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Seminole County deputy cruiser overturns after getting struck by car that ran red light, troopers say
Read full article: Seminole County deputy cruiser overturns after getting struck by car that ran red light, troopers sayA Seminole County deputy was taken to the hospital after a rollover crash, according to the sheriff’s office.
Dozens of drivers ignore signs, potential tickets, park on MCO roadway shoulders
Read full article: Dozens of drivers ignore signs, potential tickets, park on MCO roadway shouldersDuring the day, many, even most drivers who want to park and wait rather than circling the terminal for a passenger to arrive, choose one of two Cell Phone Waiting Lots at the Orlando International Airport.
UPDATE: Colonial Drive near Semoran Boulevard reopens after 3-vehicle crash
Read full article: UPDATE: Colonial Drive near Semoran Boulevard reopens after 3-vehicle crashA three-vehicle crash injured 4 people and shut down Colonial Drive near Semoran Boulevard, according to Orange County Fire officials.
Orlando city leaders approve renaming of Stonewall Jackson Road
Read full article: Orlando city leaders approve renaming of Stonewall Jackson RoadORLANDO, Fla. – The Orlando Municipal Planning Board voted unanimously to change the name of Stonewall Jackson Road to “Roberto Clemente Road.”The road is located between Semoran Boulevard and Gelwood Avenue in the Engelwood community. Father Jose Rodriguez, with Jesus de Nazaret Episcopal Church, grew up in the area and went to Roberto Clemente Middle School, which was formally known as Stonewall Jackson Middle. [TRENDING: Fire destroys former US Rep’s home | FDLE: Principal rigged homecoming votes | Can employer make you get vaccine?] But Rodriguez said not long after the name changed, activists were already making plans to push for the name change of Stonewall Jackson Road. Use the form below to sign up for the ClickOrlando.com 4pm Trending newsletter, sent every weekday.
Pedestrian killed in crash near Colonial Drive
Read full article: Pedestrian killed in crash near Colonial DriveOrange County Sheriff's Office deputies and FHP troopers at the scene of a crash investigation on Semoran Boulevard at Colonial Drive on Feb. 22, 2021. ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A pedestrian was struck by a car and killed Monday evening on Semoran Boulevard, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers said the crash was reported around 5:30 p.m. at Semoran and Colonial Drive. One vehicle struck the person who later died at Orlando Health. The northbound lanes of Semoran Boulevard were blocked Monday evening for the crash investigation.
North Carolina man killed in Orlando crash, police say
Read full article: North Carolina man killed in Orlando crash, police sayORLANDO, Fla. – A 66-year-old man in Orlando on business was killed Tuesday evening after he was struck by a car on Semoran Boulevard, according to Orlando police. Investigators said Joseph M. Guhin was struck at TG Lee Boulevard around 7:30 p.m. The crash occurred just north of the Orlando International Airport near several hotels and restaurants. Guhin was visiting from North Carolina on business, according to police. Use the form below to sign up for the ClickOrlando.com 4pm Trending newsletter, sent every weekday.
Wanted man found dead in Orlando condo after 6-hour police standoff
Read full article: Wanted man found dead in Orlando condo after 6-hour police standoffORLANDO, Fla. – A man who was wanted on rape charges was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound Thursday night after a tense six-hour police standoff in Orlando. Orlando police said Manuel Fernandez, who was wanted on allegations of sexual battery and domestic violence, barricaded himself inside a condo on Semoran Boulevard near Dixie Bell Drive. Manuel Fernandez (Orlando Police Department)Police said Fernandez then raped the woman twice. Records show the victim tried to fight Fernandez off but he overpowered her. AdAfter the sexual assault, Fernandez forced the victim to cuddle with him until he was sober enough to leave, according to authorities.
Man shot, killed by Orlando police in Baldwin Park identified
Read full article: Man shot, killed by Orlando police in Baldwin Park identifiedORLANDO, Fla. – A 34-year-old man was killed in an officer-involved shooting when he pointed a gun at investigators Wednesday night in Baldwin Park, according to the Orlando Police Department. [TRENDING: Manatee found decapitated | Santa, Mrs. Claus spread COVID-19 | Grammy winner saves Fla. theater with $20,000 donation]Orlando police on Thursday identified the man as Adam Robertson. According to police, officers responded to a domestic call around 8:30 p.m. in the 5300 block of Baldwin Park Street. Police said authorities were getting ready to negotiate with Robertson when he came outside and pointed a gun at the officers. One officer, identified by police as Mike Zambito, shot and killed Robertson, officials said.
Woman found on fire dies at Orlando home, police say
Read full article: Woman found on fire dies at Orlando home, police sayORLANDO, Fla. – A woman found ablaze died Tuesday morning at an Orlando house in what authorities have deemed a suspicious death. Orlando police officers doused the flames and tended to the woman, who was on fire, officials said. Orlando firefighters then took over rescue efforts, but the woman died at the scene, according to authorities. Officials said a suspicious death investigation has been launched. Police said the woman’s death is not being investigated as a homicide and there’s no danger to the community.