Grady Judd: Record-breaking bust nets enough fentanyl to kill 14.5 million people
Sheriff Grady Judd says detectives in Polk County seized 64 pounds of fentanyl and arrested eight people in what the sheriff's office calls the largest fentanyl seizure in the county's history.
Sheriff Grady Judd says detectives in Polk County seized 64 pounds of fentanyl and arrested eight people in what the sheriff's office calls the largest fentanyl seizure in the county's history.
Wanted Florida man arrested after taunting Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd online: ‘You done messed up'
It was game on when a wanted Florida man made a social media post challenging the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff Grady Judd to find him.
It was game on when a wanted Florida man made a social media post challenging the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff Grady Judd to find him.
Grady Judd: Chicago police officer arrested at Polk County resort for attacking security guard
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd shared details Tuesday on the arrest of a Chicago police officer accused of attacking a security guard at a resort while using a racial slur.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd shared details Tuesday on the arrest of a Chicago police officer accused of attacking a security guard at a resort while using a racial slur.
'Juvenile delinquent' accused of firing shots in 'ambush' after arranging fight on social media: PCSO
A 16-year-old convicted felon is facing a long list of new charges after Polk County deputies say he arranged a fight with another teen on social media, then showed up with a gun and opened fire.
A 16-year-old convicted felon is facing a long list of new charges after Polk County deputies say he arranged a fight with another teen on social media, then showed up with a gun and opened fire.
Lake Wales animal cruelty case: Multiple arrests, 1 horse dead on scene
A Lake Wales man was arrested Sunday on felony animal cruelty charges after Polk County deputies discovered severely neglected horses and goats on his property, including one horse that died before detectives arrived.
A Lake Wales man was arrested Sunday on felony animal cruelty charges after Polk County deputies discovered severely neglected horses and goats on his property, including one horse that died before detectives arrived.
Polk County deputies find six dogs in 107-degree home filled with feces and trash, two arrested
Two men were arrested Friday in Polk County after deputies discovered six dogs living in deplorable conditions.
Two men were arrested Friday in Polk County after deputies discovered six dogs living in deplorable conditions.
Man used life vest to fend off alligator attack at Lake Kissimmee State Park
New details have been released about a violent alligator attack that left a woman seriously injured while kayaking in Lake Kissimmee State Park earlier this year.
New details have been released about a violent alligator attack that left a woman seriously injured while kayaking in Lake Kissimmee State Park earlier this year.
Florida woman killed after crashing into semi-truck while trying to pass car in no-passing zone: PCSO
A woman died after Polk County deputies say she tried to pass another vehicle in a no-passing zone and hit a semi-truck head-on.
A woman died after Polk County deputies say she tried to pass another vehicle in a no-passing zone and hit a semi-truck head-on.
Grady Judd: Deputies shoot, kill 'bizarre' armed man minutes after apparent gator attack in lake
Sheriff Grady Judd says Polk County deputies shot and killed an armed man who was attacked by an alligator while swimming across a lake, then charged at the deputies with a pair of garden shears before trying to grab a gun from a patrol vehicle.
Sheriff Grady Judd says Polk County deputies shot and killed an armed man who was attacked by an alligator while swimming across a lake, then charged at the deputies with a pair of garden shears before trying to grab a gun from a patrol vehicle.
Polk County Deputy allegedly assaulted by illegal Venezuelan national during traffic stop: Officials
Polk County Deputy allegedly assaulted by illegal Venezuelan national during traffic stop.
Polk County Deputy allegedly assaulted by illegal Venezuelan national during traffic stop.
Florida man with ‘sordid history’ accused of trying to set roommates on fire: ‘Pure evil in the flesh’
A man, who Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says has an extensive criminal history, has been charged with five counts of first-degree attempted murder and arson.
A man, who Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says has an extensive criminal history, has been charged with five counts of first-degree attempted murder and arson.
Davenport man kills adult stepson after a child grabbed gun while being punished for playing Fortnite: Police
An argument over a video game turned deadly in Davenport on Wednesday night.
An argument over a video game turned deadly in Davenport on Wednesday night.
Florida mosquito season raises public health concerns over rise in illnesses
As Florida heads into the warmer months, mosquito control officials are warning of an active season ahead, with the risk of mosquito-borne illnesses such as Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and dengue on the rise.
As Florida heads into the warmer months, mosquito control officials are warning of an active season ahead, with the risk of mosquito-borne illnesses such as Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and dengue on the rise.
Sheriff Grady Judd: 'Violent death' at group home prompts murder investigation
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says that his office is helping the Bartow Police Department investigate what they are calling a “violent death."
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says that his office is helping the Bartow Police Department investigate what they are calling a “violent death."
Grady Judd: 255 suspects, including 36 illegal immigrants, busted in operation ‘Fool Around and Find Out’
More than 250 suspects were arrested during a nine-day, multi-agency undercover investigation in Polk County.
More than 250 suspects were arrested during a nine-day, multi-agency undercover investigation in Polk County.
2 dead after car crashes into Polk County home; sheriff links incident to possible drug deal
A 38-year-old man riding an electric bicycle in a Lakeland area neighborhood was killed after being struck by a vehicle that subsequently crashed into a home, authorities said. Both the driver and the bicyclist were pronounced dead at the scene and now, the Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating the deaths as a "double-homicide."
A 38-year-old man riding an electric bicycle in a Lakeland area neighborhood was killed after being struck by a vehicle that subsequently crashed into a home, authorities said. Both the driver and the bicyclist were pronounced dead at the scene and now, the Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating the deaths as a "double-homicide."
4 teens arrested in violent attack leaving man seriously injured: 'Sickening rage'
Four teens face felony charges after an attack that Polk County deputies call "brutal," leaving a man with serious injuries.
Four teens face felony charges after an attack that Polk County deputies call "brutal," leaving a man with serious injuries.
3 Osceola High students hurt in Florida prom after-party shooting; 3 shooters sought, officials say
Three Osceola High School students were hurt in a shooting early Sunday in Davenport after after-prom parties spilled into a condo parking lot, according to deputies.
Three Osceola High School students were hurt in a shooting early Sunday in Davenport after after-prom parties spilled into a condo parking lot, according to deputies.
Woman accused of hitting 3-year-old with soda can at Florida gas station: PCSO
A woman is facing charges months after Polk County deputies say she threw a soda can into a car at a gas station, hitting a 3-year-old child.
A woman is facing charges months after Polk County deputies say she threw a soda can into a car at a gas station, hitting a 3-year-old child.
Woman driving under influence had child in backseat, no driver's license: Sheriff's office
A Florida woman was arrested during a traffic stop in Polk County after deputies said they found methamphetamine, fentanyl, and a child in her car.
A Florida woman was arrested during a traffic stop in Polk County after deputies said they found methamphetamine, fentanyl, and a child in her car.