Expert testimony complicates decades-old Zeigler murder case
A state-hired blood spatter expert testified Thursday that further complicated the 50-year-old murder case of Tommy Zeigler, the 80-year-old death row inmate accused of killing his wife, her parents, and another man on Christmas Eve in 1975.
A state-hired blood spatter expert testified Thursday that further complicated the 50-year-old murder case of Tommy Zeigler, the 80-year-old death row inmate accused of killing his wife, her parents, and another man on Christmas Eve in 1975.
Deputies uncover alleged drug and explosives operation in Brevard County
Authorities in Brevard County say a sweeping investigation led to the discovery of more than 92,000 pounds of illegal drugs and dozens of explosives inside a Palm Bay warehouse, an operation the sheriff compared to “Breaking Bad," but "on steroids."
Authorities in Brevard County say a sweeping investigation led to the discovery of more than 92,000 pounds of illegal drugs and dozens of explosives inside a Palm Bay warehouse, an operation the sheriff compared to “Breaking Bad," but "on steroids."
Gas leak sparks explosion at Eustis jewelry store
A natural gas leak triggered a fiery explosion at a jewelry store in Eustis on Thursday, blasting out windows, scattering debris across the sidewalk, and sending a woman to the hospital with severe burns. Fire officials said crews had been working outside the building and believed the leak had been contained when the blast occurred, rattling nearby businesses up to 200 feet away.
A natural gas leak triggered a fiery explosion at a jewelry store in Eustis on Thursday, blasting out windows, scattering debris across the sidewalk, and sending a woman to the hospital with severe burns. Fire officials said crews had been working outside the building and believed the leak had been contained when the blast occurred, rattling nearby businesses up to 200 feet away.
Eustis press conference on building explosion, fire
One person has been taken to the hospital after an explosion and fire at a business in Eustis, according to the Eustis Fire Chief Michael Swanson. Chief Swanson said the cause of the fire and explosion remains under investigation and remains a mystery. He said officials were conducting some work and utility work in the area when a natural gas leak was found. The gas company crimped the line, he said. At 10:57 a.m., there was an explosion and fire.
One person has been taken to the hospital after an explosion and fire at a business in Eustis, according to the Eustis Fire Chief Michael Swanson. Chief Swanson said the cause of the fire and explosion remains under investigation and remains a mystery. He said officials were conducting some work and utility work in the area when a natural gas leak was found. The gas company crimped the line, he said. At 10:57 a.m., there was an explosion and fire.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in The Villages | Full press conference
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Thursday morning in The Villages.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Thursday morning in The Villages.
Florida drug bust: Explosives, guns, drugs seized in Palm Bay
A 26-year-old Florida man has been arrested after detectives seized more than 92,000 pounds of suspected illegal drugs, dozens of guns, and five improvised explosive devices from a warehouse, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said. Sheriff Ivey described the alleged drug operation as "'Breaking Bad' on steroids," referencing the hit AMC TV show.
A 26-year-old Florida man has been arrested after detectives seized more than 92,000 pounds of suspected illegal drugs, dozens of guns, and five improvised explosive devices from a warehouse, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said. Sheriff Ivey described the alleged drug operation as "'Breaking Bad' on steroids," referencing the hit AMC TV show.
BBB: 12 holiday scams to know, avoid this season
Holly Salmons, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Central Florida, joined FOX 35 to talk about the biggest holiday scams to know and avoid.
Holly Salmons, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Central Florida, joined FOX 35 to talk about the biggest holiday scams to know and avoid.
Sheriff: 92K pounds of suspected drugs, guns, IEDs seized from Florida warehouse; 'Breaking Bad on steroids'
A 26-year-old Florida man was arrested after detectives seized more than 92,000 pounds of suspected illegal drugs, dozens of guns, and five improvised explosive devices from a warehouse, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said.
A 26-year-old Florida man was arrested after detectives seized more than 92,000 pounds of suspected illegal drugs, dozens of guns, and five improvised explosive devices from a warehouse, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said.
Improvements needed to regulate city spending, officials say
In Daytona Beach's audit, it was determined that the city has an outdated policy – which hasn't been updated since it was first enacted in the 1990s – people were traveling without proper authorization and “excessive spending.” The audit also found under-documented spending on expensive meals, business class tickets, valet and more.
In Daytona Beach's audit, it was determined that the city has an outdated policy – which hasn't been updated since it was first enacted in the 1990s – people were traveling without proper authorization and “excessive spending.” The audit also found under-documented spending on expensive meals, business class tickets, valet and more.
Daytona Beach officials look into employee travel spending
After an audit on Daytona Beach employee's travel expenditures, it was found that employees were spending "excessive" amounts of money on valet, business class airfare and expensive meals. Now, the city looks to update it's policy, which they say hasn't been updated since the 1990s.
After an audit on Daytona Beach employee's travel expenditures, it was found that employees were spending "excessive" amounts of money on valet, business class airfare and expensive meals. Now, the city looks to update it's policy, which they say hasn't been updated since the 1990s.
