POLK COUNTY

An 18-year-old man was arrested Monday after deputies said he got in a fight with a 17-year-old that resulted in the teen being shot in the back.

A 25-year-old was arrested on DUI charges in a Polk County crash that killed a man, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

Police say 10 people were shot and wounded during a drive-by shooting in a central Florida neighborhood.

Ten people were hurt, including two who sustained critical injuries, in a shooting Monday afternoon in Lakeland, according to police.

A 28-year old Haines City man died after a crash on Sunday evening, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to speak in Polk County on Monday. DeSantis plans to hold a news conference at 10 a.m. from the SunTrax test facility in Auburndale. Joining DeSantis will be Florida Department of Transportation Secretary Jared Perdue. Read: ‘She’s a strong little girl’: Polk County deputies find newborn baby on a hill, wrapped in a blanketChannel 9 will have a crew at the news conference and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.

Interstate projects across Florida, including here in Central Florida, are getting an extra boost in funding to speed up the process and push completion up by at least 10 years, according to Gov. Ron DeSantis.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Central Florida will be warm Monday and for most of this week. The high temperature in Orlando should reach around 85 degrees Monday afternoon. Our area will be partly cloudy with a low chance of light rain overnight. Read: Florida animal rescue group seeks donations to treat abandoned, burned 4-week-old puppyTemperatures should drop into the mid-60s Friday night with some fog. Read: ‘A truly remarkable alligator’: Gatorland icon Chester dies at 60Follow our Severe Weather team on Twitter for live updates:©2023 Cox Media Group

A 51-year old Lakeland man is dead after a crash involving two pickup trucks on Saturday, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A newborn baby was found, wrapped in a blanket, on a small hill in Polk County, deputies said. According to a news release, early Saturday morning, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office was called to Mulberry after someone reported hearing a baby crying outside. The newborn baby girl was transported to the hospital and appears to be healthy and in stable condition. She was left in an extremely vulnerable condition, but she’s a strong little girl, and it looks like she’s doing great,” said Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd. If anyone has any information about the mother of this baby, call the Polk County Sheriff’s Office at 863-298-6200.

Polk County deputies responding early Saturday to a report of a crying baby near Mulberry found an abandoned newborn who medics estimated to be just an hour old, according to a news release.

A single-vehicle motorcycle crash early Saturday in Cypress Gardens took the life of a 26-year-old Winter Haven man, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, which added speed likely played a factor in the wreck.

A Lakeland woman was arrested Thursday, accused in a double dognapping that was captured on camera, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

On select Saturdays and Sundays from Jan. 21 to Feb. 19, Captain Redbeard is commandeering Legoland Florida.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Polk County is offering visitors an incentive to enjoy its several craft breweries. Visit Central Florida, Polk County’s official tourism marketing agency, announced earlier this month the creation of the Adventure on Tap Central Florida Craft Beer Pass. READ: Brevard Symphony Orchestra brings comedy to a classical musical taleParticipants who sign up can visit the featured craft breweries around Polk County and check in on the pass to redeem special officers and qualify for prizes, according to a news release. Those interested can sign up for the pass by clicking here, then activate the pass on their phone via text or email. Harris diesAnyone who visits and checks in at all the brewery locations will be eligible to enter a quarterly drawing for a $100 gas card.

Four people were seriously injured in a fiery crash in Polk County, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — One person was killed when a stolen is dead after a stolen SUV crashed into another car while fleeing from deputies. Read: Suspects in stolen SUV cause fatal crash in Osceola County, deputies sayAs deputies began breaking up the crowd, a deputy noticed a Range Rover SUV, with an expired tag. See map of location below:Read: 3 arrested after man robbed, shot in the back in Sumter County, deputies sayAfter learning that the SUV had been stolen deputies began to pursue the SUV into neighboring Osceola County. Sheriff: Arrests made after stolen SUV rams Polk County deputy car, causes Osceola County crash The three suspects were identified as Alaric McFarlane, Angel Rosello and Jarquez Page, each with several criminal charges. (Polk County Sheriff's Office /Polk County Sheriff's Office)Deputies said they found a weapon inside the vehicle which was reported stolen from Martin County in 2022.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — One person is dead and six people were arrested after a house party in Polk County. This led deputies to a police chase and a fatal crash in Osceola County. Investigators said around 1 a.m. Saturday, Polk County deputies were called to a Davenport home for complaints of fighting in the streets. The deputy notified law enforcement that the SUV was stolen, and the suspect then evaded deputies on Ronald Reagan Parkway, eventually ending up in Osceola County. This is deja vu,” said Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.

