No arrests after 2 hurt in shooting near University Central Florida
Two men were hurt in a shooting that took place near the University of Central Florida on April 8. Deputies reported that the men were transported to the hospital, but have not disclosed whether an arrest has been made in connection to this incident.
Two men were hurt in a shooting that took place near the University of Central Florida on April 8. Deputies reported that the men were transported to the hospital, but have not disclosed whether an arrest has been made in connection to this incident.
New video: Sumter County vs train crash caught on camera
New video obtained by FOX 35 shows a Sumter County school bus, driven by Yvonne Hampton, slowly inching forward across railroad tracks in Bushnell as a CSX train sweeps by and hits the back of the train. Hampton has now been charged with 29 counts of child neglect.
New video obtained by FOX 35 shows a Sumter County school bus, driven by Yvonne Hampton, slowly inching forward across railroad tracks in Bushnell as a CSX train sweeps by and hits the back of the train. Hampton has now been charged with 29 counts of child neglect.
Former Sumter County bus driver released on bond
Yvonne Hampton, 67, was released on bond in Sumter County after being charged with child neglect after a train crashed into a school bus with students on it. FOX 35 crews caught Hampton leaving the jail on April 7.
Yvonne Hampton, 67, was released on bond in Sumter County after being charged with child neglect after a train crashed into a school bus with students on it. FOX 35 crews caught Hampton leaving the jail on April 7.
Florida man accused of killing his mom: 'God told him to do it'
A Sumter County man, Derek Vaughn, is accused of killing his mother, claiming "God told him to do it." Investigators say the mother was on the phone saying her son was going to kill her. Vaughn stabbed his mother and later shot her, deputies say.
A Sumter County man, Derek Vaughn, is accused of killing his mother, claiming "God told him to do it." Investigators say the mother was on the phone saying her son was going to kill her. Vaughn stabbed his mother and later shot her, deputies say.
Former Sumter County school bus driver released on $30K bond
A now former Sumter County school bus driver, Yvonne Hampton, 67, was released on a $30,000 bond after being charged with 29 counts of child neglect -- $1,000 per count.
A now former Sumter County school bus driver, Yvonne Hampton, 67, was released on a $30,000 bond after being charged with 29 counts of child neglect -- $1,000 per count.
Volusia County warns Spring Break promoters to stop before legal action is taken
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood is warning social media promoters against a "Daytona Beach Takeover" event after flyers were posted on social media sites. The event is scheduled for this week, April 6 through 11. Chitwood is warning promoters now, this event should not take place. “You can't promote events which shoot and loot is the underscoring theme to this,” Chitwood told FOX 35's Chancelor Winn.
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood is warning social media promoters against a "Daytona Beach Takeover" event after flyers were posted on social media sites. The event is scheduled for this week, April 6 through 11. Chitwood is warning promoters now, this event should not take place. “You can't promote events which shoot and loot is the underscoring theme to this,” Chitwood told FOX 35's Chancelor Winn.
Florida school bus teacher fired, arrested after train crash
Students were in shock after their school bus was involved in a crash with a train. "I closed my eyes as hard as I could before that, and I’m thankful that nothing really bad happened, but it could’ve been way worse," said a student. Now, the bus driver is behind bars and facing 29 counts of child neglect without great bodily harm.
Students were in shock after their school bus was involved in a crash with a train. "I closed my eyes as hard as I could before that, and I’m thankful that nothing really bad happened, but it could’ve been way worse," said a student. Now, the bus driver is behind bars and facing 29 counts of child neglect without great bodily harm.
Florida man attacked after trying to help man in crash: 'His eyes were demonic, like a monster'
A driver who stopped to help what appeared to be a crash victim along State Road 429 was attacked and seriously injured, authorities and the victim said.
A driver who stopped to help what appeared to be a crash victim along State Road 429 was attacked and seriously injured, authorities and the victim said.
Attorneys seek delays in Kissimmee triple-murder case amid issues over witnesses
Attorneys in a Central Florida triple-murder case are seeking delays as they work through challenges tied to overseas witnesses and pending legal decisions.
