‘Breaking Bad on steroids:’ Florida sheriff details seizure of 92,000 pounds of drugs, arsenal of weapons
Read full article: ‘Breaking Bad on steroids:’ Florida sheriff details seizure of 92,000 pounds of drugs, arsenal of weaponsBrevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey details the seizure of 92,000 pounds of 7-OH and an arsenal of weapons and explosives.
Man accused of shooting and killing girlfriend in Brevard County, sheriff says
Read full article: Man accused of shooting and killing girlfriend in Brevard County, sheriff saysA man is in custody after allegedly shooting and killing his girlfriend on Sunday in Brevard County, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
2nd arrest made in ‘ambush’ shooting that killed 15-year-old girl in Brevard County
Read full article: 2nd arrest made in ‘ambush’ shooting that killed 15-year-old girl in Brevard CountyA second arrest was made in the October “ambush” shooting outside of a Cocoa restaurant that killed a 15-year-old girl and injured two others.
Brevard County student attacks teacher, tries to take deputy’s gun, sheriff says
Read full article: Brevard County student attacks teacher, tries to take deputy’s gun, sheriff saysA student in Brevard County was arrested after attacking a teacher and then attempting to take a gun away from a school resource deputy, according to the sheriff.
2 indicted for murder in ‘ambush’ shooting that killed 15-year-old in Brevard County
Read full article: 2 indicted for murder in ‘ambush’ shooting that killed 15-year-old in Brevard CountyTwo men, including one who remains at-large, have been indicted for murder in the October “ambush” shooting outside a Cocoa restaurant that killed a 15-year-old girl and injured two others.
20 minutes after Brevard jail release, man threw rocks at deputy cruisers, causing $3,700 in damage: sheriff
Read full article: 20 minutes after Brevard jail release, man threw rocks at deputy cruisers, causing $3,700 in damage: sheriffBrevard County sheriff's officials say a man was arrested for damaging patrol cars with rocks.
VIDEO: Suspect in deadly shooting of 15-year-old caught in high-speed traffic stop in Volusia County
Read full article: VIDEO: Suspect in deadly shooting of 15-year-old caught in high-speed traffic stop in Volusia CountyAlong with Jonterich Smith, who had active warrants, the driver was arrested for violating the state’s “Super Speeder” law, deputies said.
Man arrested, another on the run, for ‘ambush’ shooting that killed 15-year-old girl in Brevard County
Read full article: Man arrested, another on the run, for ‘ambush’ shooting that killed 15-year-old girl in Brevard CountyOne suspect was arrested, and another is on the run, for the shooting that killed a 15-year-old girl and injured two others in Brevard County earlier this month, according to Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
‘Ecstatic:’ Neighbors’ complaints finally get Melbourne squatter house demolished
Read full article: ‘Ecstatic:’ Neighbors’ complaints finally get Melbourne squatter house demolishedThey complained, called law enforcement, and contacted their county commissioners, and now, some neighbors can finally celebrate seeing homes they said were overrun by squatters get knocked to the ground.
‘Full of promise:’ GoFundMe set up for 15-year-old girl killed in Brevard County ‘ambush’ shooting
Read full article: ‘Full of promise:’ GoFundMe set up for 15-year-old girl killed in Brevard County ‘ambush’ shootingA GoFundMe was set up for a 15-year-old girl killed earlier this week in an “ambush” shooting in Cocoa.
These Central Florida sheriffs will stop enforcing open carry gun ban amid appeals court ruling
Read full article: These Central Florida sheriffs will stop enforcing open carry gun ban amid appeals court rulingMost of Central Florida sheriff’s offices say they will no longer enforce Florida’s ban on openly carrying guns after a state appeals court ruled the ban was unconstitutional.
Body found along I-75 in Manatee County confirmed to be missing 18-year-old
Read full article: Body found along I-75 in Manatee County confirmed to be missing 18-year-oldThe Manatee County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that a body recently found along Interstate 75 was that of Giovanni Pelletier, a missing 18-year-old who had last been seen Aug. 1.
