Man charged with animal cruelty after five pit bulls taken from home

A man from Mount Dora was arrested on charges of animal cruelty after investigators took five pit bulls from his property.

18-year-old with learner's permit arrested for street racing

Lake County deputies arrested an 18-year-old who only has a learner's permit for racing on the highway at speeds of more than 100 miles per hour. 

Police: Shots fired between two vehicles, suspects fled scene

The occupants of one vehicle fled on foot after crashing into a pond while the other vehicle took off, police reported.

Search underway for suspect in shooting of Eustis police officer
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A massive manhunt was underway in Lake County after authorities say a man injured a captain with the Eustis Police Department following an exchange of gunfire.

Body found in Tavares marina identified as possible robbery suspect

Detectives in Lake County say a body discovered in the water at a Tavares marina may possibly one of four suspects in a robbery that occurred on Friday at a nearby internet casino.

Couple pulled from sinking minivan
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A minivan became submerged in a water-filled hole that opened up along a road in The Villages. A couple was pulled from the vehicle by a passer-by.

Minivan becomes submerged in hole in Florida retirement community

A minivan became submerged in a water-filled hole that opened up along a road in The Villages. A couple was pulled from the vehicle by a passer-by.

Caretaker accused of abusing elderly woman, attacking deputy

Authorities in Lake County said a live-in caregiver is accused of beating an elderly disabled woman. The trouble began late Tuesday night at a residence in Altoona.