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WKMG Hits the Road: Exploring dangerous behavior at Pine Hills intersection
Read full article: WKMG Hits the Road: Exploring dangerous behavior at Pine Hills intersectionShela Mount has raised an urgent safety concern about the intersection at Pioneer Road and Silver Star Road, where drivers aren’t adhering to stop signs, creating potential risks for drivers turning onto Pioneer Road.
Man shot, killed at apartment complex amid stolen car case in Orange County
Read full article: Man shot, killed at apartment complex amid stolen car case in Orange CountyDeputies were flagged down by someone who claimed that a victim had been shot at the nearby Park Hamilton Apartments, a release shows.
Construction underway on Lynx bus transfer center in Pine Hills
Read full article: Construction underway on Lynx bus transfer center in Pine HillsCentral Florida transportation officials and elected leaders broke ground Monday on the Pine Hills Transfer Center, a LYNX facility designed to improve transportation access in that Orange County community.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Gas leak prompts road closures in Orange County
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Gas leak prompts road closures in Orange CountyA leaking 4-inch gas line prompted several road closures around noon Friday near where Princeton Street and Silver Star Road converge, according to Orange County firefighters.
Officials break ground on new Pine Hills worship, community center in Orange County
Read full article: Officials break ground on new Pine Hills worship, community center in Orange CountyExperience Christian Center Pastor Derrick L. McRae, based in Pine hills, joined Orange County Sheriff John Mina and other community leaders Wednesday to officially break ground on what will soon be the church’s new location on North Hiawassee Road, near Silver Star Road.
3 shot during argument outside laundromat in Pine Hills, deputies say
Read full article: 3 shot during argument outside laundromat in Pine Hills, deputies sayThree people were shot early Saturday outside of a laundromat in Pine Hills by an unidentified person involved in an argument, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Orlando woman killed, passenger seriously injured in crash at Pine Hills intersection
Read full article: Orlando woman killed, passenger seriously injured in crash at Pine Hills intersectionAn Orlando woman died and her passenger was left with serious injuries after a crash Saturday evening at an intersection in Pine Hills, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Cause of fire at church in west Orange County ‘undetermined’
Read full article: Cause of fire at church in west Orange County ‘undetermined’The cause of the fire at the Agape Assembly Baptist Church in northwest Orange County on Oct. 25 was undetermined, according to the press secretary of the Florida Department of Financial Services John O’Brien.
In wake of 16-year-old’s shooting death, loved ones vow ‘to make the world a better place’
Read full article: In wake of 16-year-old’s shooting death, loved ones vow ‘to make the world a better place’Family and friends held a vigil Monday evening in the area where a 16-year-old girl was found shot and killed early Sunday.
‘Enough is enough:’ Orlando police chief wants end to violence as 16-year-old’s death investigated
Read full article: ‘Enough is enough:’ Orlando police chief wants end to violence as 16-year-old’s death investigatedOrlando police continue searching for the person or people who shot and killed 16-year-old Evans High sophomore, Tavyiah King early Sunday morning.
Juvenile dies overnight after shooting at Orlando gas station, police say
Read full article: Juvenile dies overnight after shooting at Orlando gas station, police sayA juvenile died overnight Sunday following a shooting by a gas station on John Young Parkway, according to the Orlando Police Department.
Fire consumes Orange County home
Read full article: Fire consumes Orange County homePINE HILLS, Fla. – A fire broke out early Monday at a house in Pine Hills. “Crews currently have a good knockdown on the fire with no reported injuries at this time.”AdThe state fire marshal will investigate the cause of the blaze. Orange County fire crews are working to put out hot spots after a house went up in flames. in Pine Hills just after 5:30 this morning. No injuries reported at this time.
150 gallons of paint spills onto John Young Parkway in Orlando
Read full article: 150 gallons of paint spills onto John Young Parkway in OrlandoORLANDO, Fla. – Let’s not paint the town, at least not like this. About 150 gallons of white paint spilled Friday morning onto John Young Parkway near Silver Star Road in Orlando. [TRENDING: Teens rescued from slingshot ride | Woman found naked in storm drain says she was there for 3 weeks | Teacher fired for using medical marijuana]Orlando police said in a tweet that the paint spilled from a truck. The right turn lane of JYP to Silver Star Road was blocked as crews worked to clear the intersection. It’s not known how the paint fell from the truck or if the truck driver was cited.
Motorcyclist killed in crash near Pine Hills, troopers say
Read full article: Motorcyclist killed in crash near Pine Hills, troopers sayA Sky 6 aerial view of a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV in Pine Hills on March 16, 2021. (Image: Sky 6/WKMG)ORLANDO, Fla. – A 20-year-old motorcycle rider was killed Tuesday afternoon following a crash in the Orlando area of Pine Hills, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The two-vehicle crash involving the motorcycle and an SUV happened around 3 p.m. at Silver Star Road and Kingsland Avenue, FHP Lt. Kim Montes said. The motorcycle rider was pronounced dead at the crash scene. FHP said a 47-year-old Orlando woman was heading westbound on Silver Star Road and the motorcyclist was heading eastbound on Silver Star Road.
