Eight Critically Injured When Pickup Overturns Near Walnut Hill; Six Children Ejected From Truck Bed
July 7, 2024
Eight people, including six children, were critically injured in a single vehicle pickup truck rollover crash Sunday afternoon near Walnut Hill.
The crash happened just before 3 p.m. on O.C. Phillips Road, off Highway 97A, about seven miles from Walnut Hill.
The driver of a Nissan Frontier pickup truck left the paved portion of O.C. Phillips Road and lost control as they continued westbound on the dirt roadway. The pickup truck collided with the embankment and overturned, coming to rest on its side, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The driver, a 37-year-old female from Walnut Hill, and front passenger, a 47-year-old male from Walnut Hill were both critically injured.
Authorities said six children, ages 3-14, were riding in the bed of the pickup and were ejected when it overturned. All six were critically injured.
The children were girls ages 3, 4, 8, and 11, and boys ages 10 and 14.
Several of the victims were airlifted in three medical helicopters, and the remainder were transported by four responding Escambia County EMS ambulances. All were transported as “trauma alerts” to Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola.
The Walnut Hill Station of Escambia County Fire Rescue and the Escambia County Sheriff’s also responded.
Any charges against the driver are pending from FHP as their investigation continues.
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Scott’s Pharmacy Proposes Construction Of New Molino Location
July 7, 2024
Scott’s Pharmacy is planning a new standalone location in Molino.
At 11,100 square feet, the pharmacy and retail building will be located at the northeast corner of Highway 29 and Molino Road, which is across Highway 29 from their current location and just south of a Florida Power & Light substation.
The location’s parking lot will have access from both Highway 29 and Molino Road, according to submitted plans from owner Ron Scott of Pace.
The proposal is set for final hearing before the Escambia County Development Review Committee on Wednesday, July 10.
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EREC Warns Of Door-To-Door Fiber Internet Scam
July 7, 2024
Escambia River Electric Cooperative is warning members about a potential door-to-door scam involving fiber internet.
EREC said an individual pretending to be from Conexon Connect fiber internet has been knocking on doors saying that he is responding to service calls.
EREC said that a Conexon employee will only visit a home with an appointment. They will also have an identification badge and wear a Conexon Connect shirt or uniform.
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Crash Involving Pickup With Trailer And Boat Closes Part Of I-65
July 7, 2024
A crash involving a pickup truck towing a trailer with a boat closed one lane of I-65 in Escambia County, Alabama, for about two hours Saturday afternoon.
The outside northbound lane was closed for the cleanup following the 1:12 p.m. crash, according to troopers from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
There were no serious injuries reported.
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This Is Who Claimed A $55K Fantasy 5 Ticket Sold In Davisville
July 7, 2024
We now know who had a winning $55,000Florida Lottery Fantasy 5 ticket worth over $66,000 sold in Davisville
The quick pick ticket sold at the State Line Gift Shop next to the Piggly Wiggly on Highway 97 was one of two winning tickets in the June 25 evening drawing and is worth $55,099.86. The other winning ticket was sold at a Publix in Wilton Manors in the Miami metro.
According to the Florida Lottery, the cash option on the winning ticket was claimed by George DeWayne Byrne of Leroy, Alabama.
The winning numbers were 2-9-27-28-30.
One Shot And Killed Saturday Morning in Escambia County
July 7, 2024
UPDATE: The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office has determined this shooting was a suicide.
A man was shot and killed Saturday morning in Escambia County.
The shooting happened about 10:40 a.m. near Beggs Lane and North Palafox Street. The victim reportedly suffered a single gunshot wound.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office is investigating and hasn not released further details.
Berry, Blue Wahoos Split Twin Bill With Biscuits
July 7, 2024
written by Erik Bremer
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos split a doubleheader with the Montgomery Biscuits on Saturday night, falling 4-0 in game one but rallying to take game two 4-1 behind a dominant performance from Jacob Berry.
In game one, the Pensacola offense managed just three singles as Cole Wilcox (W, 6-2) outdueled Jonathan Bermúdez (L, 3-4) in a 4-0 final. The Biscuits took a lead on solo homers from Jalen Battles in the third and Carson Williams in the fourth, and added insurance on a Battles two-run single later in the inning.
In game two, Berry stole the show with a 3-for-4 performance. He opened the scoring with a two-run homer off starter Adam Leverett (L, 3-3) in the second, and added a pair of doubles as the Blue Wahoos won 4-1.
