Posted on 02 December 2020 by JLusk
Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) homicide detectives arrested a man wanted in connection to a Thanksgiving holiday murder.
At approximately 9:15 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 26, Broward Regional Communications received a call regarding a female found unresponsive near the 5300 block of NE 20 Terrace in Pompano Beach. BSO deputies responded and located the victim, Nadir Verissimo, inside the home unconscious and not breathing. Verissimo was pronounced deceased on scene at 9:26 a.m.
Crime scene and homicide detectives were notified and responded to investigate. The Medical Examiner office was also contacted.
Preliminary investigation revealed Verissimo’s roommate, the second victim involved, saw her alive inside the residence around 11 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 25. The roommate left the home and returned after 1 a.m. to discover the known suspect, Roberto De Lira, inside the residence. De Lira had somehow broken into the home and then battered, choked and held the second victim hostage before leaving after 2 a.m. Later that morning, the second victim woke up and found Verissimo’s lifeless body in the home and contacted authorities.
At 8:11 p.m. Thanksgiving night, detectives located De Lira at 1913 NE 4 St. in Deerfield Beach. He was arrested without incident for charges related to attempted murder, burglary with battery (domestic) and false imprisonment. On Monday, Nov. 30, the Medical Examiner concluded the death investigation into Verissimo death. Based on their findings, De Lira now faces an added charge of felony first degree murder.
Posted on 30 November 2020 by JLusk
Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) traffic homicide detectives are investigating a hit-and-run that occurred in Hillsboro Beach Sunday morning.
According to detectives, at approximately 4:52 a.m. on Nov. 29, an adult male was riding his bicycle northbound along the paved shoulder within the 1100 block of Hillsboro Mile in Hillsboro Beach. At the same time, Shannon Young was also traveling northbound in a white 2015 Mazda 6 when he struck the rear of the male’s bike. The impact forced the bicyclist off the bike and onto the roadway. Young then fled the scene northbound.
Hillsboro Beach Police Department and Broward Sheriff Fire Recue responded to the scene, and the bicyclist was transported to Broward Health Medical Center with life threatening injuries.
Following the incident, Hillsboro P.D. issued a BOLO (Be On the Lookout) for the vehicle. BSO Deerfield Beach deputies were able to locate and stop the vehicle without incident. Once stopped, Young cooperated with the investigation.
Excessive speed does not appear to be a contributing factor in this crash.
Posted on 25 November 2020 by JLusk
A lot of people like to fry their turkey for Thanksgiving. This may not be sucha smart option. It can be quite dangerous.
According to the Broward Sheriff’s Office, “consumer grade turkey fryers use a substantial quantity of cooking oil at high temperatures and pose a significant danger. Additionally, the oil remains hot for hours after the unit is turned off. The use of turkey fryers by consumers can lead to devastating burns, other injuries and the destruction of property. The NFPA suggests that those who prefer deep fried turkey purchase it cooked from a grocer, food retailer or restaurant that prepares them using professional grade equipment.”
They add: “Thanksgiving is the top day for cooking fires to happen. According to a recent report published by the U. S. Fire Administration, an estimated 2,000 Thanksgiving Day fires in residential buildings occur annually in the U. S. By far, the leading cause of Thanksgiving Day fires in residential buildings is cooking. These fires occur most frequently between noon and 4 p.m.”
Be careful and have a great and safe Thanksgiving!
Posted on 25 November 2020 by JLusk
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Commissioner Ben Preston invites all District 2 residents to a District Meeting Thursday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. at the Leo Robb Gymnasium at 445 SW 2 St. in Deerfield Beach.
To ensure compliance with CDC recommendations, attendees will be required to adhere to a temperature check, wear facial coverings, and maintain social distancing.
This meeting will include updates from the following departments: BSO Law Enforcement, Planning & Development, Code Compliance, Legislative & Community Affairs, Parks & Recreation, Economic Development, and Environmental Services. Additionally, multiple City of Deerfield Beach elected officials may be in attendance.
For more information, call the City Manager’s Office at 954-480-4263.
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Posted on 25 November 2020 by JLusk
After months of planning, training and testing, ShotSpotter® is officially live in the Broward Sheriff’s Office’s Central Broward district.
ShotSpotter is a gunshot surveillance system that uses sensor-based technology to detect and locate outdoor gunfire in real-time. Once the system is alerted to gunfire, ShotSpotter employees vet the information and share the details with law enforcement. The information is often shared within seconds.
Nationally, ShotSpotter estimates that roughly 80 percent of gunfire incidents are not reported to law enforcement. ShotSpotter will allow deputies to respond more quickly to gunfire while also providing critical, real-time intelligence about specific incidents, increasing deputies’ awareness and preparation. The technology will also enhance deputies’ ability to make arrests, provide life-saving treatment to victims and gather evidence.
