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Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
Deadly Largo crash raises questions about past ‘racing' case against University of Miami football player
The Brief A deadly Largo crash is raising questions about a past 'racing' case against a University of Miami football player. So far, no charges have been filed, and Largo Police are continuing their investigation, which could take two to three weeks. Authorities say Adarius Hayes, a linebacker for the Miami Hurricanes, was driving a Dodge Durango that collided with another vehicle in Largo, killing two children and a woman. LARGO, Fla. - New questions are emerging about whether a University of Miami football player involved in a deadly crash this past weekend should have been behind the wheel at all. Authorities say Adarius Hayes, a linebacker for the Miami Hurricanes, was driving a Dodge Durango that collided with another vehicle in Largo, killing two children and a woman. A 10-year-old and a 4-year-old boy were killed, their father was severely injured and his partner, Gail Price, was also killed. So far, no charges have been filed, and Largo Police are continuing their investigation, which could take two to three weeks. PREVIOUS: Largo father in ICU after tragic crash that claimed lives of children and partner FOX 13 has uncovered that Hayes had a prior citation for street racing in Miami-Dade County just months before the fatal crash. In September 2024, he was cited for racing another vehicle at speeds over 90 miles per hour on U.S. 41 in a residential area. If convicted, Florida law would have required a one-year suspension of his driver's license. However, prosecutors dropped the case in February 2025, just one month before Hayes was issued two additional speeding tickets. The Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office, led by Katherine Fernandez Rundle, dropped the racing case after the officer involved reportedly said he had "no recollection of the incident", which had only occurred five months earlier. FOX 13 asked whether Hayes' status as a football player for the University of Miami—where Fernandez Rundle is an alumna—played a role in the decision to drop the charges. A spokesperson denied any connection. What they're saying "The officer said he had no recollection of the incident. As such, any criminal defense attorney would not advise their client to plead to something when there is no recollection by the officer," said Lisette Valdes-Valle, Public Information Officer. Court records also show that officer body camera footage was listed as part of the discovery. FOX 13 asked about that video and has not received a response. Since the dropped case, Hayes has been cited for speeding twice: March 1, 2025 — Cited for going 84 mph in a 55 in Clearwater. He chose to pay a fine and take a driving course. March 29, 2025 — Cited for going 80 mph in a 45 in Miami-Dade. Hayes has not been charged in connection with the crash that killed three people in Largo. PREVIOUS: Memorial grows after crash kills 2 children, 1 woman in Largo What's next Police say the investigation is ongoing and could take several weeks. FOX 13 has also reached out to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office and the attorney who represented Hayes in the earlier street racing case. We will have the latest on our website as we learn more. CLICK HERE:>>>Follow FOX 13 on YouTube The Source Information for this story was gathered by FOX 13's Genevieve Curtis. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 13 TAMPA: Download the FOX Local app for your smart TV Download FOX Local mobile app: Apple | Android Download the FOX 13 News app for breaking news alerts, latest headlines Download the SkyTower Radar app Sign up for FOX 13's daily newsletter
Fox News
12-05-2025
- Fox News
Miami football player was driver in wreck that killed three, two of which were children, police say
A Miami football player was found to be the driver in a two-car crash that killed three people in the other vehicle, two of which were children, police said on Monday. Linebacker Adarius Hayes was injured in the wreck, but was released from the hospital. The people killed in the Kia Soul were aged 78, 10, and 4. "We are deeply saddened to learn the crash resulted in three fatalities, as confirmed by Largo Police, and our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of those lost," the Hurricanes said in a statement. The school is still working to gather further information. Another passenger in the Kia was hospitalized with serious injuries, police said. "There were no signs of impairment with either driver of the vehicles," Largo Police public information officer Megan Santo said in a statement distributed Sunday. The Orlando Sentinel noted that Hayes has a history of driving citations, including several instances of speeding, and another for careless driving that resulted in a separate crash. Hayes played in 12 games as a freshman for Miami last season, mostly on special teams. He was a four-star recruit coming out of Largo High and picked Miami after drawing interest from Florida, Florida State, Alabama, Georgia, Michigan, Notre Dame and Ohio State, among others. Largo is about 20 miles east of Tampa and about 15 miles north of St. Petersburg on Florida's Gulf coast Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Yahoo
