Gunman at large after woman found shot to death in crashed car in Orange County, deputies say
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is looking for whoever shot and killed a woman last night. Deputies were called out to the Pine Hills area around 7 p.m. Thursday for reports of a car crash. Photos: Gunman at large after woman found shot to death in crash car in Orange County, deputies sayExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 9 Gunman at large after woman found shot to death in crash car in Orange County, deputies sayThe victim was found inside of a car on North Powers Drive, down the street from Meadowbrook Middle School. She came to bury her insteadDeputies said a woman in her 20s was found shot to death inside of a crashed car. Read: Volusia County man sentenced for 2017 murder of woman he intentionally set on fireOfficials said there is an active investigation into the shooting and car crash.
wftv.comOrlando police investigate after teen shot overnight in Pine Hills
ORLANDO, Fla. — Police in Orlando are investigating after a teen was shot overnight in Pine Hills. Officers said they responded to a shooting at the Sanoma Village near Pine Hills Road and North Lane. Watch: Deputies release video of motorcyclists racing, driving recklessly through Orlando streetsPolice said they found a teenager in the area at around 1:30 a.m., who had been shot. Channel 9 has a crew working to gather more details and will have updates on Eyewitness News. Read: Winter storm: Death toll rises to at least 48 nationwideSee more in the video above.
wftv.comPine Hill neighbors want abandoned building attracting crime, drugs removed
ORLANDO, Fla. — Neighbors in Pine Hills want to know why an abandoned building that attracts crime and drugs is still standing. Channel 9 once investigated the Agape Assembly Baptist Church property on Hiawassee Road, south of Silver Star Road, that caught fire last year. READ: Osceola County deputies have arrested 5 people accused of murder in St. CloudIn March, the county found the building was a serious threat to public health safety and welfare. The violations were supposed to be corrected in March, but people were still going in and out of it Wednesday.
wftv.comBoys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida breaks ground on new robotics room
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida is using a $500,000 grant from Walt Disney World to build a new robotics room. The room will take shape at the club’s Walt Disney World Clubhouse in Pine Hills. The donation was made as part of Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebration. Disney officials said they hope the room will help the next generation of STEM storytellers develop their skills and reach for their dreams. ©2022 Cox Media Group
wftv.comWork underway on Orange County’s first multicultural center in Pine Hills
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Neighbors in Pine Hills have been pushing for a multicultural center for years. On Tuesday, Orange County officials unveiled a plan to make that a reality. An old grocery store along State Road 50 in Pine Hills that has sat vacant for years will be transformed into the county’s first-ever multicultural center. “It is just a tremendous, not only financial investment, economic investment, but it’s also investing in the spirit of Pine Hills,” Siplin said. So it will, I think, bring this community closer together,” Pine Hills resident Denese Dunston said.
wftv.comOrlando police investigate after shooting at Pine Hills home
ORLANDO, Fla. — Police are trying to figure out who shot up a house in Orlando. The shooting happened around 11 p.m. on Ribblesdale Lane, near North Lane and Pine Hills Road. Photos: Orlando police investigate after shooting at Pine Hills homeExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 8 Orlando police investigate after shooting at Pine Hills homeA Channel 9 crew observed evidence markers on the road where police found shell casings at the scene. Watch: Police search for suspect after 21-year-old shot, killed outside Daytona Beach Hookah PubInvestigators said no one was hurt in the shooting. Read: Florida woman dies after test drive ends in deadly crashPolice said they don’t know who fired the gun, or why.
wftv.comEx-boyfriend of Pine Hills murder victim charged and arrested 4 years later
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — The Orange County Sheriff’s Office has discovered how a 41-year-old woman was killed in her Pine Hills home, four years later. The children led the woman to the home, where she discovered the body of Denise Hayes near the front door, Williamson said. Investigators said that Hayes’ ex-boyfriend, Bobby Lee Story, 56, was identified as the suspect after his fingerprints were found at the scene. He was arrested a month later in September 2018, by Tampa police on charges of attempted murder, burglary and resisting arrest. Read: Police investigate homicide inside Conway-area home in OrlandoHe has now been charged in Orange County for second-degree murder with a firearm.
