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Originally Published 2 months ago — by Spectrum Bay News 9
A car driven by 22-year-old Silas Sampson lost control and crashed into a bar in Ybor City, Florida, early Saturday, resulting in four deaths and 11 injuries. The driver was speeding and police are charging him with vehicular homicide; the incident remains under active investigation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Tampa Bay Times
Tampa police have arrested Christopher Eric Prater for a hit-and-run crash that killed a U.S. Postal Service carrier. Prater borrowed a car without permission and struck the postal service truck driven by Paul Falica, who died at the scene. Witnesses reported seeing a dark-colored Mercedes sedan flee the scene after hitting the truck. Following an anonymous tip, police found the damaged Mercedes at Prater's home. He claimed his roommate had been driving, but evidence including fingerprints and surveillance footage implicated Prater. He has been charged with leaving the scene of a crash involving death and driving without a valid license.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WFLA
A man is in critical condition after being attacked at Club Skye in Ybor City, Tampa. The victim had approached a performer, identified as rapper Nardo Wick, for a photo when a group of people associated with the performer punched him, causing severe injuries. The victim remains in critical but stable condition, and police are investigating the incident. Nardo Wick's team released a statement condemning the attack, stating that he was not involved and expressing concern for the victim's well-being. Authorities are urging anyone with information or who witnessed the incident to come forward.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by FOX 13 Tampa
Tampa police are searching for additional suspects involved in a deadly shooting in Ybor City, Florida, that left two people dead and 16 injured. One suspect, Tyrell Phillips, has been arrested and is facing second-degree murder charges. The shooting occurred during an argument between two groups of people, and witnesses and video footage helped lead to Phillips' arrest. Ybor City has a history of gun violence, prompting increased police presence in recent years. Mayor Jane Castor called for responsible gun ownership and urged gun owners to secure their weapons properly. The police are seeking information and video evidence from potential witnesses to aid in the investigation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Tampa Bay Times
Two people were killed and at least 18 others were injured in a shooting that occurred in Ybor City, Tampa, during Halloween celebrations. The incident took place between two quarreling groups near Centro Ybor, and police responded to multiple injured individuals outside a nightclub and a convenience store. A 22-year-old suspect has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder. The victims included a 14-year-old Black male and a 22-year-old white male. The shooting highlights the ongoing issue of gun violence in the United States, with calls for stricter gun regulations. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are seeking the community's cooperation in providing any relevant information or surveillance footage.