All articles tagged with #traffic incident
Originally Published 5 months ago — by USA Today
A vehicle drove into a crowd outside a Hollywood nightclub early on July 19, 2025, injuring 28 people, with responders including over 100 firefighters assisting victims in critical, serious, and fair condition.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WCBD News 2
Eastbound lanes of I-26 in North Charleston were closed after a person jumped from the Ashley Phosphate Road overpass, resulting in their death. Emergency crews responded, and the road was reopened later in the day. An 18-wheeler and several cars were reportedly involved, but no further details on the crash or injuries have been released. The North Charleston Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
Charges against golfer Scottie Scheffler related to a traffic incident during the PGA Championship in Louisville have been dismissed. The Jefferson County Attorney's office found no grounds for prosecution after a thorough review, corroborating Scheffler's claim of a "big misunderstanding." The case was dismissed with prejudice, preventing future charges. Scheffler expressed condolences to the family of John Mills, a volunteer who died in a separate incident near the golf course.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
All charges against world No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler have been dropped following a traffic incident in Louisville. New video evidence and Scheffler's explanation that he mistook the officer for a security guard led prosecutors to conclude that the incident was a misunderstanding and did not meet the criteria for criminal offenses. The arresting officer received corrective action for not activating his body camera, and Scheffler expressed a desire to move past the incident.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Sports
Louisville officials have dropped all charges against Scottie Scheffler related to a traffic incident outside Valhalla Golf Club during the PGA Championship. The charges were dismissed with prejudice, meaning they cannot be refiled. Scheffler's attorney confirmed there will be no civil lawsuit against the city, and Scheffler can now move past the incident.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Louisville Metro Police Detective Bryan Gillis, involved in the recent arrest of golfer Scottie Scheffler, has a history of disciplinary issues, including performing "donuts" with an intoxicated civilian in his police vehicle, missing court dates, and being involved in multiple "at fault" accidents. Gillis was recently counseled for not using his body camera during the Scheffler incident.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WRGB
A tractor trailer crash on I-87 has blocked all northbound lanes near Exit 23, causing significant traffic disruptions in Albany, including closures on I-787 and Route 9W.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Top Louisville police officials believe the felony assault charge against golfer Scottie Scheffler, stemming from an incident with a police officer during the PGA Championship, is excessive. Scheffler faces multiple charges, including felony second-degree assault, after allegedly trying to bypass an officer at a traffic scene. The case has sparked debate, with some officials calling for reduced charges. Scheffler's arraignment has been postponed to June 3, and he plans to plead not guilty.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
High-ranking police officials in Louisville believe the felony charge against golfer Scottie Scheffler for injuring an officer at a crash scene is excessive and should be reduced. Scheffler, who was on his way to the PGA Championship, claims there was a misunderstanding. His attorney plans to plead not guilty, and local officials are pressuring for a reassessment of the charges.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Jalopnik
A Reddit user posted a video showing a tow truck attempting to pick up a car with occupants inside in the middle of traffic in San Francisco. The tow truck driver's actions posed a danger to the car's occupants and other drivers. The towing company, Speciality Towing, has a questionable reputation, with its owners facing charges related to welfare fraud. This incident raises concerns about the company's illegal operations despite being suspended from doing business with the city.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Police in Oroville, California, briefly chased a Volkswagen that sped away during a traffic incident, only to find a 9-year-old boy behind the wheel. The child, who was attempting to drive to school, led officers on a short and erratic chase before being stopped in a dirt parking lot. No one was injured, and the boy was safely sent to school after authorities were alerted. The incident serves as a reminder for parents to keep car keys secure and talk to their children about the dangers of unauthorized driving.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NOLA.com
Ernest Sam, 59, was shot by a Jefferson Parish deputy after allegedly driving towards her following a parade in Marrero. Sam, who was in a SUV, claims he had come to a complete stop as ordered when the deputy opened fire. The sheriff's office stated that the deputy fired as the vehicle moved forward, endangering her. The incident is under investigation, and the department is reviewing body camera footage. Sam's family believes the shooting was unjustified, while the sheriff's office is still determining if Sam will face any charges.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by OregonLive
A man died after being hit by two cars in North Portland at the intersection of Northeast Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Gertz Road. Both drivers stayed at the scene and cooperated with police.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KFOX El Paso
Fabens High School in El Paso is mourning the loss of English teacher Fernando Gutierrez, who died after suffering serious injuries in a traffic incident. Gutierrez rolled his truck over a curb and was thrown from the vehicle after losing control while approaching a curve. He was not wearing a seatbelt and died three days later in the hospital.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Live 5 News WCSC
Summerville Police responded to an incident on Interstate 26 eastbound in Summerville, South Carolina, initially reported as a crash but later confirmed to not involve a vehicle collision. The incident resulted in the closure of all lanes, but as of 10:25 p.m. Saturday, all lanes were reopened.