Florida sheriff on door kick challenge: 'You can get killed'
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood said parents need to talk to their kids about the so-called "Door Kick Challenge" on TikTok. He said it's a matter of time until someone chooses the wrong house and the homeowner assumes it's a burglar -- and the homeowner shoots them. "You can get killed. It's a felony. It's a burglary. This isn't a game...Your breaking into someone's home. They have the right to use deadly force in that case."
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood said parents need to talk to their kids about the so-called "Door Kick Challenge" on TikTok. He said it's a matter of time until someone chooses the wrong house and the homeowner assumes it's a burglar -- and the homeowner shoots them. "You can get killed. It's a felony. It's a burglary. This isn't a game...Your breaking into someone's home. They have the right to use deadly force in that case."
Eduardo Machado: Life sentence for murder of Edgewater officer
The man accused of shooting and killing Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on Monday. Eduardo Machado pleaded no contest to first-degree murder, part of a plea agreement to avoid the death penalty.
The man accused of shooting and killing Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on Monday. Eduardo Machado pleaded no contest to first-degree murder, part of a plea agreement to avoid the death penalty.
Florida man plows truck down Orlando road, hitting vehicles: Police
A truck driver is accused of hitting a parked car and then driving off, according to Orlando police. Rakeem Williams, 32, faces a charge of leaving the scene of a crash with property damage, according to an arrest affidavit. Police said Williams attempted to drive down a narrow road near South Street when he hit the parked car.
A truck driver is accused of hitting a parked car and then driving off, according to Orlando police. Rakeem Williams, 32, faces a charge of leaving the scene of a crash with property damage, according to an arrest affidavit. Police said Williams attempted to drive down a narrow road near South Street when he hit the parked car.
Puppy, found left in hot car, rescued by police
A Florida woman was arrested for animal cruelty after leaving her dog in a hot car while shopping in a store. Police rescued the dog from the hot car, giving her water and taking her into their air-conditioned patrol vehicle. The dog's owner claimed she wasn't gone long and that she was waiting in line.
A Florida woman was arrested for animal cruelty after leaving her dog in a hot car while shopping in a store. Police rescued the dog from the hot car, giving her water and taking her into their air-conditioned patrol vehicle. The dog's owner claimed she wasn't gone long and that she was waiting in line.
Puppy rescued after left in hot car in Florida heat | Body camera
Body camera footage from the Lady Lake Police Department shows the rescue of a puppy after she was left in a car turned off in an unshaded area of shopping plaza parking lot. Officers saved the dog, giving her water before taking her into their air conditioned vehicle.
Body camera footage from the Lady Lake Police Department shows the rescue of a puppy after she was left in a car turned off in an unshaded area of shopping plaza parking lot. Officers saved the dog, giving her water before taking her into their air conditioned vehicle.
U.S. Coastguard seizes sailboat after woman, Lynette Hooker, missing
A sailboat was seized off the coast of Melbourne after a woman went missing while on a trip with her husband. Investigators are now working to dig into the data on the boat to build a timeline as to the whereabouts of Lynette Hooker.
A sailboat was seized off the coast of Melbourne after a woman went missing while on a trip with her husband. Investigators are now working to dig into the data on the boat to build a timeline as to the whereabouts of Lynette Hooker.
Is the viral 'doorkick' challenge dangerous? Sheriff gives warning
After teens were caught on video kicking in doors in Deltona, leading to one arrest, authorities are warning the viral "door kicking" challenge is dangerous. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood believes if these incidents continue, someone could die, FOX 35's Chris Lindsay reported.
After teens were caught on video kicking in doors in Deltona, leading to one arrest, authorities are warning the viral "door kicking" challenge is dangerous. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood believes if these incidents continue, someone could die, FOX 35's Chris Lindsay reported.
Deputies use "grappler" tool to apprehend shooting suspects
Orange County deputies used a specialized "Grappler" tool to end a high-speed pursuit and arrest two suspects connected to a shooting at the Kingswood Apartments on April 12. The sheriff's office said this tool helps "bring dangerous situations to a safer end."
Orange County deputies used a specialized "Grappler" tool to end a high-speed pursuit and arrest two suspects connected to a shooting at the Kingswood Apartments on April 12. The sheriff's office said this tool helps "bring dangerous situations to a safer end."
Accused killer let off easy? Savion Lambert withdraws 20-year plea
After a plea deal, allowing Savion Lambert to serve 20 years for the murder of Carlos Perez, now the deal is dead after Perez's family argued against it. State Attorney Monique Worrell continued to defend the agreement, saying the facts show the shooting was accidental.
After a plea deal, allowing Savion Lambert to serve 20 years for the murder of Carlos Perez, now the deal is dead after Perez's family argued against it. State Attorney Monique Worrell continued to defend the agreement, saying the facts show the shooting was accidental.
