86-year-old driver strikes, kills pedestrian in Brevard County, troopers say
Read full article: 86-year-old driver strikes, kills pedestrian in Brevard County, troopers sayAn 86-year-old Indialantic man struck and killed an elderly pedestrian while driving along State Road A1A on Thursday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
City of Orlando seeks foreclosure on ‘home renovation murder’ scene
Read full article: City of Orlando seeks foreclosure on ‘home renovation murder’ sceneThe city of Orlando is seeking to foreclose on a home where prosecutors said David Tronnes strangled and beat his wife to death in 2018 while arguing about a major home renovation project, court records obtained by News 6 show.
FBI offers $20K reward for info in suspicious death of woman last seen alive in Orlando
Read full article: FBI offers $20K reward for info in suspicious death of woman last seen alive in OrlandoMeredith Rose Walker was last seen on May 30 near Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando. Her remains were later found in Virginia.
Hundreds gather in Titusville to remember teen found dead on cruise ship
Read full article: Hundreds gather in Titusville to remember teen found dead on cruise shipHundreds of people filled the Grove Church on Thursday evening to honor the life of 18-year-old Brevard County resident Anna Kepner, whose death aboard a cruise ship earlier this month remains under federal investigation.
13-year-old accused of manslaughter in Cocoa neighborhood, police say
Read full article: 13-year-old accused of manslaughter in Cocoa neighborhood, police sayPolice said they were tipped off to the shooting near Bristol Drive on Sunday night, with surveillance footage showing a "slim male" near the scene.
16-year-old stepbrother ‘is a suspect’ in Titusville teen’s death on cruise ship, court documents show
Read full article: 16-year-old stepbrother ‘is a suspect’ in Titusville teen’s death on cruise ship, court documents showThe teenage stepbrother of Anna Kepner "is a suspect” in the 18-year-old’s death on a cruise ship, according to new court documents.
Step-sibling may be charged after Titusville teen mysteriously dies on Carnival cruise ship
Read full article: Step-sibling may be charged after Titusville teen mysteriously dies on Carnival cruise shipOver a week after an 18-year-old Titusville student was found dead aboard a Carnival cruise ship, new court documents show that one of her step-siblings may be investigated.
‘Grave danger:’ Disturbing details revealed after missing English woman found dead in Central Florida
Read full article: ‘Grave danger:’ Disturbing details revealed after missing English woman found dead in Central FloridaAfter a missing English woman failed to fly back home last month, investigators said they've caught the prime suspect.
New video, documents show moment Orlando SWAT opened fire at tattoo parlor, killing 1
Read full article: New video, documents show moment Orlando SWAT opened fire at tattoo parlor, killing 1Three days after the execution of a search warrant at a tattoo shop resulted in an officer-involved shooting, video obtained by News 6 shows the moment Orlando police officers started shooting when a man opened the back door of the shop.
‘What happened to this poor girl:’ Community awaits FBI findings 1 week after Titusville teen’s death on cruise
Read full article: ‘What happened to this poor girl:’ Community awaits FBI findings 1 week after Titusville teen’s death on cruiseA week after a teenager died on a cruise, authorities still aren’t saying how Anna Kepner died.
Memorial set up along Hiawassee Meadow Drive after fatal motorcycle crash
Read full article: Memorial set up along Hiawassee Meadow Drive after fatal motorcycle crashStanding beside flowers and candles at a memorial on Hiawassee Meadow Drive, where the 20-year-old motorcyclist lost his life, neighbors say they’re devastated and are urging drivers to slow down and pay attention so tragedies like this don’t happen again.
New ‘insanity’ proposal after man who fatally stabbed child moved next to Marion County elementary school
Read full article: New ‘insanity’ proposal after man who fatally stabbed child moved next to Marion County elementary schoolAfter a Kentucky man who fatally stabbed a 6-year-old was released from prison early and moved to Central Florida, the state’s attorney general is now pushing for changes to the state’s “insanity defense.”
Former UNF instructor says comments about ‘shooting students’ after Charlie Kirk assassination were misunderstood
Read full article: Former UNF instructor says comments about ‘shooting students’ after Charlie Kirk assassination were misunderstoodA University of North Florida professor, who was terminated for telling students he would “shoot them,” says his words were misinterpreted and that he wants his job back.
One of Florida’s strangest cold cases may have just broke new ground
Read full article: One of Florida’s strangest cold cases may have just broke new groundAccording to investigators, the case stems all the way back to February 1971, when a woman’s body was discovered by a couple of hitchhikers under the Lake Panasoffkee Bridge.
Sumter County cold case ‘Little Miss Panasoffkee’ identified after 55 years
Read full article: Sumter County cold case ‘Little Miss Panasoffkee’ identified after 55 yearsAccording to investigators, the case stems all the way back to February 1971, when a woman’s body was discovered by a couple of hitchhikers under the Lake Panasoffkee Bridge.
