Suspect arrested after shooting at Ocala bar leaves 1 injured, police say
Read full article: Suspect arrested after shooting at Ocala bar leaves 1 injured, police sayA 34‑year‑old man was arrested early Friday after a shooting outside an Ocala bar left another man injured, according to the Ocala Police Department.
Eustis police seek person of interest after alleged stabbing at Ferran Park
Read full article: Eustis police seek person of interest after alleged stabbing at Ferran ParkEustis police are investigating an alleged stabbing that happened at Ferran Park and are asking for the public’s help identifying a person of interest.
Woman shot in face after offering man ride at Orange County Wawa, deputies say
Read full article: Woman shot in face after offering man ride at Orange County Wawa, deputies sayA 20-year-old man is accused of shooting a woman in the face who offered him a ride outside a Wawa in Orange County early Sunday morning, according to an arrest affidavit.
Daytona Beach man sentenced to 27 years in prison for sex trafficking, abuse of women
Read full article: Daytona Beach man sentenced to 27 years in prison for sex trafficking, abuse of womenAccording to court documents, Smith recruited the two victims separately in 2021 and 2022 by offering narcotics and money-making opportunities.
Victim of 1990 child rape can pursue negligence lawsuit against city of Melbourne
Read full article: Victim of 1990 child rape can pursue negligence lawsuit against city of MelbourneA judge rules that a Brevard County woman who claims police mishandled a sexual battery investigation after she was raped as a child in 1990 can pursue a negligence lawsuit against the City of Melbourne.
Florida man gets more than 2 years in prison for threatening to assassinate President Trump
Read full article: Florida man gets more than 2 years in prison for threatening to assassinate President TrumpA Florida man is sentenced to more than two years in federal prison for threatening to kill President Donald Trump.
Florida paramedic gets 10 years for raping patient in back of ambulance
Read full article: Florida paramedic gets 10 years for raping patient in back of ambulanceA now-former Flagler County Fire Rescue paramedic was sentenced Monday for raping a patient who was unconscious in the back of an ambulance.
‘A false alarm:’ Bomb threat called in to Orange County church and daycare
Read full article: ‘A false alarm:’ Bomb threat called in to Orange County church and daycareA bomb threat was left on an Orange County church and daycare’s voicemail, though it was later determined to be unfounded, church officials said on social media.
Hunter’s Creek association manager arrested in child-porn case, deputies say
Read full article: Hunter’s Creek association manager arrested in child-porn case, deputies sayA manager with the Hunter’s Creek Community Association has been arrested on child porn charges, and Orange County deputies are asking the public to come forward with any information about concerning interactions he may have had in the community, according to a news release.
Ex-Cocoa Beach principal accused of hosting teen party gets probation
Read full article: Ex-Cocoa Beach principal accused of hosting teen party gets probationElizabeth Hill-Brodigan, who served as principal at Roosevelt Elementary School, was sentenced to two years of probation for hosting an underage drinking party last year.
Orlando therapist community mourns loss of colleague stabbed to death, faces safety concerns
Read full article: Orlando therapist community mourns loss of colleague stabbed to death, faces safety concernsIt has been two weeks since mental health counselor Rebecca White was stabbed to death at her Orlando office. The attack has left therapists across Central Florida shaken, raising concerns about safety and sparking deeper conversations about who supports mental health professionals during times of crisis.
‘You’re going to jail:’ Florida body-camera video shows Sha’Carri Richardson’s ‘super speeder’ traffic stop
Read full article: ‘You’re going to jail:’ Florida body-camera video shows Sha’Carri Richardson’s ‘super speeder’ traffic stopA deputy observed Richardson driving an Aston Martin at speeds exceeding 100 mph in a 65-mph zone, flashing lights to get other drivers out of her way, and making unsafe lane changes, according to an arrest affidavit.
Judge bars federal prosecutors from seeking the death penalty against Luigi Mangione
Read full article: Judge bars federal prosecutors from seeking the death penalty against Luigi MangioneA federal judge says federal prosecutors can’t seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Brevard County deputy to be sentenced in fatal shooting of roommate, fellow deputy
Read full article: Brevard County deputy to be sentenced in fatal shooting of roommate, fellow deputyA Brevard County deputy who pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the fatal 2022 shooting of his roommate and fellow deputy will be sentenced Friday.