Heriberto Medina Marquez: Suspect accused of ambushing deputy attacked law enforcement before
Newly released video shows a Marion County sheriff's deputy being stabbed multiple times in the chest during what investigators describe as an ambush attack, with authorities saying the deputy survived because he was wearing a protective vest.
Newly released video shows a Marion County sheriff's deputy being stabbed multiple times in the chest during what investigators describe as an ambush attack, with authorities saying the deputy survived because he was wearing a protective vest.
2 suspects sought in Orange City jewelry heist attempt
Two masked men are being sought as suspects in a robbery attempt in Orange City. This happened on May 13, in which several people were sprayed with bear mace. Though nothing was stolen, police are searching for the two people involved.
Two masked men are being sought as suspects in a robbery attempt in Orange City. This happened on May 13, in which several people were sprayed with bear mace. Though nothing was stolen, police are searching for the two people involved.
Watch: Florida deputy ambushed, stabbed on call
Released Marion County Sheriff's office body camera footage shows a man attack and stab a Florida deputy multiple times before running away into the woods. The man is now charged with attempted murder of a law enforcement officer.
Released Marion County Sheriff's office body camera footage shows a man attack and stab a Florida deputy multiple times before running away into the woods. The man is now charged with attempted murder of a law enforcement officer.
2 Seminole County students bring gun to 2 separate schools
Two students were arrested May 14 after guns were found at Seminole High School and Lyman High School in separate incidents. For many parents, the uncertainty intensified the fear as authorities searched the campuses.
Two students were arrested May 14 after guns were found at Seminole High School and Lyman High School in separate incidents. For many parents, the uncertainty intensified the fear as authorities searched the campuses.
Florida man 'tries to kill' deputy in stab attack, detectives say
A Florida deputy, Robert Fitch, was attacked and stabbed several times when responding to a call on May 13. The reported stabber ran into a wooded area where he was later apprehended by other deputies. Detectives say the reported stabber was trying to kill Deputy Fitch.
A Florida deputy, Robert Fitch, was attacked and stabbed several times when responding to a call on May 13. The reported stabber ran into a wooded area where he was later apprehended by other deputies. Detectives say the reported stabber was trying to kill Deputy Fitch.
Theft ring responsible for over $12 million in stolen items dismantled in Operation D-Fence: HCSO
A massive, organized retail theft ring that was responsible for moving millions of dollars in stolen goods has been dismantled following a joint operation.
A massive, organized retail theft ring that was responsible for moving millions of dollars in stolen goods has been dismantled following a joint operation.
Florida man blows fentanyl into air at deputy to eliminate evidence, sheriff's office says
A Florida man, who deputies said had multiple signs of drug usage in his car, allegedly blew fentanyl into the air at a deputy, to eliminate evidence, the Marion County Sheriff's office said.
A Florida man, who deputies said had multiple signs of drug usage in his car, allegedly blew fentanyl into the air at a deputy, to eliminate evidence, the Marion County Sheriff's office said.
Anna Kepner update: September jury trial date for stepbrother accused of killing teen girl
A trial date for a Florida teen accused of killing his stepsister while on family vacation has been moved to September.
A trial date for a Florida teen accused of killing his stepsister while on family vacation has been moved to September.
'Youthful offender sentences' in case of Marcus Anderson | FULL
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | State Attorney for the Ninth Judicial Circuit of Florida, Monique Worrell defended the decision by pointing to Florida’s "Stand Your Ground" law in the case of Marcus Anderson. She explained that because Anderson could have used this law as a legal defense, it made the outcome of a jury trial unpredictable.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | State Attorney for the Ninth Judicial Circuit of Florida, Monique Worrell defended the decision by pointing to Florida’s "Stand Your Ground" law in the case of Marcus Anderson. She explained that because Anderson could have used this law as a legal defense, it made the outcome of a jury trial unpredictable.
11 survive small plane crash off Florida coast, near Melbourne: U.S. Coast Guard
The U.S. Coast Guard on Tuesday assisted in the rescue of passengers after a small plane crashed about 80 miles off Melbourne, Florida.
The U.S. Coast Guard on Tuesday assisted in the rescue of passengers after a small plane crashed about 80 miles off Melbourne, Florida.
Volusia County Sheriff on deputy involved shooting, 1 dead | FULL
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | In a May 11 press conference, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood provided a six-hour timeline in which law enforcement pursued a suspect who was reportedly speeding, running red lights and almost hit a pedestrian. The chase ended after the suspect was shot by a deputy in a DeLand Walmart parking lot.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | In a May 11 press conference, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood provided a six-hour timeline in which law enforcement pursued a suspect who was reportedly speeding, running red lights and almost hit a pedestrian. The chase ended after the suspect was shot by a deputy in a DeLand Walmart parking lot.