Tristan Stevens (W, 1-0) allowed just an unearned run over 5.0 innings to secure his first career Double-A win for the Blue Wahoos. Chandler Jozwiak worked a scoreless inning of relief to set up closer Austin Roberts (S, 15) for his league-leading 15th save.
The Blue Wahoos split their six games against the Biscuits, taking two of three in Pensacola before salvaging the final game of their series in Montgomery. They end a taxing stretch of 12 games in 12 days with a 6-6 record.
After two consecutive off days, the Blue Wahoos return to action against the Rocket City Trash Pandas on Tuesday night for a six-game road series. First pitch from Toyota Field in Madison, Alabama is scheduled for 6:35 p.m.
Troopers Release Details In July 4 Wreck That Killed Man In Escambia, Alabama
July 6, 2024
The victim of a fatal crash July 4 in Escambia County, Alabama, has been identified as a Missouri man.
Alabama State Troopers released details Friday night about the Thursday crash.
The multi-vehicle crash occurred about 4:15 p.m. near the intersection of Highway 31 and Old Highway 31, near the new Pollard Dollar General and claimed the life of a Higginsville, Missouri, man.
Troopers aid the crash occurred when the 2017 Jeep Liberty driven by 60-year-old Shirley A. Moore, 60 of Higginsville struck the 2020 Ram 1500 driven by 39-year-old Demetruis L. Preyer of Pensacola. After the initial collision, the Jeep was struck by the 2020 Hyundai Sonata driven by 55-year-old Carolyn A. Albert of Atmore. A passenger in the Jeep, 69-year-old William H. Moore of Higginsville, Missouri, was seriously injured.
Moore was transported to D.W. McMillan Hospital in Brewton where he later died.
Albert and Shirley Moore were flown to Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola. Troopers said Shirley Moore was not using a seat belt at the time of the crash.
Preyer was transported by ambulance D.W. McMillan in Brewton.
Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continue to investigate.
Manna Donut Strike Nets Over 42K Meals For Those In Need
July 6, 2024
The numbers are in, and it was a record-breaking 2024 Donut Strike for Mann with over 42,000 healthy meals raised.
Local law enforcement and fire departments teamed up again to fight hunger. During the 2024 Donut Strike for Manna eight agencies across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties collected food and funds, raising the equivalent of 42,217 healthy meals for hungry neighbors in need served by Manna Food Bank. This year’s event brings first responders’ total contributions since 2017 to more than 202,200 healthy meals for children and families in need.
“Local law enforcement and firefighters are not only our everyday heroes; they’re our hunger heroes too,” said DeDe Flounlacker, executive director of Manna. “Families are struggling to make ends meet this summer. Our first responders have generously answered the call to impact change for their neighbors in need.”
Participating agencies include the Escambia County Fire Rescue, Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, Gulf Breeze Fire Rescue, Gulf Breeze Police Department, Midway Fire District, Pace Fire Rescue District, Pensacola Fire Department, and Pensacola Police Department.
First responders went on strike against the disc-shaped delicacies from June 26 through June 28 to encourage the community to fight local hunger by supporting Mann before indulging the sweet circular treats again on July 2.
Pictured: The Donut Strike for Manna last at the Cantonment Winn Dixie, Ensley Walmart and Beulah Publix. NorthEScambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour and submitted, click to enlarge.
ECSO: Drug Dealers Shoots, Kills Man Trying To Rob Him; Two Charged
July 6, 2024
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office said a man was shot and killed when he tried to rob a drug dealer, and drug dealer is not being charged with the shooting.
ECSO said it happened in the 100 block of Swallowtail Lane.
Demetrius Caesar, 24, and Meliyah Gordon, 22, are now both charged with murder – a death occurring during the commission of a felony, along with tampering with evidence.
ECSO said 26-year-old De’Andre English, Caesar and Gordon went to meet Isaac Mitchell, 20, to buy marijuana from him. When they arrived, Mitchell got into their vehicle.
“During the sale, De’Andre English pulled a gun on Mitchell in the attempt to rob him. This led to a fight over the gun. During that fight, English was shot and killed. Caesar and Gordon fled the scene,” ECSO said Friday. Investigators were able to identify Gordon and Caesar, and they were charged with the murder.
“At this time, we have not charged Isaac Mitchell, as he appears to have acted in self-defense while being robbed. Charges related to sale of drugs are pending,” the Sheriff’s Office added.
At the time of the incident, Caesar was on probation for a previous felony murder that occurred on June 27, 2018, in Oakwood Terrace, ECSO said