wftv.comWoman shot following argument in Orange County, deputies say
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A woman was shot early Monday in Orange County’s Pine Hills neighborhood, sheriff’s investigators said. Deputies responded to Pine Hills Road near Belco Drive minutes after midnight. READ: Subtropical Storm Nicole forms near Bahamas; raises flooding, coastal damage concerns in FloridaAt the scene, they reported locating the shooting victim, in her 20s. Orange County Pine Hills shootingAccording to Orange County Sheriff’s Office, an argument led to the shooting. READ: Powerball jackpot: Top prize swells to record $1.9 billion as no one winsInvestigators said the suspect, who has not been identified, grabbed a gun and shot the woman as she was running from him.
wftv.comFire engulfs warehouse in Pine Hills
ORLANDO, Fla. — Fire engulfed a warehouse Wednesday afternoon in the Pine Hills neighborhood, Orange County Fire Rescue said. Firefighters said they were called shortly before 3:30 p.m. to the building on North Hiawassee Road near Silver Star Road. They said the fire spread to the butler building, but they have since extinguished the flames. Read: Hurricane Lisa to make landfall in Belize; another disturbance possible off Florida’s east coastThe State Fire Marshal’s office has been notified of the blaze. ©2022 Cox Media Group
wftv.com$50K reward offered after USPS letter carrier robbed in Orange County
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service on Friday announced it was putting up a reward of as much as $50,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect who investigators said robbed a USPS letter carrier in Orange County on Oct. 4.
Pine Hills residents say car accidents causing power outages, difficulty accessing businesses
ORLANDO, Fla. — People who live near Pine Hills said they’re taking a risk every time drivers buckle up and hit the road. Residents say they’ve lost power and access to their businesses because of the continuous crashes and accidents, and that this is a major safety issue that is being ignored. They want a top-to-bottom approach, more slow-down lights, speed bumps, monitoring and more. See the full story in the video above. ©2022 Cox Media Group
wftv.comMan found inside crashed car in Orange County shot to death, deputies say
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orange County deputies responded to a car crash Thursday night and found someone inside, dead after being shot. Deputies are trying to figure out who killed a man who crashed in Pine Hills on Stardust Lane, not too far from Ridgewood Park Elementary School. Photos: Man found inside crashed car in Orange County shot to death, deputies sayExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 15 Man found inside crashed car in Orange County shot to death, deputies sayInvestigators are trying to find out what led to the shooting, and who was involved. Watch: Lawmakers to get third crack at property insurance crisisChannel 9 was at the crime scene as technicians documented evidence and took pictures of the car. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office has not released the identity of the man killed or a suspect description.
wftv.comDeputies: 1 hurt in shooting in Orange County
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A shooting in Orlando’s Pine Hills community sent a man to a hospital late Wednesday, sheriff’s investigators said. Around 9:40 p.m., deputies responded to reports of shots fired along Pine Chase Drive, not far from the intersection of Hastings Street and Silver Star Road. Orange County Pine Chase shootingAt last report, the victim, in his 20s, was being treated at a hospital, according to Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators haven’t released his name or said what led to the shooting. READ: Orlando police release new images of man accused of attacking woman downtownDetectives could not provide details about a possible suspect in the case.
wftv.comPine Hills residents voice concerns and optimism for new Lynx bus transfer center
Pine Hills residents voice concerns and optimism for new Lynx bus transfer centerORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A new bus transfer center will be right down the street from an apartment complex and a local business in Pine Hills. The Lynx Transfer Center will be built on Belco Drive and Silver Star Road. The people who live within walking distance of the center said they’re waiting to see how it will impact their community. Read: Orange County Elections Supervisor looking for poll workers who speak Spanish“It is a big problem with homelessness there,” Washington said. “And with security, there shouldn’t be a lot of people hanging out.”Lynx said they plan to include 50,000-square-foot building space for eight to 10 buses, including Neighborhood Lynx.
wftv.com1 hospitalized after house catches fire in Pine Hills
Video: 1 hospitalized after house catches fire in Pine HillsORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — One person was hospitalized after a house caught fire in Orange County early Monday morning. Firefighters said they responded to a fire at a home on Cortez Drive in Pine Hills just after 6 a.m.One person was taken to Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center. READ: Police close Central Florida park over ‘aggressive alligator’Orange County Fire Rescue said the Red Cross was notified for six adults and one pet. Crews stayed at the scene through 7:30 a.m.READ: Diverging diamond: What you need to know about the new interchange in Osceola County#WorkingHouseFire 5700 block of Cortez Drive. @RedCross notified for 6 adults, 1 pet.
