Arrest in fatal wrong-way Pompano Beach crash
A fatal DUI crash arrest, a Chapter 11 filing, and July music on the Great Lawn.
Sult President, 47, faces vehicular homicide and DUI manslaughter charges after a deadly wrong-way crash in Pompano Beach.
A driver whom authorities said was three times the legal alcohol limit when he crashed head-on into another car in Pompano Beach has been arrested, and the driver of that other car was killed. Sult President, 47, was taken into custody Wednesday, according to records. He faces charges including vehicular homicide, DUI manslaughter, and DUI with property damage. Authorities described the collision as a wrong-way crash in which President's car struck the other vehicle head-on. The charges stem from the death of the other motorist in the wreck. (NBC Miami)
Pompano-based Craft Construction files Chapter 11
Craft Construction Company LLC, a Pompano Beach-based construction company, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The firm had been building an expanding regional presence across South Florida before seeking the reorganization. Chapter 11 lets a business keep operating while it works through a court-supervised restructuring of its debts. (What Now Miami)
Woman charged with attempted murder in stabbing
Dellisha Guadalupe, 25, was arrested and charged with attempted murder in connection with a stabbing in Pompano Beach, the Broward Sheriff's Office said. Deputies responded to a call in the 1900 block of Northeast 24th Avenue and found a man with stab wounds, who was taken for treatment. (NBC Miami)
Convicted felon charged in Pompano Beach shooting
Victor Steven Boyd Jr., 43, was arrested and charged with attempted murder and possession of a weapon by a convicted felon after a shooting in Pompano Beach, according to the Broward Sheriff's Office. Deputies were called to 598 NW 15th Street just before 1:30 a.m. following reports of a shooting. (NBC Miami)
Don Pan brings Venezuelan specialties to Pompano Beach
Don Pan is bringing its Venezuelan specialties to Pompano Beach, adding a Venezuelan option to the city's dining choices. The shop says it offers delicacies drawn from several countries, so its offerings reach beyond a single national cuisine. (What Now Miami)
Music Under the Stars: Special Edition on July 3
Music Under the Stars: Special Edition comes to the Pompano Beach Great Lawn on Friday, July 3. The outdoor program is scheduled from 7 to 9 p.m., a two-hour set on the Great Lawn. (City of Pompano Beach events)
Men at Work at the Pompano Beach Amphitheater
Men at Work play the Pompano Beach Amphitheater on Thursday, July 16, with Toad the Wet Sprocket and Shonen Knife also on the bill. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m., featuring classics from Men at Work. (CATCH Pompano events)
Old Town's Backyard Jam: Scorpio Rising, July 17
Old Town's Backyard Jam features Scorpio Rising at Old Town Pompano on Friday, July 17. The jam adds another live-music date to the Old Town calendar in mid-July. (City of Pompano Beach events)