Florida man faces over 500 years in New York prison without setting foot in the state
Read full article: Florida man faces over 500 years in New York prison without setting foot in the stateAn Orlando man faces over 500 years in prison after he was accused of "flooding" the state of New York with firearms.
Accused executive director faces new charges in Volusia senior living jewelry case
Read full article: Accused executive director faces new charges in Volusia senior living jewelry caseAfter Shaun Burstein’s arrest was announced, another possible theft was reported. Deputies found jewelry and about $100 in cash were missing from the jewelry box of an 87-year-old resident at Arya at DeBary, the sheriff’s office said.
‘Murderous rage:’ Central Florida killer to spend life behind bars after attacking coworker with metal bat
Read full article: ‘Murderous rage:’ Central Florida killer to spend life behind bars after attacking coworker with metal batAfter a Leesburg man was arrested in 2021 for fatally attacking his coworker with a metal bat, he now faces life behind bars for his crimes, according to court records obtained by News 6.
Florida woman faces multiple charges after ‘punching trooper in the face’ during ICE encounter, AG says
Read full article: Florida woman faces multiple charges after ‘punching trooper in the face’ during ICE encounter, AG saysA woman was arrested Tuesday after she punched a Florida Highway Patrol trooper in the face during an encounter with ICE agents on Beach Boulevard, according to the state's attorney general.
Former Sanford officer gets first appearance after accusation of inappropriate conduct with student
Read full article: Former Sanford officer gets first appearance after accusation of inappropriate conduct with studentA former Sanford police officer and school resource officer faces multiple charges after allegedly engaging in inappropriate communications with a student while on duty.
Rep. Frost: ICE has made ‘pretty large’ hotel reservations in Central Florida
Read full article: Rep. Frost: ICE has made ‘pretty large’ hotel reservations in Central FloridaIn a video posted to Instagram Thursday, Congressman Maxwell Frost (D - FL) responded to rumors about a heavy presence of agents with the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Central Florida by saying he can confirm that the agency has deployed agents here and that ICE has made “pretty large” hotel reservations in the area.
Florida man tries to stay in Walmart for 24 hours in TikTok challenge, gets arrested
Read full article: Florida man tries to stay in Walmart for 24 hours in TikTok challenge, gets arrestedA Florida man was arrested this week after he tried to stay at a Walmart store overnight as part of a TikTok challenge, according to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office.
‘Deplorable:’ Cockroach-infested home sparks arrest of Central Florida couple
Read full article: ‘Deplorable:’ Cockroach-infested home sparks arrest of Central Florida coupleA Palm Coast couple was arrested this week after a welfare check revealed “deplorable” living conditions inside their home, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
Plea hearing to be continued for Brevard County deputy accused of fatally shooting roommate, fellow deputy
Read full article: Plea hearing to be continued for Brevard County deputy accused of fatally shooting roommate, fellow deputyA plea hearing and sentencing is set for a Brevard County deputy accused of manslaughter in the fatal 2022 shooting of his roommate and fellow deputy.
‘The worst kind of criminal:’ Former Sanford officer jailed over ‘inappropriate conduct’ with teen at school
Read full article: ‘The worst kind of criminal:’ Former Sanford officer jailed over ‘inappropriate conduct’ with teen at schoolA former Sanford school resource officer has been jailed after police said he was caught engaging in “inappropriate conduct” with a 17-year-old student.
‘Our neighborhood child pedophile:’ 911 call released in chaotic arrest of man found with missing boy in Flagler
Read full article: ‘Our neighborhood child pedophile:’ 911 call released in chaotic arrest of man found with missing boy in FlaglerA 911 call is revealing new details about how deputies were able to find a registered sex offender who was arrested last week while driving with a missing child he's accused of kidnapping and torturing.
VIDEO: Florida man wanted in Indiana arrested in Flagler County for 5th DUI, deputies say
Read full article: VIDEO: Florida man wanted in Indiana arrested in Flagler County for 5th DUI, deputies sayA Palm Coast man wanted in Indiana was arrested on his fifth DUI after Flagler County deputies stopped him for reckless driving, according to the sheriff’s office.