Suspects drove stolen SUV, rammed Polk vehicle, sheriff’s office says

Eight people were arrested and face charges of involvement in an illegal venomous snake trafficking ring in Florida, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Additional victims possible, police say

Crash occurred on US 17-92 at Ernie Caldwell Boulevard

Four people have been arrested after deputies said they "terrorized an elderly woman" in Orange County, according to the sheriff's office.

A 35-year-old mother and her two sons were killed after she intentionally crashed a car into a Polk County lake last week, according to police.

A Davenport man was arrested from a Denny's restaurant Tuesday on accusations of sexual battery against a child, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Three people were injured Monday in a pair of drive-by shootings in two unincorporated areas of a Central Florida county, authorities said. Judd said the first shooting occurred at about 2:52 a.m. EST in the Highland Park Manor subdivision, according to the television station. The sheriff told reporters that deputies found 59 spent casings from two different weapons. The second shooting occurred at around 3:09 a.m. EST in the Lake Pierce Ranchettes subdivision, Judd told reporters. “They shot up the wrong house,” Judd told reporters.

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd on Wednesday held a news conference to wish a happy New Year to listeners and “a sad New Year for some shooting suspects,” referencing two drive-by shootings reported in his jurisdiction since 2023 began, as well as a burglary involving a man who Judd described as “the dumbest person on the face of the Earth.”

LADY LAKE, Fla. — Lake County deputies said a man is dead after he was shot while breaking into a home in Lady Lake. Deputies said they were called to a home on Lakeview Street around 5:30 p.m. Monday for reports of a home invasion. Read: Florida man accused of temporarily blinding Brevard Sheriff’s Office pilot with laser pointerBaldasare was pronounced dead at the scene as deputies investigated the shooting. Read: $10K reward offered after suspicious death of couple at senior living community in Mount DoraLake County deputies said that based on the evidence gathered so far, the incident appears to be a case of self-defense and the victim is cooperating with detectives. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Two people in Polk County were arrested after one of them made a 911 call to get help with moving their belongings from a home they were burglarizing, authorities said. Deputies responded to a home Saturday after a 911 call was made but nobody spoke, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office said. At the home, the deputies concluded that nobody lived there, but they found a male suspect and his girlfriend inside the home after entering it through an unlocked door. They also wanted to get a ride to the airport so they could spend the weekend in New York, the Sheriff’s Office said. The female suspect was charged with burglary of a residence, according to the sheriff’s office.

Two people in Florida are in jail after deputies say one of them made a 911 call to get help with moving their belongings from a home they were burglarizing.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A man has been arrested on a Polk County warrant for first-degree murder. The victim, Luis Contreras Marrero, 35, of Lake Wales was fatally shot on Christmas Eve. Detectives arrested Fernando Vega Mangual, 23, for providing False Information during a Capital Felony Investigation and Tasha Cintron, 30, of Lake Wales for providing False Information during a Criminal Investigation. Marshals Service and the Puerto Rico Police Department. He is currently being held in Puerto Rico and will be extradited to Polk County.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A Polk County man faces first-degree murder charges after being accused of killing his wife on Christmas Eve, the sheriff’s office said. Deputies said a family member went to check on Shameka Lockett, 39, at her Lakeland home on Dec. 24 and found her dead in a bedroom. Read: Kissimmee business partners die after shooting each other over ongoing dispute, deputies sayOn Dec. 25, Polk County detectives found and arrested Ronald Lockett Jr., 39, at a different home, where he admitted to picking up Shameka Lockett from work and taking her home. Ronald Lockett was on pre-trial release from a previous domestic violence arrest and was not supposed to be in contact with the victim. Read: Polk County couple arrested; facing multiple charges for having firearms, PCSO saysRonald Lockett is currently at the Polk County Jail with no bond.

