Marion County deputy shoots, kills girlfriend with rifle while teaching how to clean guns, police say

A former Marion County sheriff's deputy was arrested Thursday under suspicion of manslaughter after his girlfriend was shot in the head and killed, according to the Ocala Police Department.

Former Florida youth basketball coach accused of molesting children, holding teen captive

A former Boys and Girls Club basketball coach in Marion County is accused of child molestation, human trafficking, and the production and possession of child pornography, among other criminal acts, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.

Florida man arrested for keeping alligators in his backyard swimming pool, FWC says

A Florida man has been arrested after he was caught keeping alligators and several freshwater slider turtles on his property, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

5 students charged, principal injured in fight at West Port High School, officials say

Five students were arrested and a principal was injured during a fight that broke out at West Port High School in Ocala on Monday, according to the school district.

Florida man accused of extortion arrested following chase through Walmart

A routine Sunday grocery run turned chaotic for some when deputies in Marion County pursued a wanted man through the produce section of a Walmart store.

Florida Primary 2024 Election Results: FOX 51 viewing area

Here are the Florida Primary results for the FOX 51 viewing area, Aug. 20, 2024. These include Alachua, Dixie, Levy, Gilchrist, and Marion counties.

Susan Lorincz guilty in manslaughter
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Susan Lorincz shot and killed AJ Owens last year over Owens' children playing near her yard. Owens' family was in court all week and say they are happy about the jury finding Lorincz guilty.

AJ Owens' mother speaks after Lorincz verdict
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Aj Owens' mother spoke to the media after a jury found Susan Lorincz guilty of manslaughter on Friday, August 16, 2024

Jury finds Lorincz guilty of killing neighbor
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A jury has found Florida woman Susan Lorincz guilty of manslaughter for shooting and killing her neighbor AJ Owens.

Susan Lorincz trial coming to an end
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Susan Lorincz did not take the stand in her trial. The woman is accused of shooting through her door, killing Ajay Owens in Ocala.

Ocala woman forced to evacuate new home due to ground depression

A woman in Ocala is being forced to move out of her home, she said, due to the sudden appearance of large holes on her property

Susan Lorincz Trial Day 2: Suspect was on narcotics during deadly shooting, prosecutors say

Susan Lorincz was on a painkilling narcotic when she shot and killed AJ Owens, according to investigators. That detail emerged on the second day of Lorincz's trial, raising questions about her clarity and honesty with Marion County Sheriff’s Office detectives.

Witness testimony at Susan Lorincz trial
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The second day of the Susan Lorincz trial happened Wednesday. Two of Ajay Owen's kids will not be testifying.