Shocking revelation nearly 20 years after disturbing Central Florida sex attack
Read full article: Shocking revelation nearly 20 years after disturbing Central Florida sex attackNearly 20 years after a brutal sex attack on a 65-year-old woman in Tavares, detectives have announced they may have finally found the culprit.
DeSantis signs death warrant for killer who kidnapped, raped child in Brevard County
Read full article: DeSantis signs death warrant for killer who kidnapped, raped child in Brevard CountyGov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed a death warrant to execute a man convicted of kidnapping a 6-year-old girl from her bedroom in 1979 and raping and murdering her in Brevard County.
Coworkers, loved ones remember victims killed in Volusia County weekend hit-and-run crash
Read full article: Coworkers, loved ones remember victims killed in Volusia County weekend hit-and-run crashAs the Florida Highway Patrol continues to search for the person responsible for a hit-and-run crash that left three people dead in Volusia County over the weekend, co-workers and loved ones are remembering two of the victims who were married to each other.
Orange County strangler gets life sentence after brutally killing prostitutes
Read full article: Orange County strangler gets life sentence after brutally killing prostitutesThe man arrested for murdering two women in Orange County last year has now been sentenced to life in prison without parole, according to the sheriff’s office.
New incident report reveals Orange County Fire Rescue’s response to guest who died after riding Stardust Racers
Read full article: New incident report reveals Orange County Fire Rescue’s response to guest who died after riding Stardust RacersAn incident report released Thursday is shedding light on Orange County Fire Rescue’s response the day a 32-year-old man died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe.
Man found dead inside Orange County hotel room with ‘obvious signs of trauma’
Read full article: Man found dead inside Orange County hotel room with ‘obvious signs of trauma’A man with “obvious signs of trauma” was found dead Monday night inside an Orange County hotel room, according to sheriff’s officials.
Here’s everything we know so far after Epic Universe guest died riding Stardust Racers
Read full article: Here’s everything we know so far after Epic Universe guest died riding Stardust RacersA 32-year-old man died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe last week, sparking an investigation into what exactly happened.
Lake County Commission unanimously approves Charlie Kirk road dedication
Read full article: Lake County Commission unanimously approves Charlie Kirk road dedicationLake County commissioners unanimously approved a memorial dedicated to Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist who was assassinated at a speaking event in Utah earlier this month.
Apparent GoFundMe set up for guest who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe
Read full article: Apparent GoFundMe set up for guest who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic UniverseThe family of a man who died from “blunt impact injuries” while riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe in Orlando creates a GoFundMe page.
Body found in water under SR-520 bridge in Merritt Island
Read full article: Body found in water under SR-520 bridge in Merritt IslandAuthorities are investigating after a man’s body was discovered in waters near the State Road 520 bridge in Merritt Island, the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday.
Cocoa woman killed after stumbling into path of oncoming car, troopers say
Read full article: Cocoa woman killed after stumbling into path of oncoming car, troopers sayA 55-year-old Cocoa woman was fatally struck after she “stumbled” into the path of a car on Monday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Manslaughter investigation kicks off over guest who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe
Read full article: Manslaughter investigation kicks off over guest who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic UniverseFollowing the death of a guest who died after riding the roller coaster last week, investigators now say they are looking into the case under the state’s “manslaughter” statute.
Community honors fallen Edgewater officer at candlelight vigil
Read full article: Community honors fallen Edgewater officer at candlelight vigilHundreds of people gathered in Volusia County on Friday evening to honor Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell, who investigators say was fatally shot while off duty earlier this week at a gas station in Ormond-by-the-Sea.
Family sets up fundraiser for man who died after riding Epic Universe roller coaster
Read full article: Family sets up fundraiser for man who died after riding Epic Universe roller coasterThe family of a man who died from “blunt impact injuries” while riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe in Orlando creates a GoFundMe page.
Palm Bay councilman dedicates Charlie Kirk march to ‘all victims of left-wing evil’
Read full article: Palm Bay councilman dedicates Charlie Kirk march to ‘all victims of left-wing evil’Langevin’s flyer asks participants to write the name or print the picture of someone who died as a result of “soft-on-crime policies,” “inept military leadership,” or “illegal immigration.”
New report reveals shocking detail about guest who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe
Read full article: New report reveals shocking detail about guest who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic UniverseA new report has revealed crucial information about the guest who died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe earlier this week.
‘Help! Help!’ Cause of death revealed for guest who rode Stardust Racers at Epic Universe
Read full article: ‘Help! Help!’ Cause of death revealed for guest who rode Stardust Racers at Epic UniverseIn the wake of a guest who died after riding an Epic Universe roller coaster on Wednesday, the Orange-Osceola Medical Examiner has released the cause of death.
