At least eight people were shot in southeastern Florida on Monday during a massive celebration for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, authorities said. The Hendry County Sheriffs Office has not yet released information on the suspected shooter or the victims conditions. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. Both siblings, a 4-year-old boy and a 5-year-old girl, were rushed to Hendry Regional Hospital. ENGLEWOOD It took a little while to get things going, but Lemon Bay kicked it into gear in the second quarter and the Manta Rays went on to a 55-20 drubbing of Clewiston on Friday night. 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved, Florida-bound cruise ship rescues 24 migrants from boat in distress, Eight injured, one critically, in mass shooting at MLK Day event at Florida park, Mom and son accused of running brothel out of Fla. home. CLEWISTON, Fla. A man is in custody after shooting a woman to death in a Clewiston home Wednesday night in front of two young children and then leading deputies on a chase. The Phoenix Bass Fishing League Gator Division season-opener tournament on Lake Okeechobee, scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 14, has been canceled due to forecasted high winds and unsafe conditions. It will be located northwest of Lake Okeechobee. TOMORROWS WEATHER FORECAST. One video reports to show an injured person on the ground as a group of people tend to them. I really feel bad for the parents that they have to go through this, Hodges said. Its just sad and hurtful. Four people have been shot at the Brown Sugar Festival in Clewiston. After a brief vehicle pursuit and with the assistance of a Taser, the suspect, Juan Vega was taken into custody. We never expected this to happen," adds Zamora. Suggest one. At 2.54pm on Friday, the Clewiston Police Department responded to a call about the incident. At least eight people were shot in southeastern Florida on Monday during a massive celebration for Martin Luther Clewiston Police Department says the preliminary information suggests this is a domestic-related incident as the suspect and the female victim have children together. The 5-year-old was airlifted and transported to a nearby trauma center. Isabelle Humphrey has a four-year-old great-grandchild and she says he cant imagine the familys pain. 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The parents are facing questioning as the community continues to wonder why it happened. 1 weather alerts 1 Florida Lottery. It is unclear how the children were shot or whether or not this was accidental. Weve got to stop killing each other. The St. Lucie Sheriffs Office asked for the communitys assistance in cracking the case, and said anyone who protects or harbors the shooters will be prosecuted. Man found dead in canal bank in Clewiston 100% Center coverage: 2 sources A man was found shot to death Sunday morning on a canal bank outside Clewiston, police said. A 4-year-old has died and a 5-year-old is in critical condition after an accidental shooting at a Subway parking lot in Clewiston, Florida, according to news reports. By Tuesday afternoon, highs will reach the upper 70s. Board members said over 3,000 people were in attendance at the festival. Other dates and locations will be announced as the year goes on. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". One person died and three others were injured Saturday night in a shooting in Hendry County. We couldnt push them along and get them to go home. The 4-year-old child died from his injuries. Update: The Hendry County Sheriffs office posted a call for evidence related to the shooting at the Brown Sugar Festival. WPBF 25 News obtained video from the scene, which shows a large crowd enjoying the event when gunshots ring out. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. Gunfire rang out around 5:20 p.m. during the MLK Car Show and Family Fun Day at Ilous Ellis Park, where more than a thousand people had gathered for the event, the St. Lucie County Sheriffs Office told local ABC-affiliate station WPBF 25 News. 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This chase happened within one week of another high-speed chase in Lee County, which ended on I-75 at Alico Road. I went to McDonalds drive-thru for lunch but left with bags of cash instead, Prince Harry roasted at Critics Choice Awards 2023, Idaho suspect repeatedly slid into victim's DMs weeks before murders, Cardi B reveals why she called off divorce with Offset: I wanted him to stop, Netflixs You People Premiere: see the red carpet looks, Britney Spears teases new tattoo, reminisces about Justin Timberlake relationship, Nick Sirianni's update on the status of Eagles' star QB Jalen Hurts, Dolly Parton Tells The View Shes Heartbroken for Close Friend Priscilla Presley Over Lisa Marie Presleys Death, Wife of 'Boy Meets World' star William Daniels details 'painful' 'open marriage'. Hendry County deputies want the publics help in tracking down a fugitive accused of trafficking more than 48 pounds of fentanyl and 380 pounds of meth throughout Florida. 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I dont understand why people carry and not conceal it when they leave the vehicle if theyre going to leave children in the car, said Hodges. Wednesday will be an average day for Winter. Law enforcement confirmed a hand gun was used. Free solar-powered LED motion-sensor floodlights will be available starting Thursday, December 15. The Boca Raton Christian High School soccer team will have a game with Glades Day High School on January 17, 2023, 13:00:00. And now what was a shooting investigation has turned into a murder investigation.. "We were sitting there at the table eating. We heard gunshots and I opened the door and I see him pointing it. 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The department's Violent Crimes Division is investigating the incident as a homicide. Get in your cars and go home its over with. According to the Hendry County Government, the warming stations are located at the United Way House in LaBelle and the Janet B. Taylor Auditorium in Clewiston. According to the Lee County Sheriffs Office, Sunday nights car chase began in Hendry County and only ended in Lee after the suspects vehicle ran out of gas and he took off running. 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The Hendry County Sheriffs Office is currently investigating a shooting in the Harlem community of Clewiston. He was too late. It does not store any personal data. All rights reserved. NewsBreak provides latest news, comment and analysis on celebrity obituaries and death in Clewiston, FL. Shes a Fort Pierce native who was at the party with her 6-year-old daughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Evereonna Sankey.. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". The unidentified 29-year-old Fort Pierce native was at Business Insider. Investigators believe the shooting was the result of a dispute. In an effort to catch Vega, information regarding his identity, as well as the possible vehicle was shared via radio with the Hendry County Sheriffs Office. Tuesday will be a little more mild for the early morning with lows in the 50s. CLEWISTON, FLORIDA: Florida school principal could be facing criminal charges for spanking a six-year-old with a wooden paddle. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. By Tuesday afternoon, highs will reach the upper 70s. Drugs were Joel Seda's career. CLEWISTON, Fla. A shooting in Clewiston left a 4-year-old dead and a 5 -year-old sibling in critical condition Friday afternoon, according to the Hendry County Sheriff's Temperatures over the next several days will gradually warm up. More info. Deputies responded and began life-saving procedures to Sankey, but she passed away a short time later. A 38-year-old woman died after her vehicle crashed into a canal early Sunday morning in Belle Glade, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office. The Hendry County Sheriffs' department says a fire has shut down power in the area of State Road 80. Over the course of the investigation, local, state and federal agents seized large shipments including fentanyl, meth, heroin, morphine, 45 guns, $150,000 in cash and 15,000 additional fentanyl pills. Follow the link to read our updated Privacy Policy, A multi-vehicle crash has closed both eastbound lanes on SR-80 and Palm Beach Blvd E before Fort Denaud Rd in Hendry County. It affects the whole community.. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. WINK News is pushing for more information after a shooting Friday afternoon in Clewiston killed one child and injured another. Florida News Deputy shot in Clewiston, Hendry County investigators say. We can expect a feels-like temperature of the low 30s near the coast and the 20s near Lake Okeechobee. On Jan. 14 around 2:45 a.m., Palm Beach County Fire Rescue units went to 5000 Canal St N after reports came in of 4 people on a tug boat that was taking on water. 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