Suspect denied bond after 2 killed in high-speed Florida crash
A Florida man accused of killing two brothers in a high-speed crash was denied bond after being charged with multiple felonies. Marquaious Tayvon Wheaton, 26, stood before a Seminole County judge, Friday, after deputies said he evaded a traffic stop, was speeding at over 100 mph and crashed into a vehicle on the road.
A Florida man accused of killing two brothers in a high-speed crash was denied bond after being charged with multiple felonies. Marquaious Tayvon Wheaton, 26, stood before a Seminole County judge, Friday, after deputies said he evaded a traffic stop, was speeding at over 100 mph and crashed into a vehicle on the road.
Florida man accused of grabbing, punching teen over ATV riding
A Florida man is accused of two counts of child abuse after deputies say he yelled at and grabbed teens who were riding an ATV four-wheeler in his neighborhood. Witnesses told deputies Ivan Sobal, 42, charged at them as they were riding their vehicle.
A Florida man is accused of two counts of child abuse after deputies say he yelled at and grabbed teens who were riding an ATV four-wheeler in his neighborhood. Witnesses told deputies Ivan Sobal, 42, charged at them as they were riding their vehicle.
Mom demands accountability after son tackled by police
A 15-year-old is recovering after his elbow was fractured during a police encounter. Melbourne Police officers were looking for a missing child when the incident unfolded. The department is reviewing the case and officer’s response.
A 15-year-old is recovering after his elbow was fractured during a police encounter. Melbourne Police officers were looking for a missing child when the incident unfolded. The department is reviewing the case and officer’s response.
2 teen boys arrested after allegedly stealing boat, hiding from deputies
A boat theft quickly turned into a hours long search for the two teen suspects. The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office used marine units, K9 teams, and a helicopter to track down a 14-year-old and a 17-year-old. Deputies found the teens inside a culvert near an elementary school.
A boat theft quickly turned into a hours long search for the two teen suspects. The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office used marine units, K9 teams, and a helicopter to track down a 14-year-old and a 17-year-old. Deputies found the teens inside a culvert near an elementary school.
5 deaths connected to Osceola, Polk counties unlicensed assisted living facility
Detective and prosecutors unveiled new information during the bond hearing of Ronald Keith Pack, 60, and Marie Carenan, 56, who are accused of a years-long scheme involving running unlicensed assisted living facilities. Five deaths are connected to these facilities, officials confirmed.
Detective and prosecutors unveiled new information during the bond hearing of Ronald Keith Pack, 60, and Marie Carenan, 56, who are accused of a years-long scheme involving running unlicensed assisted living facilities. Five deaths are connected to these facilities, officials confirmed.
Convicted felon Ronald Exantus to be released from prison
Following his Marion County arrest in Oct. 2025 for failing to register as a convicted felon, Ronald Exantus, will be released from prison in late July 2026. Exantus was acquitted of murder by reason of insanity in connection with the death of Kentucky boy, Logan Tipton, 6. Exantus was convicted of assaulting Logan's two sisters and dad.
Following his Marion County arrest in Oct. 2025 for failing to register as a convicted felon, Ronald Exantus, will be released from prison in late July 2026. Exantus was acquitted of murder by reason of insanity in connection with the death of Kentucky boy, Logan Tipton, 6. Exantus was convicted of assaulting Logan's two sisters and dad.
Shahidul Islam faces death penalty for role in sister-in-law's death
According to a new Florida law, the death penalty is an option for those who've committed a capital crime and are in the U.S. illegally. Shahidul Islam is a suspect in the death of his sister-in-law, 44-year-old victim Monica Islam, who was shot and killed in Mount Dora on May 2, 2025.
According to a new Florida law, the death penalty is an option for those who've committed a capital crime and are in the U.S. illegally. Shahidul Islam is a suspect in the death of his sister-in-law, 44-year-old victim Monica Islam, who was shot and killed in Mount Dora on May 2, 2025.
Released video shows high-speed crash, killing 2
Aerial footage released by the Seminole County Sheriff's Office shows a suspect, identified as Marquavious Tayvon Wheaton, 26, speeding down U.S. Highway 17-92 before crashing into another vehicle. Two brothers in the second vehicle, Christopher J. Marier, 42, and Tyler M. Marier, 40, died.
Aerial footage released by the Seminole County Sheriff's Office shows a suspect, identified as Marquavious Tayvon Wheaton, 26, speeding down U.S. Highway 17-92 before crashing into another vehicle. Two brothers in the second vehicle, Christopher J. Marier, 42, and Tyler M. Marier, 40, died.
Florida sheriff responds to sergeant's arrest after trying to kiss woman, shove husband
A sergeant with the Volusia Sheriff's Office has resigned after he was reportedly intoxicated a New Smyrna Beach bar when he tried to kiss a 71-year-old woman and then push her 77-year-old husband. Sheriff Mike Chitwood reported the former sergeant checked himself into rehab.
A sergeant with the Volusia Sheriff's Office has resigned after he was reportedly intoxicated a New Smyrna Beach bar when he tried to kiss a 71-year-old woman and then push her 77-year-old husband. Sheriff Mike Chitwood reported the former sergeant checked himself into rehab.
Residents react to deputy-involved shooting in Ocala neighborhood
Residents in an Ocala neighborhood called the area "peaceful." That's before a domestic disturbance call led to a deputy shooting an armed suspect. The Marion County Sheriff's Office says the man threatened the deputy with a gun, before the deputy fired. The man later died, the sheriff's office reported.
