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Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Yahoo
Memorial grows after crash kills 2 children, 1 woman in Largo
The Brief Three people, including two children, died after a crash in Largo on Saturday. It happened at the corner of Ridge Rd. and Orangeview Dr. Multiple other people, including a University of Miami football player, were also injured in the crash. LARGO, Fla. - A third person has died after a car crash in Largo on Saturday afternoon, according to police. The backstory The Largo Police Department says a Dodge Durango collided with a Kia Soul that was making a left turn at the corner of Ridge Rd. and Orangeview Dr. around 1:45 p.m. Saturday. Police say Jabari Elijah Solomon, 10, and Charlie Herbert Solomon Rivera, 4, were killed in the crash. On Sunday, police said the driver of the Kia Soul, Gail Price, 78, had died from her injuries. Police say an adult passenger, Herbert Rivera, 58, was taken to the hospital with serious injuries. PREVIOUS: University of Miami football player injured in crash that kills 2 children, 1 woman in Largo: Police say What they're saying "He was our handyman," Ivey Hedden, a neighbor, said. "The whole cul-de-sac knows him as, you know, he helped everybody in the neighborhood." Some neighbors heard the crash happen and say it was a devastating scene. "I was home from lunch and we heard a car downshift, roaring engine and we heard it backfire," Scott Kelley said. "And then all of a sudden, I mean literally seconds later, you heard the impact. The whole house vibrated." Kelley says they didn't know who was involved in the crash at first, but he says they learned that it involved their neighbor and his two children. "And they were here for the weekend to spend time with their father," he said. On Sunday, neighbors built a memorial that continued to grow, as people stopped by to leave mementos and pay their respects. READ: Coast Guard rescues man after his 15-foot boat capsizes near Sunshine Skyway Bridge "It's one of the saddest things I've ever experienced, ever," Hedden said. "I never want to see anything like that." Police say the driver of the Durango, Adarius Hayes, 20, was sent to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Hayes is a linebacker at the University of Miami, according to the school's website. Police say neither driver showed signs of impairment. "Stay in prayer for the family," Hedden said. "They need it right now." What's next Police are still investigating to figure out what led up to the crash, including trying to determine whether speed was a factor. There are no charges at this point. Follow FOX 13 on YouTube The Source Information for this story was gathered by FOX 13's Kylie Jones. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 13 TAMPA: Download the FOX Local app for your smart TV Download FOX Local mobile app: Apple | Android Download the FOX 13 News app for breaking news alerts, latest headlines Download the SkyTower Radar app Sign up for FOX 13's daily newsletter
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Yahoo
Pair convicted of kidnapping woman who offered to give them a ride because it was cold
Two people, including a Georgia woman, have been convicted of kidnapping a woman. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] According to court documents, on Nov. 30, 2023, a 71-year-old woman was traveling from Georgia to North Carolina when she picked up two hitchhikers identified as Stephanie Miranda Neace, 32, of Blairsville, Ga. and Jordan Nathaniel Hedden, 31, of Murphy, N.C. The U.S. Attorney's Office of the Western District of North Carolina said the victim offered the pair a ride because it was cold outside. However, officials said as soon as they drove into North Carolina, Hedden told the victim to drive to his car. When they got to the location, a car wasn't there. Hedden then demanded that the 71-year-old stop the car, and when the victim refused, Hedden forced the victim to stop the car and get in the back seat, officials said. Hedden began driving. TRENDING STORIES: Paulding County deputy shot, suspect dead after welfare check turns into a shootout Sex offender arrested after SWAT standoff in Cartersville Florida State University shooting: Multiple people hospitalized; buildings evacuated Court records revealed the victim began to cry while Hedden yelled at her and told her to shut up. Authorities said Hedden appeared to be high and agitated and became paranoid that the victim had a tracking device. At one point, Hedden stopped the car, and he and Neace searched the car and the victim herself for tracking devices. Then, they took the victim's phone and disabled it. The attorney's office said Hedden demanded money from the victim, but the victim only had $2. The victim told Hedden and Neace to take her to an ATM and they agreed. During the drive into Tennessee, Hedden made the victim promise that she would not identify them to the police. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter] During the drive to the ATM, the 71-year-old convinced Hedden to let her withdraw money from a gas station ATM instead of a bank. The victim also told Hedden that she would give the pair the money if they let her stay behind at the gas station. When they got to the gas station, the victim took her purse and her car key fob. She told Hedden to turn off the car so the headlights could not be seen from the people inside the gas station, and Hedden complied, officials said. As the victim and Hedden were walking toward the gas station, the victim began to run to the door and scream for help. Hedden ran back to the car, tried to use it to drive away but was unable to start the car without the key fob. Hedden and Neace then ran away on foot and escaped into the woods. After a day-long manhunt, the pair was found and arrested. Neace was convicted of kidnapping, which carries a maximum prison sentence of up to life imprisonment. She was sentenced on April 14. Hedden pleaded guilty to kidnapping and aiding and abetting. On Monday, he was sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Associated Press
15-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Ascend Aesthetic Partners Announces 2025-2026 Fellowship Matches at Hedden, Gunn & Halka in Alabama and Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery in Florida
ATLANTA, GEORGIA / ACCESS Newswire / April 15, 2025 / Ascend Aesthetic Partners, a national network of leading aesthetic surgeons, has announced its 2025-2026 fellowship matches-an initiative designed to advance the next generation of aesthetic specialists through immersive, practice-based Aesthetic Partners The 2026 Ascend fellows have been matched with two of the network's leading practices. Hedden, Gunn & Halka Plastic Surgery of Birmingham, Alabama, welcomes Timothy Stoddard, M.D., from the Medical College of Wisconsin and Courtney Leonard, M.D., from Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Temple, Texas. Dr. Stoddard and Dr. Leonard will be joining the practice in 2026. Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, welcomes Evan Childers, M.D., from Marshall University, who will join the practice in July 2026. These placements reflect Ascend's commitment to fostering talent at highly regarded aesthetic practices recognized for their excellence. Both fellowship programs are endorsed by The Aesthetic Society and exemplify excellence in surgical quality standards and aesthetic medicine. Fellows gain hands-on experience through mentorship on both surgical techniques and the business aspects of aesthetic practice. The program also offers opportunities for independent clinical practice, monthly didactic sessions, and participation in research presented at The Aesthetic Society's Fellows Forum. Introducing 2025 Fellows: William Rifkin, M.D., will join Hedden, Gunn & Halka Plastic Surgery in July 2025. Dr. Rifkin completed a two-year plastic surgery research fellowship at NYU before earning his medical degree from New York University Grossman School of Medicine. He completed his residency at NYU Langone Health in New York, New York. He earned his undergraduate degree in economics from Tufts University. He specializes in facial aesthetics, body contouring, and reconstructive techniques. Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery welcomes Aaron Jacobs, M.D., who is trained in both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. Dr. Jacobs is joining PVPS to expand his knowledge and hone his skills during his one-year aesthetic fellowship. He is a recent graduate of Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania, a Level 1 trauma center and regional burn center, where he gained extensive experience in reconstructive procedures and cosmetic surgery. Dr. Jacobs earned his medical degree from Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and completed his residency at Lehigh Valley Hospital, where he was inducted into both the Gold Humanism Honor Society and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. 'At Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery, we're excited to work alongside our fellows and mentor them during this pivotal year,' said Christopher Bates, M.D., who oversees the fellowship program at PVPS. What Current Fellows Are Saying About the Ascend Fellowship Program 'I am deeply honored to be part of the Ascend Fellowship Program and to work with the exceptional team at Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery,' said Abby Threet, M.D. 'Being able to collaborate with such a distinguished group of surgeons is invaluable to my growth as a surgeon and to the care I provide.' 'Joining the fellowship program at Hedden, Gunn & Halka Plastic Surgery offers a unique opportunity to refine my skills while contributing to a team that values excellence in patient care,' said Hannah England, M.D. About Ascend Aesthetic Partners Ascend Aesthetic Partners is a collaborative alliance of leading surgeons dedicated to redefining excellence in plastic surgery and aesthetic care. Through clinical leadership and strategic growth, Ascend provides comprehensive support to its network of surgeons. Ascend continues expanding its network of premier aesthetic practices across the nation and invites you to connect if you are interested in learning more. For more information about Ascend Aesthetic Partners and its services, visit For more information about the fellowship program, contact Beth Guerin, Director of Physician Recruitment and Engagement, at [email protected]. Contact Information Lori Moonen Marketing Agency [email protected] 9042287318 SOURCE: Ascend Aesthetic Partners press release
