Groveland police sergeant suspended after alleged high-speed driving of up to 124 mph
A Groveland police sergeant has been suspended after an internal investigation found he repeatedly drove a marked patrol SUV at speeds exceeding 110 mph while off duty.
A Groveland police sergeant has been suspended after an internal investigation found he repeatedly drove a marked patrol SUV at speeds exceeding 110 mph while off duty.
Florida HOA vice president chased door-to-door sales reps, rammed their vehicle: Affidavit
The vice president of a Florida homeowners association was arrested after he allegedly chased a door-to-door salesperson through his neighborhood and then drove his truck into the middle of the street, blocking their vehicle, according to the arrest report.
The vice president of a Florida homeowners association was arrested after he allegedly chased a door-to-door salesperson through his neighborhood and then drove his truck into the middle of the street, blocking their vehicle, according to the arrest report.
Ex-Florida police chief was having affair, sex on duty with wife of suspect under investigation: FDLE report
Former Howey-in-the-Hills Police Chief Michael Giddens, who was placed on administrative leave in May and resigned in June, allegedly had an affair with the estranged wife of a suspect who was being actively investigated as part of a criminal probe, according to investigations by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
Former Howey-in-the-Hills Police Chief Michael Giddens, who was placed on administrative leave in May and resigned in June, allegedly had an affair with the estranged wife of a suspect who was being actively investigated as part of a criminal probe, according to investigations by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
James Duckett: New execution date set for former Florida officer convicted of killing girl
A former Mascotte police officer convicted of raping and killing an 11-year-old girl nearly 40 years ago is scheduled to be executed this month.
A former Mascotte police officer convicted of raping and killing an 11-year-old girl nearly 40 years ago is scheduled to be executed this month.
2 Florida school leaders arrested for DUI within hours of each other
Two Florida school leaders were recently arrested on suspicion of DUI within hours of each hour, prompting questions and concerns from their communities.
Two Florida school leaders were recently arrested on suspicion of DUI within hours of each hour, prompting questions and concerns from their communities.
Florida cemetery, town of Astatula, covered in debris after strong winds
Debris was found scattered all over an Astatula cemetery on July 10, after what appeared to be a tornado went through the town. Tree limbs and objects placed at grave sites were found over the grounds. Crews cleaned up damaged signs at the cemetery. Every grave and headstones remained untouched, officials said.
Debris was found scattered all over an Astatula cemetery on July 10, after what appeared to be a tornado went through the town. Tree limbs and objects placed at grave sites were found over the grounds. Crews cleaned up damaged signs at the cemetery. Every grave and headstones remained untouched, officials said.
Shahidul Islam faces death penalty for role in sister-in-law's death
According to a new Florida law, the death penalty is an option for those who've committed a capital crime and are in the U.S. illegally. Shahidul Islam is a suspect in the death of his sister-in-law, 44-year-old victim Monica Islam, who was shot and killed in Mount Dora on May 2, 2025.
According to a new Florida law, the death penalty is an option for those who've committed a capital crime and are in the U.S. illegally. Shahidul Islam is a suspect in the death of his sister-in-law, 44-year-old victim Monica Islam, who was shot and killed in Mount Dora on May 2, 2025.
Boy attacked by alligator during Florida father-son fishing trip, family says
Brodie, 11, was fishing with his dad on vacation in Florida when an alligator bit his hand. Doctors had to amputate it. The boy had caught a fish and was releasing it into the water when the alligator popped out of the watch and bit the boy's hand, family said.
Brodie, 11, was fishing with his dad on vacation in Florida when an alligator bit his hand. Doctors had to amputate it. The boy had caught a fish and was releasing it into the water when the alligator popped out of the watch and bit the boy's hand, family said.
Lightning strike sparks house fire; off-duty sergeant rescues woman, 2 dogs
An off-duty Leesburg police sergeant rescued a homeowner and her two dogs after spotting flames coming from the roof of a Yalaha home that had been struck by lightning, authorities said.
An off-duty Leesburg police sergeant rescued a homeowner and her two dogs after spotting flames coming from the roof of a Yalaha home that had been struck by lightning, authorities said.
Florida babysitter arrested after unattended child tested positive for THC, police say
A Florida woman was arrested on Friday, June 19, on accusations of leaving a child she was babysitting completely unattended, the report says.
