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Driver Arrested After BSO Deputy Injured in West Park Hit-and-Run

Investigators say an Escalade driver hit the cruiser twice before a disabled SUV led to an arrest.

Overview

  • A Broward sheriff's deputy sustained minor injuries and was taken to a hospital after an early‑morning crash in West Park.
  • BSO says the crash happened shortly before 3 a.m. on West Hallandale Beach Boulevard near Southwest 58th Avenue.
  • According to a preliminary account, a black Cadillac Escalade exited the Playhouse Gentleman's Club lot at high speed, lost control, and struck the deputy's vehicle.
  • Detectives report the driver then backed up and hit the cruiser a second time before fleeing, and the SUV later became disabled.
  • BSO identified the suspect as Mervin Coffy and took him into custody; the investigation remains ongoing.