Category: Crash

Jul 20

Woman Ejected from SUV and Charged with DWI After Serious Crash

Incident Overview and Charges

On Thursday evening, Irina Vladimirinova Biddle, 50, was ejected from her BMW SUV following a dramatic accident on Goldmine Road. The crash, which occurred around 7:46 p.m., resulted in Biddle being charged with driving while impaired (DWI), failing to maintain lane control, and not wearing a seatbelt. Eyewitnesses reported that Biddle was erratically swerving before her SUV veered off the road and overturned.

Emergency Response and Outcome

First responders faced a challenging scene, with Biddle being thrown through the SUV’s sunroof and suffering serious injuries. Emergency medical services prepared to airlift her to a trauma center for immediate care. Additionally, Biddle admitted to having been drinking, complicating her legal situation, while her dog, also in the vehicle, was safely taken into the care of Burke County Animal Control.

Jul 20

Driver Ejected and Charged After SUV Crash in Burke County

Accident Details and Charges

On Thursday evening, a serious accident occurred on Goldmine Road in Burke County, leading to the ejection of Irina Vladimirinova Biddle, 50, from her BMW SUV. Biddle, who was charged with driving while impaired (DWI), failure to maintain lane control, and not wearing a seatbelt, was seen by witnesses swerving before veering off the road and rolling her vehicle. The incident, which happened around 7:46 p.m., has resulted in significant injuries for Biddle, who was ejected through the sunroof.

Response and Ongoing Investigation

Emergency responders arrived at the scene and worked quickly to manage the aftermath, including addressing the presence of Biddle’s dog in the vehicle. The dog was safely taken into custody by Burke County Animal Control, while Biddle’s injuries were severe enough to warrant an airlift to a trauma center. During questioning, Biddle admitted to drinking before the crash, which has compounded the legal ramifications of her actions.

Jul 20

Dashcam video shows stolen vehicle crashing on East Beltline, raising concerns over rising car thefts in Kent County

KENT COUNTY, Mich. — Dashcam video from the Kent County Sheriff’s Office shows a stolen SUV crashing into another vehicle on East Beltline and Burton. Five people can be seen running from the scene. Police arrested three teenagers, and two are still at large.

A loaded handgun was found on one of the teens arrested.

The driver of the other vehicle, a 25-year-old man from Grand Rapids, is expected to be released from the hospital.

The sheriff’s office has confirmed that the SUV was stolen from a neighborhood off of Village Springs DR SE in Ada around 6:30 Thursday morning, after the owner had left the keys inside the vehicle.

According to police, car thefts are becoming more common not just in Grand Rapids, but in Kent County as well.

As of June this year 615 vehicle thefts have taken place in Grand Rapids alone, almost 100 more than this time last year. 187 thefts have occurred in the rest of Kent County this year.
In Kent County last year 358 vehicle thefts took place, compared to just 139 back in 2019.
Sergeant Eric Brunner from the Kent County Sheriff’s Office says when a vehicle is stolen, they are concerned for what can follow.

“That vehicle was spotted near the parking lot of a planet fitness and the East beltline and 28th Street area, which is a concern because as we’ve seen over time, the stolen vehicles are often used in shootings, larceny from vehicles in fitness center parking lots, and sometimes those people those suspects can be armed.”

Kias and Hyundais have been the most vulnerable to theft, with GRPD saying there have been 363 Kia and Hyundai thefts and attempted thefts this year, with 765 taking place in 2022. Kent County Sheriff’s Office says are continuing to curb these thefts and bring resolution to the many victims of these crimes.

Car theft is a crime of opportunity, and be best prevented by locking your doors, taking keys and valuables inside, and also using a steering wheel lock for drivers of Kias and Hyundais.

Dashcam video shows a stolen SUV crashing into another vehicle, and five young people running away from the scene.

Jul 20

Minnesota Deputy Released from Hospital After SUV Collision at Music Festival

Deputy’s Road to Recovery

Deputy Brady Pundsack from Morrison County, Minnesota, has been discharged from the hospital following a serious incident at a local music festival. After being struck by an SUV while managing traffic at the Pierz Freedom Fest, Deputy Pundsack was taken to St. Cloud Hospital for treatment. His release on Wednesday was marked by a heartfelt escort from fellow officers, reflecting the strong support from the community and emergency services.

Community Support and Recovery

The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office has expressed deep gratitude for the outpouring of support from both the public and colleagues. They remain hopeful for Deputy Pundsack’s full recovery as he continues his rehabilitation at home. In addition to his role in law enforcement, Deputy Pundsack is also an active member of the Flensburg City Council, where he is highly regarded for his exceptional character and dedication.

Jul 20

Good Samaritan’s vehicle stolen after stopping to help driver in crash

A good Samaritan’s vehicle was stolen after stopping to help the driver involved in a wreck on Madison’s south side, according to the Madison Police Department.

MPD investigators believe a passenger in the rental truck that crashed into a parked car took off in the stolen vehicle.

The good Samaritan was one of several who stopped to help after seeing a box rental truck crash into a parked car, MPD says.

The crash happened around 7:25 p.m. on Waunona Woods Ct.

Responders revived the truck driver with Narcan. He was arrested for second-offense OWI, and possession of cocaine and fentanyl.

MPD continued to say the stolen vehicle has not been found.

Jul 20

Thief Nabbed By South Hackensack Officer After Crashing Stolen SUV Outside Bergen Courthouse

Officer Damian Colon was on patrol when he spotted a 2016 Honda SUV reported stolen out of Newark heading down Green Street at 1:15 a.m. Thursday, July 20, Detective Sean Bannon said.

