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CBS News
25-05-2025
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Mesquite man arrested after fleeing police and striking bicyclist, authorities say
A Mesquite man accused of striking a bicyclist while fleeing authorities after a domestic disturbance has been arrested and faces multiple charges, police said Saturday. Justin Bernard Johnson, 33, is charged with evading arrest causing serious bodily injury, assault – continuous violence against the family, and tampering with evidence, according to the Garland Police Department. Justin Bernard Johnson, 33 Garland Police Department Authorities responded around 9 a.m. to an apartment complex in the 6100 block of Bay Island Drive after receiving a 911 call reporting that Johnson had physically assaulted the caller, officials said. As officers attempted to stop him on Interstate 30, Johnson allegedly discarded drugs before speeding away, police said. During the chase, he struck a bicyclist, who was thrown onto the top of his vehicle. The bicyclist later fell onto the roadway before Johnson crashed into two stopped vehicles at a traffic light, according to authorities. He then fled on foot but was apprehended a short distance away. The bicyclist and the driver of one of the stopped vehicles were taken to a hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening, police said. Investigators also learned Johnson had an active parole violation warrant issued by the Austin Parole Board, officials said. The case remains under investigation.
CBS News
16-05-2025
- Climate
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Wind gust lifts bounce house at Mesquite elementary school, injuring students
A group of students at a Mesquite elementary school sustained injuries Friday after a sudden gust of wind hoisted a bounce house during a school play day event. School officials reported that the injured students from Lawrence Elementary School were transported to a hospital for medical evaluation. None of those students sustained life-threatening injuries, according to Mesquite ISD. The district contacted the affected families. "All other students are safe and continuing the school day indoors," said Sabreana Smith, a spokesperson for Mesquite ISD. "Out of care and caution, the remainder of today's outdoor Play Day activities have been canceled." Counselors were called to campus and made available for students or staff in need of support following the incident, Smith said. An investigation is underway, the district said. "We are committed to reviewing every aspect of the event to ensure it never happens again," Smith said. "Nothing matters more than protecting the children entrusted to our care." CBS News Texas will provide updates as more information becomes available.