‘Nothing makes sense:’ Family calls for FBI investigation after finding Giovanni Pelletier’s body
Read full article: ‘Nothing makes sense:’ Family calls for FBI investigation after finding Giovanni Pelletier’s bodyEven after finding his body, no one seems to know what really happened to an 18-year-old who went missing on a Florida vacation.
Body found in Manatee County ‘preliminarily determined’ to be missing 18-year-old Giovanni Pelletier, officials say
Read full article: Body found in Manatee County ‘preliminarily determined’ to be missing 18-year-old Giovanni Pelletier, officials sayThe Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said they have “preliminarily determined” a body found Friday belongs to 18-year-old Giovanni Pelletier, the teen who went missing from Charlotte County last week, according to a news release.
‘No evidence’ missing 18-year-old was in Brevard County, sheriff says
Read full article: ‘No evidence’ missing 18-year-old was in Brevard County, sheriff saysBrevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey addressed questions on Friday about the agency’s involvement in the search for 18-year-old Giovonni Pelletier who was last seen in Manatee County.
‘Hundreds of flies:’ Disturbing scene at Rockledge home after pets found rotting for months
Read full article: ‘Hundreds of flies:’ Disturbing scene at Rockledge home after pets found rotting for monthsA disturbing scene met investigators at a Rockledge home after a woman left her pets there for months, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
Man killed grandparents, injured their neighbor in West Melbourne shooting, deputies say
Read full article: Man killed grandparents, injured their neighbor in West Melbourne shooting, deputies sayA 22-year-old man is accused of killing his grandparents and injuring their neighbor in a shooting in West Melbourne, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
Find out how much Central Florida sheriff’s deputies are paid in each county
Read full article: Find out how much Central Florida sheriff’s deputies are paid in each countyWith continued growth across Central Florida comes the need for more police officers and sheriff’s deputies, according to law enforcement officials. News 6 reached out to county sheriff’s offices to ask how much they pay deputies.
Central Florida law enforcement issue statements, warnings ahead of anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protests
Read full article: Central Florida law enforcement issue statements, warnings ahead of anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protestsMore than 70 of the nearly 2,000 “No Kings” protests planned across the world are set to take place in Florida, where law enforcement is weighing in and issuing warnings ahead of time.
‘Anti-rioting state:’ Florida attorney general, sheriff announce protections for ICE agents. Here’s what they are
Read full article: ‘Anti-rioting state:’ Florida attorney general, sheriff announce protections for ICE agents. Here’s what they areBrevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey will join Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and other officials for a news conference.
‘Hamburglar:’ Car stolen from Melbourne dealership found at McDonald’s, sheriff says
Read full article: ‘Hamburglar:’ Car stolen from Melbourne dealership found at McDonald’s, sheriff saysA man arrested in Brevard County is accused of stealing a car that he test drove at a dealership some days prior, only to be caught ordering food in a drive-thru with it, according to the sheriff’s office.
Brevard County deputies ID another suspect in shooting that injured 1-year-old outside Cocoa store
Read full article: Brevard County deputies ID another suspect in shooting that injured 1-year-old outside Cocoa storeThe Brevard County Sheriff’s Office identified a suspect in a shooting that erupted outside a Brevard County store and injured a 1-year-old in a stroller.
Suspect in Brevard County gunfight where child in stroller was shot arrested in Atlanta
Read full article: Suspect in Brevard County gunfight where child in stroller was shot arrested in AtlantaLaw enforcement officers arrested one of the suspects in a shootout at a Cocoa area store where a one-year-old child in a stroller was shot. Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey says JeMarcus Edwards, 17, was arrested Thursday morning in Atlanta.
Firehouse Subs donates $35,000 for lifesaving gear to Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Read full article: Firehouse Subs donates $35,000 for lifesaving gear to Brevard County Sheriff’s OfficeFunded by a generous grant of over $35,000 from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, the new gear includes an inflatable shelter, insulation liner, a cooling and heating system, lighting, and various accessories.