wftv.comSkeletal remains found at Pine Hills construction site
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the discovery of some skeletal remains at a construction site in Pine Hills. Deputies were called to the area of West Colonial Drive just east of Powers Drive shortly after 4:45 p.m. Tuesday. READ: Man fatally shoots wife, son & mother-in-law in CasselberryAccording to the sheriff’s office, construction workers were digging in the area when they found the bones. READ: 2 teens killed caught in middle of feud stemming from social media, rap songsThis story is developing. Please stay with WFTV as more information comes into our newsroom.
wftv.comDeputies: Woman in late teens shot to death in Orange County
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A woman in her late teens was shot to death early Wednesday near Pine Hills, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies responded to The Park at Highgate Apartments along North Powers Drive near Silver Star Road shortly after 3 a.m.READ: Shooting injures one, leads to crash in OrlandoThey said the victim was taken to a hospital but did not survive. Woman shot to death near Pine Hills (WFTV.com News Staff)Investigators are calling the case a homicide but had no information about possible suspects in the case. READ: Friends describe woman killed by 10-year-old girl as loving, generous neighborWFTV’s Q McCray is on scene gathering the latest details. Watch his live updates on Eyewitness News This Morning.
wftv.comMan hurt in shooting in Pine Hills neighborhood
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Orange County deputies are looking for a shooter after a man was shot in the Pine Hills neighborhood. Deputies said a man showed up at a business along Silver Star Road near Hiawassee Road around 11:30 p.m. Monday. Silver Star Road shooting (WFTV.com News Staff)Deputies did not say if either of those places was where the shooting happened. READ: Florida teen arrested for ‘school-based threat’ posted onlineThe man who was shot is expected to survive. Silver Star Road shooting (WFTV.com News Staff)See a map of the scene below.
wftv.comSound the Alarm: Firefighters go door-to-door installing free smoke alarms
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Orange County Fire Rescue partnered with the American Red Cross on Saturday for its annual Sound the Alarm Event. On Saturday, firefighters and volunteers went door-to-door in The Groves Community in Pine Hills with the goal of visiting more than 400 homes and offering to install free smoke alarms. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 8 Red Cross - OCFR - Smoke Alarms - Groves CommunityThe #SoundTheAlarm initiative is about being proactive and ensuring residents are prepared and educated in the event of an emergency by installing free smoke alarms in homes that do not have them or need them replaced and educating residents about fire prevention and safety. Read: Wild Florida to debunk alligator myths during Gator WeekThis event is part of a nationwide campaign to provide and install 50,000 free smoke alarms in at-risk communities. Read: Orlando Fringe Festival returns to Loch Haven Park with new venues and showsClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
wftv.comDeputies: Man shoots, injures 2 young people during car break-in
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Sheriff’s investigators said a man shot at and injured two people during an attempted car break-in outside of a Pine Hills home early Thursday. The man said when he felt threatening by the apparent burglars, he fired several shots at them. Sheriff’s investigators told Eyewitness News that two kids were taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. READ: Man shot, killed by deputies in Target parking lotAround 6 a.m., a WFTV news crew watched crime scene investigators focus on a house at the intersection of Martinwood Drive and Elderwood Lane. Investigation underway in Pine Hills (WFTV.com News Staff)Eyewitness News reporter Christy Turner is on scene and gathering the latest details from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
wftv.comPine Hills residents say trash is going uncollected for weeks
Trash pick up Week after week some neighbors in Pine Hills say garbage and yard waste trucks were passing by but not picking up their trash. (WFTV.com News Staff)ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Week after week some neighbors in Pine Hills say garbage and yard waste trucks were passing by but not picking up their trash. Neighbors say the problem has only been getting worse. Another neighbor, Carter Felix, said his main concern is yard waste. FCC is responsible for pick ups in Pine Hills.
wftv.comHabitat for Humanity volunteers lend a hand for Women Build initiative in Pine Hills
ORLANDO, Fla. — Volunteers in Central Florida are pulling out their construction gear in honor of Women’s History Month. READ: BatKid to the rescue: Community helps boy with heart condition’s crime-fighting dreams come trueHilton Grand Vacations partnered with Habitat for Humanity for a project in Pine Hills on Thursday. Photos: Habitat for Humanity volunteers lend a hand for Women Build initiative in Pine HillsExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 13 Habitat for Humanity volunteers lend a hand for Women Build initiative in Pine HillsIt’s part of Women Build, a national initiative to build homes for women and their families. Some volunteers installed siding and doors, painted the home and worked on landscaping. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.
wftv.comHave you seen him? Orange County deputies search for missing man, 39
Melvin Wilcox Deputies said they are looking for Melvin Wilcox, who was last seen in the area of Elon Drive in Pine Hills. (Orange County Sheriff's Office)ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Orange County deputies are asking for the community’s help to find a missing 39-year-old man. Deputies said they are looking for Melvin Wilcox, who was last seen in the area of Elon Drive in Pine Hills. Deputies said he was last seen wearing a gray hoodie, gray sweatpants and gray shoes. He was wearing a gray hoodie, gray sweatpants & gray shoes, possibly driving a blue Honda Civic FL tag HGSX29.
wftv.comPerson hurt in Orange County stabbing
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — An early morning stabbing near the Pine Hills community left one person hurt, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office said on Friday. Deputies responded to West Colonial Drive near Powers Drive shortly before 12:30 a.m.Stabbing on West Colonial (WFTV.com News Staff)They said they located an injured adult in that area, who was later hospitalized. OCSO did not release the victim’s name, sex or age, but reported their condition as serious but stable. Investigators called the stabbing a case of aggravated battery, but as of 2:40 a.m. Friday said they had no details to report about a suspect or suspects. Stabbing on West Colonial (WFTV.com News Staff)Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
wftv.com‘We could feel the heat’: Neighbors describe fire that ripped through Orange County home
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Fire lit up the sky and woke neighbors early Wednesday in the Pine Hills community. Firefighters raced to the 2900 block of Danforth Drive around 2:30 a.m. and began battling flames shooting from a home. Neighbors told Eyewitness News they saw flames rise at least 25 feet from the roof and worried as embers flew toward their own home. Orange County house fire (WFTV.com News Staff)WFTV watched as crews from Orange County Fire Rescue sprayed water onto the house, working to put the fire out. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 11 Orange County house fire (WFTV.com News Staff)Channel 9′s Christy Turner is on scene gathering more information and will have live updates beginning at 5 a.m. on Eyewitness News.
wftv.comFDLE to investigate man’s death following encounter with Orlando police
ORLANDO, Fla. — A mother is grieving after she said her son died following a confrontation with Orlando police. READ: Chief: Man dies after Orlando officer attempts to take him into custodyThe Florida Department of Law Enforcement has been called in to investigate what happened at the shopping plaza. “We’re looking at the officer’s body worn camera video, the store video,” Chief Orlando Rolon said. Rolon said the man was taken into custody and suffered a medical episode following an encounter with an Orlando police officer. They actually did CPR on him.”The man died at the hospital.
wftv.comOrlando police investigate suspicious death of man near Pine Hills shopping plaza
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando police said they are investigating a suspicious death of a man near a Pine Hills shopping plaza. Police said just before 10:30 a.m., an officer came into contact with a man at the 5100 block of North Lane. They said during the encounter, the man began to show signs of medical distress, police said. READ: Deputies: Sex offender arrested, accused of offering girl, 14, $50 for sexOfficers said they performed life-saving measures and gave the man Narcan. The man was taken to a hospital, where he later died.
wftv.comShooter at large after man shot at apartments near Pine Hills, police say
Shooter at large after man shot at apartments near Pine Hills, police sayORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando police are searching for a shooter after a man was shot Sunday evening. Officers said a man was shot at around 5:47 p.m. in the parking lot of the Stella West Apartments on Willow Bend Circle. READ: Man dies after Saturday night shooting in Orlando, police sayThe victim is in his 30s and was shot multiple times in his upper body, police said. WATCH: Police: Knife-wielding Florida Tech student shot and killed by officer on campusThe shooter was last seen fleeing on foot and has not been captured by police. Anyone with information about this shooting is asked to call the Orlando Police Department at 321-235-5300 or Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS (8477).
