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Cody Weddle is a freelance journalist currently in Bogota, Colombia, but he has covered Venezuela for nearly five years. He has covered Colombia and Venezuela from a variety of angles for print, radio, and TV outlets. He was worked with WPLG-TV, ABC Miami; the Miami Herald; NBC News, the BBC, Al Jazeera English, CBC, WIOD News Radio Miami, SXMCanadaTalks Radio; Catholic News Service; Global Sisters Report; i24News; and Pear Video. His native language is English and he is fully fluent in written and spoken Spanish.
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Family of Stabbing Victim Thanks Good Samaritan Who Intervened and Saved Her Life
Melissa Comstock, a victim of a brutal stabbing by her ex-husband Damion Matthews, remains hospitalized with severe injuries. The attack occurred in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida, and was interrupted by David Spaulding, a bystander who intervened and likely saved Comstock's life. Comstock's family, including her sister Monique Morrison and mother Elizabeth Tolbert, expressed deep gratitude towards Spaulding. Comstock, who was recently engaged, faces a long road to recovery and her family has started a GoFundMe page to cover mounting medical bills.
Judge dismisses Miami businessmen’s second suit against Carollo, city; case not over
Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo celebrated a legal victory as a federal judge dismissed an updated lawsuit filed by Little Havana businessmen Bill Fuller and Martin Pinilla against Carollo and other city officials. The lawsuit, separate from a previous $63.5 million verdict against Carollo, was dismissed by Judge Federico Moreno, who criticized the complaint's tone and presentation. Fuller and Pinilla's attorneys have until April 19 to file an amended complaint. Carollo remains determined to overturn the original verdict.
Judge dismisses second lawsuit by Miami businessmen against Carollo and the city; the case is not over
A federal judge dismissed an updated lawsuit filed by Miami businessmen Bill Fuller and Martin Pinilla against Commissioner Joe Carollo and city officials, following a previous $63.5 million verdict against Carollo for civil rights violations. The judge criticized the complaint's tone and content, giving the plaintiffs until April 19 to amend it. Carollo claimed a temporary victory, while the plaintiffs' attorney stated that modifying complaints is common practice. Carollo plans to appeal the original verdict.
Man with axe arrested after attacking woman following parking lot crash in Davie
A man was arrested in Davie, Florida, after a parking lot collision escalated into a dangerous situation. The incident occurred at Griffin Plaza when one driver attacked another with an axe. The owner of the Fat Stork restaurant intervened, helping the woman being attacked. Witnesses described the owner as a hero. The police classified the incident as a domestic dispute, and the identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed. The quick actions of bystanders prevented serious injuries.
Man wields hatchet, attacks woman after crash in Davie parking lot
A man was arrested in Davie, Florida, after a car crash in a parking lot escalated into a violent attack with a hatchet. The incident occurred at Griffin Plaza, where one driver attacked another with a hatchet. The owner of the Fat Stork restaurant intervened, helping to subdue the attacker with the assistance of bystanders. The woman involved and those who helped her sustained only minor injuries. Davie police have classified the incident as a domestic dispute but have not released the identity of the arrested man.
Mother seeks justice after her 10-year-old son was injured in crossfire: 'It could have been your child'
April Lofton seeks justice after her 10-year-old son, Noah West, was injured in a shooting in Pompano Beach. The incident occurred when Noah was caught in crossfire while returning home from playing at a park. The Broward Sheriff's Office is investigating, and Lofton urges the public to report any information to Broward Crime Stoppers. Noah is recovering in the hospital and was able to provide a detailed description of the shooter.
Boy, 10, injured in Pompano Beach shooting, deputies investigating
A 10-year-old boy was injured in a shooting on Thursday around 6:35 p.m. near the 1700 block of Northwest Fourth Street in Pompano Beach, Florida. Broward County deputies found the boy with non-life-threatening injuries, and Pompano Beach Fire Rescue transported him to a hospital. The Broward Sheriff’s Office Violent Crime Unit is investigating the incident. The public is encouraged to contact Broward Crime Stoppers with any relevant information.
Midnight curfew in Miami Beach will continue through Monday, judge rules
A Miami-Dade County judge has denied a request for an emergency injunction to stop the midnight curfew implemented by the city of Miami Beach, despite business owners' complaints about losing significant business. The curfew, issued due to growing crowds and safety concerns, particularly with St. Patrick's Day celebrations, will remain in effect from Friday through Monday. Miami Beach Police Chief Wayne Jones testified that weapons have been seized in recent days, supporting the decision to maintain the curfew for public safety.
Curfew at midnight in Miami Beach will continue until Monday, judge rules
Miami Beach has implemented a weekend curfew causing concern among business owners, who sought an emergency injunction to halt the city's policies. The judge denied the request, acknowledging the significant business impact but emphasizing public interest. The city manager cited increasing nighttime crowds, especially for St. Patrick's Day, and the police chief reported recent weapon seizures. The curfew, starting Friday, will remain until Monday.
Former school board member Lubby Navarro released from jail after arrest for alleged excessive spending
Lubby Navarro, former vice president of the Miami-Dade School Board, was released from jail after being arrested on charges of grand theft and fraud for allegedly spending over $100,000 on personal expenses using district-issued credit cards. A judge reduced her bail from $2 million to $100,000, allowing her release under house arrest. Navarro's lawyer, Ben Kuehne, expressed confidence in her eventual vindication. Navarro, appointed by Republican Governor Rick Scott, was placed on unpaid leave from her current role at Memorial Healthcare System following her arrest.
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