NewsWSVN 7 MiamiAugust 11, 2026Miami-Dade
Family sues Broward Sheriff's Office following fatal 2024 crash
The family of two women killed in a 2024 car crash is suing the Broward Sheriff's Office, alleging that deputies' actions during a traffic stop attempt contributed to the incident. The lawsuit follows an internal investigation that resulted in the suspension of two deputies for failing to use proper discretion while monitoring a reckless driver.
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The lawsuit seeks legal accountability from the Broward Sheriff's Office regarding the conduct of deputies during a high-speed traffic incident that resulted in two deaths and one permanent injury.
Key Facts
- Two people, Lisa Jackson and Geraldine Francis, died in a car crash on Aug. 11, 2024.
- Kumani Jackson survived the crash but suffered a serious brain injury.
- The driver of the other vehicle, Gavin Dorvil, was traveling at 92 mph when he ran a red light.
- An internal affairs report found that two BSO deputies reached speeds of 76 mph and 83 mph while monitoring the driver.
- The internal affairs report concluded the deputies failed to use discretion but did not officially classify the incident as a pursuit.
- One deputy received a one-day unpaid suspension; the other received a two-day unpaid suspension.
- The family is suing the Broward Sheriff's Office for their role in the incident.
- Gavin Dorvil faces multiple criminal charges with a hearing scheduled for next week.
Who's Mentioned
personGeraldine Francis“Deceased victim of the crash.”personGavin Dorvil“The driver of the Tesla involved in the crash.”personLisa Jackson“Deceased victim of the crash.”personJosiah Graham“Attorney representing the family.”personKumani Jackson“Survivor of the crash who sustained a brain injury.”personDonald Francis“Grandfather of Kumani Jackson and family representative.”organizationBroward Sheriff's Office“The law enforcement agency being sued by the family.”