Florida mother sentenced to life in prison for murder of 10-year-old son, will testify against boyfriend
Read full article: Florida mother sentenced to life in prison for murder of 10-year-old son, will testify against boyfriendA mother accused of torturing her 10-year-old son to death is expected to change her plea.
Parents face charges after malnourished 5-month-old twins found in Seminole County RV
Read full article: Parents face charges after malnourished 5-month-old twins found in Seminole County RVTwo parents are facing serious child neglect charges after their 5-month-old twins were found severely malnourished and in critical condition at a Seminole County RV.
‘Perverted’ Palm Coast woman faces years in prison after raping 13-year-old, sheriff says
Read full article: ‘Perverted’ Palm Coast woman faces years in prison after raping 13-year-old, sheriff saysAfter promising to leave her husband for a 13-year-old she raped, a Palm Coast woman now faces prison time for her crimes, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office.
‘You will die, pig:’ Man accused of threatening to kill Florida Gov. DeSantis, Sheriff Chitwood
Read full article: ‘You will die, pig:’ Man accused of threatening to kill Florida Gov. DeSantis, Sheriff ChitwoodA Central Florida man was arrested this week after detectives said he issued a death threat aimed at Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Rockledge teen sentenced to 35 years in prison for ‘gruesome’ killing of his grandmother
Read full article: Rockledge teen sentenced to 35 years in prison for ‘gruesome’ killing of his grandmotherA Rockledge teen has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for fatally stabbing his grandmother when he was 16, ending a case that prosecutors described as “gruesome,” according to the State Attorney’s Office for the 18th Judicial Circuit.
Music director, 19, accused of molesting 16-year-old at Brevard high school
Read full article: Music director, 19, accused of molesting 16-year-old at Brevard high schoolA music director who worked at Bayside High School has been arrested after he was accused of molesting an underage student, according to the Palm Bay Police Department.
VIDEO: Handcuffed woman shoots Marion County deputy with gun hidden in her pants
Read full article: VIDEO: Handcuffed woman shoots Marion County deputy with gun hidden in her pantsBack-seat footage shows Rheanna Harden removing her visor and covering the rear seat camera before producing a handgun concealed in her clothing and then firing multiple shots through the partition, deputies said.
VIDEO: Man throws gun, drugs from pockets during Marion County pursuit, deputies say
Read full article: VIDEO: Man throws gun, drugs from pockets during Marion County pursuit, deputies sayAccording to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, one of their deputies tried to stop Terry Fischer, who was riding a black motorcycle and weaving around construction cones in an active construction zone.
American Legion post commanding officer arrested in Volusia child-porn case, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: American Legion post commanding officer arrested in Volusia child-porn case, sheriff’s office saysThe commanding officer of the Ormond Beach American Legion post has been arrested to face charges of possessing child porn, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
Executive director of Volusia senior living facility accused of stealing, selling residents’ jewelry
Read full article: Executive director of Volusia senior living facility accused of stealing, selling residents’ jewelryAccording to deputies, an investigation began when an engagement ring was reported missing from a resident’s bedroom.
Man arrested for taking upskirt photos at Orlando Premium Outlets, police say
Read full article: Man arrested for taking upskirt photos at Orlando Premium Outlets, police sayAccording to an arrest affidavit, police were alerted after a store manager observed a man using his cell phone to take pictures up a shopper’s skirt without her knowledge.
‘Disgusting pervert:’ Migrant in Flagler County imprisoned after sexually assaulting missing teen
Read full article: ‘Disgusting pervert:’ Migrant in Flagler County imprisoned after sexually assaulting missing teenAn undocumented migrant from Cuba is finally set to be deported after sexually assaulting a teen, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
‘A wonderful man:’ Ocala community mourns 64-year-old fatally shot in front yard
Read full article: ‘A wonderful man:’ Ocala community mourns 64-year-old fatally shot in front yardPolice say 64-year-old Harold Harper was gardening in the front yard of his home on Wednesday afternoon when he was shot and killed.
