Floirda law enforcement, Uber crack down on human trafficking with new initiatives | FULL
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Reporting human trafficking incidents remains top of mind for Uber, especially as Florida heads into summer and the the 2026 World Cup will host seven games in Miami. Law enforcement officials caution Floridians to be on the guard, while Attorney General James Uthmeier says child predators will be prosecuted to the fullest.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Reporting human trafficking incidents remains top of mind for Uber, especially as Florida heads into summer and the the 2026 World Cup will host seven games in Miami. Law enforcement officials caution Floridians to be on the guard, while Attorney General James Uthmeier says child predators will be prosecuted to the fullest.
Uber's initiatives against human trafficking as 2026 World Cup comes to Miami
Uber is increasing awareness around human trafficking as Florida's summer and 2026 World Cup games in Miami draw nearer. Uber is providing educational resources to the community and training drivers what signs to look for.
Uber is increasing awareness around human trafficking as Florida's summer and 2026 World Cup games in Miami draw nearer. Uber is providing educational resources to the community and training drivers what signs to look for.
Volusia County toll booth attendant killed after truck driver slams into booth, deputies say
A pickup truck slammed into a beach toll booth on Monday afternoon, killing the woman who was working inside of it, and continued to drive onto the beach, before eventually becoming stuck in the sand, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood.
A pickup truck slammed into a beach toll booth on Monday afternoon, killing the woman who was working inside of it, and continued to drive onto the beach, before eventually becoming stuck in the sand, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood.
Florida home intrusion: Couple reports woman entering home, making coffee, deputies say
A Florida woman was arrested after a Leesburg couple caught her inside their kitchen brewing coffee while they were outside swimming in their pool.
A Florida woman was arrested after a Leesburg couple caught her inside their kitchen brewing coffee while they were outside swimming in their pool.
Police: Florida mom left daughter, 3, in hot car | FULL
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | The DeLand Police Department responded to a May 31 incident in which a girl, 3, was found left alone in a hot car. Police reported the girl was in the car for three hours while her mother was inside a plasma center. The mom, Latana Williams, 27, was taken into police custody and hospitalized due to an allergic reaction to the stainless steel handcuff, the department said.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | The DeLand Police Department responded to a May 31 incident in which a girl, 3, was found left alone in a hot car. Police reported the girl was in the car for three hours while her mother was inside a plasma center. The mom, Latana Williams, 27, was taken into police custody and hospitalized due to an allergic reaction to the stainless steel handcuff, the department said.
Florida mom arrested after girl, 3, found left in hot car: 'The child was suffering' police say
A Florida mom was taken into custody after her 3-year-old child was found unresponsive and reportedly suffering from a seizure after being left alone in a hot car for two hours.
A Florida mom was taken into custody after her 3-year-old child was found unresponsive and reportedly suffering from a seizure after being left alone in a hot car for two hours.
Video: Women twerking at Orlando officers at Orlando Carnival Downtown event
The Orlando Police Department responded to a video circulating online regarding women dancing in front and on top of a golf cart, in which Orlando officers were sitting. In a statement to FOX 35, the department said the behavior in the video doesn't reflect the "professionalism expected of Orlando Police officers." The department has launched an internal investigation.
The Orlando Police Department responded to a video circulating online regarding women dancing in front and on top of a golf cart, in which Orlando officers were sitting. In a statement to FOX 35, the department said the behavior in the video doesn't reflect the "professionalism expected of Orlando Police officers." The department has launched an internal investigation.
Florida man allegedly hurled brick through multiple church windows
Palm Bay Police were called to The House Church on Sunday night, May 24, after a nearby worker reported seeing a man – identified as Michael Williams, 53 – taking bricks from a walkway and hurling them through the church's windows and doors. In total, 11 windows and one door were shattered.
Palm Bay Police were called to The House Church on Sunday night, May 24, after a nearby worker reported seeing a man – identified as Michael Williams, 53 – taking bricks from a walkway and hurling them through the church's windows and doors. In total, 11 windows and one door were shattered.
James Grover: Life sentence for enticing minor with autism
James Grover, the 63-year-old founder of the Sanford-based non-profit Special Needs Advocacy Program (SNAP), was sentenced to life in federal prison following his March conviction for coercing and enticing an autistic minor into sexual activity. The FBI said Grover targeted young boys while working at SNAP and Autism on the Seas, using his professional authority to send explicit, inappropriate messages to children under his care.
