Death investigation underway at Sorrento RV resort
LAKE COUNTY, Fla. – A death investigation was underway Sunday at the Wekiva Falls RV Resort, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to the resort park in Sorrento Sunday on Wekiva River Road to discover the victims. Officials with the sheriff’s office said a death investigation is underway. It appears to be a murder-suicide and the victims were in a relationship at one time, deputies said. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish at 1-800-273-8255.
Authorities searching for missing 14-year-old boy from Sorrento
Authorities in Sorrento are searching for a missing 14-year-old boy. Eric Gordon went missing on March 1, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said Gordon was picked up by a friend at his home and has not been seen since. If you have any information on Gordon, please contact the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.
Lake County house goes up in flames; traffic delays expected on CR-46A
SORRENTO, Fla. – A house fire in Lake County has prompted officials to close a road in the area. The fire broke out Thursday morning at a home in Sorrento on Droty Springs Lane, which is closed. [TRENDING: How plants solve rapes, murders | Swastikas found on Fla. playground | Proposal seeks major changes to Bright Futures]“Expect delays on (nearby) County Road 46A,” the Lake County Sheriff’s Office tweeted. “Deputies are conducting traffic control while the fire department extinguishes the fire,” the tweet read. AdNo other details, including the cause of fire, have been released.
Man shot during argument outside Lake County liquor store, deputies say
SORRENTO, Fla. – The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is searching for the person behind a liquor store shooting that unfolded in Sorrento. [TRENDING: Here’s how to register for COVID-19 vaccine| Select Publix locations will offer vaccine| Fla. woman accused of screaming political profanities]Detectives determined the man was shot at County Discount Liquor. They said the victim got into an argument with someone outside of the store when the person pulled a gun. After shooting the victim, the person left the scene, according to authorities. The victim was taken to the hospital by his brother and a woman who witnessed the shooting, deputies say.
Strawberry picking season starting in Central Florida
It’s that time of year again in Central Florida for fresh strawberries. One local farm is ready to open up to guests to stop by and pick their own fresh berries. A post on Oak Haven Farms & Winery’s Facebook page announced that its 2020-2021 strawberry picking season opens Saturday, Nov. 28. [TRENDING: Hundreds line up for free turkeys | COVID-19 vaccine FAQs | 11 things to be thankful for during pandemic]Once you’re done picking berries, Oak Haven wine will be available for tasting and purchase. The farm also posted that it is in need of staff to work the field and in the kitchen.