PHOTOS: Driver crashes onto New Port Richey home; family says it's the third time in 16 years
Share this @internewscast.com

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. — A couple from Pasco County is expressing their concerns about safety at their residence after yet another vehicle accident occurred on their property during the night.

Florida Highway Patrol records show it happened around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 16. 

Sharon and Terry Brumfield were in the home sleeping along with their daughter, son-in-law, and 18 month and 10-year-old grandchildren.

“As far as I know, the driver was speeding down Cecilia Drive at 90 miles per hour, crashed through the fence, went airborne right here, and landed on top of that building over there,” narrated Terry Brumfield.

Florida Highway Patrol identified the driver as Matthew Justin Newman of Lutz.

The crash report shows he had an unknown license, registration, and insurance.

An examination of online court documents reveals several traffic infractions against Newman, such as lacking vehicle registration, disregarding a red light, and not following a traffic signal.

Sharon and Terry Brumfield told 8 On Your Side this isn’t the first time this type of incident has occurred.

The records indicate that in 2009, a car crashed into their living room and again in 2013, a vehicle drove onto their property; both drivers were reportedly intoxicated at the time of those incidents.

Over the years, the family has appealed to Pasco County for assistance, achieving only one modification five years ago when the county put up a guardrail in front of the house.

“The county refuses to put something like a concrete wall behind the guardrail,” explained Sharon Brumfield. “This guardrail is intended to divert a car. It’s not designed for direct collisions.”

She says this latest crash has left them with thousands of dollars in damages.

“We just got estimates, that’s all we can do and we’re going to try to borrow the money to repair what we can repair,” Sharon Brumfield explained. “The fence is $2,800. For the roof, it was $5,100. So, we’re looking at what, $8,100.”

The couple says the repeated crashes are taking a toll on their safety and their grandchildren’s sense of security.

“We’ve lived here 30 years, and this is horrible. You know, when your grandchildren don’t want to sleep in their own room and come to you and go, I don’t feel safe anymore, Mimi.”

News Channel 8 reached out to Pasco County on behalf of the Brumfields and are waiting to hear back.

The Brumfields have created a GoFundMe for assistance with repair costs. The link can be found here.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

Judge Mandates Release of Immigrant Linked to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt

CONCORD, N.H. – In a noteworthy decision from an immigration judge, a…

Ex-Cocke County High School Coach Faces Statutory Rape Charges

A former coach from Cocke County High School found himself in legal…

Trump Greenlights Nvidia’s Cutting-Edge AI Chip Sales to China: A Boost for Tech and Trade

WASHINGTON – On Monday, President Donald Trump announced his decision to permit…

Cambodia Pledges Strong Defense in Intensifying Border Dispute with Thailand

SURIN – On Tuesday, Senate President Hun Sen of Cambodia pledged to…

Heartfelt Tributes Pour in for Beloved Tusculum Lacrosse Player Tragically Lost in Recent Crash

Tusculum University has announced plans to hold a memorial service for Payton…

Heartfelt Tribute: Tusculum University Honors Fallen Student-Athlete with Moving Memorial

A tragic event has left the Tusculum University community in mourning. Payton…

Golden Globes Launches Podcast: Navigating the Airwaves with Caution and Class

NEW YORK – In a groundbreaking move, the Golden Globes have added…

Vols Forward Cade Phillips Faces Season-Ending Surgery: Impact on Team’s Prospects

Tennessee’s junior forward, Cade Phillips, will miss the remainder of the season…

Breaking News: Suspect Arrested in Tragic Pine Hills Stabbing Case

PINE HILLS, Fla. – Authorities in Orange County have apprehended a suspect…

Zelenskyy Travels to London for Crucial Peace and Security Discussions with European Leaders

LONDON – In a bid to bolster Ukraine’s position in ongoing diplomatic…

California Enthusiast Celebrates Milestone 15,000th Ride on Disneyland’s ‘Cars’ Attraction

SANTA ANA, Calif. – For a Disneyland aficionado celebrating his 15,000th journey…

South Holston Dam Access Temporarily Closed for Essential Upgrades by TVA

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has announced that starting Wednesday, the upper…