Woman Arrested in Connection with Fatal Rollover Crash in Miami-Dade

December 11, 2023

Miami-Dade Police have made an arrest in connection with a fatal rollover crash that occurred in a southwest Miami-Dade neighborhood on Friday morning. The incident resulted in one fatality and left two others in critical condition.

According to reports, 28-year-old Dymariz Picon has been identified as the driver of a silver Nissan that collided with a van at the intersection of Southwest 21st Terrace and 92nd Avenue in Westchester. The impact caused the van to roll over, tragically killing a 34-year-old passenger named Daniel Garcia.

Video footage captured by a nearby resident shows the moment of the collision between the silver pickup truck and the white work van. Emergency responders from the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue rushed to the scene and transported two occupants of the van, who were in critical condition, to a local hospital as trauma alerts.

Suspect Involved in Hendry County Felony Crashes into Pole After Police Pursuit

In an unrelated incident, a driver involved in a felony in Hendry County led police on a chase in Fort Lauderdale before crashing into a concrete pole on Sunday morning. The pursuit began when officers spotted the vehicle in the 1400 block of NE 62nd Street and attempted to apprehend the suspect.

During the pursuit, the driver lost control of the vehicle, resulting in a collision with the concrete power pole. Thankfully, all three occupants of the vehicle sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to North Broward Hospital for treatment. The driver was subsequently arrested by the Fort Lauderdale Police.

Severe Storms Cause Devastation in Central Tennessee

Severe storms tore through central Tennessee over the weekend, causing significant damage to homes and businesses and resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. According to authorities, six people lost their lives, and approximately two dozen individuals were hospitalized due to storm-related injuries.

The Montgomery County area, located north of Nashville near the Kentucky state line, was particularly affected. Three people, including a child, were killed in Montgomery County after an apparent tornado struck. Additionally, severe storms in a neighborhood north of downtown Nashville claimed the lives of three individuals. Emergency services treated another 23 people for injuries sustained during the storms.

Donald Trump Declines Second Testimony in New York Fraud Trial

Former President Donald Trump has announced that he will not testify for a second time at his New York civil fraud trial. Trump cited his successful and conclusive testimony last month as the reason for his decision to decline further participation in the trial, which is being brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James.

The trial holds significant implications for Trump’s real estate empire and his reputation as a successful businessman. Trump’s cancellation of his testimony comes as a new poll reveals a three-percentage-point increase in Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ popularity since October, while Trump’s lead has grown by eight points.

Miami Dolphins Prepare for Monday Night Football Showdown

The Miami Dolphins are gearing up for a highly anticipated primetime showdown against the Tennessee Titans at Hardrock Stadium tonight. The Monday Night Football game, scheduled to kick off at 8:15 p.m., promises an exciting clash between the two teams.

The Dolphins’ pass defense has significantly improved this season, currently ranking ninth in the NFL. The star cornerback duo of Jalen Ramsey and Xavien Howard has played a pivotal role in this defensive success, contributing to the team’s rise in the defensive rankings.

South Florida Celebrates Annual Pig Pardoning

South Florida is commemorating its sixth annual pig pardoning event, which has become a cherished tradition during the holiday season. In a departure from the customary roasting of pigs for Hispanic Christmas feasts, Miami-Dade County has chosen to spare two pigs this year.

The pig pardoning ceremony will take place at the Latin Café 2000 in Brickell at 9:30 a.m. The event symbolizes a shift towards more compassionate and sustainable practices, reflecting the evolving values of the community.