Retired Orlando police officer shot, killed by father-in-law, affidavit shows
Read full article: Retired Orlando police officer shot, killed by father-in-law, affidavit showsA retired Orlando police officer who was shot and killed on New Year’s Day was shot by his father-in-law, according to an affidavit.
Man takes plea deal, sentenced to 10 years in Flagler sex-crimes case
Read full article: Man takes plea deal, sentenced to 10 years in Flagler sex-crimes caseA man who was extradited from North Carolina to Florida in a Flagler County sex-crimes case has been sentenced to a decade in prison, according to the sheriff.
Trial delayed as Orlando Halloween shooting suspect to get 2nd evaluation, can explore insanity defense
Read full article: Trial delayed as Orlando Halloween shooting suspect to get 2nd evaluation, can explore insanity defenseJury selection is set to begin in the trial of Jaylen Edgar, accused of murder in a mass shooting during Halloween 2024 celebrations in downtown Orlando.
‘Random act of violence:’ Man fatally shot in front yard near Ocala middle school
Read full article: ‘Random act of violence:’ Man fatally shot in front yard near Ocala middle schoolTraffic has been blocked in Ocala after a homicide investigation broke out on Wednesday, according to the police department.
18-year-old accused of shooting teen on New Year’s Day in Orange County
Read full article: 18-year-old accused of shooting teen on New Year’s Day in Orange CountyAn 18-year-old man is accused of shooting a 17-year-old boy on New Year’s Day after the victim refused to get into his car, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Judge denies Orlando Halloween shooting suspect’s effort to ditch attorney
Read full article: Judge denies Orlando Halloween shooting suspect’s effort to ditch attorneyAn Orange County judge Wednesday denied a double-murder defendant’s request to remove his court-appointed attorney as representation, clearing the way for jury selection to begin Thursday.
‘You’re going to get tackled:’ Video shows Port Orange police takedown of shoplifting suspect
Read full article: ‘You’re going to get tackled:’ Video shows Port Orange police takedown of shoplifting suspectBody camera video shows a Port Orange officer run after a man suspected of stealing and tackling him off his bicycle.
Fake $50 bills used at several businesses in Lake Mary
Read full article: Fake $50 bills used at several businesses in Lake MaryAt least four Lake Mary businesses, including a restaurant, kava bar, smoothie and acai bowl shop, and ice cream shop, tell News 6 that counterfeit cash was used or was spotted at their establishments. Police say they are looking for a man and a woman.
Coach remembers life of 16-year-old football player shot, killed days after Christmas
Read full article: Coach remembers life of 16-year-old football player shot, killed days after ChristmasAround Christmas time, three teenagers in Orange County lost their lives to gun violence in separate incidents. Last week, loved ones spoke out about the death of a 13-year-old victim.
‘The only warning you’re getting:’ Brevard sheriff promises major traffic crackdown
Read full article: ‘The only warning you’re getting:’ Brevard sheriff promises major traffic crackdownOn Tuesday, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey promised a traffic crackdown with an ominous message: “This is the only warning you’re getting.”
Burglary kickstarts hunt for four subjects, Volusia deputies announce
Read full article: Burglary kickstarts hunt for four subjects, Volusia deputies announceA recent burglary in Deltona has sparked a search for four subjects possibly connected to the incident, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
Orlando woman accused of beating other driver in road rage incident near Mall at Millenia
Read full article: Orlando woman accused of beating other driver in road rage incident near Mall at MilleniaPolice in Orlando arrested a woman who got into a road rage incident with another driver, which allegedly ended with the woman beating the victim in the road.
Counselors at Orange County middle school after 13-year-old girl shot, killed on Christmas
Read full article: Counselors at Orange County middle school after 13-year-old girl shot, killed on ChristmasSome Orange County students are heading back to school with a heavy heart after a 13-year-old was shot and killed.