Deputies search for man who sexually attacked woman in Orange County
Read full article: Deputies search for man who sexually attacked woman in Orange CountyORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Deputies are searching for a man who sexually attacked a woman in Orange County earlier this week. According to a tweet posted by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, the attack happened between 6 and 7 a.m. on Thursday near Ashland Boulevard and Silver Star Road. | Fla. begins COVID vaccine appointment system]The attacker is described as 6-foot tall Black man who weighs between 150 and 200 pounds, according to the tweet. Be Aware: A female was sexually attacked by a stranger between 6 am & 7 am today near Ashland Blvd & Silver Star Rd. Report anything suspicious to 911 or 407-836-4357. pic.twitter.com/GIJE1oD3g5 — Orange County Sheriff's Office (@OrangeCoSheriff) January 14, 2021Deputies are warning people in the area to be cautious and not to walk alone.
FHP investigates 2 fatal hit-and-run crashes in Orange County
Read full article: FHP investigates 2 fatal hit-and-run crashes in Orange CountyORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Two people were killed during separate hit-and-run crashes Saturday. One crash was reported near Silver Star Road and Dardenelle Drive around 11:00 p.m. Friday night. Troopers said a 63-year-old man was in the westbound land of Silver Star Road when he was hit by an unknown vehicle. Another crash was reported Saturday morning around 6:30 a.m. near Sand Lake Road and Golden Skye Lane. Troopers said a Jeep Wrangler was attempting to cross Sand Lake Road and hit a pedestrian.
Man in critical condition after shooting in parking lot in Ocoee
Read full article: Man in critical condition after shooting in parking lot in OcoeeORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A man is in critical condition after a shooting in a parking lot in Ocoee, according to police. Ocoee Police said around 6:15 p.m. officers responded to a shooting at the Clarke Road Plaza parking lot on Silver Star Road. Police said officers found a man shot and he was rushed to a local hospital in critical condition. Investigators said anyone with information about the incident is being asked to call police at 407-905-3160. Suspect information has not been released at this time.
Man shot while pumping gas in Orlando
Read full article: Man shot while pumping gas in OrlandoORLANDO, Fla. A man was shot and wounded while pumping gas early Monday in Orlando. The shooting happened at the 7-Eleven at 4355 Silver Star Road. Orlando police said the man was pumping gas when several rounds were fired. The man was struck in the leg, and his car was riddled with bullets, police said. A 27-year-old was shot at the same gas station in July.
27-year-old shot in Orlando 7-Eleven parking lot, police say
Read full article: 27-year-old shot in Orlando 7-Eleven parking lot, police sayORANGE COUNTY, Fla. The Orlando Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred at a 7-Eleven overnight into Friday. According to officers, they arrived at 4355 Silver Star Road for a report of shots fired call. When units arrived on scene, several shell casings were discovered in the parking lot, officials with OPD said. According to authorities, a 27-year-old man was found at a nearby apartment complex. The man was taken to a hospital in critical condition but is now listed as stable, officers said.
4 adults, 1 child injured in fiery Orange County crash
Read full article: 4 adults, 1 child injured in fiery Orange County crashORANGE COUNTY, Fla. At least five people, including one child, were injured in a fiery Orange County crash, according to fire rescue officials. Orange County Fire Rescue officials said in a tweet shortly before 5 p.m. Tuesday that the crash took place near Silver Star Road and Golf Club Parkway. Crews were able to put out the flames before they started worked to remove the trapped victim or victims, according to the tweet. All five victims, including the child, were taken to nearby hospitals following the crash, officials said. Its unclear whether anyone else or any additional vehicles were involved in the crash.
Family escapes as fire destroys Ocoee house
Read full article: Family escapes as fire destroys Ocoee houseOCOEE, Fla. – A family escaped a house fire early Monday in Ocoee. A man, his wife and two others were home when the fire started in the back of the house. His wife cut her hand while breaking a window to make sure her son had safely escaped the blaze. A family of seven are displaced this morning after a fire tore through their home in Ocoee overnight. Live at 6 on @news6wkmg pic.twitter.com/t8jHh1RnnR — Justin Campbell (@JCampbellNews6) June 15, 2020The American Red Cross will assist the family.
Police trying to ID pedestrian killed at Orlando intersection
Read full article: Police trying to ID pedestrian killed at Orlando intersectionORLANDO, Fla. – Authorities are working to identify a pedestrian hit and killed at an Orlando intersection. Officials with the Orlando Police Department said the victim was hit by a vehicle on North Orange Blossom Trail at Silver Star Road Tuesday night and died at the scene. [TRAFFIC ALERT: Track live traffic conditions]It's unclear whether the driver was at fault or whether they will face charges. Police said they aren't looking for anyone else in connection with the crash. Stay with News 6 and ClickOrlando.com for updates.