Cold case cracked: Technology helps solve 1986 homicide of Polk County nurse, deputies say
An illicit affair in the 1940s was the key in solving the cold case murder of a Polk County mother and nurse, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
An illicit affair in the 1940s was the key in solving the cold case murder of a Polk County mother and nurse, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Florida man crashes stolen car after OnStar shuts engine off in multi-county high-speed chase: Deputies
A Winter Haven man is facing several charges after he crashed a stolen car on I-4 on Friday after the engine was turned off by OnStar, deputies said.
A Winter Haven man is facing several charges after he crashed a stolen car on I-4 on Friday after the engine was turned off by OnStar, deputies said.
Man crashes stolen car on I-4 near Disney World, deputies say
There is a large law enforcement presence along Interstate 4 at the scene of a crash in Polk County.
There is a large law enforcement presence along Interstate 4 at the scene of a crash in Polk County.
Knife-wielding man shot by police, deputies after stolen car crash in Auburndale: officials
One man was killed in an officer- and deputy-involved shooting in Auburndale on Thursday night, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
One man was killed in an officer- and deputy-involved shooting in Auburndale on Thursday night, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Arrest made in Polk County hit and run crash that left 9-year-old child dead, deputies say
An arrest has been made following a hit-and-run crash that left a 9-year-old riding his bicycle dead, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said.
An arrest has been made following a hit-and-run crash that left a 9-year-old riding his bicycle dead, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said.
Florida deputies search for truck suspected in deadly hit and run crash that left boy, 9, dead
Polk County deputies are searching for the driver responsible for hitting and killing a child riding a bike Friday.
Polk County deputies are searching for the driver responsible for hitting and killing a child riding a bike Friday.
Shocking video shows Florida man brutally attack ex-girlfriend, knock Good Samaritan unconscious, deputies say
Jose Chaidez, 35, of Haines City, is wanted for attempted second-degree murder, armed burglary with battery, burglary with battery, criminal mischief, and stalking, the Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) said in a news release.
Jose Chaidez, 35, of Haines City, is wanted for attempted second-degree murder, armed burglary with battery, burglary with battery, criminal mischief, and stalking, the Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) said in a news release.
'Judd Java': Coffee company names brew after Polk Sheriff Grady Judd
When you purchase your next cup of coffee, you'll be able to support a local business and law enforcement at the same time.
When you purchase your next cup of coffee, you'll be able to support a local business and law enforcement at the same time.
4, including woman claiming self-defense, arrested in connection with Winter Haven teen's death: PCSO
Four suspects with criminal histories have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a teenage gang member in Winter Haven.
Four suspects with criminal histories have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a teenage gang member in Winter Haven.
Documented teen gang member found dead on Winter Haven driveway; search underway for shooter: Grady Judd
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is asking for the community’s assistance in finding the suspect responsible for shooting and killing a 15-year-old boy early Tuesday morning.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is asking for the community’s assistance in finding the suspect responsible for shooting and killing a 15-year-old boy early Tuesday morning.
Winter Haven couple indicted on murder charges after caging, drowning 6-year-old: Deputies
A Winter Haven couple has been indicted for the alleged purposeful drowning death of a 6-year-old who they previously locked in a cage and physically abused, detectives said.
A Winter Haven couple has been indicted for the alleged purposeful drowning death of a 6-year-old who they previously locked in a cage and physically abused, detectives said.
3 Winter Haven families displaced by massive Labor Day fire
Three families have been displaced after a massive fire broke out in Winter Haven on Labor Day.
Three families have been displaced after a massive fire broke out in Winter Haven on Labor Day.
Missing Child Alert canceled for teen last seen in Plant City: FDLE
A Missing Child Alert for a 15-year-old girl last seen in Plant City was canceled, according to investigators. According to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the child was found safe.
A Missing Child Alert for a 15-year-old girl last seen in Plant City was canceled, according to investigators. According to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the child was found safe.
Citgo gasoline from Port of Tampa contaminated with diesel, FDACS says
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) has discovered a widespread fuel contamination caused by human error at the Port of Tampa.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) has discovered a widespread fuel contamination caused by human error at the Port of Tampa.
3-year-old boy found sleeping on neighbor's porch after wandering away from Florida home: deputies
Polk County deputies are searching for 3-year-old Thomas Owens Santos after he wandered away from his Davenport, Florida, home.
Polk County deputies are searching for 3-year-old Thomas Owens Santos after he wandered away from his Davenport, Florida, home.
4 Florida first responders hospitalized after ambulance responding to call crashes into store: deputies
Four Polk County Fire Rescue members were injured after an ambulance crashed into the side of a store in Lakeland, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Four Polk County Fire Rescue members were injured after an ambulance crashed into the side of a store in Lakeland, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Lost alligator surprises students on first day at Central Florida school, deputies say
As students at a Central Florida high school embarked on their first day back to school, they were encountered by a rather unconventional classmate – a lost alligator.
As students at a Central Florida high school embarked on their first day back to school, they were encountered by a rather unconventional classmate – a lost alligator.
Florida teen driver going 80 mph in 45 mph zone arrested after crashing into SUV, injuring 4: FHP
Troopers have arrested a Florida teenage driver who reportedly ran off after speeding and crashing into an SUV, injuring four people in Polk County over the weekend. The crash happened after 12 a.m. Sunday at the intersection of Ronald Reagan Parkway and Pine Tree Trail.
Troopers have arrested a Florida teenage driver who reportedly ran off after speeding and crashing into an SUV, injuring four people in Polk County over the weekend. The crash happened after 12 a.m. Sunday at the intersection of Ronald Reagan Parkway and Pine Tree Trail.
British tourists get full Florida experience when they come face-to-face with giant alligator
A family from the United Kingdom visiting a Polk County reserve for the first time was in for a Florida-style shock when they witnessed an alligator crossing the trail less than 15 feet away from them.
A family from the United Kingdom visiting a Polk County reserve for the first time was in for a Florida-style shock when they witnessed an alligator crossing the trail less than 15 feet away from them.
Several injured after Amtrak train derails in Lakeland in crash involving semi-truck: Sheriff
An Amtrak train derailed in Lakeland, Florida on Friday evening after a crash involving a semi-truck, first responders said.
An Amtrak train derailed in Lakeland, Florida on Friday evening after a crash involving a semi-truck, first responders said.