911 caller receives award for help rescuing Flagler kidnapping victim from registered sex offender
Read full article: 911 caller receives award for help rescuing Flagler kidnapping victim from registered sex offenderFlagler County Sheriff Rick Staly presented an award to Cody Clark, who called deputies about suspicious activity along U.S. Highway 1 that led to arrest of a registered sex offender accused of kidnapping an 11-year-old boy.
Marion County schools invest $400K into weapon detection
Read full article: Marion County schools invest $400K into weapon detectionOver the past few weeks, News 6 has reported on multiple school threats and hoaxes across Central Florida. Now, one local school district says it’s taking steps to get ahead of the issue.
Man shot, killed neighbor in Orange County over loud music, deputies say
Read full article: Man shot, killed neighbor in Orange County over loud music, deputies sayA 32-year-old man is accused of shooting and killing his neighbor at an Orange County apartment complex over loud music/noise, according to the sheriff’s office.
Outrage over ICE agents during Florida Congressman Cory Mills Town Hall
Read full article: Outrage over ICE agents during Florida Congressman Cory Mills Town HallWhen News 6 arrived to the Brannon Center for Congressman Cory Mills’ Town Hall, we saw at least two dozen officers outside. Inside, Mills took pre-submitted questions, but the topic of ICE quickly overtook the discussion.
Daytona Gardens apartments declared nuisance property after repeated police calls
Read full article: Daytona Gardens apartments declared nuisance property after repeated police callsThe city of Daytona Beach has officially declared the Daytona Gardens apartment complex a nuisance property following repeated police responses tied to violent crime.
Central Florida man caught in ‘sexual performance’ with vacuum, deputies say
Read full article: Central Florida man caught in ‘sexual performance’ with vacuum, deputies sayAn Oviedo man was taken into custody this week after deputies said he was spotted in a "sexual performance" with a vacuum cleaner.
Felon fires rifle rounds through Orlando apartment wall, nearly misses couple, police say
Read full article: Felon fires rifle rounds through Orlando apartment wall, nearly misses couple, police sayA 44-year-old man is facing multiple charges after police say he fired dozens of rifle rounds from inside his apartment, sending bullets into a neighboring unit where a couple was preparing dinner, according to an arrest affidavit.
Trial delayed in DeLand dog attack death case, family demands justice and new charges
Read full article: Trial delayed in DeLand dog attack death case, family demands justice and new chargesTwo women who owned dogs that Volusia deputies say killed an 8-year-old boy in DeLand had a hearing today as they prepare for trial.
‘Dirtbag:’ Missing Florida girl found with man who strapped vapes to his genitals, deputies say
Read full article: ‘Dirtbag:’ Missing Florida girl found with man who strapped vapes to his genitals, deputies sayAn 18-year-old man in Palm Coast was arrested after he was found with a missing Central Florida girl earlier this month, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
Security guard arrested after fight with Osceola teen at juvenile detention facility, deputies say
Read full article: Security guard arrested after fight with Osceola teen at juvenile detention facility, deputies sayA security guard at the Kissimmee Youth Academy was arrested after a “physical altercation” with a 15-year-old juvenile housed at the facility, the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office said.
‘Disgusting:’ 2 arrested after dog nearly starved to death in Brevard, sheriff says
Read full article: ‘Disgusting:’ 2 arrested after dog nearly starved to death in Brevard, sheriff saysBrevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey announces two arrests in an animal abuse case after a dog was found nearly starved to death.
Gov. DeSantis highlights law enforcement, prosecution policies at Florida Sheriffs’ Association conference
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis highlights law enforcement, prosecution policies at Florida Sheriffs’ Association conferenceFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis provides remarks at the Florida Sheriffs’ Association conference.
