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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

Three family members were arrested after an altercation with Pensacola Police outside Seville Quarter in late November. Those charged were: The incident happened on Nov. 29 around 12:30 a.m. According to the report, as the S trio approached the entrance of Seville Quarter, police could tell B was “extremely intoxicated.” Officers noted he was unsteady on his feet and being held upright by his brother K, while he also had “very slurred speech.” The report states Seville staff and Pensacola

Photo by: wsvn Firefighters rushed to the scene after an apartment caught on fire in Fort Lauderdale. The incident happened near Southwest 16th Street and Ninth Terrace, Wednesday. According to fire rescue, a pot was left on a hot stovetop overnight and caught on fire. The fire left significant damage, leaving a stovetop and a microwave charred. The fire and smoke woke up the family inside and were able to escape. Officials said they were able to rescue the family

A months-long investigation into the hit-and-run crash in Port St. Lucie that killed a moped rider resulted in the arrest of the 21-year-old man accused of striking him. On Wednesday, the Port St. Lucie Police Department (PSLPD) announced C P V was taken into custody on Saturday and booked into the St. Lucie County Jail on counts of failing to remain at the scene of a crash involving death and driving under a suspended license. V is accused of being behind the

photo by: Hernando County Fire Rescue All lanes of I-75 northbound at mile marker 304 were closed due to a vehicle crash on Wednesday. All lanes reopened on Wednesday afternoon. The Hernando County Fire Rescue responded to a vehicle crash involving a jackknifed semi. No further details have been released at this time. Truck accidents can be devastating, leading to severe injuries and significant financial burdens. At Ovadia Law Group, we specialize in handling truck accident cases with the expertise

A man who was shot by police during an armed confrontation in a Fort Lauderdale neighborhood Wednesday morning has died, officials said. The incident happened around 10:45 a.m. in the area of Southwest 25th Avenue and 22nd Avenue, just south of Broward Boulevard. Fort Lauderdale Police officials said officers responded to a call for service involving a male having a mental health crisis, and received information that the male had a gun and was in a home with other people.

St. Petersburg police are investigating a targeted shooting that sent two men to the hospital. Just before the gunfire rang out, city leaders were holding an anti-violence meeting at nearby Jordan Park in response to an uptick in gun violence. According to the St. Petersburg Police Department, the shooting occurred at 2400 13th Avenue South. “The victims were sitting on the porch,” police Chief A H said. “Someone came by and there was some gunfire exchange.” Police said two 19-year-old

 A 23-year-old man was charged with the murder of a 22-year-old woman in September 2023 in the Jacksonville Heights area, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. On Wednesday, police announced the arrest of A G in the shooting death of N A A. On Sept. 14, 2023, JSO officers responded to a local park on Old Middleburg Road South after a citizen reported seeing a car idling at the park with what appeared to be bullet strikes on the driver’s side.

A worker was killed at a Palm Bay construction site after being pinned by a heavy piece of machinery, police confirmed on Wednesday. The incident occurred near Satinwood Court NE and Dawn Street NE in Palm Bay, but Palm Bay police have not specified what time it happened. No other details have been released. An investigation is ongoing. If you or a loved one has suffered a work-related injury, the experienced team at Ovadia Law Group is here to help.