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Yahoo
01-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
2 injured in Daytona Beach crash after car drives into woods, officials say
The Brief Two people were injured after a car accident that took place on Saturday afternoon in Daytona Beach. The accident caused a car to travel 50 yards from the road and into the woods. The two people injured were taken to the hospital, with one of those patients declared a trauma alert. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Two people were injured after a car accident that caused a vehicle to travel 50 yards from the road and into the woods on Saturday afternoon in Daytona Beach, officials say. What we know Just before noon on Saturday, Daytona Beach Fire Department (DBFD) units responded to a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Tomoka Farms Road and Dunn Avenue. When crews arrived at the scene of the accident, they found an SUV approximately 50 yards from the road in the woods. Officials say one person was trapped inside. Firefighters immediately stabilized the vehicle and began extrication and patient care. Two patients were taken to the hospital by Volusia County EMS. Officials say one of those patients was declared a trauma alert. What we don't know The identities of the two people in the car accident and their current medical status have not yet been released. Investigators have not yet shared any details on what led to the crash. What's next The Daytona Beach Police Department is continuing to investigate the incident. The FOX 35 News team has reached out to authorities for more information. This is a developing story. Check back later for more updates. 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 Daytona Beach Fire Department (DBFD) in a social media post on May 31, 2025.
Daily Mail
24-04-2025
- Daily Mail
Toddler killed while chasing after family dog into oncoming traffic
A toddler was killed in south Florida Wednesday night after he chased his family dog into oncoming traffic - and was subsequently struck by two different vehicles. The unidentified one-year-old boy had walked out of his home on North Halifax Avenue in Daytona Beach to follow the family dog - who had somehow managed to escape, Bill Rhodes, the director of operations for the Daytona Beach Police Department said at a news conference on Thursday, WESH reports. He then entered oncoming traffic and was struck by a 2003 Honda CR-V. The impact of the collision then sent the toddler into the southbound lanes of the busy avenue, where he was then struck by a 2012 Chevy Silverado. Police then responded to the scene at around 8.21pm and found the boy with severe injuries in what Rhodes referred to as a 'traumatic and chaotic scene.' From there, he was transported by Volusia County EMS to Halifax Hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead an hour later, Rhodes announced. Officers do not believe speed was a factor in the young boy's death - and are still considering whether to bring charges against anyone in the case. 'At this point, it just seems to be a very tragic accident that we are having to work though here and help the family get through,' Rhodes told reporters, noting that both of the boy's parents and both drivers are cooperating with the ongoing investigation. 'Just this whole mix of things came together in a really tragic turn of events last night,' he added, according to Fox 35. Rhodes went on to say he does not want to hold anyone accountable for 'what they did or didn't do. 'Those of us that are parents, we know that little kids are quick and fast,' he said. 'I guarantee you that they [the boy's parents] are dealing with major trauma today,' he added.
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
EMS driver hospitalized after fiery crash in Daytona Beach
The Brief An EMS driver was hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash in Daytona Beach on Mason Avenue. One vehicle caught fire, but firefighters quickly extinguished it. The driver is expected to recover, and the cause of the crash remains unclear. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - An EMS driver was hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash in Daytona Beach on Mason Avenue. What we know A two-vehicle crash occurred just after 5:30 p.m. on Mason Avenue in Daytona Beach. The crash involved an EMS vehicle and another truck, leaving both vehicles with significant front-end damage. One of the vehicles caught fire, but emergency crews quickly extinguished it. What we don't know Authorities have not yet released details on what caused the crash or whether any other individuals were involved. It is also unclear if charges or citations will be issued. Timeline Emergency crews responded to the crash at approximately 5:33 p.m. Firefighters from the Daytona Beach Fire Department (DBFD) worked alongside Volusia County EMS to provide medical care and put out the fire. What they're saying Officials have confirmed that the EMS driver involved was taken to the hospital but is expected to recover. "While operating under normal driving conditions and not responding to a call, Volusia County EMS' Quick Response Vehicle (QRV) was involved in a motor vehicle collision in Daytona Beach. VCEMS' team member and driver of our QRV was transported to the hospital and is in stable condition with no life-threatening injuries," a spokesperson said. "The incident is currently under investigation. We are concerned for the safety of everyone involved and are cooperating with law enforcement authorities." 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 …