wftv.comPolice: Man charged with first-degree murder after hit-and-run crash that killed woman in Pine Hills
Police: Man charged with first-degree murder after hit-and-run crash that killed woman in Pine HillsORLANDO, Fla. — Police in Orlando said they have arrested a man after a deadly hit-and-run crash in Pine Hills. WATCH: School employee shot at gas station could be ‘stand your ground’ case, Sanford police sayOfficers said Kenneth Postell was arrested Thursday and has been charged with first-degree murder. The crash occurred at around 3:19 a.m. on July 31 near the intersection of North Pine Hills and Indian Hills roads. WATCH: ‘My kids lost everything’: Intense fire destroys Orlando family’s homeOfficers said detectives worked for months to find Postell and gather evidence for his arrest. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.
wftv.comDeputies: 2 teens injured in shooting in Pine Hills
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Two teenagers were injured in a shooting in Pine Hills Monday afternoon, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies were called to an apartment complex in the 5400 block of Pine Chase Dive around 2:30 p.m. for reports of a shooting. READ: FHP investigates fatal hit-and-run crash on Colonial Drive, troopers sayThey arrived to find two victims, identified only as teenaged males, with gunshot wounds. The sheriff’s office didn’t release any additional details on the severity of their injuries. According to the sheriff’s office, nearby UCP Pine Hills Charter Elementary school was planed on lock-out status for about an hour due to the shooting.
wftv.comDeputies: Man killed in shooting at Pine Hills apartment complex
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A man was killed in a shooting at a Pine Hills apartment complex Friday, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies were called to the Park Hamilton Apartments on Park Hamilton Blvd. just before 7:30 p.m. for reports of a shooting. READ: Dozens of Orange County firefighters file lawsuit over vaccine mandateThe sheriff’s office hasn’t released any details on a possible suspect or motive for the shooting. Please stay with WFTV as more information comes into our newsroom.
wftv.comHomicide investigation underway after man found dead near Pine Hills, deputies say
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A man was found dead Sunday near Pine Hills, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said they were called at around 11:51 p.m. to the 600 block of Delhi Street for a “man down.”READ: Florida reports record COVID-19 cases, virus hospitalizations on SaturdayWhen deputies arrived, they found a man dead inside a residence, according to a report. No other details were released, and deputies said the investigation is ongoing. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV. ©2021 Cox Media Group
wftv.comMan struck twice in fatal hit-and-run crash in Pine Hills, troopers say
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A man died after he was struck twice in a hit-and-run crash in Pine Hills, the Florida Highway Patrol said. Just before 10:30 p.m. Thursday, troopers said a white Toyota and a BMW were traveling southbound on Pine Hills Road when a man was attempting to cross the street. Troopers said the man was struck by the front of the Toyota, which immediately left the scene without stopping. READ: ‘I was going to die’: ECMO machine credited with saving the most severe COVID-19 patients’ livesThe crash remains under investigation. See a map of the scene below:READ: Palm Coast therapist accused of molesting underage patient, authorities sayMan fatally struck in hit-and-run crash in Pine Hills (WFTV.com News Staff)©2021 Cox Media Group
wftv.comDeputies: Woman shot during dispute at Orange County home
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Orange County deputies are investigating after a woman in her 20s was shot during a dispute at a home in Pine Hills. Deputies said the shooting happened just before midnight Monday near the intersection of Alecon Drive and Burgundy Lane. Investigators said a woman in her 20s went to the home of a man in his 30s and a dispute ensued. They said the man shot the woman at least once during the dispute. READ: Man killed in Pine Hills shooting, deputies sayThe woman was taken to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries.