E-bike rider speaks out after hit-and-run suspect identified, arrested in Palm Coast
Read full article: E-bike rider speaks out after hit-and-run suspect identified, arrested in Palm CoastA 75-year-old man injured in a hit-and-run involving an e-bike is speaking out after Flagler County investigators say they identified and arrested the driver responsible.
Teen to be arrested after Deltona dog killed in viral door kick-in challenge
Read full article: Teen to be arrested after Deltona dog killed in viral door kick-in challengeDeltona woman is demanding justice after her dog was tragically killed in December when he escaped from her home following what she believes was a viral "door kick-in challenge" involving neighborhood teen
Driver accused of driving box truck hauling 194 pounds of marijuana in Orlando
Read full article: Driver accused of driving box truck hauling 194 pounds of marijuana in OrlandoA 35-year-old Apopka man was arrested after Florida troopers said he fled a traffic stop in downtown Orlando and was later found with nearly 200 pounds of marijuana inside a rented box truck.
Brevard County corrections deputy accused of smuggling drugs, Suboxone into jail
Read full article: Brevard County corrections deputy accused of smuggling drugs, Suboxone into jailA corrections deputy for the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office is accused of smuggling contraband, including an overdose medication and other drugs, into the jail.
16-year-old arrested for threatening to ‘shoot up’ DeLand High School, deputies say
Read full article: 16-year-old arrested for threatening to ‘shoot up’ DeLand High School, deputies sayA said 16-year-old was arrested after threatening to “shoot up” DeLand High School, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
‘Somebody saw something:’ Vigil held as family pleads for justice in fatal beating of Orlando man
Read full article: ‘Somebody saw something:’ Vigil held as family pleads for justice in fatal beating of Orlando manLoved ones gathered for a candlelight vigil in Parramore on Saturday as the family of 62‑year‑old B.J. Jackson called for justice in his fatal beating, which left him clinging to life for nearly a month.
Man arrested after punching Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost at Sundance Film Festival event, police say
Read full article: Man arrested after punching Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost at Sundance Film Festival event, police sayA 28-year-old man was arrested after punching Rep. Maxwell Frost – who represents Florida’s 10th Congressional District – during a private Sundance Film Festival event, according to police in Park City, Utah.
‘She truly cared:’ Some question security after mental health counselor killed in office stabbing
Read full article: ‘She truly cared:’ Some question security after mental health counselor killed in office stabbingMore people who knew Rebecca White, the licensed mental health counselor who was stabbed to death inside her Orange County office, are speaking out about her compassion and dedication to helping others.
Florida woman arrested after stealing her own car from towing company, pepper-spraying employee, police say
Read full article: Florida woman arrested after stealing her own car from towing company, pepper-spraying employee, police sayQuabreshe Long told police she was trying to retrieve personal belongings and $49,000 in cash she claimed was inside the Malibu. Officers found oxycodone pills, a 9mm handgun, and the cash in her possession, the affidavit states.
Protester attacks vehicle during demonstration outside Orlando ICE office, deputies say
Read full article: Protester attacks vehicle during demonstration outside Orlando ICE office, deputies sayDuring an anti-ICE demonstration outside ICE’s Orlando office, law enforcement officials arrested a protester, raising tensions Friday afternoon.
Seminole County students face attempted murder charges after arrests at school
Read full article: Seminole County students face attempted murder charges after arrests at schoolTwo students at Lake Brantley High School, one of whom reportedly had a knife on them, were arrested to face charges of attempted murder, according to Altamonte Springs police.
Former Daytona Beach police officer accused of dealing drugs, sheriff says
Read full article: Former Daytona Beach police officer accused of dealing drugs, sheriff saysVolusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood joins deputies for the arrest of two people accused of dealing drugs because one of them used to be a Daytona Beach police officer.
Man, woman accused of impersonating law enforcement in Marion County, stealing wallet at bank
Read full article: Man, woman accused of impersonating law enforcement in Marion County, stealing wallet at bankA man and woman were arrested after claiming they were undercover detectives and stealing someone’s wallet while at a bank in Marion County, according to the sheriff’s office.
Man dies after he was found brutally beaten in Orlando the day after Christmas, family says
Read full article: Man dies after he was found brutally beaten in Orlando the day after Christmas, family saysA man found nearly beaten to death on a Parramore street the day after Christmas has died, according to his family.
