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Good Samaritan rescues 5 after boat catches fire off Key Biscayne

Good Samaritan rescues 5 after boat catches fire off Key Biscayne

A good Samaritan jumped into action after a fire broke out in a boat off Key Biscayne. Pictures shared by the U.S. Coast Guard show a massive plume of dark smoke coming from the vessel, Sunday morning. Crews said the good Samaritan brought five people who were on board the boat to shore. As the boaters found safety, crews were able to knock down the flames.  Legal Help After a Boat Accident InjuryBoat accidents can lead to serious injuries, property

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Two Alabama residents injured in Santa Rosa County motorcycle crash

Two Alabama residents injured in Santa Rosa County motorcycle crash

Two Alabama residents were injured during a motorcycle crash in Santa Rosa County on Saturday. The 44-year-old driver and his 38-year-old female passenger are from Greenville. They were riding a Can AM Spyder, per FHP. According to FHP, the crash caused a roadblock in the area of State Road 87 and Technology Avenue. Troopers responded around 12 p.m. “The driver sustained serious injuries and the rider was transported by air ambulance in critical condition,” said FHP. FHP is currently investigating

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Crash with injuries happens on Alligator Alley Sunday evening

Crash with injuries happens on Alligator Alley Sunday evening

A vehicle crash happened Sunday evening on Alligator Alley in Collier County. Reportedly, the crash led to injuries and the car was eventually towed away. The crash led to backups on the road that were soon cleared. We are still working to get more details and to learn the extent of the injuries. How Ovadia Law Group Maximizes Your Car Accident SettlementInsurance companies often try to minimize payouts after a car accident. At Ovadia Law Group, we know their tactics

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Pedestrian found dead after being struck by hit-and-run driver in NW Miami-Dade

Pedestrian found dead after being struck by hit-and-run driver in NW Miami-Dade

Photo by: wsvn  Authorities are searching for a driver who, they said, struck and killed a pedestrian in Northwest Miami-Dade overnight, then fled the scene. Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the scene if the hit-and-run near Northwest 115th Street and Seventh Avenue, at around 3:45 a.m. on Sunday. The driver reportedly left the car at the scene of the crash and ran away. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation is ongoing. If you have any

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Man allegedly hits mother of his children in the eye with pressure washer hose

Man allegedly hits mother of his children in the eye with pressure washer hose

A Groveland man was arrested on a warrant last week for hitting the mother of his children in the eye with a pressure washer hose.  On March 9, 2024, a deputy with the Lake County Sheriff’s Department responded to a complaint at an undisclosed Lake County residence, according to an affidavit of probable cause out of Lake County. Upon arrival, he met with the mother of 32-year-old ATB’s two children. She was checking on her children’s well-being when B struck

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5-year-old boy accidentally shoots himself in head at Eustis home, police say

5-year-old boy accidentally shoots himself in head at Eustis home, police say

A young boy in Eustis accidentally shot himself in the head after getting hold of a gun, according to the Eustis Police Department. The incident occurred when the boy was handling the firearm, which discharged and struck him in the head, Eustis Police Chief Craig Capri said. His family heard the gunshot, rushed to the scene, and immediately called for help, Capri said. Their immediate neighbor, a trauma flight nurse, quickly intervened to assist the boy, EPD said. Legal Help

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Gainesville man charged with attempted murder after hitting man with concrete block

Gainesville man charged with attempted murder after hitting man with concrete block

A man in Gainesville was arrested Thursday after officers say he tried to kill someone on Monday. Gainesville police officers arrested DWS. after he hit someone in the head with a concrete block on Southeast 14th Street. According to law enforcement, the incident was part of an ongoing feud between W’s friends and the victim. Law enforcement said W also broke the windows of the victim’s car, with damages estimated at around $2,000. The victim was hit multiple times by

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Firefighters respond to car fire at UTC Mall

Firefighters respond to car fire at UTC Mall

Photo by: (WWSB) Firefighters were called to the Mall at University Town Center on Saturday in response to a vehicle fire. UTC Mall security says the blaze was caused by a car crash. There are no reported injuries at this time. By the time firefighters were able to douse the blaze, the car had been completely destroyed. Security says the mall was not impacted by the fire. Why Choose Ovadia Law Group for Fire Accident CasesChoosing the right law firm

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2 in critical condition after house fire in Port Orange

2 in critical condition after house fire in Port Orange

Two people are in critical condition after a house fire early Saturday in Port Orange, according to the city. Port Orange firefighters and police responded around 3:30 a.m. to a structure fire reported on Nash Lane, where they located the two victims and took them to the hospital, a news release states. The State Fire Marshal’s office was still investigating the cause of the fire as of around noon Saturday, according to the release. This is a developing story. What

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Orlando woman faces attempted murder charges after striking man with stolen truck, troopers says

Orlando woman faces attempted murder charges after striking man with stolen truck, troopers says

Photo by: (Florida Highway Patrol) A 20-year-old Orlando woman faces attempted murder and other serious charges after being accused striking a man with a stolen vehicle in Hillsborough County on Saturday afternoon, leaving the victim with severe injuries, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers said that around 2:30 p.m. they responded to a crash on the Interstate 75 exit ramp to Morris Bridge Road in Hillsborough County. Once at the scene, they saw a Dodge Challenger with heave damage

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Citra man killed in motorcycle collision

Citra man killed in motorcycle collision

State troopers say a man driving a motorcycle is dead following a crash Friday night. Florida Highway Patrol officials say the 27-year-old man from Citra was riding near the intersection of Northeast County Road 315 and 225th Street in Fort McCoy when he collided with a sedan just after 6 p.m. The driver of the sedan received minor injuries. How Ovadia Law Group Investigates Motorcycle Accident ClaimsAt Ovadia Law Group, we take a detailed and strategic approach to motorcycle accident

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House fire reported in Kanapaha Highlands, no injuries reported

House fire reported in Kanapaha Highlands, no injuries reported

Alachua County Fire Rescue officials responded to a house fire in the Kanapaha Highlands subdivision Saturday evening. Firefighters responded to the house fire near Southwest 107th Street just before 11 p.m. They found fire coming through the roof of the home. Fire rescue officials were able to contain all potential hazards from the fire. No injuries were reported. A fire investigation was conducted, and firefighters say equipment failure was the cause of the incident. Holding Landlords Accountable for Fire HazardsLandlords

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