Florida man faked blindness to collect nearly $245,000 in VA benefits, feds say
Federal prosecutors say a Florida man fraudulently collected hundreds of thousands of dollars in veterans disability benefits by falsely claiming he was legally blind, federal prosecutors said.
Federal prosecutors say a Florida man fraudulently collected hundreds of thousands of dollars in veterans disability benefits by falsely claiming he was legally blind, federal prosecutors said.
New Smyrna resident build custom wall to protect against erosion
Oceanfront property owners are paying out of pocket to build a coquina rock seawall designed to reduce erosion and restore dunes. The project comes after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole destroyed existing dunes and damaged properties.
Oceanfront property owners are paying out of pocket to build a coquina rock seawall designed to reduce erosion and restore dunes. The project comes after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole destroyed existing dunes and damaged properties.
Sailboat washes ashore at New Smyrna Beach after storm, third in recent weeks
Another sailboat has washed ashore at New Smyrna Beach, marking the third vessel to run aground in the area in recent weeks, officials said.
Another sailboat has washed ashore at New Smyrna Beach, marking the third vessel to run aground in the area in recent weeks, officials said.
2 sailboats wash up on New Smyrna Beach amid rough wave conditions
Amid the fast 40 mile per hour wind and 14 foot waves, two sailboats were found washed on the shore of New Smyrna Beach. A couple in the boat, who called 911, are expected to be Ok.
Amid the fast 40 mile per hour wind and 14 foot waves, two sailboats were found washed on the shore of New Smyrna Beach. A couple in the boat, who called 911, are expected to be Ok.
New Smyrna Beach police take zero-tolerance approach ahead of spring break
Police in New Smyrna Beach say they are preparing for spring break crowds and warning visitors they will strictly enforce local laws.
Police in New Smyrna Beach say they are preparing for spring break crowds and warning visitors they will strictly enforce local laws.
Volusia County woman threw coffee on mother, baby in dog leash dispute, deputies say
A Volusia County woman is facing battery charges after she threw coffee on a mother and her baby during a dispute over a dog leash, according to deputies.
A Volusia County woman is facing battery charges after she threw coffee on a mother and her baby during a dispute over a dog leash, according to deputies.
Teen accused of causing $126K in damage to New Smyrna Beach golf course
Police say a teen is accused of damaging a New Smyrna Beach golf course green by driving a truck onto it and doing donuts.
Police say a teen is accused of damaging a New Smyrna Beach golf course green by driving a truck onto it and doing donuts.
Officials: Plane crash in New Smyrna Beach; 2 hurt
A small plane has crashed near New Smyrna Beach Municipal Airport, officials said.
A small plane has crashed near New Smyrna Beach Municipal Airport, officials said.
Florida surfer, 72, rescues father and son from rip current in New Smyrna Beach
A 72-year-old surfer is being hailed as a hero after rescuing a father and son from dangerous waters off New Smyrna Beach.
A 72-year-old surfer is being hailed as a hero after rescuing a father and son from dangerous waters off New Smyrna Beach.
Florida surfer recovering after shark attack: 'Had my foot in its mouth for a good little bit'
An 18-year-old surf instructor is recovering in the hospital after a shark bit his foot while he was surfing off New Smyrna Beach, an area often dubbed the shark bite capital of the world.
An 18-year-old surf instructor is recovering in the hospital after a shark bit his foot while he was surfing off New Smyrna Beach, an area often dubbed the shark bite capital of the world.
Small plane makes emergency landing on SR-44 near New Smyrna Beach, officials say
A small, single-engine aircraft made an emergency landing on State Road 44 near Taganana Drive in New Smyrna Beach on Saturday morning, officials said.
A small, single-engine aircraft made an emergency landing on State Road 44 near Taganana Drive in New Smyrna Beach on Saturday morning, officials said.
Shark bites teen surfer at New Smyrna Beach
An 18-year-old man suffered a shark bite while surfing at New Smyrna Beach on Friday, officials say.
An 18-year-old man suffered a shark bite while surfing at New Smyrna Beach on Friday, officials say.
Florida man arrested after alleged road rage incident ends at police station
A Volusia County man was arrested after allegedly waving a gun at another driver in a road rage incident that ended just steps from law enforcement.
A Volusia County man was arrested after allegedly waving a gun at another driver in a road rage incident that ended just steps from law enforcement.
Surfer bitten by shark in New Smyrna calls recovery a 'miracle,' vows return to water
A Winter Park man is recovering after being bitten by a shark while surfing at New Smyrna Beach, calling it a miracle that he still has full use of his hand.
A Winter Park man is recovering after being bitten by a shark while surfing at New Smyrna Beach, calling it a miracle that he still has full use of his hand.
Volusia deputies, New Smyrna Beach police detail response to stabbing rescue
The first responders who helped save a man after a stabbing in New Smyrna Beach are now sharing how their swift actions helped stabilize the victim and prevent further harm.
The first responders who helped save a man after a stabbing in New Smyrna Beach are now sharing how their swift actions helped stabilize the victim and prevent further harm.
Volusia County cracks down as spring break crowds shift from Miami
Volusia County is bracing for an influx of spring breakers as stricter enforcement in Miami pushes crowds elsewhere.
Volusia County is bracing for an influx of spring breakers as stricter enforcement in Miami pushes crowds elsewhere.
New Smyrna Beach police crack down on safety ahead of Spring Break: What is a Special Event Zone?
Ahead of "Senior Skip Day" and Spring Break, the New Smyrna Beach Police Department is establishing a Special Event Zone, which allows for increased fines and higher penalties for those in violation of certain safety provisions.
Ahead of "Senior Skip Day" and Spring Break, the New Smyrna Beach Police Department is establishing a Special Event Zone, which allows for increased fines and higher penalties for those in violation of certain safety provisions.
Florida boy, 14, arrested for shooting at roosters with BB gun in New Smyrna Beach, police say
A 14-year-old boy in Florida has been arrested, accused of shooting BBs at roosters in New Smyrna Beach, police said. It is the second child to be found with a gun in 24 hours and arrested.
A 14-year-old boy in Florida has been arrested, accused of shooting BBs at roosters in New Smyrna Beach, police said. It is the second child to be found with a gun in 24 hours and arrested.
Former condo association president embezzled $1M over 10 years, deputies say
A former condominium owners' association president is accused of stealing $1 million over the course of a decade from the association, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.
A former condominium owners' association president is accused of stealing $1 million over the course of a decade from the association, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.
Florida woman dies after being hit by car while walking on sidewalk: police
Police said a Florida woman died Saturday after she was hit by a car while walking on the sidewalk.
Police said a Florida woman died Saturday after she was hit by a car while walking on the sidewalk.