Family of Orange County counselor killed in stabbing raises security questions as they mourn ‘irreplaceable loss’
Read full article: Family of Orange County counselor killed in stabbing raises security questions as they mourn ‘irreplaceable loss’The family of a mental-health counselor who was stabbed to death in Orange County is questioning whether there was proper security in the building where the stabbing took place.
‘A game-changer:’ Seized drug money helps Flagler County obtain sheriff’s helicopter
Read full article: ‘A game-changer:’ Seized drug money helps Flagler County obtain sheriff’s helicopterThe acquisition was made possible through a combination of seized drug money, year-end budget savings, and a generous donation from Dan Newlin, according to a news release.
Teens arrested in Lady Lake accused in recent burglaries, police say
Read full article: Teens arrested in Lady Lake accused in recent burglaries, police saySeveral teens who were arrested this week in Lady Lake are accused in separate cases involving store burglaries and attempted vehicle break-ins, according to police.
Sanford police seek ‘Peeping Tom’ accused of peering into home with blanket
Read full article: Sanford police seek ‘Peeping Tom’ accused of peering into home with blanketPolice said the individual was recorded on a security camera attempting to look into a home near the intersection of Laurel Avenue and 12th Street.
Police use Taser on man accused of trying to take cars at Daytona Beach dealership
Read full article: Police use Taser on man accused of trying to take cars at Daytona Beach dealershipNew video from the Daytona Beach Police Department shows the arrest of a man accused of trying to steal cars at a dealership earlier this month.
Florida woman said ‘she was ready to fight’ moments before punching trooper, kicking ICE officer: arrest report
Read full article: Florida woman said ‘she was ready to fight’ moments before punching trooper, kicking ICE officer: arrest reportA woman challenged law enforcement during a traffic stop in Jacksonville last week, telling them “she was ready to fight,” moments before she punched a trooper and kicked an ICE officer in a nearby parking lot, according to her arrest report.
Fake tow truck driver stole SUV after Tampa crash, FHP says
Read full article: Fake tow truck driver stole SUV after Tampa crash, FHP saysThe supposed tow truck driver told the SUV owner that he didn’t have a choice, hooking up the crashed vehicle anyway and telling the owner it would be dropped off down the street.
‘Never any intention:’ Rockledge man 3D printed gun parts only as a hobby, attorney says
Read full article: ‘Never any intention:’ Rockledge man 3D printed gun parts only as a hobby, attorney saysThe attorney for a man who was arrested after police found dozens of guns made with 3D printers in his house is arguing that Patrick Carman didn’t break the law.
Graphic bodycam video shows aftermath following alleged knife attack on child at DeLand bus stop
Read full article: Graphic bodycam video shows aftermath following alleged knife attack on child at DeLand bus stopDeLand police have released body-worn camera video that was recorded while officers responded to a violent incident at an intersection.
Man accused in Osceola fatal shooting of 3 tourists was not supposed to have gun, records show
Read full article: Man accused in Osceola fatal shooting of 3 tourists was not supposed to have gun, records showThe man accused of randomly shooting and killing three tourists in Osceola County over the weekend had not been permitted to have a gun since 2022, according to court documents reviewed by News 6.
Flagler County home health aide rearrested for stealing from seniors, deputies say
Read full article: Flagler County home health aide rearrested for stealing from seniors, deputies sayA former home health aide in Flagler County was rearrested after a second senior victim came forward with allegations of theft, according to a news release from the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
Roblox, Spotify, more: Investigators warn online predators evolving tactics to target children
Read full article: Roblox, Spotify, more: Investigators warn online predators evolving tactics to target childrenA recent arrest in Flagler County underscores how online predators are evolving their methods to target children beyond traditional social media platforms.
