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Jessica Mcfadyen

Jessica Mcfadyen is a journalist for independent news and media organizations in the United States. Mcfadyen primarily spends her time scouting social media for the latest Local, US and World News for The Published Reporter®. She also contributes to a variety of publications through involvement in the Society of Professional Journalists.

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Volusia Detectives Seeking Pair Who Tried to Break Into Occupied Motel Room in Daytona Beach

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 27, 2021

The male is described as white, in his 30s, about 6 foot tall, wearing matching teal shirt and shorts and a yellow hat. He has been shot in his buttock. The female suspect is white, about 5’6” and carrying a black backpack. UPDATE…

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Man On Federal Probation For Trafficking Cocaine Leads Deputies On Chase To Downtown Fort Myers…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 25, 2021

At this time, Victor Rivera Ortiz, 36, is being charged with Battery on law enforcement officer, fleeing and eluding, and aggravated assault with a vehicle. Additional charges may be forthcoming. (https://charleseitel.com/) FORT MYERS,…

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Charlotte County Florida Grand Jury Indict Woman For First-Degree Murder Over Unlawful Distribution…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 23, 2021

Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell and Florida State Attorney Amira Fox announce indictment by the Charlotte County Grand Jury for defendant Lacey Jayne Shaver. This is the first time ever in Charlotte County that a person has been…

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COPS: City of San Antonio Employee Crashes Work Truck Containing Stolen Items While Driving Under…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 23, 2021

Israel Huron, 42, an employee of the City of San Antonio, Florida, n was charged with conveyance burglary, petit theft and driving under the influence. He was transported to the Hernando County Detention Center where his bond was set at…

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Spring Hill Traffic Stop Leads to Gun, Drugs, and Money on Prior Felon; Backpack With 191 Grams Of…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 23, 2021

Antonio Serrano, 23, was charged with possession of marijuana over 20 grams, possession of a controlled substance with the intent to sell, possession of a firearm by a felon, carrying a concealed firearm during a felony, driving while…

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Hernando County Deputy Helps Save Woman in Medical Crisis

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 23, 2021

The woman said she had not taken any illegal substances. She further said the episode was likely due to a recent change in a prescription she takes for seizures and low blood sugar. The woman was transported to an area hospital where she…

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COPS: Man Arrested for North Fort Myers Homicide

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 22, 2021

NORTH FORT MYERS, FL - On March 15th, 2021, deputies responded to Ortiz Circle in North Fort Myers in reference to a shooting. Deputies located a victim inside of a bedroom with several gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced…

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Former Volusia Sheriff’s Sergeant Charged With Perjury In Investigation That Led To His Firing Over…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 19, 2021

Former Sgt.. Jacob Kraker, 37, when he was promoted by Sheriff Mike Chitwood in 2018. Kraker was arrested Thursday afternoon by Port Orange police on a Sheriff’s Office warrant charging him with perjury, a felony. Photo credit: Facebook. …

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Volusia County Sheriff Becomes Victim of Hit and Run Driver In Port Orange

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 19, 2021

DELTONA, FL - On Thursday, March 18, 2021 at approximately 4:26 PM, Port Orange Police Department units responded to the 1600 block of Town West Boulevard for a Hit and Run motor vehicle crash involving Sheriff Chitwood who was riding…

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COPS: Search Intensifies For Missing Girl, 14, Due To Length Of Absence, Other Suspicious…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 18, 2021

Alliana Marie Gargis, 14, was last seen on March 2, 2021 around 8:00pm at her home, located on NW 168th Place in Reddick, Florida. Alliana is described as a 14 year old Hispanic / Latino girl approximately 5; 2" tall and 130 lbs.., She has…

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VIDEO: ‘Routine’ Traffic Stop In Palm Coast Turns Violent, Tasers Used, Armed Fugitive Wanted for…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 18, 2021

Shaquan Moore, 21, at the time of arrest. Shaquan was transported to the Sheriff Perry Hall Inmate Detention Facility and charged with Resisting Arrest with Violence and Possession of a Concealed Firearm. PALM COAST, FL - Flagler County…

BODYCAM: Man Repeatedly Threatened The Deputies And Officers On Scene Shouting That He Wanted To…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 16, 2021

26-year-old Raymond Glass was charged with Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer, Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer, Threats to a Law Enforcement Officer, Criminal Mischief over $1,000, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and two counts of…

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Northbound I-75 to Close in Hernando County for Fallen Officer’s Funeral Procession; Tuesday,…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 15, 2021

The closure will affect the eastbound turn lanes and the westbound turn lanes for those who wish to turn north onto I-75. Photo credit ShutterStock.com, licensed. On Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at approximately 1:30 p.m., all northbound…

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Virginia Man Arrested for Violent Rape of Underage Palm Coast Girl; Detectives Traveled to Virginia,…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 15, 2021

21-year-old Isaac Julio Becker was charged with two counts of Sexual Battery (Victim 12-18 years of age/Offender over 18 years of age) and two counts of Lewd or Lascivious Battery (Victim 12-16 years of age). He was held in Virginia on…

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Lee County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Missing Man; Last Seen Wednesday In West Fort Myers; Believed To…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 14, 2021

It is believed 44 year old Todd Gerard Richter is currently traveling to Tampa in a black colored Jeep Patriot bearing a Purple Heart Specialty Tag #QC4XC. Richter can be described as a white male, standing 5'11" tall, weighing 165 lbs,…

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Search For Missing Endangered Juvenile Last Seen In North Fort Myers

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 12, 2021

14 year old Keagan David Welch. can be described as a white male, standing 5'0" tall, weighing 136 lbs, with blonde hair and hazel colored eyes. Welch's family is concerned for his well-being because he does have a diminished mental…

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VIDEO: Felon Arrested After Driving Recklessly Throughout Flagler County, Had Illegal Weapon,…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 12, 2021

Left: The firearm and a narcotics found in the vehicle. Right: McCray at the time of arrest, following the crash. PALM COAST, FL - On March 11 at 1:04 p.m., Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) Deputy Seth Green witnessed the driver…

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Detectives Seeking Public’s Help Identifying Homicide Suspect In Death Of Mother Of Three Murdered…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 11, 2021

At this time, detectives know of two suspects involved in this homicide and are requesting assistance in identifying this individual. If you have any information on the identity of this person, please call Detective Daniel Pinder at…

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Additional Teen Arrested Following Investigation Into Attack and Robbery of Special Needs Woman;…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 11, 2021

DAYTONA BEACH, FL – Three teens were arrested on March 4, 2021, following an investigation into the robbery and battery of a special needs woman. The woman was riding in the car with the teens under the guise of friendship when they…

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Undercover Detectives In Hernando County Bust Two Retail Stores For Sale Of Alcohol To Underage…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 10, 2021

The offenders are mandated to complete an online course administered by the Hernando County Community Anti-Drug Coalition, within 30 days of the violation. The course reinforces the importance of responsible alcohol and tobacco sales and…

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Flagler Sheriff Staly Locates Stolen Vehicle from Connecticut on Highway In Palm Coast; Driver…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 10, 2021

Sheriff Rick Staly, who had just finished a traffic stop on a speeding vehicle, was nearby and quickly spotted the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Minivan traveling northbound on US Highway 1 crossing Belle Terre Parkway. PALM COAST, FL –…

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UPDATE: Search for Missing, Endangered Oak Hill Man, Volusia Sheriff’s Office Issues Silver Alert…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 10, 2021

According to police, Ogil Reed, 89, is deaf and may be experiencing conditions associated with dementia. He is driving a red 2005 Pontiac Vibe bearing Florida tag #LVNN29, with intentions to drive to Kentucky. UPDATE MARCH 10, 2021,…

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UPDATE: Detectives Searching For Missing Teen Last Seen Thursday, March 4 in North Fort Myers

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 9, 2021

UPDATE MARCH 10, 2021, 3:35 PM: According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, Dixon has been located. NORTH FORT MYERS, FL - The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating missing juvenile, 14…

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Intoxicated Port Charlotte Man Arrested After Waving Gun Near Childcare Center; Incident Triggered…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 9, 2021

72 year old Marc Smith was arrested and transported to the Charlotte County Jail. He was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon without intent to kill, improper exhibition of dangerous weapons or firearms, and using a firearm…

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Two Disguised Suspects Wanted For Armed Robbery of Driver In Front Of Walmart In Port Charlotte

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 9, 2021

The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is asking that anyone with information regarding this incident or has identifying information on the suspects, call Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office at (941) 639-0013. PORT CHARLOTTE, FL - On March…

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UPDATE: Detectives Searching For Missing Girl Last Seen At Her Summerfield Residence

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 8, 2021

Alahna left the residence without letting anyone else know and she has not been seen or heard from since. Law enforcement and her family believe she could be a harm to herself and are concerned for her well-being. If you have any…

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Double Homicide Turns Into Stand-off With Marion County Swat Team; Ends In Suicide After Breach of…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 8, 2021

The standoff ended with a breach of the residence, at which time Michael Chiswick, 39, was found deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The standoff continued until approximately 1:30am on Monday, March 8, 2021. OCALA, FL - The…

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UPDATE: Detectives Searching for Missing Man Last Seen In Gainesville Area

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 8, 2021

Peter Jost was last seen in Gainesville, Florida around 3:00 pm on the same day. Peter was driving a gray four-door 2015 Mercedes sedan with Florida license plate QDEA79. Peter made statements that have caused his family and law…

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Three Minors Arrested Following Investigation Into Attack and Robbery of Special Needs Teen

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 8, 2021

DAYTONA BEACH, FL – On February 17, 2021, Deputies with the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) responded to a complaint of a Disturbance with Weapons in the area of Willard Place in Palm Coast. The 19-year-old victim told…

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WATCH: Suspects In Deltona I-4 Shooting Arrested After Fleeing Deputies At High Speed, Rolling Over…

Jessica Mcfadyen Mar 7, 2021

DELTONA, FL – Two Sanford men are in custody after fleeing at high speed from deputies and crashing in a rollover wreck following a shooting on Interstate 4 that was caught on camera and also left a bullet hole in the windshield…

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