Florida man attempted to drain more than $50K from 82-year-old woman, deputies say
Jiaan Cao was arrested for fraud Dec. 12 after attempting to scam an 82-year-old man out of more than $50,000, the Marion County Sheriff's Office says.
Ocala Police launch long-term crackdown on speeding and aggressive driving
The Ocala Police Department, in partnership with the Florida Department of Transportation, has launched a high-visibility enforcement operation targeting speeding and aggressive driving within city limits.
Deputies search for suspect accused of robbing, stabbing man outside Florida gas station for $600
Deputies are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect they said robbed a man outside a Marion County gas station and then stabbed him before taking off, authorities said.
City of Ocala to offer free downtown parking ahead of holiday season
The city of Ocala is celebrating the holiday season by giving its residents and visitors a gift: free downtown parking.
Ocala Police investigating shooting at E.D. Croskey Center
Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, at the E.D. Croskey Center, located at 1510 NW 4th St, in Ocala.
Threatening Facebook post of popular Ocala event leads to man's arrest, police say
Officials said they will be increasing security personnel for the event.
Ajike 'AJ' Owens' family releases statement ahead of Susan Lorincz sentencing next week
The family of Ajike Owens has released a statement just days ahead of the sentencing of Susan Lorincz scheduled for November 25.
Florida man accused of attacking Amazon driver on delivery route, deputies say
An Amazon delivery driver is recovering after being attacked on his route in Ocala, with the arrest of the alleged assailant captured on body camera footage.
Susan Lorincz seeks reduced sentence in AJ Owens manslaughter conviction
Susan Louise Lorincz, convicted of manslaughter in the fatal shooting of her neighbor, AJ Owens, has filed a motion requesting a reduced sentence.
Marion County Sheriff's Office's 'Candy Sweep', ensures sexual predators don't participate in Halloween
As kids get ready in their costumes and plan to hit the streets of their neighborhoods, running door-to-door to stuff their bags with as much candy as possible on Thursday night, Marion County Sheriff's Office plans to keep their citizens as safe as possible.
Ocala teacher arrested for allegedly sending inappropriate Snapchat messages to student
An Ocala teacher has been arrested, accused of sending inappropriate messages to a student on Snapchat, according to police.
Man dies after dirt bike crash in Ocala National Forest: FHP
Troopers said the 59-year-old man was traveling on a dirt road in the forest before he struck two trees.
Shooting at Ocala park sparks investigation: Police
Police said the injured person was sent to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Ocala woman saved from sinking car in retention pond after suffering medical episode
A woman was pulled to safety after driving into a retention pond following what is believed to be a medical episode, authorities said.
Family loses everything when tree falls on apartment during Hurricane Helene
Dalon Charles’ mother, wife, and two children were all inside their apartment when a tree came crashing down on the roof.
Ocala Police looking for public's help in solving 24-year-old cold case
The Ocala Police Department is calling on the public for help in a 24-year-old cold case.
Ocala pursuit ends in officer-involved shooting, police say
The Ocala Police Department is currently investigating a vehicle pursuit that ended with officer-involved gunfire.
Marion County deputy shoots, kills girlfriend with rifle while teaching how to clean guns, police say
A former Marion County sheriff's deputy was arrested Thursday under suspicion of manslaughter after his girlfriend was shot in the head and killed, according to the Ocala Police Department.
Former Florida youth basketball coach accused of molesting children, holding teen captive
A former Boys and Girls Club basketball coach in Marion County is accused of child molestation, human trafficking, and the production and possession of child pornography, among other criminal acts, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.
Victim of deadly Marion County shooting identified; suspect in custody
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim of a deadly shooting that happened on Tuesday afternoon.