New video: Deputies rescue missing 11-year-old boy after chase involving registered sex offender
Authorities say an 11-year-old boy reported missing days earlier was rescued after deputies stopped a pickup truck driven by a registered sex offender, setting off a dramatic series of events that included a foot pursuit and a second vehicle chase.
Authorities say an 11-year-old boy reported missing days earlier was rescued after deputies stopped a pickup truck driven by a registered sex offender, setting off a dramatic series of events that included a foot pursuit and a second vehicle chase.
Inmate death investigation underway after Palm Coast man dies after DUI arrest
An inmate at the Sheriff Perry Hall Inmate Detention Facility in Flagler County died after he was found unresponsive in a single-person cell, authorities say.
An inmate at the Sheriff Perry Hall Inmate Detention Facility in Flagler County died after he was found unresponsive in a single-person cell, authorities say.
Matanzas High School placed on hold after 'modified fireworks' found in student’s car
A high school in Flagler County was placed on a hold status on Tuesday after “modified fireworks" were found inside a student’s car on campus, authorities said.
A high school in Flagler County was placed on a hold status on Tuesday after “modified fireworks" were found inside a student’s car on campus, authorities said.
Demolition resumes on historic Flagler Beach Pier as rebuild moves forward
Demolition resumed Tuesday on the historic Flagler Beach Pier after crews paused work over the summer due to sea turtle nesting season and nearby turtle activity.
Demolition resumed Tuesday on the historic Flagler Beach Pier after crews paused work over the summer due to sea turtle nesting season and nearby turtle activity.
Sheriff Rick Staly: Update on kidnapped 11-year-old boy
Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly provides an update on the investigation into an 11-year-old boy who was reported missing and then possibly kidnapped by a 15-year-old boy and a 60-year-old registered sex offender, Darnell Hairston. The 11-year-old told deputies that he was lured to a campsite, had duct tape placed over his mouth, and was tied with shoelaces and an extension cord for days. When deputies separated the boys from Hairston, the 15-year-old jumped in the truck and drove off, leading deputies on a short pursuit. The 15-year-old ultimately drove off the road and crashed, flipping the truck. He was not seriously hurt and is facing charges.
Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly provides an update on the investigation into an 11-year-old boy who was reported missing and then possibly kidnapped by a 15-year-old boy and a 60-year-old registered sex offender, Darnell Hairston. The 11-year-old told deputies that he was lured to a campsite, had duct tape placed over his mouth, and was tied with shoelaces and an extension cord for days. When deputies separated the boys from Hairston, the 15-year-old jumped in the truck and drove off, leading deputies on a short pursuit. The 15-year-old ultimately drove off the road and crashed, flipping the truck. He was not seriously hurt and is facing charges.
Caregiver arrested for stealing from senior in Flagler County, officials say
Caregiver arrested for stealing from senior in Flagler County, officials say
Caregiver arrested for stealing from senior in Flagler County, officials say
Flagler Sheriff: Missing 11-year-old boy was kidnapped, tied up by suspect
Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly has released additional details after a 60-year-old registered sex offender was recently found with an 11-year-old boy, who was reported missing in St. Johns County, and a 15-year-old boy.
Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly has released additional details after a 60-year-old registered sex offender was recently found with an 11-year-old boy, who was reported missing in St. Johns County, and a 15-year-old boy.
Florida deputy arrested after alleged drunk argument during New Year's celebration
A Flagler County deputy was arrested for a domestic battery offense after celebrating the New Year, the sheriff's office says.
A Flagler County deputy was arrested for a domestic battery offense after celebrating the New Year, the sheriff's office says.
Dashcam: Florida man found with 2 kids in truck runs from deputies
The Flagler County Sheriff's Office said deputies conducted a traffic stop early Wednesday morning after someone reported suspicious activity. Deputies pulled over a truck on US Highway 1 and found a 60-year-old man and two minors. One of those minors was reported missing out of St. Johns County. As deputies were investigating, the man attempted to flee, but was quickly tackled. At the same time, a 15-year-old hopped in the driver's seat of the truck and took off, nearly running over one deputy's foot in the process. That teenager eventually drove off the road, crashed, and flipped the truck on State Road 100.
