• Four people killed, 11 injured in a crash involving a fleeing vehicle in Tampa.
• Police attempted a PIT maneuver but could not stop the vehicle before the crash.
• The suspect is facing multiple felony charges, including vehicular homicide.

Early Saturday morning, a speeding car fleeing police crashed into a crowded bar in Ybor City, Tampa, resulting in four deaths and 11 injuries. The incident began when police spotted two vehicles racing along Hillsborough Avenue around 12:40 a.m., leading to a chase initiated by the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The car involved, a silver 2019 Toyota Camry driven by 22-year-old Silas Sampson, sped toward downtown where it ultimately lost control and struck pedestrians outside Bradley's on 7th, a popular nightlife venue, according to ABC News and NPR.

The crash resulted in three immediate fatalities and a fourth death later at the hospital. Among the injured, one individual is in critical condition while others are reported stable, with two having minor injuries. Community leaders expressed deep sorrow over the tragic event, with Police Chief Lee Bercaw stating, "Reckless driving put innocent lives in danger," emphasizing the need for justice, according to The Hill and Los Angeles Times.

Sampson has been charged with four counts of vehicular homicide and multiple felonies related to the incident, with court records indicating a past speeding citation. The investigation is ongoing, with discussions surrounding the appropriateness of high-speed chases following this deadly encounter as they raise significant public safety concerns, according to ABC News and The Hill.