Attorneys in a Central Florida triple-murder case are seeking delays as they work through challenges tied to overseas witnesses and pending legal decisions.
Tiger Woods denied a urine test after rollover crash: What does this mean under Florida law?
Professional golfer Tiger Woods denied a urine test following a DUI arrest last month in South Florida. Under Florida law, the refusal is classified as a second-degree misdemeanor.
Professional golfer Tiger Woods denied a urine test following a DUI arrest last month in South Florida. Under Florida law, the refusal is classified as a second-degree misdemeanor.
Florida man, 19, killed, cut up, abandoned body in suitcase, police say
Lucas Sander Jones, 19, was charged with the murder of a registered sex offender, Colie Lee Daniel. Investigators said evidence and witness statements show Jones cut up Daniel's body and put his body parts in a suitcase. Jones' girlfriend told police he told her not to say anything.
Lucas Sander Jones, 19, was charged with the murder of a registered sex offender, Colie Lee Daniel. Investigators said evidence and witness statements show Jones cut up Daniel's body and put his body parts in a suitcase. Jones' girlfriend told police he told her not to say anything.
Florida man, 85, with dementia shoots son, deputies say
A man was airlifted to the hospital after authorities say he was shot by his father – an elderly man with dementia, deputies say. The Osceola County Sheriff's office responded to an area on Westmoreland Circle in Kissimmee regarding a shooting that took place around 12:40 p.m. on April 3.
A man was airlifted to the hospital after authorities say he was shot by his father – an elderly man with dementia, deputies say. The Osceola County Sheriff's office responded to an area on Westmoreland Circle in Kissimmee regarding a shooting that took place around 12:40 p.m. on April 3.
Florida man undergoing surgery after being shot by his dad diagnosed with dementia
A man was airlifted to the hospital after authorities say he was shot by his father – an elderly man with dementia, deputies say.
A man was airlifted to the hospital after authorities say he was shot by his father – an elderly man with dementia, deputies say.
Registered sex offender's body found in suitcase abandoned at Palm Bay's The Compound
A registered sex offender's body was found in a suitcase left in an undeveloped area of Palm Bay, known as "The Compound."
A registered sex offender's body was found in a suitcase left in an undeveloped area of Palm Bay, known as "The Compound."
Young Florida mom killed in suspected DUI crash; Family seeks answers
A 22-year-old mother of two was killed in a crash on Interstate 75 that investigators say was caused by an impaired driver, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 22-year-old mother of two was killed in a crash on Interstate 75 that investigators say was caused by an impaired driver, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Jury convicts man in 2022 DUI crash that killed Florida woman
A jury found 32-year-old Justin Cobb guilty of DUI manslaughter and two counts of DUI with serious bodily injury in the 2022 death of 75-year-old Elfriede Meyer in Umatilla,
A jury found 32-year-old Justin Cobb guilty of DUI manslaughter and two counts of DUI with serious bodily injury in the 2022 death of 75-year-old Elfriede Meyer in Umatilla,
Florida family says teen’s survival after highway crash is 'blessing'
The family of a 17-year-old boy says it is a miracle he is alive after being struck by a car on Interstate 95 in Daytona Beach.
The family of a 17-year-old boy says it is a miracle he is alive after being struck by a car on Interstate 95 in Daytona Beach.
School bus clipped by train in Bushnell; no injuries reported
A school bus was hit by a train Thursday afternoon in Bushnell, though no injuries were reported among students or staff, authorities said.
A school bus was hit by a train Thursday afternoon in Bushnell, though no injuries were reported among students or staff, authorities said.
Man with Parkinson’s disease allegedly injured during arrest at family’s home in Orange City
City officials are reviewing body camera video that shows the arrest of a 79-year-old man whose family says he has Parkinson’s disease.
City officials are reviewing body camera video that shows the arrest of a 79-year-old man whose family says he has Parkinson’s disease.
Ohio band's instruments stolen near I-Drive hotel before Disney World performance
An Ohio high school band’s dreams were nearly dashed when they found their instruments stolen before a performance at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom.
An Ohio high school band’s dreams were nearly dashed when they found their instruments stolen before a performance at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom.