Crime

The two individuals identified in the thefts were Marcos Mario Estruch, 28, (right) and Vianca Orquidea Figueredo, 26. Two Charlotte County Sheriff’s detectives traveled to DeSoto County to complete interviews and obtained full confessions…

A preliminary investigation determined the pedestrian, Janet Caesar, 80, of Lauderdale Lakes, was walking from west to east across the southbound lanes of North State Road 7 when she was struck and killed. LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL - An…

Angela Hardee, an SMA Healthcare crisis care manager embedded with VSO’s 911 dispatchers, will assist on certain calls and help route them to the right mental health care providers. VOLUSIA COUNTY, FL - A newly hired mental health…

According to federal authorities, Andres Rivera Reyes, 29, was sentenced Wednesday in West Palm Beach federal court to 25 years in prison for posing on social media as a nine-year-old girl named “Sophia 12901,” encouraging young children…

Officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle, which was occupied by four teens. In the driver's seat was Jarrett Vining Jr., 19; all other teens in the vehicle are juveniles. Officers also noticed an empty pistol holster on the front…

10 year-old Iliana "Lily" Peters was found nearby a trail on Monday after her family had reported her missing the night before. The suspect was taken into custody on Tuesday after police received more than 200 tips in the case, officials…

At the time of the shooting, the 16-month-old boy was in a parked vehicle with his mother and another adult when an unidentified subject or subjects approached the vehicle and began firing hitting the toddler and his mother. The two were…

The threat outlined a detailed plan to “infiltrate the school from all entrances” and “start little by little killing people.” Detectives arrested the 12-year-old and transported him to the Juvenile Assessment Center for processing. No…

Authorities say that Demetrius Carl Davis, 24, was arrested after an investigation uncovered he had groomed over 80 kids since late 2020 into performing sex acts that he would record and save on his cell phone and computer. Photo:…

According to authorities, Isaiah Devonta Moore, 23, of Crestview, was indicted Monday on one count of second-degree murder. VOLUSIA COUNTY, FL - A third suspect involved in the June 2021 murder of Kavon Banks has been indicted by a…

According to authorities, a preliminary investigation has revealed the circumstances surrounding the death of a man found dead are considered suspicious. Detectives are working closely with officials from the Medical Examiner's Office to…

Brandon Joseph Harris, 32, of Milton, was booked into the Santa Rosa County Jail. Harris is repeat offender who was known as a "frequent flier" due to having broken into four other houses in the same neighborhood, and had been arrested 17…

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a Republican, had proposed the special unit in response to pressure from some members of the GOP to conduct an audit of the 2020 presidential election in Florida, despite the fact that former President Donald…

In all three cases, the suspect stole the victims' purses containing their wallets and other miscellaneous items. The thief then used their credits cards to purchase over $2,500 worth of gift cards.  NORTH LAUDERDALE, FL - According to…

A federal jury has returned guilty verdicts against Jeffrey Alan Horn, 47 (left), of Coral Springs, and Omar Leon Plummer, 54, of Margate, for their involvement in a fraudulent private placement offering of restricted common…

In accordance with Chapter 775 the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is advising the public about a declared Sexual Predator who is now residing in West Palm Beach, FL. To view additional information about sexual predators in your…

Upon exiting a stall, the female victim forcibly opened the adjoining door and saw the suspect pictured run out of the restroom. The woman was able to chase him down and made him delete the photographs from his phone. UPDATE APRIL 24,…

 Kings Point is an adult community of roughly 7,200 condominiums. During the burglary various power tools were stolen from the maintenance shed.  DELRAY BEACH, FL – The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is looking to locate someone…

According to court documents, on Jan. 6, Barry Ramey, 38, of Plantation, Florida, was among a crowd of rioters illegally gathered at the west side of the Capitol Building. At approximately 1:48 p.m., several U.S. Capitol Police officers…

When police arrived at the scene just after 3 p.m., they discovered the bodies of Riana Lou Barry, 44; Sean Christopher Barry, 47; Shiway Elizabeth Barry; 12, Sadie Lucille Barry, 9; and a family dog. DULUTH, MN – The identities of a…

On Thursday, April 21, 2022, just after 10 p.m., the stolen vehicle was spotted traveling northbound on Mariner Boulevard near Carnegie Way in Spring Hill. Deputies conducted a Traffic Stop on the stolen vehicle at Mariner Boulevard…

Special response team members and hostage negotiators were requested. After several hours, the hostage negotiators were successful in diffusing the situation. The family exited the residence unharmed, and the woman was transported to an…

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood attended each location and called the effort a reminder to every drug dealer that they will never be tolerated in the community. Photo: Volusia Sheriff's Office VOLUSIA COUNTY, FL - A pair of search…

In accordance with Chapter 775 the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is advising the public about a declared Sexual Predator who is now residing in Pahokee, FL. To view additional information about sexual predators in your neighborhood…

According to authorities, Laurie A. Colletti, 57, of Deltona, was arrested at her home Wednesday evening after a warrant was issued charging her with DUI manslaughter. Colletti was transported to the Volusia County Branch Jail without…

According to authorities, 40-year-old Raul Antonio Jimenez-Rodriguez was arrested by the Miami Dade State Attorney's Office-Human Trafficking Unit on charges related to Human Trafficking. An ongoing investigation led to the additional…

After further investigation, various narcotics, cash, and drug paraphernalia were found inside the duffel bags. All of the individuals were arrested and charged with sale of cannabis within 1000 feet of a school, sale of mushroom within…

Noah Thomas Galle of Wellington, 17, is facing 75 years in prison, 15 years for each count. All six victims were reportedly heading home from their jobs at Pero Family Farms, according to officials. Photo: Palm Beach County Sheriff's…

In accordance with Chapter 775 the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is advising the public about a declared Sexual Predator who is now residing in West Palm Beach, FL. To view additional information about sexual predators in your…

According to authorities, three children exited a school bus in Ridge Manor when they noticed an unknown adult male parked in a nearby vehicle who motioned for them to approach his vehicle. RIDGE MANOR, FL - On Monday, April 18-2022,…