No other details, including information about the vehicle or suspected shooter, have been released. Colleagues respond to the death of former TV20 News anchor, reporter Dylan Lyons. Staff report 0:00 1:33 A man and woman were shot and killed early Thursday morning in northwest Gainesville, according to a Gainesville Police Department social media post. Follow her on Twitter @lily_kino. It may have gotten him killed. Two people are dead and another two are injured after a shooting on a public transit bus in Florida, police said. There is only free speech. The Gainesville Police Department said Friday that officers arrested two teens in connection with a shooting of five juveniles at an American Legion on Thursday night. GAINESVILLE, Ga. - Gainesville Police have confirmed that two adult, male victims were shot and critically injured at the Village Shoppes at Gainesville Monday night. A Florida man stole candles from a mall store and sprayed dozens of patrons with bear mace repellent before escaping, police said. GPD authorities at the scene performed "extensive life-saving procedures," on the three people, right before they were taken to a hospital for extensive medical care. Contact law enforcement instead. They are working to identify possible additional victims. Another group of people stood behind a car that had been struck by a bullet while parked outside of The Gator Store. Rest in peace Dylan Please pray for his family and the other victims. The shooting happened at a teen party being held at American Legion Post 16 on Northwest 6th Street. GPD doesnt yet know the identity of the suspects. He drew a national YouTube following with his coverage of the lives and deaths of gang members and affiliated rappers from places other reporters were afraid to go. Please help my family and I during this time. At least 67 journalists and media workers were killed during the year, the highest since 2018. He was taken to UF Health Shands Hospital emergency room, where he died of a gunshot wound to the chest, according to officials. The Gainesville Police Department says one man, who called 911 reporting he had been shot, was rushed to the hospital. The suspect, Vester Lee Flanagan II, a former reporter for the TV station, died by suicide during the law enforcement search for him. Parker's father, Andy Parker, has asked Congress for help in his fight to get Google to scrub video of his daughters murder from YouTube. The shots rang out on-air as Parker and Ward were presenting a local tourism story at an outdoor shopping mall. Latest News. When GPD arrived at the scene in the 200 block of Northwest 3rd Avenue,. Ms Worrell said she was prohibited by Florida law from discussing any juvenile charges the man might have faced. One of the teenagers is. Click here to subscribe to our newsletter. A man called the. The suspect accused of killing Augustin returned and allegedly opened fire while Lyons and Walden were in or near a Spectrum News 13 vehicle, killing Lyons and injuring Walden,according to Spectrum News 13. As always, the ADL is here as a resource and we will be monitoring this situation closely, sharing updates on this channel when necessary. When officers arrived, they. Orange County Sheriff John Mina characterised the shootings in Orlando on Wednesday as random acts of violence. One officer checked his pulse. I will never be the same person ever again. . But four days later, they arrested an elected official who had been the subject of German's recent reporting: Clark County Public Administrator Robert Telles. A man who fatally shot a 38-year-old woman on Wednesday morning in Orange County, Fla., returned to the scene later in the day and went on a shooting spree, the authorities said, killing a. The statute prevents tech companies from being held legally responsible for third-party content on their platforms. Moses was arrested Wednesday and formally charged with murder in the first incident. His former coworkers are struggling to understand how a tragic incident could happen to someone just trying to serve the community. A GPD K-9 mauled Terrell Bradley back in July. https://t.co/XzvrCiGXDh, I worked with Dylan during my first news job out of college. 