Orlando nurse accused of sexual battery on patient arrested over 1 year later: Why the delay?
A nurse at AdventHealth in Orlando, accused of sexually battering a patient over a year ago, was only arrested this month, with law enforcement citing delays in obtaining information from the hospital as a major factor.
A nurse at AdventHealth in Orlando, accused of sexually battering a patient over a year ago, was only arrested this month, with law enforcement citing delays in obtaining information from the hospital as a major factor.
Teen charged with murder after intentionally running over another teen, leading to death: Sheriff's office
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office says a teenager intentionally ran over another teen who later died from an incident that was first investigated as a hit-and-run crash last year.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office says a teenager intentionally ran over another teen who later died from an incident that was first investigated as a hit-and-run crash last year.
Dog allegedly stolen and held for ransom returned to owner after missing for weeks
A dog allegedly stolen while its owner was across the country has been safely returned, authorities said.
A dog allegedly stolen while its owner was across the country has been safely returned, authorities said.
New Smyrna Beach police take zero-tolerance approach ahead of spring break
Police in New Smyrna Beach say they are preparing for spring break crowds and warning visitors they will strictly enforce local laws.
Police in New Smyrna Beach say they are preparing for spring break crowds and warning visitors they will strictly enforce local laws.
DOJ: Florida man pleads guilty to theft of $50K from VA while acting as a fiduciary for Veteran
The Department of Justice (DOJ) says a Florida man has pleaded guilty to theft of over $50,000 of Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) funds.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) says a Florida man has pleaded guilty to theft of over $50,000 of Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) funds.
Florida college student, 20, gave birth in toilet; suspected of letting her newborn baby die, deputies say
A Florida college student has been detained and is being investigated in the death of her newborn baby.
A Florida college student has been detained and is being investigated in the death of her newborn baby.
Florida man accused of killing Paisley Brown, 3, also charged with child abuse of 2 kids
Authorities are currently interviewing several children, the oldest being nine years old, to accurately document the situation that led to the death of a three-year-old girl in Marion County.
Authorities are currently interviewing several children, the oldest being nine years old, to accurately document the situation that led to the death of a three-year-old girl in Marion County.
Video shows arrest of man accused of multi-county Florida shooting spree
Authorities have released body camera video of the take-down of a South Florida man accused of a string of shootings spanning from Miami-Dade County to Brevard County.
Authorities have released body camera video of the take-down of a South Florida man accused of a string of shootings spanning from Miami-Dade County to Brevard County.
Melbourne manhunt: Video shows convicted felon slips handcuffs, sparking 24-hour search
Newly released body camera video shows the moment a convicted felon slipped out of his handcuffs and triggered a 24-hour manhunt in Brevard County.
Newly released body camera video shows the moment a convicted felon slipped out of his handcuffs and triggered a 24-hour manhunt in Brevard County.
Mom, caretaker of girl, 3, charged in connection to her death
PRESS CONFERENCE | The mother and caretaker of 3-year-old Paisley Brown, who died on Feb. 19, have been charged in connection to her death. The Marion County Sheriff's office said the investigation is ongoing as more kids also affected are being interviewed.
PRESS CONFERENCE | The mother and caretaker of 3-year-old Paisley Brown, who died on Feb. 19, have been charged in connection to her death. The Marion County Sheriff's office said the investigation is ongoing as more kids also affected are being interviewed.
Florida man charged with murder in death of Marion County girl; child's mom also arrested
A Florida man has been charged with the murder of 3-year-old Paisley Brown, and her mother has been arrested on child neglect charges, authorities said.
A Florida man has been charged with the murder of 3-year-old Paisley Brown, and her mother has been arrested on child neglect charges, authorities said.
Support gathered for Deputy Jose Rivera shot in line of duty
FULL COVERAGE | Volusia County Deputy Jose Rivera was shot in the line of duty, injured in the leg and shoulder. On March 4, he was released from the hospital, following a ride in Air One and a gathering of support a park in Deltona before going home. FOX 35 spoke with Sheriff Mike Chitwood, Lt. John Cort and former former sheriff's detective and investigator Jamie Copenhaver.