James Grover, the 63-year-old founder of the Sanford-based non-profit Special Needs Advocacy Program (SNAP), was sentenced to life in federal prison following his March conviction for coercing and enticing an autistic minor into sexual activity. The FBI said Grover targeted young boys while working at SNAP and Autism on the Seas, using his professional authority to send explicit, inappropriate messages to children under his care.
Florida mother accused of child abuse after baby suffers 10 potential fractures: ‘Full of deception and lies’
A Florida woman has been arrested on felony child abuse charges after a several-month-long investigation that spanned multiple counties.
A Florida woman has been arrested on felony child abuse charges after a several-month-long investigation that spanned multiple counties.
Tracy Ocasio search: 17 years later, high-tech teams hit Lake Apopka waters to look for missing Ocoee woman
It has been 17 years since Tracy Ocasio walked out of a MetroWest bar and vanished into the night. For her family, it has been nearly two decades of silence, courtroom battles, and a search that never truly ends.
It has been 17 years since Tracy Ocasio walked out of a MetroWest bar and vanished into the night. For her family, it has been nearly two decades of silence, courtroom battles, and a search that never truly ends.
Deadly Cocoa dog attack: Arrest made in neighbor's mauling death
A Florida woman has been arrested on a manslaughter charge after authorities said her dogs escaped repeatedly from her yard before fatally mauling a neighbor earlier this month.
A Florida woman has been arrested on a manslaughter charge after authorities said her dogs escaped repeatedly from her yard before fatally mauling a neighbor earlier this month.
Anna Kepner update: Timeline, witness statements the night of teen girl's death
An unsealed federal court transcript details a minute-by-minute timeline from closed-circuit television footage linking Anna Kepner's stepbrother, Timothy Hudson, 16, to the being in the cabin the last time she was seen alive.
An unsealed federal court transcript details a minute-by-minute timeline from closed-circuit television footage linking Anna Kepner's stepbrother, Timothy Hudson, 16, to the being in the cabin the last time she was seen alive.
Teen murder suspect in family custody before trial
Following a May 27 court appearance, a federal judge allowed Timothy Hudson to remain in the custody of his family. Hudson will continue living with his uncle, FOX 35's Esther Bower reported. Hudson was seen leaving court with his family and attorneys before getting into a black SUV.
Following a May 27 court appearance, a federal judge allowed Timothy Hudson to remain in the custody of his family. Hudson will continue living with his uncle, FOX 35's Esther Bower reported. Hudson was seen leaving court with his family and attorneys before getting into a black SUV.
Daytona Beach Police search for murder suspect | FULL
Daytona Beach police are searching for a murder suspect that fled Alachua County. The suspect, identified as Xavion Perry III, was spotted by officers Tuesday night, May 26.
Daytona Beach police are searching for a murder suspect that fled Alachua County. The suspect, identified as Xavion Perry III, was spotted by officers Tuesday night, May 26.
Anna Kepner update: Teen charged with killing stepsister remains with family before trial
Timothy Hudson, the teen charged in the death of his stepsister on a Carnival cruise ship, is allowed to remain in the custody of his family before his jury trial.
Timothy Hudson, the teen charged in the death of his stepsister on a Carnival cruise ship, is allowed to remain in the custody of his family before his jury trial.
Michael Millett: Judge urges speed in case where dog mauled child to death
A judge on Tuesday set an October trial date in the case involving the deadly dog mauling of 8-year-old Michael Millett, while criticizing prosecutors over delays in the proceedings.
A judge on Tuesday set an October trial date in the case involving the deadly dog mauling of 8-year-old Michael Millett, while criticizing prosecutors over delays in the proceedings.
Woman killed in shooting in Apopka, deputies say
Orange County deputies are investigating a deadly shooting that happened Monday evening in Apopka.
Orange County deputies are investigating a deadly shooting that happened Monday evening in Apopka.
New suspect charged after wrongful arrest in deadly Flagler County crash
A woman wrongfully arrested in a deadly Flagler County hit-and-run crash has now had her charges dropped after investigators identified a new suspect.
A woman wrongfully arrested in a deadly Flagler County hit-and-run crash has now had her charges dropped after investigators identified a new suspect.
Family visiting Central Florida says dog died after attack at Kissimmee vacation rental
What was supposed to be a relaxing Central Florida vacation ended in heartbreak for one visiting family.
What was supposed to be a relaxing Central Florida vacation ended in heartbreak for one visiting family.