Winter Park High School teacher breaks teen’s back in hit-and-run, police say
Read full article: Winter Park High School teacher breaks teen’s back in hit-and-run, police sayA Winter Park High School teacher has been arrested months after a hit-and-run was reported in Casselberry, according to the police department.
Grandmother seeks justice after teen struck, killed in Orlando
Read full article: Grandmother seeks justice after teen struck, killed in OrlandoA Central Florida grandmother is demanding justice after deputies say a teenager intentionally ran over and killed her 17-year-old grandson in Orlando last November.
Teen ‘intentionally’ struck, killed another teen in Orange County, deputies say
Read full article: Teen ‘intentionally’ struck, killed another teen in Orange County, deputies sayA 17-year-old boy has been accused of first-degree murder after another teen was killed back in November, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Man charged with DUI manslaughter after pedestrian dies in Altamonte Springs crash, police say
Read full article: Man charged with DUI manslaughter after pedestrian dies in Altamonte Springs crash, police sayA stretch of State Road 436 was shut down on Friday evening due to a car crash, according to the Altamonte Springs Police Department.
Child struck by vehicle while riding e-scooter in Avalon Park, fire rescue says she is OK
Read full article: Child struck by vehicle while riding e-scooter in Avalon Park, fire rescue says she is OKA young girl riding a scooter was struck by a vehicle Friday morning in the Avalon Park area, according to Orange County Fire Rescue.
Orange County car chase sparks traffic block along highway, troopers say
Read full article: Orange County car chase sparks traffic block along highway, troopers sayA car chase along State Road 408 on Wednesday afternoon sparked a small traffic block on the highway in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Report: Driver had medical emergency in Cocoa Village crash that killed woman
Read full article: Report: Driver had medical emergency in Cocoa Village crash that killed womanTwo months after police said a pickup truck driver ran over and killed a 25-year-old ballet dancer, a new crash report confirmed what police suspected at the scene - that the driver had a medical emergency when he hopped a curb in front of the Cocoa Village Playhouse and crushed Lexi Jordan against a wall.
DUI arrest after driver ran from Seminole County crash that injured motorcyclist, shut down I-4, FHP says
Read full article: DUI arrest after driver ran from Seminole County crash that injured motorcyclist, shut down I-4, FHP saysA motorcyclist was hospitalized in critical condition as the driver accused of rear-ending them on Interstate 4 in Seminole County — with westbound lanes shut down for hours as a result — was arrested to face criminal charges including DUI, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Driver critically injured after car strikes light poles, splits into 2 in Orlando crash
Read full article: Driver critically injured after car strikes light poles, splits into 2 in Orlando crashA driver was critically injured early Monday when their car struck light poles and split into two in an Orlando crash, according to the police department.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Violent crash shuts down traffic on Orange County highway, troopers say
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Violent crash shuts down traffic on Orange County highway, troopers sayA crash along State Road 528 in Orange County has shut down all lanes along the highway, according to the FL511.
Driver with possible dementia strikes, kills pedestrian in Ormond Beach, police say
Read full article: Driver with possible dementia strikes, kills pedestrian in Ormond Beach, police sayA pedestrian was struck and killed during a crash involving a 79-year-old driver over the weekend, according to the Ormond Beach Police Department.
‘Pretty devastated:’ Colleagues remember Orlando couple killed in Texas plane crash
Read full article: ‘Pretty devastated:’ Colleagues remember Orlando couple killed in Texas plane crashA beloved local pilot and his wife tragically lost their lives in a crash in Texas this week. The couple owned an aviation company based in Orlando.
Seminole County schools investigate video of student and security guard
Read full article: Seminole County schools investigate video of student and security guardSeminole County Public Schools is looking into an incident at Millwee Middle School this week after a video surfaced on social media of an interaction between a student and a school security guard.
Crash shuts down Morse Boulevard in The Villages, deputies say
Read full article: Crash shuts down Morse Boulevard in The Villages, deputies sayDeputies shut down a stretch of Morse Boulevard on Tuesday evening after a “severe traffic accident” near Lake Sumter Landing, according to the sheriff’s office.
2 injured in crossover crash on SR-417 in Orange County
Read full article: 2 injured in crossover crash on SR-417 in Orange CountyTroopers said the driver of the Volkswagen and the Mazda were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The pick-up driver was not injured and remained at the scene.
Holly Hill police seek info on multi‑vehicle, pedestrian crash that killed 2
Read full article: Holly Hill police seek info on multi‑vehicle, pedestrian crash that killed 2The Holly Hill police department is asking for witnesses related to a crash involving multiple vehicles and a pedestrian that left two people dead on Thursday, according to a news release.
‘Road‑rage’ driver smacks car with hand, then crashes into Casselberry business, police say
Read full article: ‘Road‑rage’ driver smacks car with hand, then crashes into Casselberry business, police sayA driver was cited for reckless driving after a road‑rage confrontation ended with his vehicle crashing into a nearby business, according to Casselberry police.
TRAFFIC ALERT: E-bike crash shuts down SR-434 in Altamonte Springs; 1 critically injured
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: E-bike crash shuts down SR-434 in Altamonte Springs; 1 critically injuredA crash involving an e-bike shut down northbound lanes of State Road 434 in Altamonte Springs, according to police.
Driver killed in crash with railroad crossing in Volusia County, troopers say
Read full article: Driver killed in crash with railroad crossing in Volusia County, troopers sayA man died in Volusia County when his car crashed into a railroad crossing gate arm support pole, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
E-bike rider speaks out after hit-and-run suspect identified, arrested in Palm Coast
Read full article: E-bike rider speaks out after hit-and-run suspect identified, arrested in Palm CoastA 75-year-old man injured in a hit-and-run involving an e-bike is speaking out after Flagler County investigators say they identified and arrested the driver responsible.
Orlando officer runs red light, ends with death of 92-year-old woman, attorney says
Read full article: Orlando officer runs red light, ends with death of 92-year-old woman, attorney saysA 92-year-old woman was killed after a crash with an Orlando police cruiser earlier this month, according to local attorney Ben Crump.
Orlando officer under investigation after crash along Semoran Boulevard
Read full article: Orlando officer under investigation after crash along Semoran BoulevardEyes are now on an Orlando police officer after a crash over the weekend sparked a traffic homicide investigation, according to the department.
I-4 reopens in Volusia County after crash; 1 critically injured
Read full article: I-4 reopens in Volusia County after crash; 1 critically injuredA crash with injuries between a pickup truck and two semitrucks temporarily closed the eastbound lanes of Interstate 4 closed in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol and Florida 511.
8-year-old boy seriously injured in dirt bike crash near Altamonte Springs
Read full article: 8-year-old boy seriously injured in dirt bike crash near Altamonte SpringsAn 8-year-old boy was seriously injured when he lost control of his dirt bike and collided with a vehicle near Altamonte Springs, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
This is the deadliest area for car crashes in Florida, new data shows
Read full article: This is the deadliest area for car crashes in Florida, new data showsIt’s already been a week into the new year, and state officials have revealed which parts of Florida were most affected by fatal car crashes in 2025.
Man arrested for hit-and-run crash injuring 1-month-old baby near Disney World, troopers say
Read full article: Man arrested for hit-and-run crash injuring 1-month-old baby near Disney World, troopers sayDuring the incident, the Florida Highway Patrol said someone from the suspected vehicle threw a cup of liquid at the victims.
Pickup truck strikes pedestrians, crashes into Brevard County building, police say
Read full article: Pickup truck strikes pedestrians, crashes into Brevard County building, police sayA crash in Cocoa left a woman dead and a driver hospitalized early Friday afternoon, according to the police department.
WATCH LIVE: Flagler County sheriff gives award to 911 caller who helped rescue kidnapping victim
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Flagler County sheriff gives award to 911 caller who helped rescue kidnapping victimA missing juvenile was finally located when deputies pulled over a sex offender in Flagler County on Wednesday morning, according to the sheriff’s office. Then, the traffic stop escalated.
Family mourns mother killed after falling asleep on motorcycle on I-95 in Volusia County
Read full article: Family mourns mother killed after falling asleep on motorcycle on I-95 in Volusia CountyThe family of a woman who died in a crash on Interstate 95 in Volusia County the day after Christmas said they are devastated.
Ambulance headed to crash on I-95 in Volusia struck from behind; 3 injured
Read full article: Ambulance headed to crash on I-95 in Volusia struck from behind; 3 injuredTroopers say a Volusia County EMS ambulance headed to a crash on I-95 was struck from behind, sending it off the highway and into a guardrail.
Child killed, 13 critically injured after motorhome carrying 15 overturns on Highway 27 in Marion County
Read full article: Child killed, 13 critically injured after motorhome carrying 15 overturns on Highway 27 in Marion CountyA 5-year-old boy was killed and 13 others critically injured after a motorhome overturned during a two-vehicle crash in Marion County on Saturday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
88-year-old man killed in single-vehicle crash in Volusia County, troopers say
Read full article: 88-year-old man killed in single-vehicle crash in Volusia County, troopers sayAn 88-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Volusia County on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
‘In shock and panicked:’23-year-old man faces charges after failing to stop in fatal Maitland hit-and-run
Read full article: ‘In shock and panicked:’23-year-old man faces charges after failing to stop in fatal Maitland hit-and-runA 23-year-old man who is facing charges in connection with a fatal hit-and-run, told Maitland police he was “in shock and panicked,” when asked why he did not remain on scene after the incident, according to an affidavit for the defendant’s arrest warrant.
8 injured in Orange County crash involving semi, LYNX bus, officials say
Read full article: 8 injured in Orange County crash involving semi, LYNX bus, officials sayEight people were sent to the hospital after a crash involving a semi and a LYNX bus on Monday evening, according to Orange County Fire Rescue.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Overturned semi causes major shutdown on Florida’s Turnpike in Osceola County
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Overturned semi causes major shutdown on Florida’s Turnpike in Osceola CountyA crash has northbound lanes of the Florida's Turnpike shut down Tuesday morning in Osceola County.
‘A simple fate:’ Florida Gov. DeSantis promises to veto this license plate rule
Read full article: ‘A simple fate:’ Florida Gov. DeSantis promises to veto this license plate ruleAfter a license plate law went into effect back in October, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced he would deny any legislation implementing another rule if it came across his desk.
Driver of mini-motorcycle critically injured in Orange County crash, troopers say
Read full article: Driver of mini-motorcycle critically injured in Orange County crash, troopers sayA person driving a mini-motorcycle is in critical condition on Saturday evening after losing control and crashing in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
32-Year-Old motorcyclist killed in Deltona mini-bike crash
Read full article: 32-Year-Old motorcyclist killed in Deltona mini-bike crashA 32-year-old motorcyclist was killed when a mini-bike pulled out in front of him in Deltona, and for the first time in Central Florida, authorities are considering criminal charges in such a case.
30-year-old man killed after vehicle strikes pole along SR-429 in Orange County, troopers say
Read full article: 30-year-old man killed after vehicle strikes pole along SR-429 in Orange County, troopers sayA 30-year-old man was killed after running off of the road and crashing his vehicle into a pole along State Road 429 on Monday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Motorcyclist killed in collision with minibike operated by unlicensed teen, Volusia deputies say
Read full article: Motorcyclist killed in collision with minibike operated by unlicensed teen, Volusia deputies sayThe sheriff’s office noted the minibike was unregistered, had no lights, and was not street legal.
🏍️ How Florida ranks for most motorcycle fatalities
Read full article: 🏍️ How Florida ranks for most motorcycle fatalitiesThe Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has found that there are approximately 8.8 million motorcyclists on the road in the United States, according to active registrations from each state.
Man dies after being struck on Orange County road, FHP says
Read full article: Man dies after being struck on Orange County road, FHP saysFamily and friends of 21-year-old Taj Palmer say they are outraged and heartbroken. His mother says she wants answers and to know who is responsible for her son’s death.
Driver claims he ‘teleported’ into stolen BMW before Volusia crash, deputies say
Read full article: Driver claims he ‘teleported’ into stolen BMW before Volusia crash, deputies sayA man who crashed a BMW in Volusia County says he did not steal the car but instead was teleported into it, according to sheriff’s officials.
Jackknifed tractor-trailer causing traffic delays on I-4 in Osceola County, troopers say
Read full article: Jackknifed tractor-trailer causing traffic delays on I-4 in Osceola County, troopers sayA crash involving a jackknifed tractor-trailer and another vehicle is causing headaches for motorists on Interstate 4 in Osceola County on Sunday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Man riding electric scooter in St. Cloud struck, killed by several vehicles, police say
Read full article: Man riding electric scooter in St. Cloud struck, killed by several vehicles, police sayPolice in St. Cloud are looking to identify the driver of a vehicle they say struck and killed a person on an electric scooter before leaving the scene.
Motorcycle passenger dies, rider in critical condition after crash in Osceola, FHP says
Read full article: Motorcycle passenger dies, rider in critical condition after crash in Osceola, FHP saysA motorcycle rider was hospitalized in critical condition after a crash in Osceola County that led to the death of his passenger, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
86-year-old driver strikes, kills pedestrian in Brevard County, troopers say
Read full article: 86-year-old driver strikes, kills pedestrian in Brevard County, troopers sayAn 86-year-old Indialantic man struck and killed an elderly pedestrian while driving along State Road A1A on Thursday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.