FULL COVERAGE | Volusia County Deputy Jose Rivera was shot in the line of duty, injured in the leg and shoulder. On March 4, he was released from the hospital, following a ride in Air One and a gathering of support a park in Deltona before going home. FOX 35 spoke with Sheriff Mike Chitwood, Lt. John Cort and former former sheriff's detective and investigator Jamie Copenhaver.
Deputies gather to support Jose Rivera, shot in the line of duty
"We're thankful he's coming home." Deputy Jose Rivera was shot in the shoulder and thigh while investigating a reported vandalism to a woman's car on March 2. Now, his fellow officers and members of the public gathered to show their support.
"We're thankful he's coming home." Deputy Jose Rivera was shot in the shoulder and thigh while investigating a reported vandalism to a woman's car on March 2. Now, his fellow officers and members of the public gathered to show their support.
Florida executes man convicted in 1991 killing of Fort Pierce police officer
Billy Leon Kearse was executed Tuesday evening for the 1991 killing of a Fort Pierce police officer, closing a case that has moved through Florida’s courts for more than three decades.
Billy Leon Kearse was executed Tuesday evening for the 1991 killing of a Fort Pierce police officer, closing a case that has moved through Florida’s courts for more than three decades.
Suspect admits intent to killing deputies if ammo hadn’t run out: Affidavit
Though a man accused of shooting at two Volusia County deputies doesn't have any prior convictions, he does have previous arrests for violence-related offenses. Now, Luis Diaz Polanco is in jail without bond after allegedly shooting at two deputies on March 2.
Though a man accused of shooting at two Volusia County deputies doesn't have any prior convictions, he does have previous arrests for violence-related offenses. Now, Luis Diaz Polanco is in jail without bond after allegedly shooting at two deputies on March 2.
Volusia County deputy shot twice in Deltona, body camera also shot: Sheriff
A Volusia County deputy was shot twice on Monday afternoon while investigating a call in Deltona, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood. That deputy was treated at the hospital and is expected to be OK, the sheriff said.
A Volusia County deputy was shot twice on Monday afternoon while investigating a call in Deltona, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood. That deputy was treated at the hospital and is expected to be OK, the sheriff said.
Florida man accused of trying to drive off in ambulance while medics treated patient
A Brevard County man was arrested after deputies say he tried to drive away in an ambulance that was blocking his driveway while paramedics treated a patient inside.
A Brevard County man was arrested after deputies say he tried to drive away in an ambulance that was blocking his driveway while paramedics treated a patient inside.
Nearly 1,000 brush fires reported statewide as Florida drought worsens
Nearly 1,000 brush fires have ignited across Florida since the start of the year as drought conditions intensify and firefighters brace for what officials warn could be a severe wildfire season.
Nearly 1,000 brush fires have ignited across Florida since the start of the year as drought conditions intensify and firefighters brace for what officials warn could be a severe wildfire season.
Sanford 7-Eleven shooting: 1 hurt as gas station
Police responded to a shooting at a Sanford 7-Eleven on West 25th Street around 1:30 p.m on Feb. 27. One victim was transported to a local hospital following the incident, though their current condition has not been released. The Sanford Police Department is currently investigating the scene to determine the circumstances surrounding the gunfire.
Police responded to a shooting at a Sanford 7-Eleven on West 25th Street around 1:30 p.m on Feb. 27. One victim was transported to a local hospital following the incident, though their current condition has not been released. The Sanford Police Department is currently investigating the scene to determine the circumstances surrounding the gunfire.
Over 500 illegal gambling machines seized in Florida 4-county raid
Law enforcement recently dismantled a large-scale gambling operation, seizing 525 illegal machines and $190,000 from 39 locations across four Florida counties. The investigation revealed sophisticated equipment—ranging from slot machines to "fish tables"—operating in unexpected venues like gas stations, nail salons, and beauty supply stores.
Law enforcement recently dismantled a large-scale gambling operation, seizing 525 illegal machines and $190,000 from 39 locations across four Florida counties. The investigation revealed sophisticated equipment—ranging from slot machines to "fish tables"—operating in unexpected venues like gas stations, nail salons, and beauty supply stores.