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Driver flees from Florida Highway Patrol, car later found without driver, state troopers say
By Katherine Langford
Two arrested in beating at Tiger Bay State Forest bonfire, Volusia deputies say
Marcus Chen
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Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.
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[WARNING: Video above may be considered graphic]Two young men have been arrested in connection with a beating caught on video during a bonfire at Tiger Bay State Forest, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.Deputies identified the suspects as Cody Stripling, 18, and Sebastian Bowers, 19. The sheriff’s office said both were arrested on aggravated battery and other charges after the incident, which happened last weekend at the state forest.In a Facebook post, the agency described the video as disturbing and said detectives are still trying to speak with others who may have been involved, including the person who recorded the incident.No additional details about the victim’s condition or what led up to the attack were immediately released.Anyone with information is asked to contact the Volusia Sheriff’s Office at 386-248-1777 or email Detective Meeks at [email protected] case remains under investigation as detectives work to identify and interview additional people connec
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