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Summerfield man indicted on murder charge in Marion County shooting
Read full article: Summerfield man indicted on murder charge in Marion County shootingA Summerfield suspect in the 2023 shooting death of a 55-year-old man in Marion County was arrested Wednesday, accused of murder, according to the sheriff’s office.
Pedestrian struck, killed while walking on road in Marion County, troopers say
Read full article: Pedestrian struck, killed while walking on road in Marion County, troopers sayA 62-year-old Summerfield woman was fatally struck by a pickup truck on Friday while she walked on a Marion County road, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Marion County mother accused of murder after toddler dies from brain injury
Read full article: Marion County mother accused of murder after toddler dies from brain injuryA Marion County woman was arrested Monday after deputies said she caused injuries to his head and neck, resulting in his death in April.
Man dead, another injured after motorcycles crash in Marion County, FHP says
Read full article: Man dead, another injured after motorcycles crash in Marion County, FHP saysA 63-year-old Weirsdale man was killed late Saturday in a motorcycle crash near Belleview, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
‘Move over!:’ Marion driver arrested after nearly hitting patrol car, tow truck, deputies say
Read full article: ‘Move over!:’ Marion driver arrested after nearly hitting patrol car, tow truck, deputies sayA Summerfield driver was arrested early Friday morning after nearly striking a deputy after a traffic stop, according to the sheriff’s office.
Marion County search for missing, endangered woman last seen over a month ago
Read full article: Marion County search for missing, endangered woman last seen over a month agoMarion County deputies are seeking help in the search of a missing and endangered woman last seen in December leaving her house for work.
Marion County family of 7 loses everything in house fire weeks before Christmas
Read full article: Marion County family of 7 loses everything in house fire weeks before ChristmasRenee Oswelll tried to hold back tears as she shared the painful situation her family is going through after a fire ripped through her brother's mobile home in Summerfield, Marion County.
14-year-old girl gave $10K in stolen money to classmates, Marion deputies say
Read full article: 14-year-old girl gave $10K in stolen money to classmates, Marion deputies sayOfficials say a 14-year-old girl caused a stir at a north Florida middle school when she handed out more than $10,000 that she is accused of stealing from her grandmother's safe.
Troopers issue Silver Alert for 79-year-old man missing out of Marion County
Read full article: Troopers issue Silver Alert for 79-year-old man missing out of Marion CountyA Florida Silver Alert was issued Monday for a 79-year-old man missing out of Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Marion County 17-year-old girl found after missing child alert
Read full article: Marion County 17-year-old girl found after missing child alertSUMMERFIELD, Fla. – UPDATE: Deputies say Alahna Lee Friedborn has been found safe. EARLIER REPORT:Authorities in Marion County are asking for the public’s help locating a 17-year-old girl who was last seen at her Summerfield home Sunday night. Deputies said Alahna Lee Friedborn was last seen around 10 p.m. at her home on Southeast 95th Court. She is white, 5 feet, 4 inches tall, with blue eyes and brown hair and weighs about 90 pounds. Anyone with information about the teen’s whereabouts is asked to call 911.
Marion County man faces more charges for breaching Capitol during riot, records show
Read full article: Marion County man faces more charges for breaching Capitol during riot, records showMARION COUNTY, Fla. – A Marion County man who has been arrested twice now for entering the House atrium during a deadly riot at the Capitol earlier this month is now facing additional charges, records show. Michael Curzio, of Summerfield, was initially taken into custody in the House on Jan. 6 then arrested again in Marion County on Jan. 14. Curzio and the five others who were with him in the area were arrested and issued citations to appear, records show. According to online records, Curzio served eight years in prison on a charge of attempted first-degree murder. Several Florida men have been arrested in connection with the violence at the Capitol, including a Sanford firefighter and local Proud Boys organizer.
Florida man among those arrested in siege of US Capitol
Read full article: Florida man among those arrested in siege of US CapitolORLANDO, Fla. – A Central Florida man was among those arrested Wednesday after Trump supporters breached the U.S. Capitol in what police called “criminal riotous behavior.”Michael Curzio, of Summerfield, was arrested by U.S. Capitol Police on a charge of unlawful entry, engaging in disorderly conduct on Capitol grounds and violent entry and disorderly conduct on Capitol grounds. [TRENDING: 4 die in Capitol revolt | What you need to know about stimulus check | How to get the vaccine in Fla.]Details about Curzio’s activity inside the Capitol were not immediately known. Capitol Police arrested five others, including John Anderson, of St. Augustine, and Matthew Council, of Riverview, Florida. “The violent attack on the U.S. Capitol was unlike any I have ever experienced in my 30 years in law enforcement here in Washington, D.C.,” Sund said. Meanwhile, a Sanford firefighter is under investigation after he was photographed at the Capitol.
Deputies: 42-year-old Sumter County woman reported missing
Read full article: Deputies: 42-year-old Sumter County woman reported missingSUMTER COUNTY, Fla. – A 42-year-old Sumter County woman was reported missing and endangered Thursday, according to the Sheriff’s Office. Jamie Pettit was last seen driving a black and red color golf cart. She is known to frequent the areas of The Villages, Lady Lake and Summerfield, according to the Sheriff’s Office. Pettit has blond hair, blue eyes and 5 feet 9 inches tall. If anyone knows Pettit’s whereabouts they are asked to call the Sheriff’s Office at 352-793-2621.
’Suspicious social media activity’ has family concerned for missing Marion woman
Read full article: ’Suspicious social media activity’ has family concerned for missing Marion womanMARION COUNTY, Fla. – Marion County deputies say “suspicious social media activity” from a woman who hasn’t been seen in more than a week has family members concerned. Melonie Ann Taylor, 32, was last seen Sept. 9 in the area of 169th Lane in Summerfield. It’s unknown what she was wearing or in which direction she traveled. A news release did not provide details on the “suspicious social media activity” that created concern for relatives. Anyone with information concerning Taylor’s whereabouts is asked to call 911.
Homicide investigation underway in Summerfield
Read full article: Homicide investigation underway in SummerfieldSUMMERFIELD, Fla. A homicide investigation is underway in Summerfield, according to the Mairon County Sheriffs Office. Deputies confirmed on Tuesday that someone was found dead in the area of Southeast 36th Avenue and Southeast 147th Lane. The victims name has not yet been released. Details about what led up to the death or why its being investigated as a homicide have not been released. Stay with News 6 and ClickOrlando.com for updates.
Another horse found butchered, dismembered in Florida, deputies say
Read full article: Another horse found butchered, dismembered in Florida, deputies sayMARION COUNTY, Fla. A horse was stolen from a Summerfield horse farm and found butchered and dismembered, according to the Marion County Sheriffs Office. When deputies arrived, they met with the owner of the property who told deputies she boards and cares for horses at her farm. She then began looking for the horse and eventually found it dead, butchered and dismembered on the property. [READ MORE: Horse found dead in Marion County]On Dec. 11, 2019, a 10-year-old horse in Sumterville was found dead and dismembered across the street from where she was boarded. [RELATED: Another horse stolen, slaughtered for meat in Florida]Law enforcement did not say if any of the cases are related but said the investigation into the latest horse slaughter is ongoing.