‘Tragic event:’ Guest dies after riding Stardust Racers at Universal Epic Universe in Orlando
Read full article: ‘Tragic event:’ Guest dies after riding Stardust Racers at Universal Epic Universe in OrlandoOfficials say an Epic Universe guest died after riding a roller coaster and becoming unresponsive.
‘A real problem:’ DeSantis supports firing Florida teachers who celebrate Charlie Kirk assassination
Read full article: ‘A real problem:’ DeSantis supports firing Florida teachers who celebrate Charlie Kirk assassinationDuring a news conference on Wednesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis voiced his support for firing teachers who celebrate the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Man jailed despite self-defense claim months after Sanford shooting, police say
Read full article: Man jailed despite self-defense claim months after Sanford shooting, police sayA man who claimed self-defense after a lethal shooting earlier this year has now been arrested, according to the Sanford Police Department.
Fleeing burglary suspects were behind fatal car chase on I-95, Flagler sheriff says
Read full article: Fleeing burglary suspects were behind fatal car chase on I-95, Flagler sheriff saysThree fleeing burglary suspects were identified as the cause of a fatal head-on crash near Interstate 95 on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
Charlie Kirk to receive statue at Florida college after assassination
Read full article: Charlie Kirk to receive statue at Florida college after assassinationA week after he was assassinated at a college event in Utah, conservative activist Charlie Kirk will receive a statue in his honor in Sarasota, according to the New College of Florida.
Video shows Rockledge driver going through crossing arm before fiery crash with Brightline train
Read full article: Video shows Rockledge driver going through crossing arm before fiery crash with Brightline trainNew video shows how a driver was able to get onto the tracks as a Brightline train was coming.
‘Despicable comments:’ Florida teachers warned after Charlie Kirk assassination
Read full article: ‘Despicable comments:’ Florida teachers warned after Charlie Kirk assassinationAfter conservative influencer Charlie Kirk was killed during a college event on Wednesday, Florida’s education commissioner is putting out a warning to teachers in the state.
Major Lake County road could be renamed after Charlie Kirk, commissioner says
Read full article: Major Lake County road could be renamed after Charlie Kirk, commissioner saysA Lake County commissioner is now pushing for a major road to be renamed after slain conservative influencer Charlie Kirk after he was killed at a college event on Wednesday.
Florida leaders react after conservative influencer Charlie Kirk killed
Read full article: Florida leaders react after conservative influencer Charlie Kirk killedOn Wednesday afternoon, Florida leaders came out to provide their thoughts after conservative influencer Charlie Kirk was killed during a college event at Utah Valley University.
Mother whose child died in shooting consoles family of 2-year-old killed in same Melbourne neighborhood
Read full article: Mother whose child died in shooting consoles family of 2-year-old killed in same Melbourne neighborhoodFriday will mark two since the death of a toddler, and police still haven’t said who shot the little girl.
Dead man dragged inside his home after hit-and-run with migrant, Polk sheriff says
Read full article: Dead man dragged inside his home after hit-and-run with migrant, Polk sheriff saysA strange, deadly hit-and-run crash led to six undocumented immigrants being arrested this week, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
‘His name back:’ Ocoee police ID skeletal remains found near Florida Turnpike in 2016
Read full article: ‘His name back:’ Ocoee police ID skeletal remains found near Florida Turnpike in 2016Skeletal remains found near the Florida Turnpike in 2016 have been identified as a 90-year-old man who was reported missing in Orange County several years prior, according to the Ocoee Police Department.
Colombian ‘drug lord’ arrested in Central Florida over 29 known murders
Read full article: Colombian ‘drug lord’ arrested in Central Florida over 29 known murdersA Colombian “drug lord” was taken into custody this month over his alleged connection to 29 murders and other related crimes, according to ICE.
‘God told him:’ Affidavit reveals what suspect said after grandparents’ murder
Read full article: ‘God told him:’ Affidavit reveals what suspect said after grandparents’ murderNews 6 has a little more insight into why sheriff's deputies say a 22-year-old drove from Texas to West Melbourne to kill his own grandparents.
Body found in Tennessee field ID’ed as Florida grandma, sparking mystery
Read full article: Body found in Tennessee field ID’ed as Florida grandma, sparking mysteryA body found in a Tennessee field earlier this month has now been identified as a Florida grandmother, according to Nashville CBS affiliate WTVF.
Man dies after being found unresponsive in pool, Orange County deputies say
Read full article: Man dies after being found unresponsive in pool, Orange County deputies sayAccording to the sheriff’s office, the man had been swimming with family members when a friend noticed him face down in the water and pulled him out. The friend immediately began CPR.
Brazilian ‘illegal aliens’ arrested in Florida amid international homicide case
Read full article: Brazilian ‘illegal aliens’ arrested in Florida amid international homicide caseA pair of Brazilian “illegal aliens” were arrested in Central Florida amid an international homicide case, according to the FDLE.