1 arrested after shooting outside Brevard store that injured baby in stroller
Read full article: 1 arrested after shooting outside Brevard store that injured baby in strollerOne person was arrested after a shooting that erupted outside a Brevard County store last week injured a 1-year-old in a stroller, according to the sheriff’s office.
‘When do we say enough?’: Sheriff’s office responded to 70 incidents at Brevard store where baby was shot
Read full article: ‘When do we say enough?’: Sheriff’s office responded to 70 incidents at Brevard store where baby was shotNews 6 reporter James Sparvero checked with the sheriff’s office, and they told him they’ve responded to the store more than 70 times in just the last year, including a total of three shootings.
2-year-old in stroller shot, wounded when gunfire erupts outside Brevard store, deputies say
Read full article: 2-year-old in stroller shot, wounded when gunfire erupts outside Brevard store, deputies sayAs the couple emerged from the store, gunfire erupted, with three individuals exchanging shots. According to Sheriff Ivey, 50 rounds were fired during the altercation, targeting the couple and their child.
Brevard sheriff stands by deputies after criticism from Matthew’s Hope founder
Read full article: Brevard sheriff stands by deputies after criticism from Matthew’s Hope founderThe Brevard County Sheriff is defending two deputies who have drawn criticism from the CEO and founder of a local non-profit organization dedicated to helping the homeless.
‘Bones with skin:’ 2 arrested after starving puppy found in Brevard home bathroom, sheriff says
Read full article: ‘Bones with skin:’ 2 arrested after starving puppy found in Brevard home bathroom, sheriff saysThe sheriff said that the puppy had been kept in a bathroom without food, water or veterinary care, though its health finally deteriorated to the point that the women called in for a rescue.
‘Most loyal and loving:’ Brevard County sheriff’s K-9 dies after battle with cancer
Read full article: ‘Most loyal and loving:’ Brevard County sheriff’s K-9 dies after battle with cancerA K-9 with the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office has died after a “long and courageous battle” with cancer, according to the sheriff.
DeSantis vows to veto Florida’s TRUMP Act on immigration, calling it ‘too weak’
Read full article: DeSantis vows to veto Florida’s TRUMP Act on immigration, calling it ‘too weak’At a roundtable Wednesday morning at the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office in Titusville, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis vowed to veto the new immigration act the legislature passed Tuesday.
‘Thugs with a checkbook:’ Pool builders accused of defrauding customers across Central Florida
Read full article: ‘Thugs with a checkbook:’ Pool builders accused of defrauding customers across Central FloridaA Central Florida sheriff is lauding the out-of-state arrests of a couple he says have spent years using their pool-building business to defraud customers across Brevard, Orange and Osceola counties.
‘Golden opportunity:’ DeSantis outlines immigration priorities ahead of Trump’s new presidency
Read full article: ‘Golden opportunity:’ DeSantis outlines immigration priorities ahead of Trump’s new presidencyFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference at the Polk County Sheriff’s Office to pledge partnership from all levels state to local with soon-to-be President Donald Trump’s administration on tackling illegal immigration.
Entrance to Patrick Space Force Base, SR-A1A back open after law enforcement activity
Read full article: Entrance to Patrick Space Force Base, SR-A1A back open after law enforcement activityState Road A1A reopened near Patrick Space Force Base on Thursday after “law enforcement activity in the area” closed the road in both directions.
Man accused of showing naked photos to girls in Brevard County
Read full article: Man accused of showing naked photos to girls in Brevard CountyA 20-year-old man was arrested after showing photos of naked people to elementary-aged girls in Cape Canaveral last week, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
‘FPL made me do that:’ Frustrated Florida man shoots, kills his own dog, deputies say
Read full article: ‘FPL made me do that:’ Frustrated Florida man shoots, kills his own dog, deputies sayA 72-year-old man faces charges after deputies said he shot and killed his dog while frustrated at Florida Power & Light for not getting his power back on after Hurricane Milton.
