2 arrested in Marion County for pointing BB gun at children

Two individuals were arrested after allegedly pointing a gun at children in northwest Marion County last week, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.

21 horses killed in Marion County barn fire, officials say

An early morning barn fire in Marion County has claimed the lives of 21 horses, officials say. Firefighters said they found the 10,000-square-foot, single-story barn fully engulfed in flames, and the roof had collapsed on top of the structure.

Fire burns through storage building in Marion County
video

New video is shows crews battling an intense building fire in the Belleview area of Marion County. The fire sparked last night at a storage building for construction materials. The cause of the fire is still being investigated.

Good Samaritans, deputies save Florida fisherman after medical emergency on river

A man suffered a medical emergency while fishing on Rainbow River in Marion County, Florida, but was saved by nearby good Samaritans and deputies with the Marion County Sheriff's Office.

Florida doctor accused of inappropriate conduct during a medical exam

A Florida doctor, Jose Jacob, was arrested for alleged battery after a patient accused him of inappropriate conduct during a medical exam.

3 hurt after car smashes into semi in Marion County
video

Three people were injured during a car crash that took place Friday morning in Marion County. Officials said a car slammed into the back of a semi-truck that was carrying equipment.

Netflix to release new documentary on local shooting case
video

Central Florida will be featured in a new Netflix documentary called "The Perfect Neighbor," which follows a deadly dispute between neighbors in Ocala. The film follows the 2023 killing of Ajike Owens, and police bodycam footage and interviews explore the impact of Stand Your Ground laws.

Marion County high-speed chase
video

New body camera video shows a high-speed chase with a wanted felon in Marion County. Deputies say Jeremy Walker sped away during a traffic stop after he was seen swerving into oncoming traffic. Walker led deputies on a chase for several miles before they used stop sticks to halt him. He was then arrested on several charges.

Felon arrested after high-speed chase in Marion County
video

New body camera video shows a high-speed chase with a wanted felon in Marion County. Deputies say Jeremy Walker sped away during a traffic stop after he was seen swerving into oncoming traffic. Walker led deputies on a chase for several miles before they used stop sticks to halt him.

Gainesville Walmart standoff ends after 6 hours; person in custody, police say

A Walmart Supercenter and nearby businesses in Gainesville, Florida, were evacuated for hours on Saturday after someone barricaded themselves inside a trailer in the parking lot, and fired shots, according to the Gainesville Police Department.

Florida man with autism, schizophrenia reported missing in Ocala

The Marion County Sheriff's Office is searching for 22-year-old Christopher Williams who allegedly walked away from his home in Ocala.

Deputies respond to Marion Oaks residence in response to possible link to shooting in Palatka

Authorities responded to a residence in Marion Oaks on Wednesday in response to reports that vehicle may have been located which was believed to be tied to a shooting in Palatka on Tuesday night.

Ocala youth coach arrested on sexual charge involving teen boy, police say

An Ocala, Florida, youth coach was arrested Sunday in connection to an alleged sexual offense involving a teenage boy, according to police.

Florida man arrested for allegedly sexually abusing kids
video

Deputies are searching for additional victims after they recently arrested a Florida man accused of sexually abusing children. The Marion County Sheriff's Office said they arrested Geraldo Rivera-Serrano, 62, on Feb. 21. Reports show Rivera-Serrano is being held at the Marion County Jail without bond.