Summary
A car crash in Tampa, Florida, caused by an alleged street racer left four people dead and 11 injured. The suspect, 22-year-old Silas Sampson, was detained after the crash into an outdoor bar patio. Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident, focusing on street racing and public safety concerns.
Key Facts
- The crash happened at Bradley's on 7th in Tampa’s Ybor City.
- Four people died, and 11 others were hurt, with one person in critical condition.
- Silas Sampson, 22, is the suspect and was taken into custody after the crash.
- Police say the car was seen street racing earlier and was being watched by police air services.
- Officers tried to stop the car but ended the pursuit for safety reasons before the crash.
- The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the crash, including reconstructing the events leading up to it.
- Officials are waiting for toxicology results to see if substances played a role in the crash.
- Sampson is likely to face multiple charges, including vehicular homicide.