Shotgun-wielding Ocala man arrested in human trafficking case, deputies say
Read full article: Shotgun-wielding Ocala man arrested in human trafficking case, deputies sayAn Ocala man was arrested late last week as part of a human trafficking investigation, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Florida horse trainer faces charges after abuse caught on video, deputies say
Read full article: Florida horse trainer faces charges after abuse caught on video, deputies sayThe video, recorded by a witness and submitted to authorities, depicts the horse in obvious distress trying to evade the repeated kicks and yanks, an arrest affidavit states.
Transient attacked juvenile at bus stop in DeLand, pulled knife on bystander, police say
Read full article: Transient attacked juvenile at bus stop in DeLand, pulled knife on bystander, police sayPolice in DeLand are investigating a physical assault on a minor after officers were called to a bus stop early Tuesday morning, according to city officials.
Reckless driver intentionally struck Palm Bay officer, sparked 2‑mile pursuit before being arrested, police say
Read full article: Reckless driver intentionally struck Palm Bay officer, sparked 2‑mile pursuit before being arrested, police sayA 25-year-old man was arrested early Monday after police say he intentionally crashed into a Palm Bay police vehicle, led officers on a high‑speed pursuit with his headlights off and later resisted arrest before being taken into custody on multiple charges.
School threat hoaxes ‘not a joke,’ effects extend beyond class, law enforcement warns
Read full article: School threat hoaxes ‘not a joke,’ effects extend beyond class, law enforcement warnsSchool threat hoaxes can cost upwards of $10,000 to respond to and investigate, on Central Florida sheriff said after a trio of school threat hoaxes in a five-day-span. But the ripple effects extend beyond wasted taxpayer dollars.
Former Brevard principal charged in connection with teen house party due in court for sentencing hearing
Read full article: Former Brevard principal charged in connection with teen house party due in court for sentencing hearingElizabeth Hill-Brodigan, who served as principal at Roosevelt Elementary School, faces charges of child neglect, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, and holding an open house party.
‘It’s horrific:’ Mental health counselor killed, man critically injured in office stabbing
Read full article: ‘It’s horrific:’ Mental health counselor killed, man critically injured in office stabbingA licensed mental health counselor was fatally stabbed at her office and another man was injured after a former client attacked them inside the counselor’s Lee Road office, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
‘Left with unimaginable pain:’ 3 tourists shot dead in random Osceola County attack
Read full article: ‘Left with unimaginable pain:’ 3 tourists shot dead in random Osceola County attackThe Osceola County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man over the weekend accused of randomly shooting and killing three out-of-state tourists outside a rental home, a crime some in the community say has left them shaken and raised serious questions about public safety.
Family desperate for answers after man badly beaten in Orlando day after Christmas
Read full article: Family desperate for answers after man badly beaten in Orlando day after ChristmasOrlando police are offering up to a $5,000 reward for information about the attackers of Bernard “BJ” Jackson, a man found nearly beaten to death on a Parramore street the day after Christmas.
VIDEO: 3 arrested after ‘bench-clearing brawl’ at youth baseball game in Winter Haven
Read full article: VIDEO: 3 arrested after ‘bench-clearing brawl’ at youth baseball game in Winter HavenA youth travel baseball tournament erupted into a “bench‑clearing brawl" Saturday evening, leaving a 21‑year‑old umpire hospitalized and three people arrested, according to the Winter Haven Police Department.
4 injured in Florida shooting possibly tied to online marketplace deal, deputies say
Read full article: 4 injured in Florida shooting possibly tied to online marketplace deal, deputies sayFour people were hospitalized after a shooting Monday afternoon that investigators believe stemmed from an attempted online marketplace transaction, according to the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office.
15-year-old charged as adult in Flagler County sex-offender kidnapping case
Read full article: 15-year-old charged as adult in Flagler County sex-offender kidnapping caseA 15-year-old will be charged as an adult after his arrest in connection with the reported kidnapping of a missing boy by a sex offender in Flagler County, according to the sheriff’s office.
Suspect arrested, sheriff identifies victims after 3 tourists killed in Osceola County
Read full article: Suspect arrested, sheriff identifies victims after 3 tourists killed in Osceola CountyA 29-year-old man has been arrested after three men were found shot to death outside a home in the Indian Hill subdivision near Kissimmee.
