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South Daytona Officer and Suspect Shot After I-95 Crash During Pursuit

Investigators report no confirmed tie to the earlier Country Lane call, with details still preliminary as the probe continues.

Overview

  • Police say a pursuit began after officers responded to a reported shooting off Country Lane, ending when the suspect crashed on I-95 and opened fire on pursuing officers.
  • A South Daytona officer was struck by gunfire and is in stable condition, with officials later saying he is expected to be released from the hospital soon.
  • The suspect was also shot and hospitalized; WJXT identified him as Todd Anthony Martin based on statements from local authorities.
  • Authorities said the suspect fired multiple rounds, fled on foot, tried to take a police vehicle, and the vehicle later caught fire after being electronically altered.
  • Officials reported no injuries from the initial call and no known connection between the suspect and the original reported victim, with traffic still heavy near Beville Road, I-4, and I-95 during the investigation.