The Flagler County Sheriff's Office said deputies conducted a traffic stop early Wednesday morning after someone reported suspicious activity. Deputies pulled over a truck on US Highway 1 and found a 60-year-old man and two minors. One of those minors was reported missing out of St. Johns County. As deputies were investigating, the man attempted to flee, but was quickly tackled. At the same time, a 15-year-old hopped in the driver's seat of the truck and took off, nearly running over one deputy's foot in the process. That teenager eventually drove off the road, crashed, and flipped the truck on State Road 100.
Missing child found with registered sex offender during traffic stop, deputies say
Two people were arrested, and a missing child was located following a traffic stop that escalated into a vehicle pursuit and crash across western Flagler County, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office said.
Two people were arrested, and a missing child was located following a traffic stop that escalated into a vehicle pursuit and crash across western Flagler County, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office said.
Woman accused of wrong-way drunken driving arrested in Flagler County
A 37-year-old Georgia woman was arrested in Flagler County after deputies say she was driving the wrong way while intoxicated and was nearly three times over the legal alcohol limit.
A 37-year-old Georgia woman was arrested in Flagler County after deputies say she was driving the wrong way while intoxicated and was nearly three times over the legal alcohol limit.
Central Florida cold weather shelters activated as Arctic blast approaches
With colder temperatures expected across Central and North Florida, counties are activating cold weather and warming shelters to protect residents who lack adequate heat or housing.
With colder temperatures expected across Central and North Florida, counties are activating cold weather and warming shelters to protect residents who lack adequate heat or housing.
'Little Christmas miracle,' Family celebrates dog’s recovery after rescue from Palm Coast house fire
A Palm Coast family is celebrating the recovery of their family dog, Kira, this holiday season. This comes weeks after she was rescued from a house fire. While dealing with vision and balance issues, Kira is getting better by the day.
A Palm Coast family is celebrating the recovery of their family dog, Kira, this holiday season. This comes weeks after she was rescued from a house fire. While dealing with vision and balance issues, Kira is getting better by the day.
2 Flagler County deputies hit by vehicle, taken to hospital
Two Flagler County sheriff’s deputies were hospitalized Tuesday after their motorcycles were struck by a car, according to Sheriff Rick Staly.
Two Flagler County sheriff’s deputies were hospitalized Tuesday after their motorcycles were struck by a car, according to Sheriff Rick Staly.
Flagler County deputies to use new translation technology in the field
Flagler County sheriff’s deputies are adding new technology to help improve communication with residents who do not speak English.
Flagler County sheriff’s deputies are adding new technology to help improve communication with residents who do not speak English.
Bomb threat at a Flagler County high school, sheriff's office investigates
The Flagler County Sheriff's Office is responding to bomb threat at Matanzas High School in Palm Coast, Monday afternoon.
The Flagler County Sheriff's Office is responding to bomb threat at Matanzas High School in Palm Coast, Monday afternoon.
3 students arrested at Flagler Palm Coast High School on drug and weapon charges
Three students at Flagler Palm Coast High School were arrested this week in separate incidents involving drugs and a weapon.
Three students at Flagler Palm Coast High School were arrested this week in separate incidents involving drugs and a weapon.
Flagler County detective suspended without pay in evading police accusations
A Flagler County detective arrested for allegedly evading a traffic stop has been suspended for two days without pay – following an internal investigation.
A Flagler County detective arrested for allegedly evading a traffic stop has been suspended for two days without pay – following an internal investigation.
Deputies hold baby shower for jailed expectant mother as part of rehabilitation effort
Flagler County deputies held a surprise baby shower for an inmate in the jail’s SMART rehabilitation program, buying essentials with their own money.
Flagler County deputies held a surprise baby shower for an inmate in the jail’s SMART rehabilitation program, buying essentials with their own money.
Former Flagler County paramedic takes stand in sexual battery trial
A former Flagler County paramedic is on trial, accused of molesting an unconscious patient and filming it.
A former Flagler County paramedic is on trial, accused of molesting an unconscious patient and filming it.