Another major benefit is building community trust. Residents of communities plagued by gunfire will be able to see and speak to deputies who arrive quickly to handle these dangerous calls.
BSO deputies recently conducted training to calibrate the ShotSpotter system in its Central Broward district, and the system went live on Wednesday evening.
A three-year ShotSpotter program in unincorporated Central Broward, an area with a high volume of calls for service related to gunfire, will cost $205,000. BSO participated in a ShotSpotter pilot program in 2009-2010 but declined to pursue the program further. Since then, ShotSpotter technology has grown and advanced, cutting down on false positive reports of gunfire. ShotSpotter guarantees a 90 percent accuracy rate regarding actual gunfire and location.
Posted on 25 November 2020 by JLusk
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Thanksgiving is always the time we end up eating way too much and looking for an outlet to burn it off. Well, the City of Deerfield Beach is aiding with that endeavor in a fun and safe way, with their ABC Workout Challenge. It is virtual. You have until Tuesday, Dec. 1 to complete it. To find out the details, you have to register by signing a waiver, which is free. Then, as you participate, take a photo or video and email it in. A winner is chosen in each category too!
Details:
One winner per age category will be chosen at random. Winner will be contacted via the email they utilized to provide their photo and waiver. If they don’t respond within in 2 days a new winner will be chosen and reached out to via email.
Categories & Age Range
Senior Citizen: 60+
Adult: 18+
Child: 5 -17 years old
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Posted on 25 November 2020 by JLusk
Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) traffic homicide detectives arrested Jacquelyn St. John on Friday, Nov. 20 for her involvement in a hit-and-run that left a female pedestrian dead this past September.
At approximately 9:12 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, Broward Regional Communications received a hit-and-run call near the 900 block of North Dixie Highway in Pompano Beach. BSO deputies and Pompano Beach Fire Rescue personnel responded and located pedestrian, Kenyanna Bell, suffering from life-threatening injuries. Bell was transported to Broward Health North where she remained and later died on Wednesday, Sept. 23, due to her injuries.
Preliminary investigation revealed that an unidentified vehicle was traveling northbound on North Dixie Highway when it struck Bell. After the crash, a white sedan believed to have been involved in the crash was observed pulling into the parking lot of a local business. The driver of the vehicle, described as a white female, was seen exiting the sedan then re-entering the car before leaving the scene.
Through investigative means, detectives were able to identify and locate St. John and the suspect vehicle involved, a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. St. John faces charges related to failing to stop/remain on the scene of a fatal accident, tampering with or fabricating evidence, operating a motor vehicle without a license and probation violation.
Posted on 24 November 2020 by JLusk
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Effective Monday, Nov. 30, the City of Deerfield Beach/Department of Active Aging’s CDBG transportation services add stops on Mondays and Fridays. Operating hours 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday.
· CDBG transportation services are for Deerfield Beach residents, 62 years old and older.
· An additional stop at the Deerfield Mall (Powerline Rd. & W. Hillsboro Blvd.) has been added along with Festival Flea Market on Mondays.
· An additional stop at the Bazaar International Supermarket (202 W. Hillsboro Blvd.) has been added along with the International Fishing Pier & Beach on Fridays.
· CDBG transportation services are provided hourly to and from the Center for Active Aging, the Palms, B’nai B’rith, Praxis, and Highland Gardens to the Festival Flea Market & Deerfield Mall on Mondays, Wal-Mart on Tuesdays, Winn Dixie and Aldi on Wednesdays, Save a Lot and Dollar General on Thursdays, and Deerfield Beach and Pier & Bazaar International Supermarket on Fridays.
They follow CDC guidelines, adhering to sanitation/disinfection procedures, capacity limitations, maintaining social distancing, and requiring the wearing of masks/facial coverings on the buses.
For additional information, call Luis Marmol, Transportation Manager at 954-480-4442 or email lmarmol@dfb.city
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Posted on 24 November 2020 by JLusk
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The Deerfield Beach City Commission meeting will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. in the City Commission Chambers, located at the City Hall Complex, 150 NE 2 Ave. in Deerfield Beach.
Guess what… You can also watch the meeting from home. The agenda includes instructions on how to access by telephone, YouTube and Zoom.
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT AND FLORIDA STATUTE 286.26, PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES NEEDING SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROCEEDING SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY CLERK NO LATER THAN THREE DAYS PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT (954) 480-4213 FOR ASSISTANCE.
If you have questions, call the City Clerk’s Office at 954-480-4213. For additional information on the agenda items for the Commission meeting, visit www.dfb.city .
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Posted on 24 November 2020 by JLusk
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Got a question for your local commissioner? If you live in District 4, you are in luck because your commissioner, Todd Drosky, has office hours coming up on Saturday, Dec. 5. You will be able to speak with him via phone on an appointment basis between the hours of 10 a.m. and noon.
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