VIDEO: Man arrested for armed robbery in Marion County days after being released from jail, deputies say
Read full article: VIDEO: Man arrested for armed robbery in Marion County days after being released from jail, deputies sayA man was arrested Saturday in Marion County after deputies say he robbed a Dollar General at gunpoint less than two weeks after being released from jail.
Volusia County mom sentenced to prison in death of teen son who weighed only 33 pounds
Read full article: Volusia County mom sentenced to prison in death of teen son who weighed only 33 poundsA Volusia County woman was sentenced Monday to 32 years in prison after pleading no contest to charges in the death of her 14-year-old son, according to a news release from the7th Judicial Circuit State Attorney’s Office.
Teen allegedly involved in Flagler County kidnapping could face more charges
Read full article: Teen allegedly involved in Flagler County kidnapping could face more chargesFlagler County deputies arrested a registered sex offender last week after finding him driving with a missing child he allegedly kidnapped and tortured. Alongside the sex offender, a 15-year-old juvenile was also in the vehicle and taken into custody. Authorities are now investigating whether the teen will face additional charges.
FHP: 19-year-old super speeder was going 154 mph on I-4
Read full article: FHP: 19-year-old super speeder was going 154 mph on I-4A Florida Highway Patrol trooper says he saw Cirilo Rayo-Callejas speeding past traffic in a Ford Mustang and changing lanes without signaling in the eastbound lanes of I-4. The trooper says by the time he arrested him, the car had reached 154 mph.
Man behind fatal 150 mph crash on SR-408 in Orange County sentenced to 9 years in prison
Read full article: Man behind fatal 150 mph crash on SR-408 in Orange County sentenced to 9 years in prisonOn Monday, a judge sentenced Omaykan Guler to 112 months in prison. He was given 197 days of jail time credit, which will be applied to his sentence. His driver’s license was also revoked for life.
New details after missing child found with ‘pervert’ during Flagler County traffic stop, sheriff says
Read full article: New details after missing child found with ‘pervert’ during Flagler County traffic stop, sheriff saysDays after a registered sex offender was found with a missing child in Central Florida, deputies have released more information about what may have led to the kidnapping.
‘Close call:’ Family awoken after bullet splatters bedroom, Volusia sheriff says
Read full article: ‘Close call:’ Family awoken after bullet splatters bedroom, Volusia sheriff saysA family was woken up on New Year’s Eve after someone fired off rounds into their home, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
Missing child found with ‘pervert’ during chaotic traffic stop in Flagler County, sheriff says; additional charges filed
Read full article: Missing child found with ‘pervert’ during chaotic traffic stop in Flagler County, sheriff says; additional charges filedA missing juvenile was finally located when deputies pulled over a sex offender in Flagler County on Wednesday morning, according to the sheriff’s office. Then, the traffic stop escalated.
‘Roughhousing:’ New details after violent hazing scandal at Marion County fire station
Read full article: ‘Roughhousing:’ New details after violent hazing scandal at Marion County fire stationAfter a handful of Marion County firefighters were arrested in the aftermath of a violent hazing scandal, new footage related to the incident has now been released.
Deputies flood Volusia County neighborhood after rash of car burglaries
Read full article: Deputies flood Volusia County neighborhood after rash of car burglariesA Georgia man has finally been arrested following a recent rash of vehicle burglaries in Volusia County, according to the sheriff’s office.
Wanted man flees over 100 mph after armed robberies in Marion County, video shows
Read full article: Wanted man flees over 100 mph after armed robberies in Marion County, video showsLess than a week before Christmas, Marion County deputies managed to catch a wanted man who was speeding along the highway, according to the sheriff’s office.
DeLand woman drugs disabled great-granddaughter in murder-suicide attempt, deputies say
Read full article: DeLand woman drugs disabled great-granddaughter in murder-suicide attempt, deputies sayA 69-year-old DeLand woman was arrested after an attempted murder-suicide attempt involving her disabled 13-year-old great-granddaughter, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
‘Christmas will never be the same:’ 3 teens killed in separate Orange County shootings leave grieving families
Read full article: ‘Christmas will never be the same:’ 3 teens killed in separate Orange County shootings leave grieving familiesFor several families in Orange County, the Christmas holiday was marked not by celebration, but by devastating loss.
