Andrew Bain v. Monique Worrell: Smooth transition of power?
State Attorney Andrew Bain said in an email to staff that he was not sure he could help with the transition of power to State Attorney-elect Monique Worrell, who defeated him in the November 2024 election, because she was suspected by Gov. DeSantis through Executive Order. He later said in a new statement that he would leave office on Jan. 7, and that Worrell would take over on Jan. 6.
State Attorney Andrew Bain said in an email to staff that he was not sure he could help with the transition of power to State Attorney-elect Monique Worrell, who defeated him in the November 2024 election, because she was suspected by Gov. DeSantis through Executive Order. He later said in a new statement that he would leave office on Jan. 7, and that Worrell would take over on Jan. 6.
Andrew Bain 'ready and willing' to help with State Attorney-elect Monique Worrell transition, despite email
Florida State Attorney Andrew Bain told his staff that he respected the results of the 2024 election, but that he was unable to help with the transition of power to State Attorney-elect Monique Worrell's team until Gov. DeSantis gave him permission to do so, according to an internal email sent to his staff.
Florida State Attorney Andrew Bain told his staff that he respected the results of the 2024 election, but that he was unable to help with the transition of power to State Attorney-elect Monique Worrell's team until Gov. DeSantis gave him permission to do so, according to an internal email sent to his staff.
Florida woman accused of drowning teen daughter in bathtub indicted on murder charge
An Osceola County grand jury on Wednesday indicted Kelsey Glover, 35, on charges of first-degree murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection with the death of her daughter and an attack on another woman.
An Osceola County grand jury on Wednesday indicted Kelsey Glover, 35, on charges of first-degree murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection with the death of her daughter and an attack on another woman.
Bond denied for Florida man accused of killing fiancée after she allegedly broke off engagement
A Central Florida man, accused of fatally shooting his fiancée after she reportedly ended their engagement, will remain behind bars without bond.
A Central Florida man, accused of fatally shooting his fiancée after she reportedly ended their engagement, will remain behind bars without bond.
Mother accused of drowning daughter once worked for child protective services
A Florida mother accused of drowning her 14-year-old daughter previously worked as a Child Protective Investigator Trainee for the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, officials confirmed.
A Florida mother accused of drowning her 14-year-old daughter previously worked as a Child Protective Investigator Trainee for the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, officials confirmed.
Jury finds deputy accused of Taser fire at Wawa gas pumps that injured suspect not guilty
After several hours of deliberations, a jury has found an Osceola County deputy on trial for tasing a man near a gas pump, resulting in a fire that severely injured the suspect, not guilty of negligence.
After several hours of deliberations, a jury has found an Osceola County deputy on trial for tasing a man near a gas pump, resulting in a fire that severely injured the suspect, not guilty of negligence.
Bicyclist who survived near-fatal crash reunites with first responders
A Kissimmee man who defied 3% survival odds after being struck by a car while riding his electric bike got an emotional reunion with the first responders who saved his life.
A Kissimmee man who defied 3% survival odds after being struck by a car while riding his electric bike got an emotional reunion with the first responders who saved his life.
Osceola deputy on trial for Taser incident that sparked gas pump fire takes stand
An Osceola County deputy on trial for tasing a man near a gas pump — resulting in a fire that severely injured the suspect — testified in his own defense Wednesday.
An Osceola County deputy on trial for tasing a man near a gas pump — resulting in a fire that severely injured the suspect — testified in his own defense Wednesday.
Mom arrested after 14-year-old daughter found dead inside Osceola County home, officials say
A Florida mom is accused of attacking and killing her 14-year-old daughter, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
A Florida mom is accused of attacking and killing her 14-year-old daughter, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
State rests case in trial of deputy accused of causing gas pump fire, injuring suspect
The state has rested its case in the criminal trial of Deputy David Crawford, who is accused of Tasing a suspect at a gas pump, causing a fire that severely burned both his own legs and 75% of the suspect’s body.
The state has rested its case in the criminal trial of Deputy David Crawford, who is accused of Tasing a suspect at a gas pump, causing a fire that severely burned both his own legs and 75% of the suspect’s body.
Florida mom arrested, accused of killing 14-year-old daughter
A Florida mom was arrested Wednesday, accused of killing her 14-year-old daughter, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office. Witnesses told deputies they saw the mom holding the daughter's head beneath water in a bathtub. The Medical Examiner's Office will determine official cause of death.