A 23-year-old man was arrested in Puerto Rico after being accused of murdering his brother in Polk County on Christmas Eve, according to the sheriff's office.

Two business partners are dead after a dispute led to the men shooting each other, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

LAKELAND, Fla. — Polk County deputies said a business dispute turned into a deadly shootout. The shooting happened Thursday afternoon at a business located at 3135 U.S. 92 East in Lakeland. Deputies said they believe the shooting happened between 31-year-old Akeido Bennett of Kissimmee, and 39-year-old Xavier Figueroa, who are Kissimmee business partners. Watch: Deputies: 2 men shot, 1 killed in shooting on Orange Blossom Trail in Orange CountyInvestigators said the men mutually shot each other as a result of an on-going dispute. Watch: Osceola County deputies investigating two people shot in BVL neighborhood“This was an avoidable tragedy stemming from a disagreement between business partners,” said Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.

Troopers are investigating a crash in Orange County after a driver sped into a car stopped directly ahead of him, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A man awaiting trial in a domestic violence case was arrested again on Christmas after deputies said he fatally shot his wife in Polk County.

FROSTPROOF, Fla. — An inmate in Polk County, Florida, reportedly died after allegedly attacking prison deputies, officials say. PCSO said the inmate was taken to the hospital after allegedly attacking prison deputies at the South County Jail. According to WFLA, Nelson reportedly told deputies that he hadn’t been able to sleep for a few days, became combative and yelled at staff before kicking his cell door. Deputies reportedly put Nelson on the ground to remove the restraints. PCSO is conducting an internal investigation into the incident in addition to the one the 10th Judicial Circuit Investigation is conducting, according to WFLA.

A fire broke out in a Lakeland home early on Christmas Eve, according to the Lakeland Fire Department.

Eric Nelson, 46, died Friday

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — The Lakeland Fire Department responded to a structure fire around 4 a.m. Saturday at Stella Avenue. Fire crews said that 75% of a single-story residential house was covered in flames and heavy smoke. Seven LFD units, two Polk County Fire Rescue units and several Lakeland Police Department units responded to the call. Read: Orlando Fire investigate blaze at downtown house under renovationOne victim sustained burn injuries to the hands and shoulder, LFD said. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 3 Lakeland Fire (Lakeland Fire Department)Firefighters were able to attack the fire and bring it under control.

Agents with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement said they are continuing to investigate the 2017 disappearance of a former Disney employee.

A 12-year-old boy accidentally shot and killed himself after finding a gun at a friend’s house during a sleepover in Lakeland Friday night, police said.

A 17-year-old student at a Polk County high school was arrested Tuesday on a murder warrant out of Pennsylvania.

A Winter Haven police officer shot a man Wednesday to stop him from stabbing a woman repeatedly, according to the department.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A Polk County firefighter from Lakeland has been arrested on suspicion of fraud after officials said he falsified his timecard. On Friday, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested 28-year-old Polk County firefighter Lance Taylor Dunn and charged him with grand theft and fraud. Deputies said Dunn resigned following his arrest. Read: Detectives search for suspect after deadly shooting in DeLand, sheriff’s office saysThe investigation began after a Polk County Fire Rescue supervisor contacted sheriff’s detectives to report a possible payroll fraud incident. In addition, he embarrassed his colleagues who risk their lives for this community,” Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said.

Polk County, Fla. — Two people were arrested after having two illegally altered firearms according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. Troopers said that Samuel Timothy Doolin, 27, was driving the car while Tiffany Ann Beam, 23, was in the passenger seat. Both refused to cooperate with deputies, refusing to get out of the vehicle multiple times, according to FHP. Read: Detectives search for suspect after deadly shooting in DeLand, sheriff’s office saysDoolin was stun-gunned and taken into custody, while Beam stopped resisting. Doolin was charged with two counts of possession of a fully automatic firearm, possession of a short-barrel rifle, possession of a firearm with altered/removed serial number, carrying concealed firearm, and resisting without violence.

