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photo by: nbcmiami A truck appeared to have overturned in the area of northbound U.S. 27 and Krome Avenue at around 2 a.m. Wednesday, according to aerial images and early reports from the Florida Highway Patrol. FHP reported the incident as a vehicle crash with injuries. One right lane was blocked. More information on potential victims was not immediately available. Images show the crumpled bed of a semitruck just before 8 a.m. on the shoulder of the road with several

photo by: UC Breaking News One person is dead after a car struck a tree and caught fire in Iona on Tuesday night. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene of the single-vehicle crash around 11 p.m. near Summerlin Road and John Morris Rd. Deputies said the car left the roadway, crashed into a tree and caught fire. LCSO has not shared the identity of the victim at this time. NBC2 has questions out to the Lee County

A traffic stop turned into an officer-involved shooting on Tuesday night. The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office said as deputies tried to pull over a driver in a reported stolen vehicle around 10 p.m. at Aquamarine and Kentucky Drive, they took off. Deputies say they pursued the suspect, using a PIT maneuver to forcibly stop them. The suspect had a handgun on them and began shooting at deputies from within and then outside of the vehicle. According to deputies, they shot

A man was shot and killed Tuesday night in the parking lot of a Best Buy in Sanford, according to police. Officers responded around 8 p.m. to 1501 Rinehart Road, where they found Terance Darnell Pope, 21, injured in the parking lot. He was taken to the hospital, where he later died. On Wednesday, News 6 confirmed Pope played college football at Davenport University in Michigan. According to his player bio, Pope was on the roster for the 2021, 2022,

A pedestrian died in a crash in North Miami Beach Tuesday night. The crash happened in the area of Biscayne Boulevard and 146th Street. Police confirmed the victim was a man, but haven’t given any other details. “This is still an ongoing investigation, however the roadway have reopened,” police said at around 1 a.m. Pedestrian accidents can lead to severe injuries and significant emotional trauma. The Ovadia Law Group is here to help you navigate the aftermath of such incidents.

A crash is slowing down traffic on the Northbound Turnpike in Boynton Beach. Florida 511 reported a crash at 5:12 a.m. on Wednesday, just before Mile Marker 87. In official’s latest update at 5:13 a.m., it was reported that the two right lanes had been blocked. No injuries have been reported at this time. Car accidents can leave you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of your next steps. The Ovadia Law Group is here to provide the guidance and support you

photo by: (SLCFD) The St. Lucie County Fire District (SLCFD) had a busy day on Tuesday, responding to three significant fires in the area: a semi-truck fire, a residential structure fire, and a camper van fire. According to officials, the first incident occurred at approximately 12:40 p.m., when SLCFD crews and the Indian River County Fire Department responded to a semi-truck fire in the northbound lanes of the Turnpike in Fort Pierce. SLCFD reported that later in the afternoon, at

A crash on I-95 North in Lantana is slowing down traffic on Wednesday morning. Florida 511 reported a crash at 6:25 just after Exit 61, Lantana Road. Officials stated in their latest update at 6:29 a.m. that the three left lanes had been blocked. No injuries have been reported at this time. The Ovadia Law Group is committed to helping victims of car accidents get the justice they deserve. Our team of experienced attorneys understands the devastating impact these accidents

A motorcyclist died Tuesday night after he ran into a stalled vehicle on Interstate 95 near Beaver Street, according to a Florida Highway Patrol report. The 31-year-old man was driving a Yahmah YZF600 north on I-95 in the right lane around 7:30 p.m. FHP said a Ford Expedition was heading over the Iron Bridge when the 55-year-old driver experienced a vehicle malfunction, causing him to stop in the gore area in between traffic lanes. According to FHP, the motorcyclist changed

A deadly crash closed lanes in both directions of Bermont Road, between Paradise Park and Eugene Avenue, in Charlotte County Wednesday morning. The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Florida Highway Patrol, responded to the scene around 3:15 a.m. Florida troopers said a 20-year-old Parrish man was driving west on Bermont Rd as a 28-year-old Davie man was driving east. The Parrish man reportedly crossed the centerline and entered the path of the other driver, striking the car head-on.

Residents in Green Cove Springs lost power due to a vehicle striking a power pole Tuesday night. According to Clay County Fire Rescue officials, a vehicle veered off the road on County Road 209 South near Snake Road and struck a power pole. Residents in the area were advised to avoid the location due to downed power lines. Both sides of the road were closed to traffic, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office said. No injuries were reported. The Clay Electric

For J B, it’s an emotional situation. As a parent, she does everything she can to keep her daughter safe. “That’s your kid and to feel so helpless in that situation, and then afterwards too, you can’t do anything about it. It’s an upsetting situation,” B said. Last Tuesday, B said her 8-year-old daughter returned home bruised, bloodied, and with a chipped adult front tooth. A passerby spotted the girl, M S, and helped break up the situation before taking