wftv.comFHP: Cars towed, minor injuries reported after man-made tailgate falls off vehicle on I-95
VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — Several vehicles struck a man-made tailgate which detached from a vehicle traveling northbound along Interstate 95, according to Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers responded to the scene around 8:50 p.m. Monday and said nine vehicles hit the piece of debris. READ: Man killed in Pine Hills shooting, deputies sayMinor injuries were reported, and a few vehicles had to be towed, FHP said. Officials said they didn’t know what kind of vehicle lost the tailgate, or if the driver knew it came off. READ: Orange County opening second drive-thru COVID-19 testing site©2021 Cox Media Group
wftv.comMan killed in Pine Hills shooting, deputies say
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a murder after a man was found shot in Pine Hills Monday afternoon. Deputies were called to the 4100 block of Westgate Rd. READ: 2 women shot while sleeping in Holly Hill apartmentThey arrived to find a man suffering from a gunshot wound. The sheriff’s office hasn’t identified the victim or released any information on a possible suspect in the shooting. READ: Victim Service Center increasing services to help survivors in underserved communitiesThis is a developing story.
wftv.comWoman dies after being struck by car in Pine Hills, troopers say
Woman dies after being struck by car in Pine Hills, troopers sayORLANDO, Fla. — A woman has died after she was hit by a car in Pine Hills early Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash happened at around 3:15 p.m. on Pine Hills Road and Indian Hills Road. WATCH: Disney to require all salaried, non-union hourly employees in the U.S. to be fully vaccinatedTroopers said the 34-year-old Orlando woman was either walking or standing in the roadway when she was struck by a 31-year-old Oakland man driving a pickup truck. A 69-year-old Orlando man driving a sedan struck the pickup truck after it became disabled after hitting the pedestrian, according to a report. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.
wftv.com16-year-old shot in Pine Hills, deputies say
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A 16-year-old boy was shot in Pine Hills on Monday morning, Orange County deputies said. Just before 9:30 a.m., deputies said they responded to the 4000 block of Robbins Avenue in reference to a shooting. READ: Woman dies, child in critical condition after shooting at Orange County apartment complexDeputies said they found a 16-year-old boy suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. READ: Florida shooting: 3 dead, 3 hurt after shots fired near Homestead Air BaseDeputies said they do not have any suspect information. READ: 6-year-old boy passes away after getting stuck in parking gate last week, police saySee map of scene below:©2021 Cox Media Group
wftv.com16-year-old boy critical after shooting in Pine Hills
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A 16-year-old boy was seriously injured in a shooting in Pine Hills Friday evening. READ: Deputies: Merritt Island man wanted for killing his fiancée found hiding in creekAccording to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, the victim was standing outside in the 2000 block of San Jose Blvd. just before 7:30 p.m. when two people shot at him from a car. The victim was taken to the hospital and is in critical condition. READ: Murder suspect turns himself in after being wrongfully released in Osceola CountyThe sheriff’s office has not released any additional information on the suspects or a possible motive for the shooting.
wftv.comConstruction underway on affordable apartments for seniors in Orange County
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A new affordable housing neighborhood for seniors is coming to Pine Hills. Hawthorne Park Apartments is a $27 million construction project that will help low-income seniors who need an affordable home in Orange County. AdOfficials explained more than 100,000 people in Orange County spend a third of their income on housing payments, most of them seniors. More affordable housing coming to Pine Hills. Orange County Mayor Demings says the 27 million dollar project will help low-income seniors.
Authorities searching for 71-year-old woman
The Orange County Sheriff's Office is searching for a 71-year-old woman who went missing in the Pine Hills area of Orange County. Authorities said Richardson was last seen around 2 a.m. Sunday. Authorities said Richardson could be disoriented. They said to contact the Orange County Sheriff's Office if you have information about her. Copyright 2019 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.
Orlando man charged in fatal shooting in Pine Hills
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. - The Orange County Sheriff's Office said a man was killed in a shooting Thursday on Belco Drive in Pine Hills. The Sheriff's Office said deputies were called around 8:40 p.m. to Jerico's Drive Thru. Investigators said a 30-year-old man was shot and rushed to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Authorities said 26-year-old Lamar Antwon Williams has been arrested and charged with one count of second degree murder. Copyright 2019 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.
Man killed in Pine Hills apartment shooting, deputies say
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. - Detectives are seeking the public's help after a man was killed when a Pine Hills apartment was shot up earlier this month, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office. She saw Rucker's feet hit the floor and heard the sound of another gunshot and two people running out the apartment, records show. Deputies said the witness knew the two men were dressed in all black but didn't get a good look at them. Detectives found the sliding glass door had been broken and two fresh-looking holes in the wall, according to the report. Deputies posted on social media that a $5,000 reward is being offered for tips for information from the community.