NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 14, 2026Hillsborough
Survivor of deadly Ybor City crash sues City of Tampa, Florida Highway Patrol, and bar owner
Kilani England, a survivor of the November 2025 Ybor City crash, has filed a lawsuit seeking over $50,000 in damages, alleging negligence by the driver, the City of Tampa, the Florida Highway Patrol, and the owner of Bradley’s on 7th. The complaint argues that the high-speed police pursuit created an unreasonable risk to the public and that the bar failed to install adequate protective barriers for its outdoor seating area.
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The lawsuit challenges the liability of local law enforcement and private businesses regarding public safety protocols during police pursuits and outdoor venue design in high-traffic areas.
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personKilani England“Survivor of the Ybor City crash who filed the lawsuit.”organizationD. Bradley Enterprises, L.L.C.“Owner of Bradley’s on 7th, accused of failing to provide adequate safety barrier”organizationCity of Tampa“Accused of negligence regarding the high-speed pursuit.”locationBradley’s on 7th“The bar where the crash occurred.”personSilas Sampson“Driver accused of plowing through a crowd while fleeing police.”organizationFlorida Highway Patrol“Accused of negligence regarding the high-speed pursuit.”