Ybor vehicular homicide suspect to stay detained

The suspect accused of causing a fatal crash in Ybor City that resulted in the deaths of four individuals at a local bar will be held in custody until a hearing on Thursday. Silas Sampson's preliminary hearing took place on Sunday, during which his defense did not have adequate time to review the state's motion for detention. Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) investigators are urging any witnesses to the tragic incident to come forward by contacting them at *FHP (*347). The crash, which occurred early Saturday morning on 7th Avenue in Ybor City, resulted in four fatalities and 13 injuries of varying severity. FHP is looking into a vehicle that crashed into a business at that location. Authorities provided details on the injuries sustained by the 13 individuals, ranging from critical to stable conditions. FHP's Air Service unit initially observed the vehicle being driven recklessly on I-275 before it ultimately crashed into a business in Ybor City. The pursuit of the vehicle ended when it crashed into Bradley's on 7th Avenue, causing casualties and injuries among those present. The driver, identified as Silas Sampson, has been charged with several felony offenses, including vehicular homicide. The community is mourning the loss and injuries resulting from this tragic event. Stay tuned to Tampa Bay 28 for further updates on this ongoing investigation.