A Florida mom was arrested Wednesday, accused of killing her 14-year-old daughter, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office. Witnesses told deputies they saw the mom holding the daughter's head beneath water in a bathtub. The Medical Examiner's Office will determine official cause of death.
Woman arrested in Poinciana death investigation
A woman was arrested connected to a death investigation in Poinciana, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office. No other details were immediately released.
A woman was arrested connected to a death investigation in Poinciana, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office. No other details were immediately released.
Refunds are rolling out for canceled music festival, Country Thunder 2024
Refunds are underway for Country Thunder Florida 2024 ticket holders after the festival's cancelation due to Hurricane Milton, organizers announced.
Refunds are underway for Country Thunder Florida 2024 ticket holders after the festival's cancelation due to Hurricane Milton, organizers announced.
Florida deputy Taser fire trial: Day 2
A former Osceola County deputy is accused of culpable negligence after Tasing a suspect near a gas station, which ignited and caused severe burned to the suspect. Here is an update on the second day of trial.
A former Osceola County deputy is accused of culpable negligence after Tasing a suspect near a gas station, which ignited and caused severe burned to the suspect. Here is an update on the second day of trial.
5-year-old drowns at park in Kissimmee, officials say
A 5-year-old boy with autism died earlier this week after he went missing and was found in a nearby pond at a park in Kissimmee, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said. It is the second drowning incident involving a child with autism this week in Central Florida.
A 5-year-old boy with autism died earlier this week after he went missing and was found in a nearby pond at a park in Kissimmee, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said. It is the second drowning incident involving a child with autism this week in Central Florida.
Trial begins for Florida deputy accused of setting man on fire with Taser at Wawa
The incident occurred after Osceola County deputies tracked Barreto-Baerga to a Wawa gas station in Orange County, accusing him of reckless driving on a motorcycle.
The incident occurred after Osceola County deputies tracked Barreto-Baerga to a Wawa gas station in Orange County, accusing him of reckless driving on a motorcycle.
Deputy accused of setting suspect on fire: Jury selection begins
A former Osceola County deputy is facing a misdemeanor charger after he allegedly deployed a Taser against a suspect at a gas station, which ignited and set the man on fire. That man suffered burns to more than 75% of his body, attorneys said.
A former Osceola County deputy is facing a misdemeanor charger after he allegedly deployed a Taser against a suspect at a gas station, which ignited and set the man on fire. That man suffered burns to more than 75% of his body, attorneys said.
Casey Anthony trial judge reacts to Kissimmee Police credibility allegations: '5-alarm dumpster fire'
Retired Judge Belvin Perry, who presided over the infamous Casey Anthony case, said the credibility concerns within the Kissimmee Police Department also raise concerns about its investigation and could affect the state's prosecution efforts.
Retired Judge Belvin Perry, who presided over the infamous Casey Anthony case, said the credibility concerns within the Kissimmee Police Department also raise concerns about its investigation and could affect the state's prosecution efforts.
How will Kissimmee police issues affect current cases?
The interim police chief of the Kissimmee Police Department said he's ordered a review of several cases currently under police investigation after the agency's department, including its officers and former chief, have had their credibility questioned. A grand jury found Kissimmee Police had a "culture of silence." "This presents a five-alarm dumpster fire," said former Ninth Circuit Chief Judge Belvin Perry, who presided over the Casey Anthony case.
The interim police chief of the Kissimmee Police Department said he's ordered a review of several cases currently under police investigation after the agency's department, including its officers and former chief, have had their credibility questioned. A grand jury found Kissimmee Police had a "culture of silence." "This presents a five-alarm dumpster fire," said former Ninth Circuit Chief Judge Belvin Perry, who presided over the Casey Anthony case.
Kissimmee police investigation: Lying, silence, failures, officials say
Questions about a use-of-force case and a Kissimmee Police Officer's alleged actions have possibly exposed serious concerns and issues within the Kissimmee Police Department, according to a grand jury's recommendations. Kissimmee's Police Chief and Deputy Chief resigned amid the investigation and were immediately replaced, and nine other officers, sergeants, and deputies are under investigation for allegations of being untruthful and misconduct.
Questions about a use-of-force case and a Kissimmee Police Officer's alleged actions have possibly exposed serious concerns and issues within the Kissimmee Police Department, according to a grand jury's recommendations. Kissimmee's Police Chief and Deputy Chief resigned amid the investigation and were immediately replaced, and nine other officers, sergeants, and deputies are under investigation for allegations of being untruthful and misconduct.