15-year-old arrested, accused of threatening school in Brevard County
Read full article: 15-year-old arrested, accused of threatening school in Brevard CountyA comment on TikTok led to the arrest of a 15-year-old boy in Brevard County who’s accused of threatening a school, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
Brevard sheriff praises deputies, good Samaritans who pulled driver out of sinking pickup
Read full article: Brevard sheriff praises deputies, good Samaritans who pulled driver out of sinking pickupBrevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey in a glowing social media post thanked several deputies and good Samaritans credited with pulling a man from a sinking pickup truck that had fallen from the Pineda Causeway.
Florida governor says he ‘never saw’ controversial state parks proposal, claims ‘left-wing group’ leaked info
Read full article: Florida governor says he ‘never saw’ controversial state parks proposal, claims ‘left-wing group’ leaked infoFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis has distanced himself from a controversial state-level proposal to make such changes to some state parks as adding golf, pickleball and lodging.
Brevard husband in custody after wife arrested over ‘horrific’ puppy mill
Read full article: Brevard husband in custody after wife arrested over ‘horrific’ puppy millDetectives discovered that dogs had been left out in the sun without proper shelter, with food dishes containing vomit and water pails being filled with mold.
‘Horrific:’ Brevard woman arrested after puppy mill discovered beneath her floorboards
Read full article: ‘Horrific:’ Brevard woman arrested after puppy mill discovered beneath her floorboardsDeputies discovered that the dogs were left out in the heat, their food dishes contained vomit, and their water pails were filled with mold, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
Man now in jail, woman remains in hospital after Brevard car burglary ends in deputy shooting
Read full article: Man now in jail, woman remains in hospital after Brevard car burglary ends in deputy shootingOne of the two people at the center of an incident that ended with a deputy shooting one of them in Palm Shores Wednesday is now in jail.
Woman with a gun shot by Brevard deputies, taken to hospital, sheriff says
Read full article: Woman with a gun shot by Brevard deputies, taken to hospital, sheriff saysA woman is in stable condition after being shot by a Brevard County deputy who was responding to reports of a vehicle burglary on Wednesday afternoon, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
66-year-old man fends off attacker in Brevard County, sheriff says
Read full article: 66-year-old man fends off attacker in Brevard County, sheriff saysA would-be burglar in Brevard County who attacked a 66-year-old man after trying to get into his truck was soon found bloodied and on the ground, according to the sheriff’s office.
Brevard teacher who used MMA move to break up fight cleared of wrongdoing
Read full article: Brevard teacher who used MMA move to break up fight cleared of wrongdoingA teacher at Space Coast Junior/Senior High School won't face criminal charges for how he broke up a fight between two 17-year-old girls last month during school.
Man arrested in South Carolina accused of trying to kill 2, including father, in Grant-Valkaria, sheriff says
Read full article: Man arrested in South Carolina accused of trying to kill 2, including father, in Grant-Valkaria, sheriff saysA three-month investigation into the shooting of two people in Grant-Valkaria has resulted in a man’s arrest out of South Carolina, identified as the son of one of the victims, according to Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
‘Wanna-be gang banger:’ Brevard babysitter arrested with enough fentanyl to kill thousands
Read full article: ‘Wanna-be gang banger:’ Brevard babysitter arrested with enough fentanyl to kill thousandsDeputies said that during a search of his apartment, they found "a significant amount of drugs" near two small children.
Firefighter accused of sexually assaulting teen in Brevard County park bathroom
Read full article: Firefighter accused of sexually assaulting teen in Brevard County park bathroomA probable cause affidavit shows that the incident happened at Nicol Park in Cocoa, though no date was provided for when the incident took place.
63-year-old Florida man arrested in bomb threat, suspicious packages at 2 Cocoa churches
Read full article: 63-year-old Florida man arrested in bomb threat, suspicious packages at 2 Cocoa churchesA Mother’s Day church service was disrupted by suspicious packages and a threat of a bomb at two churches on Sunday.
Man faces murder charge in wife’s death months after pickup found ablaze in Brevard County
Read full article: Man faces murder charge in wife’s death months after pickup found ablaze in Brevard CountyThe husband of a woman who was reported missing in January and later found dead in Mims was arrested in connection with her death.
