NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 11, 2026Miami-Dade
Family sues Broward Sheriff’s Office following fatal 2024 crash involving fleeing driver
The family of two crash victims is suing the Broward Sheriff’s Office, alleging that deputies' actions during a traffic stop attempt contributed to a high-speed collision that killed two people and left a third with a brain injury. The lawsuit follows an internal investigation that resulted in the suspension of two deputies for failing to use proper discretion while monitoring the suspect's vehicle.
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The lawsuit seeks legal accountability from the Broward Sheriff’s Office regarding the conduct of deputies during a 2024 traffic incident that resulted in two deaths and ongoing medical care needs for a survivor.
Key Facts
- The crash occurred on August 11, 2024, at the intersection of Northwest 27th Avenue and Sixth Street in Fort Lauderdale.
- Gavin Dorvil was driving a Tesla at 92 mph when he ran a red light and struck a rental Dodge Durango.
- Lisa Jackson and Geraldine Francis died as a result of the collision.
- Kumani Jackson survived the crash but suffered a serious brain injury and was in a coma for two months.
- An internal affairs report found that two BSO deputies reached speeds of 76 mph and 83 mph while monitoring the suspect.
- The internal report concluded the deputies failed to use proper discretion but did not officially classify their actions as a 'pursuit'.
- One deputy received a one-day unpaid suspension; the other received a two-day unpaid suspension.
- The family's lawsuit alleges the incident should have been avoided.
- Gavin Dorvil faces multiple criminal charges with a hearing scheduled for the week following the report.
Who's Mentioned
personGeraldine Francis“Victim who died in the crash.”organizationBroward Sheriff’s Office“The law enforcement agency being sued by the family.”personGavin Dorvil“Driver of the Tesla who ran the red light.”personLisa Jackson“Victim who died in the crash.”personJosiah Graham“Attorney representing the family.”personKumani Jackson“Survivor of the crash who suffered a brain injury.”personDonald Francis“Grandfather of Kumani Jackson and family representative.”