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Deadly listeria outbreak linked to sliced deli meat, CDC says
SUMMARY: The CDC has issued an urgent health alert regarding a deadly listeria outbreak linked to deli meats sliced at counters, resulting in two deaths and dozens of illnesses across 12 states. While no cases have been reported in Florida, the CDC advises pregnant individuals, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems to avoid deli meats unless heated to 165ยฐF. Symptoms of listeria include headache, stiff neck, fever, and muscle aches, typically appearing 1 to 4 weeks after consuming contaminated food. Affected individuals are urged to clean surfaces and contact the CDC.
Though there are no reported incidents in Florida, the agency recommended certain groups of people who may be more impacted than others.
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Lakeland Police released body cam video showing altercation between teen and two officers
SUMMARY: Lakeland’s police chief stated that officers‘ use of force, including a taser, was justified during a May incident involving a 16-year-old trespassing at a pool. A resident had called 911, requesting the teens stop cursing in front of children. Upon arrival, officers found no one was a resident or valid guest. After asking the group to leave, the situation escalated when the teen refused and resisted, prompting officers to use physical force. Bodycam footage showed the teen flailing and resisting. Although charges against him were later dropped, Chief Taylor defended the officers’ actions as appropriate and within policy.
Chief Sam Taylor said the officers were justified when they tased a teen during an incident in May when Lakeland Police were called to an apartment complex on Griffin Road.
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Body of man found in Sunrise canal
SUMMARY: Sunrise Police are investigating the death of a man found in a canal after reports of a drowning around 10:30 AM. Officers discovered the deceased near Northwest 113th Avenue and 39th Street. Authorities have not released the man’s identity or the circumstances surrounding how he ended up in the water.
Police are investigating the death of a man found in a Sunrise canal Saturday morning.
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Police investigating a fatal shooting in Sunrise
SUMMARY: Early this morning around 2:30 a.m., police responded to a parking lot in Sunrise, where a deceased man was found behind a blue tarp. Emergency crews attempted to save him but were unsuccessful. The incident occurred off University Drive, near a lounge, restaurant, and strip club. Sunrise Police have confirmed that the situation is under active investigation and will provide updates when available. Further information will be shared as it comes into the newsroom.
Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Sunrise.
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