Family demands answers after man died following encounter with Osceola deputies
Read full article: Family demands answers after man died following encounter with Osceola deputiesA local family is outraged and demanding answers after 31-year-old Derik Bonet Rodriguez died following a confrontation with Osceola County deputies early Sunday morning, during which he was shocked with a Taser.
Man caught in Marion County after argument with teen partner turned fatal
Read full article: Man caught in Marion County after argument with teen partner turned fatalA Jacksonville man was arrested on Friday after his 17-year-old partner was fatally shot at a Marion County gas station, according to the sheriff’s office.
Footage released after Orange County deputies fatally shoot armed man
Read full article: Footage released after Orange County deputies fatally shoot armed manAfter a deputy-involved shooting turned fatal last month, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office has finally released body-camera video of the incident.
Murder suspect nabbed in Puerto Rico over 15 years after Central Florida death
Read full article: Murder suspect nabbed in Puerto Rico over 15 years after Central Florida deathThe suspect in a 2009 homicide was finally taken into custody on Wednesday morning, according to the Palm Bay Police Department.
Volusia County father charged with 1st-degree murder in son’s hot car death
Read full article: Volusia County father charged with 1st-degree murder in son’s hot car deathAn Ormond Beach man arrested after his 18-month-old son died in a hot truck is now charged with first-degree murder, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
Drug trafficker dies in ICE custody following convictions in Volusia County
Read full article: Drug trafficker dies in ICE custody following convictions in Volusia CountyA Canadian citizen in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement died earlier this week, prompting an investigation, according to ICE officials.
‘Cold to the touch:’ Orlando mom gets prison time after 5-year-old dies from fentanyl
Read full article: ‘Cold to the touch:’ Orlando mom gets prison time after 5-year-old dies from fentanylAn Orlando woman has been sentenced to six years in prison after her 5-year-old son died with hard drugs in his system.
1-year-old left alone in hot truck died while dad drank at Volusia bar, deputies say
Read full article: 1-year-old left alone in hot truck died while dad drank at Volusia bar, deputies sayA Central Florida man is arrested after his 18-month-old son dies from being “left helpless” for hours in a hot truck, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
Man run over, killed in Apopka while seeking shelter from storm underneath vehicle
Read full article: Man run over, killed in Apopka while seeking shelter from storm underneath vehiclePolice say a 53-year-old man was run over and killed in Apopka while seeking shelter from a storm underneath a vehicle.
Remains found in 2007 identified as missing diver, Volusia deputies say
Read full article: Remains found in 2007 identified as missing diver, Volusia deputies sayThe Volusia County Sheriff’s Office announced on Friday that remains recovered in 2007 have been identified as Robert Martin, a diver who went missing off the coast of Ponce Inlet.
Florida woman killed 6-year-old son while ‘casting out demons’ during exorcism, sheriff says
Read full article: Florida woman killed 6-year-old son while ‘casting out demons’ during exorcism, sheriff saysA Florida woman is accused of killing her 6-year-old son while she “was trying to exorcise demons."
Man behind botched Brevard County heist lands in prison after burglary turns deadly
Read full article: Man behind botched Brevard County heist lands in prison after burglary turns deadlyA Cocoa man who posed as law enforcement in a fatal heist-gone-awry has finally been sentenced to prison, according to the 18th Judicial Court.
Elementary school employee accused of tampering with evidence in Osceola County homicide, deputies say
Read full article: Elementary school employee accused of tampering with evidence in Osceola County homicide, deputies sayJessica Rivera was taken into custody at Whispering Oak Elementary School in Winter Garden on charges of tampering with evidence during a capital felony proceeding.
‘Violent death:’ 18-year-old accused of murdering 81-year-old roommate in Florida group home
Read full article: ‘Violent death:’ 18-year-old accused of murdering 81-year-old roommate in Florida group homeA homicide investigation kicked off in Bartow after the “violent death” of an 81-year-old man living at a group home, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Central Florida man arrested in Canada after 20 years on the run in fatal DUI crash
Read full article: Central Florida man arrested in Canada after 20 years on the run in fatal DUI crashA Central Florida man accused of killing two teenagers in a drunk driving case has been arrested over a thousand miles away in Canada.
‘Manifesto’ released after missing Florida woman’s charred remains discovered
Read full article: ‘Manifesto’ released after missing Florida woman’s charred remains discoveredOver two months after a missing Titusville woman’s charred remains were discovered, investigators have released handwritten notes belonging to the man accused of killing her.
‘Life is a gamble:’ Drug scheme turns deadly after car crashes into home, Polk sheriff says
Read full article: ‘Life is a gamble:’ Drug scheme turns deadly after car crashes into home, Polk sheriff saysTwo people are dead after a vehicle crashed into a home hear Lakeland, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.