3 are charged with attempted homicide. Too many lives are being ripped apart by gun violence, she said. He worked with Aj Willy, Alex Carter, Nicolette Zangara, and Vanessa Alonso. Dylan Lyons was born and raised in Philadelphia but made Central Florida . On June 13, 1976, Arizona Republic reporter Don Bolles died of injuries received in a car bomb attack on June 2, 1976. Dylan Lyons is also remembered by the people he worked with at TV20 who now work across the country. No suspect information available as investigation continues. publicfile@wcjb.com - (352) 416-0610. A man was severely injured in a downtown Gainesville shooting that left two others dead, the Gainesville Police Department said. Now theyve finally tied the knot, Soccers Orlando Pride ditches players white shorts over period concerns, NASA made history by knocking an asteroid off course. A nearby witness called the police, and Aparico was escorted. The driver called 911. At about 10:26 p.m., Gainesville Police Department officers responded to several 911 calls about gunshots at the American Legion located at 4701 NW Sixth St. About five hours later, 911 calls began coming in from the same scene, the sheriff said. Its mostly black and latino people that are being bitten by police dogs and you know these bites, shared Ryan. Reports say Bolles was lured to the Clarendon House Hotel. Thinking of my @WCJB20 family & all my friends both at TV 20 and @MyNews13 who worked & knew Dylan! Stay with FOX 35 Orlando for more updates. According to AP, court records show that despite the arrest of five suspects in 2018 and 2019, no one has been prosecuted. He died 11 days after the explosion, 5 Capital Gazette staffers died after a gunman entered the building. RIP. He heard people yell that the woman had been shot in the head, he said, and also saw a man lying nearby who appeared to be shot. This individuals only adult offence was a possession of marijuana, 4.6 grams of marijuana, that my office did not charge because when you have a quantity that low, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement does not test the substance, and that means the states attorneys office cannot prove the case, she said. According to the Dallas Morning News report, "Torres' family said the yard he was found in belonged to a vacant home he was considering as an investment property.". He died in prison in 2009. Officers said the woman died of her injuries. Since 2021, white supremacist networks have been designating "days of action" as a tactic to unite white supremacists and draw attention to their cause. The identities of three people have not been released at this time. A survey from the ADL showed that the number of Americans who hold extreme antisemitic prejudices or believe in antisemitic tropes has doubled since 2019. Everyday that these dogs are out on the streets, its an opportunity for them to harm someone, so Id like to see the commission act quickly on this., Leaders from organizations announced they will be asking the Gainesville city commission to abolish the GPD K-9 unit. Chicago journalist "ZackTV":He was killed, but no one was prosecuted. GAINESVILLE, Fla. - A Florida stallion is now recovering from a rare form of colic after a unique surgery at the University of Florida. By Spectrum News Staff Orlando. Sending love to your family and everyone you made smile. Reporter Jeff German confronted the power players of Sin City. Bullets riddled his SUV. Feb 18, 2023. A man shot and killed a woman then returned to the same neighbourhood hours later and shot four more people, killing a journalist covering the original shooting and a nine-year-old girl, police in Florida have said. GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Not only did journalist Dylan Lyons, 24, touch lives in North Central Florida and in Orlando, but he is also remembered by the people he worked with at TV20 who now work across the country. WATCH: News 6 at 7 p.m. News 6 is Getting Results. Globally, 40 journalists were reported killed last year, plus another two this year before Wednesday's shooting, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists. As of Friday afternoon, no specific targets or locations have been named online. The ADL has announced that Saturday should be a #ShabbatOfPeaceNotHate to let bigots know their efforts at intimidation won't work. Chris Hackbardt, a 21-year-old UF aerospace engineering senior, witnessed the incident and said hes confident it was a drive-by shooting. The Gators shot just 30% from the field in the game. Southwest Gainesville shooting kills 1. Tragic Shooting of Florida TV Journalist While Reporting on Murder Scene Highlights Need for Journalist Safety - NewZindagi In just the last two months in Florida, anti-Jewish flyers have been found distributed in Daytona Beach, West Palm, Lakeland, Vero Beach, on the University of Florida campus, and antisemitic banners have been displayed over highway overpasses. According