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21-130 UPDATE - Pedestrian has died as a result of injuries Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Investigates A Vehicle Vs Pedestrian Crash in Treasure Island

MAIT Investigation

***Update as of December 1, 2021*** PINELLAS COUNTY - On Wednesday, December 1, 2021, the pedestrian involved in this crash, Jude Rutkowski, has succumbed to his injuries. Next of kin has been notified. ***End of update*** ... read more

Posted by Amanda Sinni Saturday, November 27, 2021 11:20:00 PM Categories: Vehicle Crashes

21-126 Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Investigates Fatal Vehicle Crash in Dunedin

MAIT Investigation

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Operations Bureau -Major Accident Investigation Team Sylvia Gurzynski (Driver - Deceased) DOB: 1/23/1933 Vehicle: 2005 silver Nissan Altima Arthur Ames (Driver – Uninjured) DOB: 10/31/2003 Vehicle: ... read more

Posted by Amanda Sinni Sunday, November 21, 2021 4:23:00 PM Categories: Vehicle Crashes

21-125 Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Seminole

MAIT Investigation

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Operations Bureau -Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Daniel Sarine (Driver – Arrested) DOB: 09/21/1990 Vehicle: 2014 Dodge Journey Charge: Driving Under the Influence Ronald Martin... read more

Posted by Sunday, November 21, 2021 8:20:00 AM Categories: Vehicle Crashes

21-124 Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Fatal Motorcycle Crash in St. Pete Beach

MAIT Investigation

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Operations Bureau -Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Eric Babb (Rider – Deceased) DOB: 7/13/1976 Vehicle: Harley Davidson Motorcycle Kenan Rader (Driver – Uninjured) DOB: 4/11/1965 Vehicle:... read more

Posted by Sunday, November 21, 2021 7:11:00 AM Categories: Vehicle Crashes

21-121 Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Investigates Single Vehicle Crash in Oldsmar

MAIT Investigation

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Operations Bureau -Major Accident Investigation Team Alana P. Rodriguez (Driver - Injured) DOB: 12/19/78 Vehicle: Silver 2017 Infiniti Q70 PINELLAS COUNTY - On November 6, 2021, at approximately 4:25 ... read more

Posted by Amanda Sinni Sunday, November 7, 2021 12:05:00 AM Categories: Vehicle Crashes

21-118 Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Investigates A Vehicle Vs Pedestrian Crash in Dunedin

MAIT Investigation

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Operations Bureau -Major Accident Investigation Team Thomas Murtaugh (Pedestrian – Injured) DOB: 03/10/1943 Jennifer O’Rourke (Driver - Uninjured) DOB: 10/9/1990 Vehicle: 2015 Toyota Rav 4 ... read more

Posted by Amanda Sinni Monday, November 1, 2021 4:33:00 PM Categories: Vehicle Crashes

21-111 Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Single Vehicle Crash in St. Petersburg

MAIT Investigation

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Operations Bureau -Major Accident Investigation Team -Flight Unit Haidar Ateia (Driver – Arrested) DOB: 7/26/1994 Address: 2726 Lakebreeze Lane, Clearwater Charges: DUI with Serious Bodily Injury,... read more

Posted by Thursday, October 14, 2021 10:13:00 AM Categories: Vehicle Crashes

21-110 UPDATE – Bicyclist has Died as a Result of Injuries Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Investigates a Vehicle Vs Bicyclist Crash in Indian Shores

MAIT Investigation

***Update as of October 15, 2021*** PINELLAS COUNTY – On Friday, October 15, 2021, the bicyclist involved in this crash, Sherry Nowotarski, has succumbed to her injuries. Sherry was an 11 year veteran of the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office.... read more

Posted by Amanda Sinni Wednesday, October 13, 2021 1:05:00 PM Categories: Vehicle Crashes

21-103 Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Investigates Deputy-Involved Crash In Dunedin

M.A.I.T Crash Investigation

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Operations Bureau - Major Accident Investigation Team (M.A.I.T) - Flight Unit Deputy Elizabeth Temple (Victim - Minor Injuries) Date of Hire: 01/03/2012 Age: 37 Jonathan Stuart Chinchilla (Suspect – ... read more

Posted by Amanda Sinni Thursday, September 23, 2021 8:04:00 AM Categories: Vehicle Crashes

21-098 Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Investigates A Vehicle Vs Pedestrian Crash In Seminole

MAIT Investigation

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Operations Bureau -Major Accident Investigation Team Nole Karcher (Pedestrian Victim – Deceased) DOB: 12/15/1976 Vehicle: Trek Bicycle Brian Thomas (Suspect – Arrested) DOB: 10/22/1974 Address:... read more

Posted by Amanda Sinni Sunday, August 29, 2021 5:00:00 AM Categories: Vehicle Crashes