State attorney shares charges in Volusia deadly dog attack
State Attorney William Scheiner held a news conference with Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood on Wednesday afternoon. During the presser, Scheiner said a misdemeanor charge had formally been filed against one of the owners of the two dogs that killed 8-year-old Michael Millett. Amanda Franco, 31, is facing a second-degree misdemeanor charge involving the ?Dangerous Dog Act,? which involves owning or having a dog that was not previously declared dangerous and causes great bodily harm or death.
State Attorney William Scheiner held a news conference with Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood on Wednesday afternoon. During the presser, Scheiner said a misdemeanor charge had formally been filed against one of the owners of the two dogs that killed 8-year-old Michael Millett. Amanda Franco, 31, is facing a second-degree misdemeanor charge involving the ?Dangerous Dog Act,? which involves owning or having a dog that was not previously declared dangerous and causes great bodily harm or death.
Owner of dogs that killed Volusia child faces charges
The State Attorney's Office (SAO) will hold a press conference on Wednesday about the 8-year-old in Volusia County that was killed by two dogs back in January. The owner of the dogs now faces charges. The charges will be discussed, as well as other updates, by the SAO and Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood at the event.
The State Attorney's Office (SAO) will hold a press conference on Wednesday about the 8-year-old in Volusia County that was killed by two dogs back in January. The owner of the dogs now faces charges. The charges will be discussed, as well as other updates, by the SAO and Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood at the event.
Celebrating 40 years of surfing with Jimmy Lane
Jimmy Lane has been teaching others how to surf in New Smyrna Beach for 40 years. He's now become a legend in the surfing community. FOX 35's Marley Capper takes us over to the beach in Volusia County to speak with the legend himself.
Jimmy Lane has been teaching others how to surf in New Smyrna Beach for 40 years. He's now become a legend in the surfing community. FOX 35's Marley Capper takes us over to the beach in Volusia County to speak with the legend himself.
Deltona teen hit by car while biking to school
A teenager riding an e-bike to school was struck by a car turning out of a driveway in Deltona on Monday morning, authorities said. Three bystanders lifted the car off the teen, who was airlifted to a hospital in stable condition and is expected to recover.
A teenager riding an e-bike to school was struck by a car turning out of a driveway in Deltona on Monday morning, authorities said. Three bystanders lifted the car off the teen, who was airlifted to a hospital in stable condition and is expected to recover.
Small plane crashes in Volusia County near Ponce Inlet; pilot uninjured
A small plane crashed Monday afternoon near Disappearing Island in Ponce Inlet, leaving the pilot — the only person on board — uninjured, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
A small plane crashed Monday afternoon near Disappearing Island in Ponce Inlet, leaving the pilot — the only person on board — uninjured, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
8th Central Florida 'Super Speeder' arrest made, 1st with motorcycle, since law enacted July 1
A Volusia County man was arrested Thursday morning after deputies say he was caught traveling more than 120 mph in a 70 mph zone. This is the eighth arrest FOX 35 News has reported on since the Super Speeder law went into effect July 1, and the first involving a motorcycle.
A Volusia County man was arrested Thursday morning after deputies say he was caught traveling more than 120 mph in a 70 mph zone. This is the eighth arrest FOX 35 News has reported on since the Super Speeder law went into effect July 1, and the first involving a motorcycle.
Cracking down on school threats in Volusia County
Volusia County deputies are rolling out a new team as students are heading back to school next week. Last year, they had dozens of swatting calls. They had bomb threats. They had some shooting threats. So they are starting a behavioral threat assessment unit. Captain Todd Smith from the Volusia Sheriff's Office joins FOX 35 to talk more about it.
Volusia County deputies are rolling out a new team as students are heading back to school next week. Last year, they had dozens of swatting calls. They had bomb threats. They had some shooting threats. So they are starting a behavioral threat assessment unit. Captain Todd Smith from the Volusia Sheriff's Office joins FOX 35 to talk more about it.
Autumn McClure cold case: Twin brother reflects on decades-long search for sister, sister's killer
Adam McClure was just 16 years old when his twin sister Autumn left their Ormond Beach home, never to be seen again.
Adam McClure was just 16 years old when his twin sister Autumn left their Ormond Beach home, never to be seen again.
Suspect who allegedly pistol-whipped teen at Volusia County park in custody, deputies say
A 39-year-old man accused of pistol-whipping a teenager and threatening another at a park in Volusia County on Sunday night has turned himself in to authorities, the Volusia Sheriff’s Office said.
A 39-year-old man accused of pistol-whipping a teenager and threatening another at a park in Volusia County on Sunday night has turned himself in to authorities, the Volusia Sheriff’s Office said.
