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NewsFOX 13 Tampa BayAugust 13, 2026Hillsborough

Polk County Sheriff arrests Haines City man for DUI manslaughter in fatal Davenport crash

Erasmo Rodriguez was arrested for DUI manslaughter following a May 22 crash that killed his 28-year-old passenger. Investigators allege Rodriguez was driving 117 mph in a 25 mph zone with a blood alcohol level of .18 while his license was suspended.

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Why It Matters

The arrest marks the conclusion of a three-month investigation into a fatal traffic incident involving high-speed impaired driving in Davenport.

Key Facts

  • Erasmo Rodriguez was arrested for DUI manslaughter nearly three months after a fatal crash.
  • The crash occurred on May 22 near Home Run Boulevard and Westview Road in Davenport.
  • The vehicle was traveling at 117 mph in a 25 mph zone at the time of the crash.
  • Rodriguez's blood alcohol level was .18, more than twice the legal limit.
  • Rodriguez's driver's license had been suspended since December 2025.
  • A 28-year-old female passenger died as a result of the crash.
  • The driver and the deceased passenger were ejected from the vehicle.
  • A 31-year-old passenger was the only occupant wearing a seatbelt and was cleared at the scene.
  • Video surveillance showed Rodriguez drinking at a bar prior to the crash.

Who's Mentioned

personGrady Judd“Polk County Sheriff”locationDavenport“Location of the crash”personErasmo Rodriguez“Suspect arrested for DUI manslaughter”locationHome Run Boulevard“Location of the crash”locationWestview Road“Location of the crash”organizationPolk County Sheriff's Office“Investigating agency”