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I-95 Christmas Day Chase Ends in Crash That Hospitalizes Trooper

FHP reports the pursuit ended with a PIT maneuver in Titusville following reports of swerving on I-95.

Overview

  • The trooper was airlifted after the crash and is awake and talking, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
  • FHP says the chase began in Volusia County when a driver was seen speeding and swerving and continued into Titusville.
  • Investigators say the collision occurred during a PIT maneuver that stopped the fleeing vehicle.
  • Authorities identified the driver as 19-year-old Sundara Garza, who is charged with reckless driving causing serious injuries.
  • The passenger, 21-year-old Yazmin Barber, has an active warrant out of Broward County, and both suspects are in custody without bond.