Witness shot, killed after trying to break up fight between man, woman: Deputies

A man has died after he was shot while attempting to intervene in a fight between two people in Apopka, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office said.

20 border collies rescued from ‘deplorable’ conditions in Florida home: MCSO

A Florida woman faces dozens of criminal charges after deputies executed a search warrant and rescued at least 20 border collies trapped inside a filthy home.

Trial for Luigi Mangione, charged in death of UnitedHealthcare CEO, to begin Sept. 8, jury to be anonymous

Luigi Mangione, who is charged in the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was back in court Tuesday, in what could be his final appearance before his high-profile New York murder trial gets underway next month.

Armed man killed after opening fire on Florida deputies during SWAT standoff: OCSO

An armed 29-year-old man was killed after he fired shots at deputies who were trying to serve warrants at his Crestview home Saturday morning, according to the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office.

Video: Florida man accused of driving 110 mph claimed he was speeding to catch his cheating girlfriend

A Florida man accused of driving 110 mph in a 60-mph zone was arrested early Aug. 1 under the state's "super speeder" law after telling a deputy he was rushing to catch his cheating girlfriend. 

Man shot, killed during alleged break-in at Lake County home

A man was shot and killed by a homeowner after deputies said he showed up unannounced at a Lake County home where his ex-girlfriend was visiting and tried to force his way inside.

2 men accused in alleged Tesla theft scheme in Central Florida

Two men are accused of taking part in a fraud scheme involving stolen Teslas after police said a black Tesla Model 3 was stolen from a dealership in Merritt Island and later driven to another Tesla dealership in Daytona Beach.

Man accused of vandalizing hearses at 2 Titusville funeral homes

A 60-year-old man is accused of vandalizing hearses at two Titusville funeral homes, causing thousands of dollars in damage and leaving the businesses scrambling to prepare vehicles for funeral services the following day.

Florida man accused of attempted murder at Miami lobster diving spot

A Florida man is accused of attempted murder after allegedly shutting off a diver's underwater air supply during a dispute over a Miami lobster dive spot.

Dad of DeLand double homicide suspect arrested
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Police have arrested the father of a 17-year-old accused of shooting and killing two teenagers in downtown DeLand. Daytron Etkins, 41, is accused of helping his son after the alleged shootings and "took steps intended to help him evade law enforcement," police said.

Fmr. investigator reacts to Polk Co. K9 unit shot during Florida arrest
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Former sheriff's detective and investigator James Copenhaver joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the relationship between K9 units and their assigned deputies after Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says a suspect opened fire on deputies during an attempted arrest, forcing the department to airlift K9 Ace to Lakewood Ranch.

Victims' families call for juvenile justice reforms after DeLand double murder

The families of two teenagers killed in a downtown DeLand shooting are calling for greater accountability in Florida's juvenile justice system as law enforcement officials and prosecutors continue to dispute whether earlier intervention could have prevented the killings.

Polk County K9 shot: Suspect killed in Kathleen woods shootout

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd credits a K9, who was shot and critically injured by a suspect, with saving the lives of three deputies Thursday evening. 

Volusia sheriff, Florida AG spar with attorney Monique Worrell over DeLand shooting suspect

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood have both criticized State Attorney Monique Worrell's Office following the arrest of a 17-year-old boy in connection with the shooting deaths of two teens in downtown DeLand.

Worrell fights critics amid DeLand shooting suspect's arrest | F
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State Attorney Monique Worrell held a news conference on Wednesday to respond to criticism from Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood and State Attorney General James Uthmeier. Both officials questioned the criminal history and apparent outcomes regarding the suspect arrested in the double murder of two teenagers in downtown DeLand. 

 Deland Double Homicide: Retired FBI Agent Shares how U.S. Marshals Tracked Down Teen Suspect
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 A community is grieving the loss of two teens following a fatal shooting allegedly involving a 17-year-old suspect. Good Day Orlando spoke with retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer about how U.S. Marshals tracked the teen to a motel over 100 miles away from the crime scene.