OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — Maintenance records said an Osceola County deputy's patrol car that was involved in a fatal crash Friday morning had been sent to the shop for brake failure 10 days before the crash.
Investigators are unsure why her vehicle didn't stop as she approached a stoplight at West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway and Lindfields Boulevard, slamming into the back of a pickup truck being driven by Robert Johnston, 34, of Clermont.
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A work request from the Osceola County Sheriff's Office dated Sept. 24 said there was a problem with brake failure and that warranty repair was required.
The deputy's vehicle is a 2018 Dodge Charger with more than 4,400 miles on it.
A second work request dated Sept. 25 said "brakes failed; take to dealer for warranty repair."
An invoice from the dealer, which was also dated Sept. 25, said "brakes fail to be applied; pedal goes to the floor sometimes."
It goes on to read "road tested vehicle; unable to duplicate owner concern at this time."
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Ten days later, three vehicles were stopped at the red light in front of Boccio's cruiser, including Johnston's pickup, which struck a white van, crossed a median and crashed into a pole.
The Florida Highway Patrol said all vehicles involved in the crash will be inspected.
Boccio is on administrative leave while troopers investigate the crash.
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