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.

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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. 

Florida man 'tries to kill' deputy in stab attack, detectives say
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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.

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.

Pregnant hiker, partner, 3 dogs rescued after heat exhaustion on Florida trail

A pregnant woman, a man and three dogs were rescued in a remote area of the Juniper Prairie Wilderness after suffering signs of heat exhaustion, authorities said.

Ocala police looking for persons of interest after gun displayed at Paddock Mall

Ocala police are looking for multiple people who may have information about an incident that led to the temporary shutdown of the Paddock Mall over the weekend.

Parents demand answers after 2 Marion County school bus incidents in less than a week

Parents in Marion County are raising concerns about school bus safety after two serious incidents involving buses occurred within a week, including a deadly crash and a bus running a red light with children on board.

Pickup truck driver dies in school bus crash
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A truck driver is dead after a crash with a Marion County school bus on Wednesday.  Though students were on the bus at the time of the crash, Marion County officials reported none were injured. 

Florida school bus driver runs a red light with students on board
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A Marion County School District bus driver was caught on camera running a red light. The school district said the driver has been issued a formal reprimand following the incident.

Marion County firefighters avoid jail in firehouse hazing scandal
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Three former Marion County firefighters -- Seth Day, Edward Kenny, and Tate Trauthwein -- pleaded guilty to charges related to the hazing of another rookie firefighter. All three reached a plea deal with prosecutors. Under that plea agreement, all three former firefighters will avoid jail. They were also sentenced to a year of probation, community service, and behavior classes. Before accepting the deal, the judge asked the 19-year-old Kane Stewart, the victim, he was OK with the agreement. He said he was.  FOX 35 does not normally identify victims, but Kane Stewart talked two FOX 35 about the attack previously and was OK being identified.

Ex-Minor League baseball player claims he was late for practice, scared after I-75 crash: Affidavit

An 18-year-old Minor League baseball player arrested after a deadly crash on Interstate 75 told deputies that he was running late for practice and left the crash site because he was frustrated and scared, according to the arrest affidavit.

6 neglected horses rescued after owners arrested
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After horses at an Ocala horse rescue were found neglected and the owners were arrested, the horse are now under the care of a rescue.  

Young Florida mom killed in suspected DUI crash; Family seeks answers

A 22-year-old mother of two was killed in a crash on Interstate 75 that investigators say was caused by an impaired driver, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Ocala police captain graduates from FBI National Academy

Capt. Anthony Vizzini of the Ocala Police Department has graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, completing the program’s 297th session on March 18.

Possible overdose-turned suspicious death investigation in Marion County

Deputies with the Marion County Sheriff's Office are investigating a suspicious death after responding to a possible overdose Friday evening, authorities said.