Brevard deputies find weapons during traffic stop of alleged arsonist, sheriff says
Read full article: Brevard deputies find weapons during traffic stop of alleged arsonist, sheriff saysA Palm Bay man faces arson and weapons charges after being seen trying to set a car on fire outside of a West Melbourne hotel, according to Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
Brevard Public Schools to look at new safety recommendations
Read full article: Brevard Public Schools to look at new safety recommendationsIn a district where addressing student discipline has been a top priority for its school board, Brevard Public Schools is now taking a look at some new school safety recommendations.
Man accused of threatening bar patrons, pistol whipping employee in Brevard County
Read full article: Man accused of threatening bar patrons, pistol whipping employee in Brevard CountyA man faces charges after deputies say he threatened patrons at a Malabar bar with a gun before pistol whipping an employee on Saturday evening, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
Stay out of the water: Idalia, Franklin creating dangerous beach conditions for Florida’s Atlantic coast
Read full article: Stay out of the water: Idalia, Franklin creating dangerous beach conditions for Florida’s Atlantic coastBeachgoers on Florida’s east coast are urged to stay out of the water this week as conditions are anticipated to deteriorate with two tropical systems.
Therapy bloodhounds join Brevard County school district
Read full article: Therapy bloodhounds join Brevard County school districtThe Brevard County school district is making therapy dog history this year with the help of “cuddly” bloodhounds assigned to four elementary schools, with another canine waiting for assignment.
New Florida gas pump stickers warn not to leave children, pets in hot cars
Read full article: New Florida gas pump stickers warn not to leave children, pets in hot carsFlorida's agriculture commissioner placed the first sticker on a gas pump in the state Friday, which reads: "Never leave children or pets in a hot vehicle."
Union to ‘wait and see’ if discipline crackdown translates to less violence against Brevard teachers
Read full article: Union to ‘wait and see’ if discipline crackdown translates to less violence against Brevard teachersStarting with Sheriff Wayne Ivey’s livestream last year at the Brevard County jail and followed by months of divisive debate, the chair of Brevard County’s school board believes the district is benefiting from its tough conversations on student discipline.
Real estate investor claims Brevard County deputy falsely arrested him for burglary
Read full article: Real estate investor claims Brevard County deputy falsely arrested him for burglaryA Brevard County real estate investor has filed a lawsuit against the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office after he and his brother were arrested for burglary while surveying a house.
‘Sickening, disgusting:’ Brevard elementary, daycare employee arrested on child porn charges
Read full article: ‘Sickening, disgusting:’ Brevard elementary, daycare employee arrested on child porn chargesA 35-year-old man who worked at an elementary school and a daycare in Merritt Island was arrested on child porn charges, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
Vet tech accused of leaving pig, dog starving at dead boyfriend’s Brevard County home
Read full article: Vet tech accused of leaving pig, dog starving at dead boyfriend’s Brevard County homeA Brevard County woman was arrested on Monday after abandoning a dog and a pig at her dead boyfriend’s home, according to the sheriff’s office.
Suspect in Titusville armed kidnapping attempt was victim’s ex, planned to kill 4, sheriff says
Read full article: Suspect in Titusville armed kidnapping attempt was victim’s ex, planned to kill 4, sheriff saysA Titusville man arrested Wednesday intended to kill a woman and three other people in an effort to regain custody of his estranged children, among new details shared Friday by Brevard County law enforcement officials.
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs 3 bills, including death penalty in child rapes
Read full article: Florida Gov. DeSantis signs 3 bills, including death penalty in child rapesFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed three bills into law that allows the death penalty for people who commit sexual batteries on children under 12, changes bail and cracks down on fentanyl.