A 43-year-old man from Lakeland died Saturday after he was struck while walking along U.S. Route 98 in a hit-and-run crash, according to Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.

Iowa harm reduction boxes in Polk County will not include fentanyl testing strips as a result of a state law that classifies them as drug paraphernalia.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A firefighter is being called a hero after he jumped into action and saved a child’s life during a Christmas parade in Florida. >> Read more trending newsDustin Bovill, who is a driver and engineer with Polk County Fire Rescue, was at the Havendale Christmas Parade on Friday morning, according to a news release from the county. While watching the parade with his family, Bovill said he noticed that a child on a float in the parade was having a medical emergency. “Bovill’s actions and the care he provided to the child in need is something we are very proud of here at Polk County Fire Rescue.”Bovill stayed on the float with the child until the end of the parade. At that point, the child was taken to a hospital by a rescue truck that was standing by.

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office announced Monday that a detention deputy that has been with the agency since 2005 faces theft charges after stealing merchandise from Walmart.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Florida Highway Patrol is looking for a suspect in a fatal hit-and-run crash in Winter Haven that happened Saturday evening. The crash happened on North Lake Howard Drive close to 7 p.m. Read: 3 confirmed dead after massive fire breaks out at Orange County fireworks warehouseThe vehicle fled the scene. FHP believes the car is possibly a silver Dodge Caliber with Virginia plates. Troopers ask anyone with information about the crash to call FHP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-226-8477.

The Florida Highway Patrol is asking the public for information regarding a fatal hit-and-run crash Saturday evening in Winter Haven.

A fatal crash involving a car and a motorcycle Saturday morning forced the closure of a stretch of State Road 60 near Lake Wales, according to Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.

After days of searching Lake Annie in Polk County, the body of a 9-year-old boy has been recovered, according to the sheriff's office.

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Three investigations are underway following a deputy-involved shooting with a woman accused of using a stolen credit card at a pawn shop in Polk County, Florida.

A 76-year-old woman was killed Saturday when an SUV she was a passenger of during a test drive was struck by another vehicle on Cypress Gardens Boulevard, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

It hasn’t felt festive leading up to and certainly after Thanksgiving, but that is about to change.

A 27-year-old Davenport woman was arrested after she struck two deputies with her vehicle, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

FDLE continues searching for Samantha Fiddler, who went missing from Polk County on Nov. 19, 2016. She was 26 at the time.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A man was arrested after he allegedly threw explosive devices onto a home before leading police on a pursuit. Investigators said there were seven Molotov cocktails thrown at the house, with two exploding on the roof and the others rolling down and igniting in the yard, WTVT reported. Roof damaged by Molotov cocktails Investigators said seven Molotov cocktails were thrown at the house, with two exploding on the roof and the rest igniting in the yard. (Polk County Sheriff's Office)When deputies arrived at the scene, they saw a man, identified as Luke Neely, getting into an older-model Chevrolet pickup truck and fleeing. A deputy attempted a traffic stop, but when the vehicle kept going, deputies attempted a PIT maneuver.

A 30-year old Lakeland man faces multiple charges after he attempted to start a house fire in Lakeland and then led deputies on a chase that made its way onto Interstate 4, closing parts of the highway on Sunday, according to Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.

The Florida Highway Patrol announced that Interstate 4 in Hillsborough County has been reopened on Sunday afternoon.

A gathering of law enforcement on Interstate 4 in Polk County forced the closure of some westbound lanes.

A 25-year-old Florida woman was arrested, accused of pointing a gun at a driver during a traffic incident in Winter Haven, police said.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — An 11-year-old boy was injured Tuesday morning in a hit-and-run crash in Polk County. Polk County deputies said the boy broke his leg and was transported to a local hospital for his injuries. Deputies said the crash happened around 8 a.m. near the intersection of Cedar Side Drive and Rio Grande Canyon Loop in Poinciana. Investigators said they located the vehicle shortly after the crash and identified the suspect as Pierre Jacinthe, 68, of Poinciana. Read: Walmart offers to pay $3.1B to settle opioid lawsuitsAt around 10:45 a.m., deputies said Jacinthe turned himself in at the Davenport Police Department.