Former Marion County firefighters plead not guilty in hazing case
Read full article: Former Marion County firefighters plead not guilty in hazing caseFour former Marion County Fire Rescue employees accused in a violent hazing incident at a local fire station have pleaded not guilty to criminal charges and have waived their personal appearances at arraignments that had been scheduled for Tuesday, court records show.
3 teens shot and killed in Orange County in less than a week, sparking concerns
Read full article: 3 teens shot and killed in Orange County in less than a week, sparking concernsA string of deadly shootings involving teenagers in Orange County has left residents shaken and searching for answers after three teens were shot and killed in less than a week.
DUI arrest after 2 killed, 1 hurt in Lake County crash, FHP says
Read full article: DUI arrest after 2 killed, 1 hurt in Lake County crash, FHP saysA man who was arrested after a crash in Lake County is accused of DUI manslaughter in the deaths of a man and a woman, the latter of whom was 18 years old, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
17-year-old slain in possible robbery attempt on Christmas night, Volusia sheriff says
Read full article: 17-year-old slain in possible robbery attempt on Christmas night, Volusia sheriff saysA 17-year-old was fatally shot during what might have been an attempted robbery, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
Teen arrested after young girl shot to death in Orange County on Christmas Day
Read full article: Teen arrested after young girl shot to death in Orange County on Christmas DayA 13-year-old girl was fatally shot in Orange County on Thursday afternoon, leading to the arrest of a teen suspect, according to the sheriff’s office.
Trooper hurt in Brevard after pursuit leads to PIT maneuver on I-95; 2 in custody, FHP says
Read full article: Trooper hurt in Brevard after pursuit leads to PIT maneuver on I-95; 2 in custody, FHP saysSouthbound Interstate 95 was shut down Christmas morning in Brevard County after Florida Highway Patrol troopers took a reckless driver off the road, soon taking that driver and a passenger into custody, according to the agency.
‘The naughty list:’ Wrong tag leads to arrest of wanted Central Florida man
Read full article: ‘The naughty list:’ Wrong tag leads to arrest of wanted Central Florida manA wanted Central Florida man was caught after deputies noticed that his car had a wrong tag, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
Woman stabbed to death in puzzling attack at Barnes & Noble in Florida, police say
Read full article: Woman stabbed to death in puzzling attack at Barnes & Noble in Florida, police sayA woman was killed earlier this week in what appears to be an unprovoked attack at a Barnes & Noble store, according to police.
‘Scratching my cars up:’ Brevard County man shot neighborhood cat, deputies say
Read full article: ‘Scratching my cars up:’ Brevard County man shot neighborhood cat, deputies sayA Brevard County man was arrested after deputies say he shot a neighborhood cat, causing injuries that led to the animal’s leg being amputated, according to court documents.
Cocoa police search for man accused of sexual battery of child
Read full article: Cocoa police search for man accused of sexual battery of childThe Cocoa Police Department says Edy Alexander Espinoza-Lopez has an active warrant for charges of sexual battery on a person under 12, lewd or lascivious molestation, lewd or lascivious battery and lewd or lascivious conduct.
‘In shock and panicked:’23-year-old man faces charges after failing to stop in fatal Maitland hit-and-run
Read full article: ‘In shock and panicked:’23-year-old man faces charges after failing to stop in fatal Maitland hit-and-runA 23-year-old man who is facing charges in connection with a fatal hit-and-run, told Maitland police he was “in shock and panicked,” when asked why he did not remain on scene after the incident, according to an affidavit for the defendant’s arrest warrant.
‘Hush hush:’ New messages released after Anna Kepner mysteriously dies on cruise ship
Read full article: ‘Hush hush:’ New messages released after Anna Kepner mysteriously dies on cruise shipOver 100 pages of texts and emails were released last week as part of an ongoing child custody dispute linked to the mysterious death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner aboard a Carnival Cruise ship.