Criminal defense attorney speaks on 'Stand your ground' case
According to the Seminole County sheriff's office, the two men were involved in some sort of traffic-related incident and argument near the entrance of the Mandarin Estates subdivision. Both drivers were armed. Following a shooting, one man died. Detectives determined that the man who died first pointed his gun at the shooter. The shooter then pointed his own gun at the man and fired multiple times, killing the man, police said.
According to the Seminole County sheriff's office, the two men were involved in some sort of traffic-related incident and argument near the entrance of the Mandarin Estates subdivision. Both drivers were armed. Following a shooting, one man died. Detectives determined that the man who died first pointed his gun at the shooter. The shooter then pointed his own gun at the man and fired multiple times, killing the man, police said.
Man possibly linked to several violent sex crimes: Police
Dionne Le Trell Southall, 30, is accused of beating, choking and committing sexual battery against a 52-year-old woman. Official say this man is connected to other similar cases.
Dionne Le Trell Southall, 30, is accused of beating, choking and committing sexual battery against a 52-year-old woman. Official say this man is connected to other similar cases.
Daytona Beach to update city employee travel policy after audit
Daytona Beach officials said after the city an internal review of employee travel-related spending and procedures, it was determined that the city’s travel policy, which has not been comprehensively updated since the late 1990s, needs clearer and more current guidance.
Daytona Beach officials said after the city an internal review of employee travel-related spending and procedures, it was determined that the city’s travel policy, which has not been comprehensively updated since the late 1990s, needs clearer and more current guidance.
New DNA evidence in Tommy Zeigler homicide case
A blood splatter and a DNA expert took the witness stand in the homicide case, accusing Tommy Zeigler, 80, of murder. Attorneys for Zeigler, who's been in jail for 50 years, say new DNA evidence shows Zeigler didn't commit the murder of his wife, his in-laws and another man—at his family’s furniture store in Winter Garden on Christmas Eve in 1975.
A blood splatter and a DNA expert took the witness stand in the homicide case, accusing Tommy Zeigler, 80, of murder. Attorneys for Zeigler, who's been in jail for 50 years, say new DNA evidence shows Zeigler didn't commit the murder of his wife, his in-laws and another man—at his family’s furniture store in Winter Garden on Christmas Eve in 1975.
Sexual battery suspect accused of hurting 2 women
Dionne Le Trell Southall, 30 is accused of sexual battery against two women. Marion County deputies said Southall is also linked to a third incident in 2021.
Dionne Le Trell Southall, 30 is accused of sexual battery against two women. Marion County deputies said Southall is also linked to a third incident in 2021.
Daniel Stearns sentenced to life in prison for 2023 murder
A Brevard County judge ruled that Daniel Stearns, who was convicted of murdering his girlfriend, will spend life in prison.
A Brevard County judge ruled that Daniel Stearns, who was convicted of murdering his girlfriend, will spend life in prison.
Bear advocates offer $2K to not hunt black bears
As black bear hunting season approaches in Florida, from Dec. 6 to 28, Bear Hunters is now offering hunters $1,000 for hunters to not participate in the hunt. Bear Hunters United, who recently lost a lawsuit when they wanted to prevent the first black bear hunt in 10 years, matched the $1,000, bringing the total to $2,000.
As black bear hunting season approaches in Florida, from Dec. 6 to 28, Bear Hunters is now offering hunters $1,000 for hunters to not participate in the hunt. Bear Hunters United, who recently lost a lawsuit when they wanted to prevent the first black bear hunt in 10 years, matched the $1,000, bringing the total to $2,000.
SeaWorld wants lawsuit of duck hitting park-goer dismissed
SeaWorld filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit in Orange County last month. In the motion, the company said Hillary Martin was hit by a snowy egret, a wild migratory bird, on the day she said she was injured by a duck on its Mako coaster. SeaWorld said it wants the lawsuit dismissed because it cannot be legally held responsible for "a wild animal’s actions."
SeaWorld filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit in Orange County last month. In the motion, the company said Hillary Martin was hit by a snowy egret, a wild migratory bird, on the day she said she was injured by a duck on its Mako coaster. SeaWorld said it wants the lawsuit dismissed because it cannot be legally held responsible for "a wild animal’s actions."
Road-rage escalated to deadly shooting: Officials
According to the Seminole County sheriff's office, the two men were involved in some sort of traffic-related incident and argument near the entrance of the Mandarin Estates subdivision. Both drivers were armed. Following a shooting, one man died. Neither man has been publicly identified at this time.
According to the Seminole County sheriff's office, the two men were involved in some sort of traffic-related incident and argument near the entrance of the Mandarin Estates subdivision. Both drivers were armed. Following a shooting, one man died. Neither man has been publicly identified at this time.
MCSO: Rape suspect arrested; more victims possible
The Marion County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man accused of violently attacking and raping two women. The man was arrested and charged in both cases. Detectives believe there could be more victims.
The Marion County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man accused of violently attacking and raping two women. The man was arrested and charged in both cases. Detectives believe there could be more victims.