Florida man faces over 500 years in New York prison without setting foot in the state
Read full article: Florida man faces over 500 years in New York prison without setting foot in the stateAn Orlando man faces over 500 years in prison after he was accused of "flooding" the state of New York with firearms.
Accused executive director faces new charges in Volusia senior living jewelry case
Read full article: Accused executive director faces new charges in Volusia senior living jewelry caseAfter Shaun Burstein’s arrest was announced, another possible theft was reported. Deputies found jewelry and about $100 in cash were missing from the jewelry box of an 87-year-old resident at Arya at DeBary, the sheriff’s office said.
‘Murderous rage:’ Central Florida killer to spend life behind bars after attacking coworker with metal bat
Read full article: ‘Murderous rage:’ Central Florida killer to spend life behind bars after attacking coworker with metal batAfter a Leesburg man was arrested in 2021 for fatally attacking his coworker with a metal bat, he now faces life behind bars for his crimes, according to court records obtained by News 6.
Florida woman faces multiple charges after ‘punching trooper in the face’ during ICE encounter, AG says
Read full article: Florida woman faces multiple charges after ‘punching trooper in the face’ during ICE encounter, AG saysA woman was arrested Tuesday after she punched a Florida Highway Patrol trooper in the face during an encounter with ICE agents on Beach Boulevard, according to the state's attorney general.
Former Sanford officer gets first appearance after accusation of inappropriate conduct with student
Read full article: Former Sanford officer gets first appearance after accusation of inappropriate conduct with studentA former Sanford police officer and school resource officer faces multiple charges after allegedly engaging in inappropriate communications with a student while on duty.
Rep. Frost: ICE has made ‘pretty large’ hotel reservations in Central Florida
Read full article: Rep. Frost: ICE has made ‘pretty large’ hotel reservations in Central FloridaIn a video posted to Instagram Thursday, Congressman Maxwell Frost (D - FL) responded to rumors about a heavy presence of agents with the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Central Florida by saying he can confirm that the agency has deployed agents here and that ICE has made “pretty large” hotel reservations in the area.
Florida man tries to stay in Walmart for 24 hours in TikTok challenge, gets arrested
Read full article: Florida man tries to stay in Walmart for 24 hours in TikTok challenge, gets arrestedA Florida man was arrested this week after he tried to stay at a Walmart store overnight as part of a TikTok challenge, according to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office.
‘Deplorable:’ Cockroach-infested home sparks arrest of Central Florida couple
Read full article: ‘Deplorable:’ Cockroach-infested home sparks arrest of Central Florida coupleA Palm Coast couple was arrested this week after a welfare check revealed “deplorable” living conditions inside their home, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
Plea hearing to be continued for Brevard County deputy accused of fatally shooting roommate, fellow deputy
Read full article: Plea hearing to be continued for Brevard County deputy accused of fatally shooting roommate, fellow deputyA plea hearing and sentencing is set for a Brevard County deputy accused of manslaughter in the fatal 2022 shooting of his roommate and fellow deputy.
‘The worst kind of criminal:’ Former Sanford officer jailed over ‘inappropriate conduct’ with teen at school
Read full article: ‘The worst kind of criminal:’ Former Sanford officer jailed over ‘inappropriate conduct’ with teen at schoolA former Sanford school resource officer has been jailed after police said he was caught engaging in “inappropriate conduct” with a 17-year-old student.
‘Our neighborhood child pedophile:’ 911 call released in chaotic arrest of man found with missing boy in Flagler
Read full article: ‘Our neighborhood child pedophile:’ 911 call released in chaotic arrest of man found with missing boy in FlaglerA 911 call is revealing new details about how deputies were able to find a registered sex offender who was arrested last week while driving with a missing child he's accused of kidnapping and torturing.
VIDEO: Florida man wanted in Indiana arrested in Flagler County for 5th DUI, deputies say
Read full article: VIDEO: Florida man wanted in Indiana arrested in Flagler County for 5th DUI, deputies sayA Palm Coast man wanted in Indiana was arrested on his fifth DUI after Flagler County deputies stopped him for reckless driving, according to the sheriff’s office.