Is lightning damage covered by insurance? Strike sparks fire that destroys Seminole County home
A home in Seminole County was destroyed after it was struck by lightning late Monday night, sparking a massive fire that left the structure with its roof collapsed and neighbors shaken.
Florida contractor scams several victims out of thousands for Hurricane Ian repairs, police say
A Florida contractor has been sentenced after police say he scammed multiple victims out of thousands of dollars for Hurricane Ian repairs.
New video shows moments man allegedly fires gun outside DeLand bar
New surveillance footage shows the moment a man walked up to another outside a DeLand bar and allegedly pulled the trigger in a shooting police say stemmed from a $5 drink dispute.
Florida woman arrested after trying to hide drugs in patrol vehicle, deputies say
A Palm Coast woman is facing multiple drug charges after deputies say she attempted to discard methamphetamine inside a patrol vehicle following a traffic stop Monday night.
Lake County man arrested after allegedly threatening to kill during altercation
A Lake County man was arrested after allegedly assaulting and threatening another man with a firearm during a domestic dispute, according to sheriff's deputies.
DeLand bar shooting: Florida man who fired gun over $5 beer denied bond, officials say
A Florida man was denied bond Monday morning after allegedly shooting outside a DeLand bar over a $5 drink. Calvin Gilbert, 55, faces charges including attempted first-degree murder and using a firearm while under the influence.
Mayonnaise request may have led to Checkers employee shooting, killing customer: Investigators
A fast food worker accused of fatally shooting a customer who complained about his order appeared in court Friday as new and disturbing details emerged about the incident outside a Checkers restaurant in Kissimmee.
Man arrested in Florida beach brawl as Volusia County deputies prepare for Memorial Day weekend
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Volusia County Beach Patrol is bracing for a surge in visitors, calling the holiday an “all hands on deck” operation. In the lead-up to the weekend, a beach incident turned violent when a man allegedly drove recklessly on the sand and got into a fight with a bystander.
Florida man with ‘sordid history’ accused of trying to set roommates on fire: ‘Pure evil in the flesh’
A man, who Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says has an extensive criminal history, has been charged with five counts of first-degree attempted murder and arson.
Clermont police officers arrest suspect in attempted bank robbery, bomb threat
A suspect accused of attempting to rob a Clermont bank and threatening to detonate a bomb has been arrested, police announced Friday.
4 Flagler County deputies help to save a man threatening to jump off of overpass
The FOX35 Care Force is honoring several Flagler County deputies for their efforts to save a man who was threatening to jump off of a bridge and into oncoming traffic.
Florida teen arrested in Atlanta tied to shooting of baby in Brevard County, sheriff says
A 17-year-old suspect accused of shooting a 1-year-old girl in Brevard County last week has been arrested more than 500 miles away in Atlanta.
New video shows response to deadly ambush of deputies as suspect Julie Sulpizio ruled competent for trial
Newly released body camera footage reveals the chaotic and desperate efforts of SWAT officers as they attempted to rescue a wounded deputy during a deadly ambush in Lake County last August.
Haines City police captain among 10 indicted in Veterans Affairs fraud scheme
A captain with the Haines City Police Department was arrested on Thursday as part of a Veterans Affairs fraud scheme, according to officials.
Florida Checkers employee shoots, kills customer upset with order, police say
An argument over a food order at a Florida Checkers restaurant ended in shooting and one man dead, deputies said. A Checkers employee allegedly shot and killed a customer during an argument over the customer's food. The Checkers employee was arrested and booked into jail on one count of first-degree premeditated murder.
Two Israeli Embassy staffers fatally shot outside Capital Jewish Museum
Two Israeli Embassy staffers were shot and killed near the Capital Jewish Museum Wednesday night, D.C. police say.
Man charged with animal cruelty after video surfaces in Brevard County
A Brevard County man is facing felony animal cruelty charges after a home security camera allegedly captured him choking and hitting his dog in a disturbing incident from March.
Volusia deputies, New Smyrna Beach police detail response to stabbing rescue
The first responders who helped save a man after a stabbing in New Smyrna Beach are now sharing how their swift actions helped stabilize the victim and prevent further harm.
Orange County street takeover: FHP troopers ram vehicles, make arrests
Florida Highway Patrol troopers rammed two vehicles and drew their weapons during a chaotic street takeover over the weekend that ended in multiple arrests and dozens of drivers fleeing the scene at high speed.
Florida man shoots neighbor's pregnant cow after it wandered onto his property: deputies
A Florida man was arrested for allegedly shooting his neighbor's pregnant cow several times after it wandered onto his property, making good on his threat to shoot any animals that entered, according to deputies.