University of Miami football player involved in deadly Largo crash
LARGO, Fla. (WFLA) — A University of Miami football player was involved in a crash that claimed three lives, including two children, in his hometown of Largo on Saturday. Adarius Hayes, a linebacker in his sophomore year, was hospitalized after the collision, a spokesperson for Miami Athletics said in a statement. Republicans unveil steep cuts to Medicaid in portion of Trump tax bill The crash happened at 1:45 p.m. at Orangeview Drive and Ridge Road. Largo police said a Kia Soul collided with a Dodge Durango while turning left onto Orangeview Drive. Three of the Kia's occupants – the driver, 78-year-old Gail Price, and two child passengers – died in the crash. Another passenger, 58-year-old Herbert Rivera, was hospitalized with serious injuries. Hayes, 20, was identified as the driver of the Dodge. He has since been released from the hospital. 'We are deeply saddened to learn the crash resulted in three fatalities, as confirmed by Largo Police, and our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of those lost,' the Miami Athletics statement said, in part. Police said neither driver showed signs of impairment at the time of the crash. No criminal charges have been filed in connection to the incident. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
National Post
12-05-2025
- National Post
Miami's Adarius Hayes was driver in 2-car crash that killed 3 in other vehicle, police say
Article content Miami Hurricanes linebacker Adarius Hayes was one of the drivers in a two-vehicle crash that left three people dead and at least two others injured, police said. Article content Article content The three who died as a result of the crash were all in a Kia Soul, which collided with a Dodge Durango being driven by Hayes in his hometown of Largo, Florida, on Saturday, police said. Article content No tickets or criminal charges have been filed, though the investigation is continuing. Hayes was hospitalized and has since been released, the Hurricanes said Monday. Article content Article content 'We are deeply saddened to learn the crash resulted in three fatalities, as confirmed by Largo Police, and our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of those lost,' the Hurricanes said in a statement. Article content The school is still working to gather further information. Article content A 78-year-old woman who was driving the Kia died, police said Sunday. Police said Saturday that two children — ages 10 and 4 _ also were killed in the crash, and on Sunday the investigation progressed to the point where police confirmed they were both passengers in the Kia. Article content Another passenger in the Kia was hospitalized with serious injuries, police said. Article content 'There were no signs of impairment with either driver of the vehicles,' Largo Police public information officer Megan Santo said in a statement distributed Sunday. Article content
Toronto Sun
12-05-2025
- Toronto Sun
Miami's Adarius Hayes was driver in 2-car crash that killed 3 in other vehicle, police say
Published May 12, 2025 • 1 minute read Miami linebacker Adarius Hayes celebrate during an NCAA football game against Ball State in 2024. AP Photo Miami Hurricanes linebacker Adarius Hayes was one of the drivers in a two-vehicle crash that left three people dead and at least two others injured, police said. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The three who died as a result of the crash were all in a Kia Soul, which collided with a Dodge Durango being driven by Hayes in his hometown of Largo, Florida, on Saturday, police said. No tickets or criminal charges have been filed, though the investigation is continuing. Hayes was hospitalized and has since been released, the Hurricanes said Monday. 'We are deeply saddened to learn the crash resulted in three fatalities, as confirmed by Largo Police, and our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of those lost,' the Hurricanes said in a statement. The school is still working to gather further information. A 78-year-old woman who was driving the Kia died, police said Sunday. Police said Saturday that two children — ages 10 and 4 _ also were killed in the crash, and on Sunday the investigation progressed to the point where police confirmed they were both passengers in the Kia. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Another passenger in the Kia was hospitalized with serious injuries, police said. 'There were no signs of impairment with either driver of the vehicles,' Largo Police public information officer Megan Santo said in a statement distributed Sunday. Hayes played in 12 games as a freshman for Miami last season, mostly on special teams. He was a four-star recruit coming out of Largo High and picked Miami after drawing interest from Florida, Florida State, Alabama, Georgia, Michigan, Notre Dame and Ohio State, among others. Largo is about 20 miles east of Tampa and about 15 miles north of St. Petersburg on Florida's Gulf coast. Columnists Toronto Maple Leafs Editorial Cartoons Toronto & GTA World