Residents in an Ocala neighborhood called the area "peaceful." That's before a domestic disturbance call led to a deputy shooting an armed suspect. The Marion County Sheriff's Office says the man threatened the deputy with a gun, before the deputy fired. The man later died, the sheriff's office reported.
2 dead after hit by drug trafficking suspect, deputies say
A suspect is in the hospital after he was involved in a deadly crash on July 7. The Seminole County Sheriff's Office said it attempted to pull over the man in a traffic stop, before he fled and ultimately crashed into a car, killing two people and injuring a third.
A suspect is in the hospital after he was involved in a deadly crash on July 7. The Seminole County Sheriff's Office said it attempted to pull over the man in a traffic stop, before he fled and ultimately crashed into a car, killing two people and injuring a third.
Pedestrian recounts being targeted by angry driver on Orange County road
James Thompson, who was crossing the street on June 30, thought he could die if he didn't try to evade an "angry driver" on the road. Authorities arrested Marcus Williams for allegedly repeatedly trying to hit Thompson with his car.
James Thompson, who was crossing the street on June 30, thought he could die if he didn't try to evade an "angry driver" on the road. Authorities arrested Marcus Williams for allegedly repeatedly trying to hit Thompson with his car.
Witnesses describe high-speed Seminole County crash killing 2
A deadly multi-vehicle crash came after an unsuccessful traffic stop by the Seminole County deputies. The sheriff's office reported that deputies attempted to stop a suspected drug trafficker, when the driver sped off and later hit another car while traveling over 100 mph.
A deadly multi-vehicle crash came after an unsuccessful traffic stop by the Seminole County deputies. The sheriff's office reported that deputies attempted to stop a suspected drug trafficker, when the driver sped off and later hit another car while traveling over 100 mph.
Man shot, killed after threatening deputy with gun, sheriff's office says
A man died after being shot by a Marion County sheriff's deputy during a domestic disturbance call in Ocala on Tuesday afternoon. Investigators stated the deputy opened fire to “eliminate a threat” after the man reportedly threatened the deputy with a gun. The deputy immediately rendered medical aid to the suspect, and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement has stepped in to conduct an independent investigation into the shooting.
A man died after being shot by a Marion County sheriff's deputy during a domestic disturbance call in Ocala on Tuesday afternoon. Investigators stated the deputy opened fire to “eliminate a threat” after the man reportedly threatened the deputy with a gun. The deputy immediately rendered medical aid to the suspect, and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement has stepped in to conduct an independent investigation into the shooting.
Suspected drug trafficker kills 2 in multi-car crash, deputies say
A suspected drug trafficker was speeding in Sanford, July 7, before hitting another vehicle and killing two people. A third person was rushed to the hospital and the suspect has been taken into custody.
A suspected drug trafficker was speeding in Sanford, July 7, before hitting another vehicle and killing two people. A third person was rushed to the hospital and the suspect has been taken into custody.
Osceola County cracks down on illegal parties at short term rentals
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office now has a specialized unit to track down and bust illegal parties at short term rentals. Over Fourth of July weekend, two of these raids resulted in the arrests of six people in connection to drug possession, underage drinking and resisting arrest charges, the sheriff's office said.
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office now has a specialized unit to track down and bust illegal parties at short term rentals. Over Fourth of July weekend, two of these raids resulted in the arrests of six people in connection to drug possession, underage drinking and resisting arrest charges, the sheriff's office said.
Volusia sergeant arrested after intoxicated bar fight, sheriff says
An off-duty Volusia Sheriff’s sergeant was arrested following a reported intoxicated altercation with a couple at a bar in New Smyrna Beach. The Volusia Sheriff's Office reported 44-year-old Jason Stickels attacked a 71-year-old woman and then turned on her 77-year-old husband when he tried to intervene.
An off-duty Volusia Sheriff’s sergeant was arrested following a reported intoxicated altercation with a couple at a bar in New Smyrna Beach. The Volusia Sheriff's Office reported 44-year-old Jason Stickels attacked a 71-year-old woman and then turned on her 77-year-old husband when he tried to intervene.
Intoxicated man 'accidentally' fired gun, hitting building, police say
A man was arrested Monday after police say he accidentally fired a stolen gun in downtown Orlando last week. Justice Fletcher faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault with a firearm, shooting into a public building and using a firearm while under the influence of alcoholic beverages.
A man was arrested Monday after police say he accidentally fired a stolen gun in downtown Orlando last week. Justice Fletcher faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault with a firearm, shooting into a public building and using a firearm while under the influence of alcoholic beverages.
Lightning strike sparks house fire; off-duty sergeant rescues woman, 2 dogs
An off-duty Leesburg police sergeant rescued a homeowner and her two dogs after spotting flames coming from the roof of a Yalaha home that had been struck by lightning, authorities said.
An off-duty Leesburg police sergeant rescued a homeowner and her two dogs after spotting flames coming from the roof of a Yalaha home that had been struck by lightning, authorities said.
Florida man accused of stealing, selling Smokey Bear signs online for $1,900 a piece
A Florida Panhandle man is facing a federal charge after authorities accused him of stealing Smokey Bear signs from state forests and selling them online.
A Florida Panhandle man is facing a federal charge after authorities accused him of stealing Smokey Bear signs from state forests and selling them online.