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Yahoo
13-05-2025
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Titusville police say man killed by officers was armed with a gun
The Titusville Police Department released more information about the investigation into an officer-involved shooting in February that left a man dead. Officers say 25-year-old Tri-Marea Charles was armed with a gun when they opened fire. Now the police chief says the Florida Department of Law Enforcement has concluded its investigation and started an internal review process. The state attorney's office must still complete a legal review to see if the police officers committed any crimes. Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
Yahoo
29-03-2025
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Titusville pedestrian deadly crash: Man arrested and charged with DUI manslaughter, police say
The Brief A man has been arrested and is being charged with DUI manslaughter after he hit and killed a pedestrian who was walking on a crosswalk on Friday in Titusville, police say. Records show Dallas Scott Weed, 28, was booked into the Brevard County Jail and is being held on a $15,000 bond. The Titusville Police Department said they are continuing to investigate the crash. TITUSVILLE, Fla. - A man has been arrested and is being charged with DUI manslaughter after he hit and killed a pedestrian who was walking on a crosswalk on Friday in Titusville, police say. Records show Dallas Scott Weed, 28, was booked into the Brevard County Jail and is being held on a $15,000 bond. The Titusville Police Department said they are continuing to investigate the crash. What we know Police said a man was struck by a vehicle around 2:50 p.m. Friday, March 28, while walking within the crosswalk at the intersection of Columbia Boulevard (State Road 405) and Windover Trail. Reports show the man was crossing the roadway northbound, to return to his employment position at Walmart, when he was struck by a white 2017 Dodge Super Duty work truck that was driving westbound on Columbia Boulevard. Authorities said the pedestrian was transported to a local hospital, but he died less than two hours later. The driver of the truck, Weed, remained at the scene of the crash, officials said. Police reported Weed was arrested after he displayed signs of intoxication. Weed is being charged with DUI manslaughter. What we don't know FOX 35 has reached out to officials for more information surrounding the crash and has requested an official arrest report for the incident. It is currently unclear how intoxicated Weed was at the time of the crash. The pedestrian in the case has not yet been identified. Police said more information will be released once the investigation is completed. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the Titusville Police Department in a news release on March 29, 2025.
Yahoo
22-03-2025
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Titusville man charged after state agents, local police say they seize suspected meth
TITUSVILLE — A Titusville man is facing drug charges after authorities said he was found in possession of a significant amount of suspected methamphetamine and other suspected drugs during a traffic stop in the city on Thursday. Lucas J. Cherry, 45, is free after posting $300,000 bond following his arraignment Thursday afternoon on charges including three felony counts of possession with intent to deliver, according to court records. A lawyer for Cherry was not listed on his criminal docket sheet Friday morning. Authorities said Cherry was charged in an investigation involving the state Attorney General's Bureau of Narcotics Investigation and Drug Control and the Titusville Police Department that led to a traffic stop in Titusville around noon on Thursday. According to a spokesman for Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday, Cherry was found in possession of 653 grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine, with an estimated street value of between $15,000 and $30,000. Cherry was also found in possession of suspected cocaine, suspected crack cocaine and suspected heroin, according to the spokesman. Authorities said the arrest stemmed from an ongoing investigation into suspected drug trafficking in the area. Please enable Javascript to view this content. "This is a substantial arrest as this amount of methamphetamine could cause significant harm in a small rural community," Sunday was quoted in an email his spokesman sent to the Erie Times-News Friday. "I commend our team and the local assisting department for bringing an end to this trafficking operation. The arrest demonstrates that our efforts to stop traffickers pedaling poison span the entire Commonwealth." More: Man charged in Millcreek police bath salts probe that led to Erie warehouse search Cherry is tentatively scheduled to appear in court for his preliminary hearing on April 3, according to information in his docket sheet. Contact Tim Hahn at thahn@ Follow him on X @ETNhahn. This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: Drug probe involves suspected meth seizure; Titusville man charged
Yahoo
11-03-2025
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Jessie Kirk murder: Florida man charged in Titusville woman's death
The Brief David A. Barber, 35, has been charged with the murder of Jessie Kirk, 72, after her body was found near Haulover Canal on March 4. Authorities said they linked Barber to the crime while he was already in custody on unrelated charges. Investigators continue to piece together the case, seeking justice for Kirk's family. TITUSVILLE, Fla. - Police have charged a man in the murder of a 72-year-old Titusville woman who was reported missing last week. Jessie Kirk's body and burned SUV were discovered hours after her disappearance. David Barber, 35, now faces multiple charges related to her death. What we know Titusville Police charged David A. Barber, 35, with the murder of Jessie Kirk, 72, following an investigation that began with Kirk's disappearance on March 4. Barber, who has listed addresses in both West Palm Beach and Winter Haven, Florida, faces multiple charges, including first-degree premeditated murder, arson, burglary, abuse of a dead human body, theft, and tampering with evidence. The charges were filed while Barber remained incarcerated at the Brevard County Jail on separate charges from an earlier arrest. Investigators discovered Kirk's body near Haulover Canal shortly after Barber's initial arrest at Kirk's condominium complex for loitering, prowling, and grand theft auto. The Titusville Police Department, with assistance from Kirk's family, friends, and the community, gathered enough evidence to bring forward formal charges against Barber, investigators said. What we don't know Authorities have not publicly disclosed the exact nature of Barber's motive for the crime. The circumstances surrounding Kirk's disappearance remain unclear, including whether the two had prior interactions. Authorities have not said how Barber traveled between the locations where Kirk's car and remains were found. Police are investigating whether he used a ride-share service, hitchhiked, or had another means of transportation. Officials are also seeking additional witnesses who may have seen Barber in the area on March 4. The backstory The case began when officers responded to a report of Jessie Kirk's disappearance on March 4 and immediately determined the situation suspicious. Later that day, police arrested Barber for loitering, prowling, and grand theft auto. Authorities said Barber had recent, significant burns on his body, which were noteworthy, because Kirk's burned SUV Lincoln Navigator was located in Orange County near State Road 520 and State Road 50 in the afternoon she was reported missing. Not long after, Kirk's body was also discovered near Haulover Canal, prompting further investigation. Authorities have since worked to piece together the sequence of events leading to Kirk's death. Detectives reviewed evidence, conducted interviews, and coordinated efforts with local residents to ensure a thorough investigation. Kirk, a well-loved community member in Titusville, was active in local philanthropy and known for growing sunflowers and vegetables, which she donated to those in need. She and her late husband were both celebrated for their community contributions. What they're saying Kirk was well known in the community. "Jessie is a longtime resident of Titusville and North Brevard. She was a kind individual and had a gift to connect to anyone and everyone she met," said Titusville Police Commander Tyler Wright. Kirk's best friend, Sharon James, described her grief and frustration after learning of her death. "Our hearts fell to the pit of our souls… Jessie was no one that looked for notoriety. She was the quietest, kindest, giving soul. Therefore, that's why so much has to be done to help find her, find what happened." Law enforcement officials emphasized the role community support has played in solving the case. "This collaborative effort has been instrumental in securing the charges and moving one step closer to justice and closure for Jessie Kirk's family and friends," said Detective Sergeant Bryan Nelson. What's next Authorities continue to investigate Barber's role in Kirk's disappearance. Barber remains in custody with no bond. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the Titusville Police Department, the Brevard County Sheriff's Office, and the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Yahoo
11-03-2025
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Police: Former Brevard deputy charged with murder in death of 72-year-old Titusville woman
A former Brevard County sheriff's corrections officer was charged Monday with first-degree murder in the death of Titusville resident Jessie Kirk, 72, who was reported missing the morning of March 4. Titusville police said David Armstrong Barber, 35, also faces charges of arson, burglary of an occupied structure, abuse of a dead body, theft and tampering with evidence. He was already a person of interest in the disappearance of Kirk, a well-known real estate business owner and community advocate whose burned-out SUV and body were discovered the afternoon of her disappearance. 'This collaborative effort has been instrumental in securing the charges and moving one step closer to justice and closure for Jessie Kirk's family and friends,' said Detective Sergeant Bryan Nelson of the Titusville Police Department, in a statement released late Monday. Kirk was reported missing by a friend after she failed to turn up for a routine morning walk. Barber, spotted near Kirk's condominium the same morning with burn marks on his arm, was arrested on charges of grand theft of a motor vehicle, loitering and prowling after family members and friends of Kirk told Titusville police he was driving Kirk's white Lincoln Navigator without permission. The burned-out Navigator was found near Christmas the same day, and Kirk's body, burned beyond recognition, was located near the Haulover Canal in north Brevard. Barber was arrested later that day for loitering, prowling and grand theft auto. The medical examiner's office conducted an autopsy over two days and identified the remains as those of Kirk. Nelson and other detectives spanned the city, talked with family members and friends, gathering information that pointed back to Barber, who was the former boyfriend of Kirk's niece. He avoided questions upon his initial arrest, police said, adding that he said, 'I don't feel I should answer that at this time,' reports show. A candlelight vigil organized by Jess Parrish Medical Foundation and the Friends of the Children's Advocacy Center will be held at 7 p.m. Friday at Sand Point Park, 419 Washington Ave., in Titusville. The vigil is open to the public. Barber, who has been jailed since his initial arrest, is expected to go before a judge Tuesday for a bond hearing on the charges. No other court dates have been set in the case. J.D. Gallop is a criminal justice/breaking news reporter at FLORIDA TODAY. Contact Gallop at 321-917-4641 or jgallop@ X, formerly known as Twitter:@JDGallop. This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Former Brevard deputy charged with murder of Titusville woman, 72