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POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A man and woman who are accused of murder in the Virgin Islands were arrested in Polk County on Thursday. “They are both from the Virgin Islands and came here in late June apparently thinking Polk County would be a good place to flee to. Read: Deputies: Toddler killed, 5-year-old injured in Polk County DUI crashVirgin Islands Police Department and St. Croix District officials said they are charging Jonathan Rivera with first-degree murder, first-degree assault, third-degree assault, unauthorized possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime of violence, first-degree reckless endangerment, and unauthorized possession of ammunition. Williams is facing charges of first-degree murder, and accessory after the fact. Read: Woman charged with 2nd-degree murder after Polk County deputy shot, killedClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

Midterm elections are scheduled for Nov. 8 in Florida, and candidates are coming out into Central Florida for last-minute campaign pushes to get voters to the polls.

LAKELAND, Fla. — Polk County deputies said a 15-year-old boy was arrested after bringing a gun to school. Deputies said a school resource officer got a tip Wednesday morning about a weapon on campus at Tenoroc High School in Lakeland. Read: Powerball jackpot hits $800M after no one wins Wednesday’s top prizePolice said the boy threatened another student in the bathroom earlier in the morning. Watch: Some look to move Halloween trick-or-treating to weekends only for safetyThe student is now facing several charges, including possession of a firearm on a school campus, carrying a concealed firearm and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

Florida authorities arrested three suspects and seized more than 11 pounds of fentanyl as part of an undercover drug trafficking bust. One suspect was in the U.S. illegally.

MARION COUNTY, Fla. — A Marion County high school is on lockdown Friday after a firearm was found in a bathroom, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said the weapon was found in a campus bathroom at Forest High School. Read: Polk County deputies seize enough fentanyl to kill 2.7 million peopleThe school was placed on lockdown as deputies search and secure the location. Marion County high school placed on lockdown after firearm found in bathroom, deputies sayDeputies said school officials and law enforcement have placed the students in lockdown until deputies can ensure there are no further threats to the students and staff. Watch: Man found inside crashed car in Orange County shot to death, deputies sayDeputies are asking parents to not visit the school to pick up their children.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said his detectives recently seized more than 11 pounds of fentanyl. That amounts to enough of the drug to kill 2.7 million people. Deputies said two kilos of the fentanyl were concealed in a Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal box, and another three kilos were concealed in a yellow Igloo cooler. WATCH: Polk County deputy killed in line of duty laid to restThe sheriff’s office said the investigation started in September 2022, when detectives received information that an international drug trafficking organization was trafficking multiple kilograms of fentanyl from Mexico to Bradenton, and then into Polk County. Deputies: Toddler killed, 5-year-old injured in Polk County DUI crashVideo: Sheriff releases bodycam video of suspect shooting deputy in the chest Polk County officials released new details Monday after a deputy-involved shooting last week.

"We have a wonderful Stand Your Ground law. That doesn't mean you can go search people out and shoot them," a Florida sheriff said.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Polk County officials released new details Monday after a deputy-involved shooting last week. They went to a residence after receiving word of a family disturbance, according to Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd. Video released Monday shows the shooting, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. According to deputies, Batista had his hands behind his back, refusing to show them when deputies asked, Judd said. Judd said Batista dropped his gun and surrendered when a deputy shot back at him.

