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Florida Man Sentenced After Deadly Chase | Providence News
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- Jul 10, 2026
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Summary
A Florida man, Joshua Pavao, just received a four-year state prison sentence for a drive-by shooting and high-speed police chase in East Providence in December 2023, with the rest of his sentence suspended and probation to follow. The incident spiraled when Pavao fled after the shooting, crashed into multiple cars, and injured another person. Police found firearms, ammo, a bulletproof vest, and more in his vehicle. The Crossley family, whose daughter dated Pavao for nearly 25 years, expressed deep fear and confusion over his sudden appearance at their home. Compounding the situation, Pavao also faces federal gun charges from the same investigation, adding to his legal burden. This case underscores how quickly violence escalates and the lasting trauma it inflicts on innocent victims. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6d3b2f1da68ee7cf