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Yahoo
16-05-2025
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Mental health issues alleged in golf course crash as victim remains in ICU with brain bleeds
CHICAGO (WGN) — A man accused of driving erratically on a golf course and striking a 70-year-old man will remain behind bars following a court appearance on Thursday. Tory Gardner, 30, of Cicero, faces one felony count of aggravated battery to a senior citizen with great bodily harm and unlawful use of a weapon following the Monday, May 12, incident at Billy Caldwell Golf Course. According to forest preserve officials, Gardner allegedly drove a Dodge SUV onto the Far Northwest Side area course and struck the 70-year-old golfer at the fifth hole. The golfer remains in the intensive care unit. Gardner reportedly entered through a maintenance roadway that was inaccessible for public use. Eleven new speed cameras will begin issuing tickets in June, Here's where they're located According to the criminal complaint, several patrons attempted to stop Gardner and direct him off the course. An off-duty golf course employee also tried to stop Gardner. 'The defendant at one point exited his vehicle and charged an employee with a knife. The defendant re-entered his vehicle and continued driving on the golf course at a high rate of speed, as numerous patrons and employees attempted to stop him,' the criminal complaint reads. The employee punctured Gardner's right rear tire, and another drove his silver Honda onto the course to warn other patrons while pursuing the suspect. Officials say that's when Gardner struck the 70-year-old golfer. He did not stop after impact. 'The defendant continued to drive recklessly until he was detained by officers. The victim was admitted to the ICU for numerous brain bleeds,' the criminal complaint reads. Court records revealed that Gardner allegedly admitted to driving onto the golf course as a shortcut. He also acknowledged to the police that he struck a pedestrian. While in custody, Gardner reportedly stated the victim was yelling at him, and that's why he hit him. Drivers beware! It's turtle crossing season, warns DuPage County forest preserve Authorities said that Gardner expressed no remorse. In a healthcare order filed with the court, prosecutors say Gardner reported mental health issues and was exhibiting erratic behavior. It's not the first time Gardner has had a run-in with the law, however. Cook County court records show that in 2023, police cited the 30-year-old for failing to reduce his speed to avoid an accident. Ten years earlier, in 2013, Gardner pled guilty to armed robbery without a firearm. He was also previously charged with possession of a controlled substance. According to Gardner's attorney, his family claims to have noticed schizophrenic behaviors from him after he was shot in the head about seven months ago. Read more: Latest Chicago news and headlines Gardner is due back in court on Wednesday, June 11. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Yahoo
Mental health issues alleged in golf course crash as victim remains in ICU with brain bleeds
CHICAGO (WGN) — A man accused of driving erratically on a golf course and striking a 70-year-old man will remain behind bars following a court appearance on Thursday. Tory Gardner, 30, of Cicero, faces one felony count of aggravated battery to a senior citizen with great bodily harm and unlawful use of a weapon following the Monday, May 12, incident at Billy Caldwell Golf Course. According to forest preserve officials, Gardner allegedly drove a Dodge SUV onto the Far Northwest Side area course and struck the 70-year-old golfer at the fifth hole. The golfer remains in the intensive care unit. Gardner reportedly entered through a maintenance roadway that was inaccessible for public use. Eleven new speed cameras will begin issuing tickets in June, Here's where they're located According to the criminal complaint, several patrons attempted to stop Gardner and direct him off the course. An off-duty golf course employee also tried to stop Gardner. 'The defendant at one point exited his vehicle and charged an employee with a knife. The defendant re-entered his vehicle and continued driving on the golf course at a high rate of speed, as numerous patrons and employees attempted to stop him,' the criminal complaint reads. The employee punctured Gardner's right rear tire, and another drove his silver Honda onto the course to warn other patrons while pursuing the suspect. Officials say that's when Gardner struck the 70-year-old golfer. He did not stop after impact. 'The defendant continued to drive recklessly until he was detained by officers. The victim was admitted to the ICU for numerous brain bleeds,' the criminal complaint reads. Court records revealed that Gardner allegedly admitted to driving onto the golf course as a shortcut. He also acknowledged to the police that he struck a pedestrian. While in custody, Gardner reportedly stated the victim was yelling at him, and that's why he hit him. Drivers beware! It's turtle crossing season, warns DuPage County forest preserve Authorities said that Gardner expressed no remorse. In a healthcare order filed with the court, prosecutors say Gardner reported mental health issues and was exhibiting erratic behavior. It's not the first time Gardner has had a run-in with the law, however. Cook County court records show that in 2023, police cited the 30-year-old for failing to reduce his speed to avoid an accident. Ten years earlier, in 2013, Gardner pled guilty to armed robbery without a firearm. He was also previously charged with possession of a controlled substance. According to Gardner's attorney, his family claims to have noticed schizophrenic behaviors from him after he was shot in the head about seven months ago. Read more: Latest Chicago news and headlines Gardner is due back in court on Wednesday, June 11. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
Killeen fire captain killed in crash; man charged with intoxication manslaughter
The Brief Killeen fire captain Marvin Taylor was killed on Mother's Day in North Austin He had just welcomed his fifth child into the world Rodney Bremby was arrested for intoxication manslaughter in connection with the crash KILLEEN, Texas - A Killeen fire captain was killed in a crash on Mother's Day, just shortly after welcoming his fifth child into the world. "It was 100% devastating," said Killeen Fire Chief James Kubinski. "It was pure disbelief without a doubt." What we know Captain Marvin Taylor III has worked with the Killeen Fire Department since 2014. He was leaving the hospital after delivering his fifth child when he was hit and killed in a car crash on Mother's Day. An Austin Police officer witnessed the two-vehicle collision on Sunday at 1:05 a.m. in North Austin. The officer was next to Taylor at a stoplight at the intersection of East Koeing Lane and Airport Boulevard. He reported seeing a black Dodge SUV rear-end, the blue Toyota Sienna that Taylor was driving. The force of the impact threw Taylor's van 150 feet, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Taylor was leaving the hospital and on the way to pick up his other children to meet their new baby brother when he was killed on Mother's Day. What they're saying "This is a tremendous loss," said Kubinski. "We have continued the grieving process as an entire department. I don't believe that there's a single person on this department that Marvin did not interact with over his 10 years here." "Marvin, it was very important to him to be the sole provider for his family of five boys so that his wife Samantha was able to raise their kids and take care of all the needs," added Kubinski. Taylor is described as a positive person who always finds a solution to any problem and has a larger-than-life personality. "I remember one of his first weeks here," said Kubinski. "He came in my office and said, 'I know that this wasn't a selected assignment, but I do know that I'm going to do the best job that I can do. I'm gonna make you proud of the work that I am going to do.'" What we know 34-year-old Rodney Bremby was arrested for intoxication manslaughter. According to court documents, the black Dodge Durango had electronic data storage, which allowed investigators to see how fast Bremby was going. The speed limit on Koeing Lane is 45 MPH. The sensory diagnostic module showed Bremby was traveling 103 MPH upon impact. Bremby bonded out of the Travis County Jail on Wednesday with a scheduled court date for July 2. The incident is being investigated as Austin's 28th fatal crash of 2025, resulting in 32 deaths. What you can do Chief Kubinski said the community has shown overwhelming love and support for the family. "We want to make sure that we set up the family for success for the long run and not just the short term," said Kubinski. "Anybody is welcome to drop off any donations, and we will ensure that they are delivered directly to the family without any issue." Anyone who wants to donate to the Taylor family may drop off donations at the Killeen Fire Department or donate online. The Source Information in this report comes from reporting/interviews by FOX 7 Austin's Katie Pratt
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Yahoo
Victim shot at after car accident on Beale St.
MEMPHIS, Tenn — Two vehicles involved in an accident fired shots at a victim Downtown on Sunday. On February 16 at 3:15 a.m., officers responded to a shooting at Second and Beale Street. Police spoke to the victim, who advised that two vehicles were involved in an accident while he was at his vehicle. 1 dead after hit-and-run crash in East Memphis Reports say both vehicles fired shots at the victim and struck his vehicle several times. Both suspects fled the scene. The suspect vehicles were described as a dark-colored Dodge SUV, or possibly a Durango, and a light-colored sedan. No arrests have been made. This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information can call CrimeStoppers at (901) 528-CASH. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
