Suspect in deadly hit-and-run crash expected in court
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Suspect in deadly hit-and-run crash expected in court

A deadly hit-and-run crash shut down the southbound lanes of Interstate 95 in Palm Bay on Friday morning. Officials said two surveyors were killed in the crash. Troopers have now located and arrested the semi-truck driver who they said fled the scene of the crash. Hassan Abdirahman Sheikh Ali, 36, is facing two counts of hit-and-run involving death. He is expected in court this morning.

Council budgeting for fence after FOX 35 investigates
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Council budgeting for fence after FOX 35 investigates

Earlier this week, FOX 35 reported on parents' safety concerns in Palm Bay over a newly renovated all-inclusive playground near an unfenced body of water. Families of children with autism said they feared the risk of drowning and are calling for a protective fence. Now, city leaders say they are getting involved to fix the issue.

City takes action after FOX 35 investigates school zone tickets
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City takes action after FOX 35 investigates school zone tickets

Multiple city leaders are expressing frustration with the company RedSpeed USA after a ticket mix-up sent hundreds of incorrect speeding tickets out to Palm Bay Drivers. At Thursday’s city council meeting, the police chief, city attorney, city manager and councilmembers voiced concerns with the program. Multiple officials are now reaching out to the company because problems are affecting trust in law enforcement. The city says they have a contract with the company and want to make sure it’s being followed without persistent issues.

Teacher accused of partying with teen going to trial
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Teacher accused of partying with teen going to trial

The teacher from Cocoa Beach that's accused of being at a party with underage drinking is going to take her case to trial. Karly Anderson has officially rejected the state's plea deal, which means the case will proceed. Jury selection is set to begin on Monday morning.

Semi-truck driver tracked down after deadly hit-and-run crash
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Semi-truck driver tracked down after deadly hit-and-run crash

Troopers say they have now located and arrested the semi-truck driver who fled the scene of a Friday morning crash in Palm Bay that killed two surveyors. Officials said the hit-and-run crash took place around 9:50 a.m. on I-95 southbound at Mile Marker 172 in Brevard County. Authorities have not released the names of the driver and said the crash currently remains a very active criminal investigation.

Brevard County deputy shoots, kills knife-wielding man: officials
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Brevard County deputy shoots, kills knife-wielding man: officials

A man was shot and killed after approaching a Brevard County deputy with a knife during an early morning disturbance, authorities said. The deputy involved in the shooting will be placed on paid leave as the incident is being investigated, which is standard protocol in officer-involved shootings.

Parents concerned over lack of barriers at Palm Bay park
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Parents concerned over lack of barriers at Palm Bay park

The City of Palm Bay just completed a $500,000 renovation of its playground to make it inclusive for children with disabilities. However, some parents are raising a red flag, saying parts of the park are unsafe. Abby MacDonald, a mother of two children who are non-verbal and have autism, joins FOX 35 to talk about her concerns as a parent in the area.