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Man stabbed at Fort Lauderdale bar now has only 20% brain function, family says: "He's in a vegetative state"
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk Ivan Taylor , as published by CBS4 Miami
· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the incident and the man's condition can be found through local news sources, including CBS4 Miami.
A local man's condition is critical after a violent incident at a bar. Severe brain damage has occurred, and life support is in use. The family is now considering their options, given the extent of the damage.
The man's brain function is severely impaired. His family reports that only a small portion of his brain is functioning. This has resulted in a significant change to his state of being.
Further information about the incident and the man's condition can be found through local news sources, including CBS4 Miami .
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Category: safety Published: August 14, 2026 Source: CBS4 Miami Reading time: 1 min
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