Titusville man faces animal cruelty charges in starving deaths of 2 dogs, sheriff says
Read full article: Titusville man faces animal cruelty charges in starving deaths of 2 dogs, sheriff saysA Titusville man who allowed dogs in his care to starve — two to death — was arrested via warrant on animal cruelty charges, according to Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
Brevard deputies shoot, kill gunman after pursuit on SR-528
Read full article: Brevard deputies shoot, kill gunman after pursuit on SR-528A death investigation got underway overnight in Brevard County after a Merritt Island man led deputies on a pursuit late Wednesday, crashed due to a PIT maneuver on State Road 528 and died in an officer-involved shooting, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
Brevard man accused of selling fentanyl that led to lethal overdose, sheriff says
Read full article: Brevard man accused of selling fentanyl that led to lethal overdose, sheriff saysA Brevard County man arrested this week, accused of first-degree murder in the January 2021 overdose death of a victim who investigators said he sold fentanyl to, is being held without bond this time around, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
‘Lock her in the closet:’ Caregivers livestream abuse of elderly patient, deputies say
Read full article: ‘Lock her in the closet:’ Caregivers livestream abuse of elderly patient, deputies sayTwo healthcare workers face charges after they livestreamed themselves abusing an elderly patient with dementia, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
‘This activity is all gang-related:’ 1 dead, 1 critically injured after shooting in Brevard County, deputies say
Read full article: ‘This activity is all gang-related:’ 1 dead, 1 critically injured after shooting in Brevard County, deputies sayOne person is dead and another is injured after a shooting in unincorporated Melbourne Beach, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
Prosecutors probing ‘violent past’ of man accused of killing daughter, 3 others in Brevard home
Read full article: Prosecutors probing ‘violent past’ of man accused of killing daughter, 3 others in Brevard homeThe state attorney’s office reviewing the criminal history of a man accused of killing his daughter and three others in a Brevard County home.
Dad accused of killing daughter, 3 others in Brevard County home
Read full article: Dad accused of killing daughter, 3 others in Brevard County homeA man accused of killing his daughter, her mother and two other people inside a Brevard County home was arrested Wednesday, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
Brevard County deputy accused of fatally shooting roommate charged with manslaughter
Read full article: Brevard County deputy accused of fatally shooting roommate charged with manslaughterA Brevard County deputy accused of shooting and killing his roommate, who was also a deputy, back in December has been charged with manslaughter, according to a new filing.
Brevard Sheriff’s Office ID’d man shot, killed as deputies served narcotics warrant
Read full article: Brevard Sheriff’s Office ID’d man shot, killed as deputies served narcotics warrantThe Brevard County Sheriff's Office identified the man who was shot and killed by the county's SWAT Team as they served a narcotics warrant on Wednesday.
1 killed, 1 injured in exchange of gunfire with Brevard County deputies, sheriff says
Read full article: 1 killed, 1 injured in exchange of gunfire with Brevard County deputies, sheriff saysA man was killed and a woman was injured after they were both shot on Wednesday when deputies tried to execute a search warrant for drugs, according to Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey.
Brevard County School Board discusses more changes to student discipline policy
Read full article: Brevard County School Board discusses more changes to student discipline policyThe Brevard County School Board held a work session Tuesday to discuss further changes that should be addressed in the district’s disciplinary policy.
Man with laser accused of temporarily blinding Brevard sheriff’s helicopter pilot
Read full article: Man with laser accused of temporarily blinding Brevard sheriff’s helicopter pilotA man was arrested after pointing a laser multiple times at a helicopter belonging to the Brevard County Sheriff's Office, according to the sheriff.
Off-duty Brevard deputy ‘jokingly’ pulled trigger twice before fatally shooting roommate, affidavit shows
Read full article: Off-duty Brevard deputy ‘jokingly’ pulled trigger twice before fatally shooting roommate, affidavit showsAn off-duty Brevard County deputy who mistakenly shot and killed his roommate and fellow deputy as the two took a break from playing an online game with friends made his first appearance in court.
Off-duty Brevard deputy killed by roommate in ‘accidental shooting,’ sheriff says
Read full article: Off-duty Brevard deputy killed by roommate in ‘accidental shooting,’ sheriff saysAustin Walsh, the 23-year-old Brevard County deputy, was killed in an accidental shooting by his roommate and fellow deputy, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey.