PHOTOS: Lutz man slams into Pasco deputy vehicle during traffic stop

Published
June 20, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Lutz, Florida
State Road 54
Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Lutz Florida in Lutz, Florida: A deputy from Pasco County was performing a routine traffic stop on State Road 54 near Ballantrae Boulevard when an 18‑year‑old girl’s Audi A5 was stopped in front of the patrol car at about 10:30 p.m. An 28‑year‑old Jeep Compass driven by Omar Malave from Lutz slammed into the back of the deputy’s vehicle, sending it into the median and colliding with the Audi. The collision totaled two cars and crushed two road signs, but the deputy was released after medical evaluation with no reported injuries. It is not yet known if Malave or the teenage driver sustained injuries.}

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Omar Malave Unknown Unknown

Original reporting

PHOTOS: Lutz man slams into Pasco deputy vehicle during traffic stop | WFLA

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