Did you miss these 3 Pines stories? Catch up on restaurants, crime & more
Three recent stories from Pembroke Pines and Broward County covered several topics, including a notable restaurant closure, a deadly police chase, and misconduct allegations involving a detention deputy.
Here’s a rundown to catch up:
Last Bahama Breeze in Broward closes earlier than expected. Company shares why
The last Bahama Breeze left in Broward County shut down in Pembroke Pines sooner than the company originally indicated. Darden Restaurants said it happened early because most employees were placed into other roles, leaving the location unable to staff up.
Man arrested after deadly Broward chase ends with passenger’s death, officials say
Authorities say an 18-year-old accused of fleeing police in a stolen van was arrested after the chase ended with the vehicle crashing into a canal and killing his passenger. Investigators say he now faces felony murder and other charges, as Broward continues to see a string of pursuit-related deadly crashes.
BSO detention deputy accused of sexually assaulting woman, choking ex at party
A Broward Sheriff’s Office detention deputy was arrested and fired after investigators say he sexually assaulted an intoxicated woman at a house party and falsely imprisoned her. Detectives also say a second woman — his ex — reported he assaulted and strangled her that night, adding more charges as the investigation continues.
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