A Florida woman was arrested on Friday, June 19, on accusations of leaving a child she was babysitting completely unattended, the report says.
Family recounts violent carjacking as suspect faces multiple charges
A family visiting Central Florida said they feared for their lives after a man allegedly stole their minivan from a Clermont gas station, struck one of the victims with the vehicle and led law enforcement on a chase through Lake County.
A family visiting Central Florida said they feared for their lives after a man allegedly stole their minivan from a Clermont gas station, struck one of the victims with the vehicle and led law enforcement on a chase through Lake County.
Motorcyclist, 20, recalls hit-and-run crash, recovers from several broken bones
"What kind of person just hits someone and leaves?" That’s the question 20-year-old Jeremiah Wormus is asking as he faces a lengthy physical recovery following a June 15 motorcycle hit-and-run crash. Resting his arm in a black sling, Wormus told FOX 35’s Alexus Cleavenger that the collision left him with multiple broken bones—including fractures to his right tibia and fibula near his ankle, and several broken knuckles.
"What kind of person just hits someone and leaves?" That’s the question 20-year-old Jeremiah Wormus is asking as he faces a lengthy physical recovery following a June 15 motorcycle hit-and-run crash. Resting his arm in a black sling, Wormus told FOX 35’s Alexus Cleavenger that the collision left him with multiple broken bones—including fractures to his right tibia and fibula near his ankle, and several broken knuckles.
Florida daycare arrest: Owner issues apology; Bodycam catches worker change her narrative
The owner of Luv N Hugs daycare issued a public apology to the family of a toddler who escaped the facility, stating that child safety remains her top priority.
The owner of Luv N Hugs daycare issued a public apology to the family of a toddler who escaped the facility, stating that child safety remains her top priority.
Monkey spotted near Mount Dora's Lakeside Inn as sightings continue across Central Florida
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the nonnative primates in Central Florida.
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the nonnative primates in Central Florida.
Unsafe child-to-staff ratios, missing employee background checks at Florida daycare: DCF reports
A FOX 35 records inspection has revealed that Luv-N-Hugs daycare in Fruitland Park has been cited by the state more than 10 times over the past three years for critical compliance failures. The public DCF reports show a history of violations including unsafe child-to-staff ratios, missing employee background checks, and structural hazards like exposed playground nails and standing water.
A FOX 35 records inspection has revealed that Luv-N-Hugs daycare in Fruitland Park has been cited by the state more than 10 times over the past three years for critical compliance failures. The public DCF reports show a history of violations including unsafe child-to-staff ratios, missing employee background checks, and structural hazards like exposed playground nails and standing water.
Elderly Florida man allegedly street racing, caught driving 110 mph in 45 mph zone: Deputies
An 85-year-old Leesburg man was arrested after Lake County deputies clocked him driving over 65 mph the posted speed limit and allegedly speed racing.
An 85-year-old Leesburg man was arrested after Lake County deputies clocked him driving over 65 mph the posted speed limit and allegedly speed racing.
Child seen running across U.S. 27 in Lake County; Daycare worker arrested, police say
A Lake County daycare worker faces child neglect charges after a child ran onto U.S. 27, police say.
A Lake County daycare worker faces child neglect charges after a child ran onto U.S. 27, police say.
Florida death row inmate James Duckett pushes for hearing reviewing DNA evidence
James Duckett, a Mascotte police officer convicted nearly 40 years ago of raping and murdering a little girl, has managed to keep the executioner at bay for a little while longer.
James Duckett, a Mascotte police officer convicted nearly 40 years ago of raping and murdering a little girl, has managed to keep the executioner at bay for a little while longer.
Nicole Baldwin: Police draining Deltona pond in search for Lake County woman missing since 2023
The Mount Dora Police Department is conducting a new search operation as part of its ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nicole Baldwin, who has been missing since late 2023.
The Mount Dora Police Department is conducting a new search operation as part of its ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nicole Baldwin, who has been missing since late 2023.
Pedestrian killed in crash on US-27 in Lady Lake, police say
A pedestrian died early Tuesday after being hit by two vehicles on US-27, and police are looking for the driver of a vehicle that left the scene.
A pedestrian died early Tuesday after being hit by two vehicles on US-27, and police are looking for the driver of a vehicle that left the scene.