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A tense and disturbing scene unfolded Friday afternoon in front of Country Oaks Elementary School, located in Hendry County, as a confrontation between a man and parents picking up their children escalated dangerously. The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office reported that the incident began when a man, identified as B M, approached a parked vehicle in the right-of-way area at the corner of Northwest Eucalyptus and Commodore Street, where parents were picking up their children. M allegedly opened the door of

The Orange County Fire Rescue said the fire is at a 3000 square feet warehouse and is fully involved. Firefighters said there are exposure concerns to nearby homes.  The fire is located at 9202 South Orange Avenue.  Ovadia Law Group is dedicated to advocating for the rights of fire accident victims. Our attorneys have a proven track record of success in handling complex fire accident cases, from initial investigation to final resolution. We understand the challenges you face and are

Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) troopers say they are investigating the cause of a fatal crash that took place in Marion County Wednesday morning. Troopers say the victim, an 85-year-old woman from Marion, was traveling west on Southwest 73rd Street Road and was at a stop sign. The other vehicle was traveling north in the middle lane of State Road 200, approaching the intersection. The victim’s car attempted to make a left turn onto State Road 200 in the direct path

An 89-year-old woman died after being airlifted from the scene of a crash Wednesday in Lake County. The elderly woman had been driving a 2014 Nissan Sentra at 1:47 p.m. westbound on State Road 44 in Eustis when her car was struck by a trailer from a tractor trailer truck that was eastbound on State Road, according to an accident report from the Florida Highway Patrol. The driver of the tractor trailer truck had slowed for a vehicle ahead of

 A vehicle crash with injuries has caused a road blockage in Pasco County. The crash, which happened around 5:30 p.m. has blocked parts of SR-52 in San Antonio. No word on the status of those involved. This is a developing story.  Car accidents can be life-altering, causing physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial burdens. At Ovadia Law Group, we understand the complexities involved in car accident cases and are dedicated to providing comprehensive legal support. Our experienced attorneys meticulously investigate

A Marco Island councilwoman is facing scrutiny after the release of a police report detailing an incident where her two dogs attacked a child and another dog. According to an incident report, Marco Island police were called to Columbus Way on Saturday in response to a reported dog bite. When officers arrived, they said they found a 13-year-old child with a bite wound and a 5-month-old Goldendoodle with an injured front left leg. The report states that the child and

Photo by: WEAR A 31-year-old Pensacola man was critically injured in a motorcycle crash Wednesday morning. The crash happened around 11:30 a.m. on W Michigan Ave. near Memphis Ave. According to Florida Highway Patrol, the 31-year-old motorcyclist was riding westbound on W. Michigan Ave. “Witnesses stated the driver was driving at a high rate of speed, making unsafe lane changes, and passing vehicles through the continuous left turn lane,” FHP says in its release. Meanwhile, a Nissan SUV driven by

A dirt bike rider was killed in a crash in Boca Raton, promoting a police investigation on Tuesday evening. The Boca Raton Police Department (BRPD) said its Traffic Homicide Unit is investigating the crash that occurred at the intersection of NW 20th Street and NW 5th Avenue, shortly after 6 p.m. According to investigators, a Suzuki dirt bike, which had no headlights, was traveling westbound on NW 20th Street alongside two other dirt bikes. While a 2017 Volvo S60, traveling

Fla. — A 28-year-old Texas man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for a deadly DUI crash in Okaloosa County in 2022 that killed an Escambia County deputy. T P previously pleaded guilty to DUI manslaughter, driving with a suspended license and DUI causing bodily harm. Judge J G on Wednesday sentenced Parker to 180 months for the October 2022 crash that killed Escambia County Deputy K R and seriously injured his 15-year-old daughter. P — who has been jailed in Okaloosa

Photo by: UC Breaking News A bicyclist was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle on Cleveland Avenue Wednesday afternoon. According to the Fort Myers Police Department, a bicyclist was hit by a vehicle along Cleveland Avenue. The northbound lanes of Cleveland Avenue were temporarily closed around 1:25 p.m. but have since reopened at 2:12 p.m. Bicycle accidents can result in serious injuries and significant financial burdens. At Ovadia Law Group, we understand the unique challenges faced by cyclists involved

Two men suffered injuries during an alternation that left at least one of them with stab wounds Tuesday evening in DeLand, according to police. The incident happened around 8:21 p.m. at 122 South Garfield Avenue, the DeLand Police Department said in a news release. According to the release, the two men involved knew each other. Police said one of the men left the scene and drove to 1500 North Woodland Blvd. — the address of a Sonny’s BBQ — where he

A mobile home was destroyed by flames Wednesday morning in South Daytona. South Daytona Fire Chief John Brant said the mobile home was “pretty much gutted”. According to officials, the fire department was called to the scene around 3:40 a.m. There were no reported injuries, and the fire marshal is investigating.  Navigating the aftermath of a fire accident can be overwhelming. Ovadia Law Group is here to guide you through every step of the legal process. Our skilled attorneys have