to a press release from the Gainesville Police Department sent. The 57-year-old freelance journalist, whose byline was Jay Torres, was found with a gunshot wound to the chest. RELATED: Former TV20 News anchor, reporter Dylan Lyons shot while covering homicide in Orlando. Dylan Lyons' Central Florida ties: The UCF grad recently worked for WCJB TV20, an ABC affiliate in Gainesville, What we know: Journalist and 9-year-old girl among 3 killed, 2 injured in Orlando shootings. He was convicted, but it was overturned. Investigators said that the incident happened around 10 p.m. when an SUV drove by the 8th. Last semester, she served as the Santa Fe reporter. Rising hate crimes:Over 7,000 hate crimes were reported to the FBI in 2021. Copyright 2023 WCJB. Follow @ADL_Tracker for more. Orange County shootings: 3 dead, including News 13 journalist, a 38-year-old woman and a 9-year-old girl, Dylan Lyons graduated from a West Palm Beach high school, was remembered as a "bright shining star". According to Gainesville police, someone in a vehicle traveling south on NE 17th Street fired multiple shots into a crowd outside the store. If you need help with the Public File, call 407-291-6000. Anyone who has more information on the incident or people involved, is asked to contact Detective Russano at 352-393-7719 or email at RussanoDB@cityofgainesville.org. The Gainesville Police Department received a call at 1 a.m. about a shooting at 500 SW Second Ave., across from The Gator Store, GPD Lt. Steven Bradford said. TRENDING STORY: Governor DeSantis discusses his new book and his blueprint for Florida in The Villages. A man was severely injured in a downtown Gainesville shooting that left two others dead, the Gainesville Police Department said. 2015 story from Savannah Morning News: The tweets during and after the on-air ambush are chilling. At least 41 of the journalists were killed in direct connection to their work. An Alachua County grand jury indicted five Gainesville men on first-degree murder charges on Thursday stemming from two separate cases. I'm now struggling to find words to describe my feelings. Police say Parker was the ex-boyfriend of one of the victims. The conditions of the other four victims has not been released. Chief Scott said he is aware of the contentious issue, but he plans to move forward with the K-9 unit to protect officers and citizens. RELATED: Former TV20 News anchor, reporter Dylan Lyons shot while covering homicide in Orlando. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. . Antisemitic activity rises in Daytona, Ormond. Decades later, the final words of murdered reporter Don Bolles still a mystery. Last October, an electronic antisemitic message appeared at TIAA Bank Field at the end of theGeorgia-Florida game. Contact Lily Kino at lkino@alligator.org. Several extremist groups have said they are participating in the event, including the Goyim Defense League, whose leader, Jon Eugene Minadeo II, recently moved to Florida from California, according to the ADL. Still others believe he was done in by a combination of the two.". pic.twitter.com/3dHrNcdIKK. All rights reserved. Dylan Lyons' Central Florida ties:The UCF grad recently worked for WCJB TV20, an ABC affiliate in Gainesville What we know: Journalist and 9-year-old girl among 3 killed, 2 injured in Orlando . An officer also found Stoner's .40-caliber pistol at his feet. To remain anonymous, people also can contact Alachua County Crime Stoppers at 372-7867 or www.stopcrime.tv. 1:12. Aidan Bush is a second-year journalism major and the city and county commission reporter for the Alligator. Court docs show the case may have been solved, Capital Gazette shooting: Rob Hiaasen, John McNamara, Gerald Fischman, Wendi Winters and Rebecca Smith, Capital Gazette staff members were killed in a shooting, Arizona Republic reporter Don Bolles died, Decades later, the final words of murdered reporter Don Bolles still a mystery, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy, 2022 was a deadly year for members of the press. Charged with murder and attempted murder Thursday were Jasmine Webb, 32; Doug Heath, 36, of Ocala; and Martesha Johnson, 30, of Citra. Gainesville police chief Lonnie Scott said having the K-9 unit is a necessary tool for their department. Gainesville High girls' basketball picks up home win against The Rock Though Thursday night's matchup between The Rock and Gainesville was the first meeting of the season for the pair, there was a lot of familiarity for Gainesville . https://t.co/96m9tApDMk pic.twitter.com/t5uiztXWhz, Went to bed hoping this was somehow untrue. From WOGX-TV FOX 51 News in Gainesville, your weather authority. Earlier in the news conference, Mr Mina said that Moses had faced at least two gun-related charges as a juvenile including possession of a firearm by a minor and robbery with a deadly weapon. He shot and killed five employees: editor Rob Hiaasen (brother of bestselling author Carl Hiaasen), Bowie Blade-News reporter John McNamara, Gerald Fischman, Wendi Winters and Rebecca Smith. Gainesville, FL 32653 (352) 377-2020; Public Inspection File. The shooting was reported around 10 p.m. at the Eighth Avenue Food Store at 1634 NE 8th Avenue. Bailey had a long journalism career in print, radio and broadcast. As more information on the shooting came in Thursday morning, authorities identified the victims as T'yonna Major, 9, journalist Dylan Lyons, 24, and Nathacha Augustin, 38, according to a tweet. Five people were struck by bullets, and one victim. https://t.co/7LB80ysVuQ The love of my life was murdered. What about the survivors. A man accused of killing his daughter, her mother and two other people inside a Brevard County home was arrested Wednesday, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey. Ward fell, too, and the camera he had been holding on his shoulder captured a fleeting image of the suspect holding a handgun. Theyre not just little nips, theyre serious bites. German, who covered politics and corruption for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, was stabbed multiple times. Downtown shooting: GPD arrest 4 involved in Sunday's downtown shooting. A TV reporter and cameraman were killed on-air, it gripped millions in social media storm, recorded himself carrying out the killings and posted, Parker's father, Andy Parker, has asked Congress for, Zachary Stoner was fatally shot in Chicago, He was killed, but no one was prosecuted. Just days ago, the unit returned to regular shifts, but these protesters said there was no community input. A TV reporter and cameraman were killed on-air, it gripped millions in social media storm. He worked with Aj Willy, Alex Carter, Nicolette Zangara, and Vanessa Alonso. We recommend that community members not interfere with protests, Goldenberg said. All travel on Interstate 75, northbound and southbound lanes, north of Gainesville in Alachua County was stopped at the 406 mile marker following the shooting incident, according to an email. My heart breaks for all of the victims who were lost to this senseless violence. https://t.co/gp5ZFlPZo8. reports of neo-Nazi groups organizing a national "Day of Hate", highest number of incidents against Jewish people ever recorded by the Anti-Defamation League. Gainesville, FL 32653 (352) 377-2020; Public Inspection File. In 2015, as TV reporter Alison Parker and cameraman Adam Ward filmed a live interview at an outdoor mall, a former colleague shot the pair and the event unfolded live on Twitter, gripping millions in a social media storm. WPLG. GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - A Gainesville man is behind bars after causing a disturbance at StadiumHouse apartments early Sunday morning. According to a 40th anniversary story about Bolles' murder on azcentral.com, "prosecutors say he was killed because of his stories attacking businessman Kemper Marley. In 1976, Arizona Republic reporter Don Bolles died from injuries sustained from a car bomb. Orange County Sheriff's Office/LOCAL NEWS X /TMX. One ripped through his shoulder; one struck behind his ear, lodging in his brain. Here's a summary from the AP story: On June 28, 2018, five Capital Gazette staff members were killed in a shooting in the Annapolis, Maryland, newsroom. Two people were taken by ambulances, he said. His sweet and goofy demeanor would light up the @WCJB20 everyday. He was still alive. According to the AP: the lawsuit had claimed the newspaper companies certainly should have known that Ramos was a threat to journalists at the Capital Capital due to litigation between him and the company, as well as a series of communications and tweets dating back to 2011 in which he threatened employees. According to a news release published Sunday afternoon by the Gainesville Police Department, several officers . One man was killed Sunday in an early morning shooting in downtown Gainesville. A Gainesville man died from gunshot wounds early Sunday morning after attending a party near Copeland Park in the city of Alachua. https://t.co/jBsfInHTQH. Three people were found hurt after a shooting incident in a reported home invasion in Gainesville, Florida. Aug. 26, 2011, story from the Mercury News: Life terms for two men who murdered Chauncey Bailey. GPD releases video of a man spotted in the area of a deadly shooting at a Gainesville home. GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Gainesville Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting on Thursday night in the northeast part of the city. He left a mark on the weather forecasters who joined him on the 4 and 10 p.m. newscasts. Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call 352-393-7710. Oldest Holocaust memorial in US gets federal protection amid rise of antisemitism, What we know about 2 of the leaders in recent antisemitic activities in Jacksonville, The parallel paths of 4 angry men who terrorized America, Antisemitism remains 'pervasive,' vows to protect Jewish communities. Webb was taken into custody in Levy County. The National Day of Hate is rumored to be an event planned by neo-Nazi, antisemitic groups to harass and intimidate Jewish communities. He served 20 years in prison. Detectives did not immediately have a motive for any of the shootings. Terrell lost an eye.. Gainesville, FL 32653 (352) 377-2020; Public . GPD extends its sympathies and prayers to the individuals and families involved in this tragic incident. More:Oldest Holocaust memorial in US gets federal protection amid rise of antisemitism. Posting id: 822996728. A window was also shattered on the first floor of The Continuum Apartments, a UF graduate apartment complex less than 100 feet from The Gator Store. GPD responded to a 911 call around 1:43 a.m. Thursday, in which a man reported he was shot at 200 NW 3rd Ave, which is located two blocks north of University Ave. Officers arrived four minutes later and found the man with multiple gunshot wounds before taking him to a hospital where he remains in critical condition. The list, unfortunately, is long. Dylan became fast friends with Alexus Cruz and Brianda Villegas when he joined the station in 2019. Spectrum News 13 identified the dead reporter as Dylan Lyons. Both men are still in the care of UF Health Shands, guarded by police. We carry firearms. State University students react to FSU's campus shooting, reaching . October 5, 2010 / 11:06 AM / CBS News. https://t.co/3jjRsHZAjp, I just cant believe it! Dylan Lyons was the Central Florida TV journalist who died, 3 dead, including News 13 journalist, a 38-year-old woman and a 9-year-old girl, a West Palm Beach high school, was remembered as a "bright shining star", The UCF grad recently worked for WCJB TV20, an ABC affiliate in Gainesville, Journalist and 9-year-old girl among 3 killed, 2 injured in Orlando shootings, German, who covered politics and corruption. Please consider giving today. The book was later turned into a movie. I want to acknowledge the brave WFTV news crew who was there and witnessed the shooting and rendered aid to the victims until our deputies arrived, Mr Mina said. 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Police reported that Torres had been laying in the 4200 block of Mayflower Drive for several days, according to a story by the Dallas Morning News. After a deputy shot a man, the man's family sued but the deputy got an award . President Joe Biden condemned the rise in antisemitism around the world during a menorah lighting at the White House. Orange County Sheriff John Mina provides an update on the Hialeah Street shootings in Pine Hills, Florida that left three people dead and two injured. The quake in Turkey and Syria left at least 50,000 dead. The tweets during and after the on-air ambush are chilling. His bio online states he worked as a reporter for KNTV television in San Jose in the early '70s, the Sun Reporter newspaper in San Francisco, the Hartford (Conn.) Courant, United Press International in Chicago, the California Voice in Oakland, as a reporter and columnist for the Detroit News, public affairs director and newscaster at KDIA radio, a reporter covering East Oakland and African-American community affairs for the Oakland Tribune, news director at KSBT Soul Beat Television, and then serving as the Oakland Post editor. Police believe there. . After hearing a series of gunshots, Hackbardt said he heard a car speed off. He contributed to La Estrella, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram's Spanish-language publication. He also co-hosted a podcast called "Mobbed Up: The Fight for Las Vegas," and in 2001 published the true-crime book "Murder in Sin City: The Death of a Las Vegas Casino Boss." WALTERBORO, S.C. 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