Colon tried to pull the driver over, the detective said. but he hit the gas instead.

A short time later, the SUV careened across the sidewalk and crashed into a handicapped parking sign at 1 Bergen Plaza, Bannon said.

The driver — Angel Quinones of Newark — got out and tried to run, but Colon quickly chased him down in front of the courthouse, the detective said.

Hackensack police and Bergen County sheriff’s officers assisted, Bannon said, thanking them on behalf of his department.

Besides the stolen car, Quinones had a wallet, credit cards and a retired law enforcement card taken from another vehicle.

He was first sent to Hackensack University Medical Center for an evaluation of possible injuries from the crash.

Then he was booked into the Bergen County Jail to await a first appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack on charges of receiving stolen property, resisting arrest, eluding and possession of paraphernalia and a small amount of crack.

Jul 20

Madison police arrest man who crashes into parked car, good Samaritan’s vehicle stolen

A 31-year-old man was arrested after he crashed a rental box truck into a parked car while under the influence, according to the Madison Police Department.

Spokesperson Stephanie Fryer said officers were dispatched to Waunona Woods Court around 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday.

She said strangers stopped to help after seeing the crash, and while helping the driver, a passenger in the truck is believed to have stolen the good Samaritan’s vehicle.

First responders revived the driver with Narcan.

Fryer said Roy L. Wade Jr. was arrested for second offense OWI, possession of cocaine and possession of fentanyl.

The stolen vehicle hasn’t been found.

Jul 20

At least 5 people hit by car at MedStar Georgetown Hospital in DC

Police said a woman from Maryland died and five other people were hurt Thursday after an SUV hit them in a parking garage at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Northwest.

Late Thursday night, the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) identified the woman who died as Jewel Regina Bazilio-Bellegard, 68, of Silver Spring, Md.

DC Fire and EMS first tweeted about the incident in the 3800 block of Reservoir Rd. NW. at 1:10 p.m. Initially, it appeared five people were hurt and being treated in the hospital’s emergency department. DC Fire and EMS later said the number of people injured was six.

MPD said shortly before 12:45 p.m., a woman driving an SUV tried to make a three-point turn in the parking garage. The SUV accelerated towards a wall. The driver tried to avoid hitting the wall, and drove towards a valet station where people were waiting for their cars.

Police said the SUV hit the garage wall then five women, including Bazilio-Bellegard, and a man.

An off-duty Metropolitan Police Department officer, who works as a school resource officer and was in the area, provided help to those who were injured.

Late in the afternoon Thursday, Marianne Worley, Vice President of Public Relations & Communications for MedStar Health, said hospital staff members treated the six people hit by the SUV, acknowledging there was one death among them.

Worley added that two people were treated and released, while three patients still were being evaluated. Of those remaining in the hospital, she said none appeared to have life-threatening injuries.

Although hospital staff checked out the driver of the car involved, the driver was not hurt.

Jul 20

Two injured as tractor-trailer and SUV collide in Warsaw

WARSAW — Two people were taken to area hospitals Thursday morning after a tractor-trailer and sport utility vehicle collided.

The accident happened about 8:45 a.m. at Liberty and Buck Roads.

The SUV sustained significant damage while the tractor-trailer — which was hauling gravel — went off the highway and into an adjacent farm field.

The tractor-trailer tipped over in the process.

Chief Deanna Wilcox of the Warsaw Fire Department said at least 250 gallons of diesel fuel were spilled.

“We contained that when we got on-scene with what we had for HAZMAT supplies,” she said.

The tractor-trailer driver was taken by Mercy Flight Central to Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, she said. The SUV driver was taken by Warsaw Rescue Squad to Erie County Medical Center.

The tractor-trailer was on its way to Wyco Construction at the time. Crews from the latter, along with the nearby Hubert Wick Dairy Farm were working to clean up the gravel.

The identities of the drivers and other details were not immediately available. Their injuries weren’t immediately believed to be life-threatening.

None of the spilled fuel entered any area waterways, Wilcox said.

State police, Wyoming County sheriff’s deputies, Warsaw village police and Medic 80 also responded to the scene, along Wyoming County Emergency Services, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and Eddy’s Collision.

Elma ambulance personnel also assisted with the transport to ECMC.

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Jul 20

3 injured after SUV crashes into Alburtis home

Three people were injured when an SUV crashed into a home in Alburtis Wednesday afternoon.

Mayor Kathleen Palmer said a woman was driving an SUV north on Franklin Street onto Main Street when her vehicle crashed into the home at 128 S. Main St. about 3:30 p.m.

The driver, along with a woman and child in the home, were injured and taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. No one else was in the vehicle at the time.

“They will all be OK,” Palmer said Thursday morning.

The Red Cross has been contacted to assist those displaced in the crash.

The mayor said neighbors “sprang into action,” the instant the vehicle struck the home. They checked to see if they needed to get people out, and to see if there were any gas leaks.

“They ran in there to get people out,” Palmer said.

Fire crews arrived shortly after.

“Our fire department was on scene so quickly, it was amazing,” the mayor said.

Main Street between Front Street and West Second Street will remain closed while police continue to investigate and borough officials assess the home’s stability.

Palmer said engineers will be meeting Thursday morning to asses if the building needs to be demolished or not.

A vehicle crashed into a house Wednesday, July 19, 2023, coming to a stop in the living room at 128 S. Main St. in Alburtis. One person was in the house, but was rescued quickly.