Polk County man kills wife, shoots and injures stepdaughter before taking own life, deputies say
Read full article: Polk County man kills wife, shoots and injures stepdaughter before taking own life, deputies sayThe Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a murder-suicide that left a woman dead, her daughter critically injured, and the woman’s husband dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound three days before Christmas, according to Sheriff Grady Judd.
Woman accused of pushing child under water at Gaylord Palms released on bond
Read full article: Woman accused of pushing child under water at Gaylord Palms released on bondA judge on Tuesday set bond for a woman accused of pushing a 6-year-old boy under the water in a pool at Gaylord Palms, and she later bonded out of jail.
Volusia County sheriff urges shoppers to stay alert as fraud spikes during holiday season
Read full article: Volusia County sheriff urges shoppers to stay alert as fraud spikes during holiday seasonThe Volusia County Sheriff’s Office says it has seen a noticeable uptick in fraud reports this week, prompting a public warning from Sheriff Mike Chitwood. “This time of year, we see them all year; some are very mundane, some are very elaborate, but in the last 72 hours, I got a phone call from both of my credit card companies questioning a purchase,” Chitwood said.
‘A simple fate:’ Florida Gov. DeSantis promises to veto this license plate rule
Read full article: ‘A simple fate:’ Florida Gov. DeSantis promises to veto this license plate ruleAfter a license plate law went into effect back in October, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced he would deny any legislation implementing another rule if it came across his desk.
Man injured after being shot in Orange County; suspect in custody, deputies say
Read full article: Man injured after being shot in Orange County; suspect in custody, deputies sayA man in his 30s was taken to the hospital after being shot on Monday afternoon, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
71-year-old man arrested after alleged assault of child inside Orange County apartment gym
Read full article: 71-year-old man arrested after alleged assault of child inside Orange County apartment gymA 71-year-old man is being held without bond after investigators say he assaulted a child inside an apartment complex gym in Orange County.
VIDEO: Orlando police use drone to capture rooftop burglar suspect after store theft
Read full article: VIDEO: Orlando police use drone to capture rooftop burglar suspect after store theftAccording to police, Tyrell Staffine used a large bolt cutter to access the store’s register area, where he stole approximately $900 in coins and cigarettes valued at $2,000.
More victims possible after child porn bust at Volusia County home, deputies say
Read full article: More victims possible after child porn bust at Volusia County home, deputies sayThe sheriff’s office said it received a tip that Emmanuel Edgardo Trujillo was soliciting sexual pictures from girls, ages 13-16, in exchange for vapes, drugs and gifts online.
Mother with no‑contact order fled with 2 kids, Edgewater police say
Read full article: Mother with no‑contact order fled with 2 kids, Edgewater police sayThe Edgewater Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating two children taken during a “parental abduction” on Sunday evening, according to a news release.
Woman accused of pushing child under water at Gaylord Palms pool, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Woman accused of pushing child under water at Gaylord Palms pool, sheriff’s office saysA woman is accused of pushing a 6-year-old boy under the water in a pool at Gaylord Palms, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
Apopka police seek suspect accused of scamming victim outside Walmart
Read full article: Apopka police seek suspect accused of scamming victim outside WalmartApopka police are searching for a man accused of convincing a victim to hand over a large amount of cash outside a Walmart by gaining their trust through a shared religious belief, according to investigators.
Leadership axed at Marion County fire station after violent hazing scandal
Read full article: Leadership axed at Marion County fire station after violent hazing scandalAfter four Marion County Fire Rescue employees were arrested and terminated from their roles last month, the agency has announced another round of firings.
Suspect faces judge after students, families lose out on $770K in Volusia County
Read full article: Suspect faces judge after students, families lose out on $770K in Volusia CountyA Volusia County man accused of defrauding more than 100 students out of hundreds of thousands of dollars for a European trip that never materialized faced a judge Thursday, who ordered him held on $4 million bond.