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Local News: Double Shooting, Traffic Incidents, and Weekend Events in Pensacola
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Key points
- A double shooting at the Hotel Del Sol has left one dead and another injured.
- A Florida Highway Patrol trooper was injured in a collision on I-10.
- Major road resurfacing on Quintette Road begins Friday, causing potential delays.
PENSACOLA, Fla. NewsWK — In a tragic incident late Wednesday, the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a double shooting that occurred at the Hotel Del Sol on Pensacola Boulevard. One man fled the scene but collapsed nearby and was pronounced dead shortly after. Another victim suffered non-life-threatening gunshot wounds to the legs and was taken to a local hospital. Authorities have yet to release the identities of those involved or the motive behind the shooting as the investigation continues.
In another incident, a Florida Highway Patrol trooper was injured following a collision on Interstate 10. The trooper’s vehicle rear-ended a tractor-trailer, and while the trooper was treated for injuries, details regarding the circumstances of the crash are still under review. Traffic in the area was impacted temporarily as emergency services responded.
Additionally, a man from Century has been arrested on kidnapping charges related to an altercation at Pensacola’s Graffiti Bridge. While specific details are not yet available due to pending court proceedings, authorities are encouraging witnesses to come forward.
The State Fire Marshal is also investigating a significant combine fire that broke out late Wednesday night in Escambia County. Local fire crews extinguished the blaze, which engulfed the agricultural machinery, and no injuries were reported.
Residents of Santa Rosa County should prepare for delays as a major resurfacing project on Quintette Road begins Friday morning. Drivers are advised to exercise caution and consider alternate routes due to expected temporary lane closures.
For those looking to enjoy the weekend, Pensacola offers a variety of events. The Building the Bridge Conference kicks off tonight at the First Pentecostal Church in Brent. On Friday, the Gulf Coast Kid’s House is hosting a networking event at 11:30 a.m., and Bodacious Shops will hold a lunchtime cooking class on making compound butter at noon. The weekend festivities will include a performance by DJ Borgore at Laguna’s Beach Bar + Grill at 8:00 p.m. and a Y2K Midnight Sun Party at Betty’s starting at 9:00 p.m.
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