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New York Post
6 days ago
- New York Post
Fla. man violently hit by SUV, shot at by driver in wild road rage incident: cops
A shooting and crash in Florida that resulted in three people being charged was a result of road rage, police say. Around 3:20 p.m. on Monday, the driver of a Jeep Compass was waiting to turn left out of a parking lot when the driver of a Buick sedan turned left into the lot, in front of the Jeep driver. The Buick driver, Anthony Williams, parked and the Jeep driver, Raesean Poole, backed up to confront Williams about not using a turn signal, Bradenton police said on Facebook. Williams and a teenage passenger exited the Buick before Poole claims that Williams showed him a gun during the confrontation. Video captured at the scene shows Poole trying to drive away several times, but stops and continues arguing with Williams. During what police call the 'final confrontation,' Poole accelerated the Jeep toward Williams, hitting a stop sign, tree and striking Williams in the leg. The teenaged Buick passenger, 16-year-old Manuel Villatoro, then 'retrieved a gun and fired into Poole's Jeep,' police said. The three involved were detained by police shortly afterward. The Jeep driver, 33-year-old Poole, has been charged with aggravated battery with a motor vehicle. Raesean Poole, 33, and Manuel Villatoro, 16, were two of three individuals charged in a road rage incident in Florida that led to shots being fired after a car crash. Bradenton Police Department Poole, who was driving the Jeep Compass was charged with aggravated battery with a motor vehicle, as Villatoro was charged with aggravated assault with a firearm, while the driver of the Buick, Anthony Williams, 20, hasn't been charged. Bradenton Police Department The Buick driver, 20-year-old Williams, was not seriously injured and charges are pending against him. The teenaged Buick passenger, Villatoro, has been charged with aggravated assault with a firearm. Police say the investigation continues.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
Bradenton teen accused of robbing Taxi driver at gunpoint
BRADENTON, Fla. (WFLA) — A 16-year-old was arrested Thursday and is accused of robbing a 'Taxi Caribe' driver at gunpoint, according to the Bradenton Police Department. At 1:48 p.m., police said they received a call from the driver to report the robbery that occurred in the 500 block of Martin Luther King Avenue West. The victim told police that he received a WhatsApp notification for a ride from a customer named 'Bob' with a pickup location in Palmetto and a drop-off location at the Martin Luther King address. The taxi driver told detectives that he had given the customer rides to and from those locations several times within the last 3 months. According to police, the suspect paid for the ride in cash and asked for change. As the driver opened a compartment where he kept cash, 'Bob' pointed a gun at him and demanded the money. After the driver complied, the suspect fled from the car. After researching the Palmetto address, detectives found a previous case involving a 16-year-old that matched the driver's description of the suspect. This was confirmed when the victim was presented with a photo lineup and identified the 16-year-old as the person who had robbed him. The Bradenton Police Department arrested the teen and has charged him with armed robbery with a firearm, juvenile in possession of a firearm, and violation of probation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Yahoo
Bradenton Tesla vandal arrested after owners find cars keyed, police say
BRADENTON, Fla. (WFLA) — Bradenton police have arrested a man they suspect of vandalizing three Teslas at the Pinebrook Commons Shopping Plaza back in March. According to the Bradenton Police Department, officers responded to Pinebrook Commons around 8:15 p.m. on March 11 after three Tesla owners reported that their cars had been 'keyed.' Detectives said that the damage to the cars was estimated at over $11,000. Security camera video from the scene recorded a Black Chevy Trax with a sticker on the rear window circling the parking lot around 7 p.m. where the Teslas were located. After an investigation, detectives determined Jeffrey Jones, 48, to be the owner of the black Chevy Trax. The Bradenton Police Department arrested Jones and charged him with felony criminal mischief. His bond is set at $150,000. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Yahoo
14-Year-Old Florida Girl Still Missing After Her Friend Is Found Safe
A Bradenton, Fla., teen believed to have disappeared with her friend is still missing after her friend was found safe. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement recently issued a Missing Child Alert for 14-year-old Surianneilys Perez-Sanchez on Tuesday, April 2. Related: Days After Mom Speaks Out, Missing Daughter Last Seen on Doorbell Camera 1 Year Ago Is Found 'Safe' The agency did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for comment. Perez-Sanchez has been missing since March 27. "Due to an ongoing investigation, the child is considered to be endangered," the agency's alert reads. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Perez-Sanchez was last seen in the 1800 block of Martin Luther King Avenue in Bradenton, which is located about 45 miles south of Tampa. Authorities believe she may be in the Pensacola area and is possibly heading to Texas. Both girls are 14 years old, authorities said. Related: 9 Students Who Went Missing While on Vacation Found Dismembered on the Side of a Highway in Mexico Perez-Sanchez is about 5 feet, 3 inches tall, weighs 70 pounds and has red hair and brown eyes. She also has piercings in her nose, tongue and abdomen. Spanish is her primary language. Anyone who has any information on her whereabouts is asked to contact the Bradenton Police Department at 941-932-9301 or 911. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Pizza delivery driver terrified after spotting massive creature hiding under customer's car: 'I'm a little scared'
As urban expansion continues to push into natural habitats, human-wildlife encounters are becoming more frequent and sometimes dangerous. A recent incident in Bradenton, Florida, where People reported a pizza delivery driver came face-to-face with an eight-foot alligator, highlights this growing issue and the challenges of coexistence with displaced wildlife. On March 9, Officer Tolson responded to a call about an alligator roaming a Bradenton neighborhood, disrupting a pizza delivery route. The reptile was seen walking across a lawn and driveway before taking shelter under a car in front of a house. Visibly shaken, the delivery driver hesitated to approach the home and turned to Officer Tolson, who had responded to a call about the loose gator. "I'm a little scared," the driver told Tolson, according to a video posted to the Bradenton Police Department's Facebook page, admitting she was hesitant to deliver the pizza herself. "Do you want to do it, officer?" The officer stepped in, carrying the pizza to the homeowner's back door while warning the resident about the lurking alligator. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission later arrived to measure and relocate the gator, moving it to a safer location away from residential areas. As Florida's population has risen over the decades, urban expansion has continued to push into natural areas, forcing animals like alligators to adapt to shrinking habitats. When wildlife loses space, interactions with humans become more frequent, sometimes resulting in dangerous consequences. The changing climate is also altering ecosystems and causing animals to migrate in search of food and shelter, increasing the likelihood of unexpected encounters. These incidents raise concerns about public safety and the environment. Large predators wandering into neighborhoods pose risks to people and pets, in addition to the wild animals themselves. Do you think America is in a housing crisis? Definitely Not sure No way Only in some cities Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Additionally, habitat destruction leads to biodiversity loss and disrupts natural food chains. If these trends continue, more frequent — and potentially dangerous — wildlife interactions will likely occur. Efforts to reduce human-wildlife conflicts include conservation programs and habitat preservation. Community education is key. Wildlife organizations and local authorities in the Sunshine State always encourage residents to secure garbage bins, avoid feeding wildlife, and create landscapes that deter unwanted animal visits. Homeowners can help avoid these conflicts by securing outdoor spaces, minimizing food waste, and supporting conservation initiatives. Advocating for responsible urban planning can also reduce human-wildlife conflicts. And when it comes to reversing the damage being done to wild animals, conservation efforts have successfully helped species like the American crocodile to recover, proving that proactive measures can support both human and animal well-being. The Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast is working to protect land, ensuring native species have safe environments; Florida has also enacted wildlife corridor initiatives to help animals move freely without being forced into populated areas. Taking steps to protect natural spaces can help reduce these encounters, ensuring safety for both people and animals. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