A suspect is in custody after allegedly shooting a Polk County, Florida deputy. Sheriff Grady Judd says the deputy's bulletproof vest saved his life.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A man is in custody after he shot a Polk County deputy in the chest, Sheriff Grady Judd said. As one deputy tried to use a Taser to subdue him, Batista shot the other deputy, the sheriff said. Gabriel Batista Gabriel Batista, 41, shot a deputy in the the chest Wednesday night in Davenport, Sheriff Grady Judd said. READ: ‘Exceptionally tragic’: Sheriff: Polk County deputy, 21, fatally shot while serving warrantLane was laid to rest on Tuesday. Blane Lane Deputy Sheriff Blane Lane (Polk County Sheriff's Office)Stay with WFTV.com and watch Eyewitness News for updates on this developing story.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A toddler died and a 5-year-old was seriously injured in a single-vehicle crash in Polk County early Wednesday. Polk County deputies said Guadalupe Najera Santana, 30, lost control of a truck, crashed through a barbed-wire fence, and struck multiple pine trees. Investigators said the toddler was not in a child safety seat, and it’s unknown whether the 5-year-old and Santana were wearing seat belts. Read: Woman charged with 2nd-degree murder after Polk County deputy shot, killed“It is absolutely maddening, with so many other options available, that someone would choose to drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read: ‘Exceptionally tragic’: Sheriff: Polk County deputy, 21, fatally shot while serving warrantSantana is charged with DUI manslaughter, negligent child abuse, DUI serious bodily injury, DUI with property damage, DUI, and driving with an expired license.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers held a moment of silence before their game Sunday for Deputy Sheriff Blane Lane of Polk County, who was killed in the line of duty last week.

In wake of Hurricane Ian, the sheriff of Polk County, Florida, Grady Judd, strongly urged armed homeowners to actively defend themselves and their homes.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A woman is facing a charge of second-degree murder after a Polk County deputy was shot and killed by another deputy while they were trying to serve her a warrant. Polk County deputies said Cheryl Williams, 46, is facing 13 felony charges. Sheriff Grady Judd said deputies, including Blane Lane, 21, responded to a mobile home in unincorporated Polk City to serve Williams a warrant on Oct. 4. Read: ‘Exceptionally tragic’: Sheriff: Polk County deputy, 21, fatally shot while serving warrantThe sheriff said one of those bullets hit Lane in the shoulder and his chest, leading to Lane’s death. Video: ‘Exceptionally tragic’: Polk County deputy, 21, shot, killed while serving warrant, sheriff says A 21-year-old Polk County deputy was shot and killed while serving an arrest warrant early Tuesday morning, Sheriff Grady Judd said.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A 21-year-old Polk County deputy was shot and killed while serving an arrest warrant early Tuesday morning, Sheriff Grady Judd said. Judd called the shooting, “exceptionally tragic.”He said deputies were serving a warrant for failure to appear to a suspect accused of meth-related charges at a mobile home around 3 a.m. Read: 160 arrested in 7-day human trafficking investigation, Polk County sheriff saysJudd said the deputy was taken to a nearby hospital where he died. Judd is expected to provide more details on the shooting later on Tuesday. Read: Person hospitalized after crash involving school bus in Polk CountyStay tuned to Chanel 9 Eyewitness News for updates.

“This is like making something positive out of a big ol’ negative, ya know,” Cornell told WFTS-TV. “We saw three yesterday, right here,” Cornell told the television station. Like many residents, he was bracing for the massive destruction the Category 4 storm could bring to Central Florida. Folks out there that had to get out of their home,” Cornell told the television station. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) (Win McNamee/Getty Images)Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 14 Hurricane Ian strikes South Carolina CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 30: A pedestrian navigates a driving rain from Hurricane Ian on September 30, 2022 in Charleston, South Carolina.

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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — A driver needed to be rescued after they were trapped inside their car after running into the back of a school bus in Daytona Beach. See: Person hospitalized after crash involving school bus in Polk CountyOfficials said the crash happened at around 7:11 a.m. on West International Speedway Boulevard, near Fire Tower Road. The school bus had stopped to pick up passengers when the car ran into the back of it, officials said. Driver and student taken to hospital after car slams into school bus in Daytona Beach, firefightersThe driver of the car was declared a trauma alert and taken to a hospital, paramedics said. Volusia County deputies said 33 students were on the school bus at the time of the crash.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Polk County Fire Rescue crews responded to a violent crash involving a school bus Monday morning. Watch: Reno Air Race Crash: Pilot dead after jet burst into flames during championship roundOfficials said the crash happened around 7:38 a.m. near the intersection of Winter Lake and Bradbury roads, near Winter Haven. The school bus suffered damage to its rear end and the other car involved was heavily damaged. Person hospitalized after crash involving school bus in Polk CountyIt’s unclear what led to the crash and if speed was a factor. Watch: 2 dead in Marion County following plane crash in wooded area, deputies sayDeputies with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the crash.