6 Florida men sentenced for trafficking military-grade firearms to Mexican drug cartels, officials say
Six Florida men have been sentenced to federal prison terms for their roles in trafficking military-grade firearms to Mexican drug cartels, officials say.
Six Florida men have been sentenced to federal prison terms for their roles in trafficking military-grade firearms to Mexican drug cartels, officials say.
6 DeLand men facing prison time for trafficking firearms
Six men from DeLand will spend time in federal prison, as they're accused of trafficking firearms to Mexican drug cartels. The sentences range for each suspect, with one facing as long as nine years.
Six men from DeLand will spend time in federal prison, as they're accused of trafficking firearms to Mexican drug cartels. The sentences range for each suspect, with one facing as long as nine years.
Teen dead, 4 injured in S.R. 44 crash in Volusia County
One teen is dead, and four other people were seriously injured, during a crash early Saturday morning on State Road 44 in Volusia County, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) says. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
One teen is dead, and four other people were seriously injured, during a crash early Saturday morning on State Road 44 in Volusia County, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) says. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Home struck by lightning in Volusia County
A home was struck by lightning on Friday afternoon in Volusia County's Oak Hill. FOX 35's Manny Martinez gives us a closer look at the damage.
A home was struck by lightning on Friday afternoon in Volusia County's Oak Hill. FOX 35's Manny Martinez gives us a closer look at the damage.
Gov. DeSantis seemingly backs ICE poaching local deputies
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis appears to be supporting ICE poaching deputies from local law enforcement agencies. Not all sheriff's are thrilled with the idea. FOX 35's Matt Trezza explains why.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis appears to be supporting ICE poaching deputies from local law enforcement agencies. Not all sheriff's are thrilled with the idea. FOX 35's Matt Trezza explains why.
Deputies: Man clocked at 105 mph in 40 mph zone
A Volusia County man was arrested Wednesday afternoon after deputies say he was caught driving 105 mph in a 45 mph zone in DeLeon Springs. This is the seventh arrest FOX 35 News has reported on since the Super Speeder law went into effect July 1.
A Volusia County man was arrested Wednesday afternoon after deputies say he was caught driving 105 mph in a 45 mph zone in DeLeon Springs. This is the seventh arrest FOX 35 News has reported on since the Super Speeder law went into effect July 1.
Seventh Central Florida 'Super Speeder' arrest made since law enacted July 1: 'Was I really going 105?'
A Volusia County man was arrested Wednesday afternoon after deputies say he was caught driving 105 mph in a 45 mph zone in DeLeon Springs. This is the seventh arrest FOX 35 News has reported on since the Super Speeder law went into effect July 1.
A Volusia County man was arrested Wednesday afternoon after deputies say he was caught driving 105 mph in a 45 mph zone in DeLeon Springs. This is the seventh arrest FOX 35 News has reported on since the Super Speeder law went into effect July 1.
Volusia County dog attack: 5-month-old boy killed by 130-pound dog on mother's birthday, sheriff says
A 5-month-old boy was killed by a 130-pound dog Wednesday night near Ormond Beach, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood. Investigators say the baby was being watched by family members while the boy's parents went out for dinner to celebrate the young mother's 21st birthday.
A 5-month-old boy was killed by a 130-pound dog Wednesday night near Ormond Beach, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood. Investigators say the baby was being watched by family members while the boy's parents went out for dinner to celebrate the young mother's 21st birthday.
Volusia County dog attack: Officials share next steps
A 5-month-old boy was killed by a 130-pound dog Wednesday night near Ormond Beach, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood. Randa Matusiak, director of public protection in Volusia County, said dog attacks are ?rare occurrences" in the area. She shared details on what steps could come next.
A 5-month-old boy was killed by a 130-pound dog Wednesday night near Ormond Beach, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood. Randa Matusiak, director of public protection in Volusia County, said dog attacks are ?rare occurrences" in the area. She shared details on what steps could come next.
Volusia sheriff speaks after deadly infant dog attack
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood hosted a press conference on Thursday morning in Daytona Beach. The sheriff gave updates on the investigation of a 5-month-old that was killed by a dog near Ormond Beach.
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood hosted a press conference on Thursday morning in Daytona Beach. The sheriff gave updates on the investigation of a 5-month-old that was killed by a dog near Ormond Beach.
Sheriff: Dog kills 5-month-old baby in Volusia County
A 5-month-old boy was killed by a dog Wednesday night near Ormond Beach, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood. Volusia County Animal Services (VCAS) has now taken possession of the dog. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
A 5-month-old boy was killed by a dog Wednesday night near Ormond Beach, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood. Volusia County Animal Services (VCAS) has now taken possession of the dog. The investigation remains active and ongoing.