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Man set up Facebook livestream before attacking Orlando officers with brick, police say
Read full article: Man set up Facebook livestream before attacking Orlando officers with brick, police sayTwo officers were attacked in downtown Orlando by a man after he set up a camera to livestream the incident on Facebook, according to the Orlando Police Department.
Orlando police investigate shootout between cars
Read full article: Orlando police investigate shootout between carsORLANDO, Fla. – A vehicle was struck by a bullet in Orlando late Sunday during a shootout between two cars, police said. The shooting was reported around 9:45 p.m. in the area of Garland Avenue and Washington Street. According to Orlando police, a victim said his vehicle was struck by a bullet, and an investigation uncovered that shots were exchanged by people in two other cars. That man called 911 and said a black 2020 BMW was firing at a white Ford Fusion. Anyone with information about the shootout is asked to call Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS or the Orlando police non-emergency line at 321-235-5300.
Victim burned in apparent arson in Orlando, police say
Read full article: Victim burned in apparent arson in Orlando, police sayORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando police say one victim is recovering from burn injuries Tuesday following an arson fire. Officers got a call about the fire near 1300 W. Washington St., not far from Orange Blossom Trail. | News 6 anchors share drama stories]Evidence shows someone ignited the fire in an area where two people were sleeping. One of those people suffered minor burns, according to the Orlando Police Department. Officers say the person who lit the fire is known in the area.
Certain downtown Orlando bars could get a lot of traffic this Halloween weekend amid COVID-19 pandemic
Read full article: Certain downtown Orlando bars could get a lot of traffic this Halloween weekend amid COVID-19 pandemicORLANDO, Fla. – City officials announced they will allow open containers in some high traffic areas on Saturday. “I didn’t think there was going to be an event until next year, to be honest with you,” Green said. “You have to be alert, you have to assume that everyone has the virus,” Dr. Pino said. During a news conference, Mayor Jerry Demings said Orlando police and the city have partnered to ensure the safety of bar owners and patrons. Mayor Demings said ambassadors will be downtown and in communication with bar, owners to ensure they are following best practices.
Firefighters battle Downtown Orlando blaze causing road closures
Read full article: Firefighters battle Downtown Orlando blaze causing road closuresOrlando, Fla. – Firefighters battled a large blaze at a home in downtown Orlando Friday afternoon. Crews arrived at the scene on Washington Street at 12:49 pm., according to a tweet by the Orlando Fire Department. According to officials, the home was vacant and there were no injuries. West Washington Street was closed between North Parramore and North Terry avenues as crews worked to extinguish the fire. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, officials said.