Man accused of punching kids for riding ATVs through Marion County neighborhood, deputies say
A man is accused of grabbing and punching two children for riding ATVs through a Marion County neighborhood, according to the Sheriff's Office.
A man is accused of grabbing and punching two children for riding ATVs through a Marion County neighborhood, according to the Sheriff's Office.
Florida man accused of grabbing, punching teen over ATV riding
A Florida man is accused of two counts of child abuse after deputies say he yelled at and grabbed teens who were riding an ATV four-wheeler in his neighborhood. Witnesses told deputies Ivan Sobal, 42, charged at them as they were riding their vehicle.
A Florida man is accused of two counts of child abuse after deputies say he yelled at and grabbed teens who were riding an ATV four-wheeler in his neighborhood. Witnesses told deputies Ivan Sobal, 42, charged at them as they were riding their vehicle.
Residents react to deputy-involved shooting in Ocala neighborhood
Residents in an Ocala neighborhood called the area "peaceful." That's before a domestic disturbance call led to a deputy shooting an armed suspect. The Marion County Sheriff's Office says the man threatened the deputy with a gun, before the deputy fired. The man later died, the sheriff's office reported.
Residents in an Ocala neighborhood called the area "peaceful." That's before a domestic disturbance call led to a deputy shooting an armed suspect. The Marion County Sheriff's Office says the man threatened the deputy with a gun, before the deputy fired. The man later died, the sheriff's office reported.
Man shot, killed after threatening deputy with gun, sheriff's office says
A man died after being shot by a Marion County sheriff's deputy during a domestic disturbance call in Ocala on Tuesday afternoon. Investigators stated the deputy opened fire to “eliminate a threat” after the man reportedly threatened the deputy with a gun. The deputy immediately rendered medical aid to the suspect, and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement has stepped in to conduct an independent investigation into the shooting.
A man died after being shot by a Marion County sheriff's deputy during a domestic disturbance call in Ocala on Tuesday afternoon. Investigators stated the deputy opened fire to “eliminate a threat” after the man reportedly threatened the deputy with a gun. The deputy immediately rendered medical aid to the suspect, and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement has stepped in to conduct an independent investigation into the shooting.
Florida deputy shoots armed man to 'eliminate threat' during Ocala disturbance call, sheriff says
A man died after being shot by a Marion County sheriff's deputy during a domestic disturbance call in Ocala on Tuesday afternoon.
A man died after being shot by a Marion County sheriff's deputy during a domestic disturbance call in Ocala on Tuesday afternoon.
Family leans on faith after suspect arrested in deadly 90 mph crash: 'Light in the darkness'
The daughter of a woman killed in a high-speed crash in Ocala says she has chosen forgiveness while urging young drivers to slow down and avoid reckless driving.
The daughter of a woman killed in a high-speed crash in Ocala says she has chosen forgiveness while urging young drivers to slow down and avoid reckless driving.
3 Central Florida alligator bite incidents within 1 week, authorities confirm
The FWC is investigating three separate alligator bites that occurred in Central Florida within a single week. A snorkeler was bitten June 21 in Marion County's Rainbow River, a juvenile was bitten on the hand on June 27 while fishing along the shoreline in Lake County and a woman was bitten while swimming in Seminole County.
The FWC is investigating three separate alligator bites that occurred in Central Florida within a single week. A snorkeler was bitten June 21 in Marion County's Rainbow River, a juvenile was bitten on the hand on June 27 while fishing along the shoreline in Lake County and a woman was bitten while swimming in Seminole County.
FHP: Florida man drove 90 mph in 30 mph zone before deadly crash
An 18-year-old man is facing vehicular manslaughter and reckless driving charges after a crash that killed a woman in Ocala, Florida. FHP said the driver was speeding at 90 mph in a 30 mph zone.
An 18-year-old man is facing vehicular manslaughter and reckless driving charges after a crash that killed a woman in Ocala, Florida. FHP said the driver was speeding at 90 mph in a 30 mph zone.
Florida family reunites with missing dog found months later in New York
An Ocala family is preparing for an emotional reunion after their missing dog was found more than 1,000 miles away in New York.
An Ocala family is preparing for an emotional reunion after their missing dog was found more than 1,000 miles away in New York.
Teen charged as adult with felony murder in crash that killed elderly Ocala couple, police say
A 17-year-old has been arrested on a felony murder charge in connection with a deadly traffic crash last month.
A 17-year-old has been arrested on a felony murder charge in connection with a deadly traffic crash last month.
Recreational Florida river reopens after snorkeler bit by alligator, deputies say
The attack happened along the Rainbow River when a snorkeler was reported to being bitten by the alligator, prompting the closure.
The attack happened along the Rainbow River when a snorkeler was reported to being bitten by the alligator, prompting the closure.
I-75 bridge closure in Marion County begins as reconstruction project gets underway
The SW 66th Street bridge over Interstate 75 closed Sunday as crews begin a major reconstruction project as part of the Florida Department of Transportation's Moving I-75 Forward initiative.
The SW 66th Street bridge over Interstate 75 closed Sunday as crews begin a major reconstruction project as part of the Florida Department of Transportation's Moving I-75 Forward initiative.
58 arrested in Marion County 5-day child predator sex sting, sheriff says
A total of 58 men were arrested during a 5-day undercover operation targeting alleged child sex predators in Marion County, Sheriff Billy Woods and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier revealed during a news conference on Thursday.
A total of 58 men were arrested during a 5-day undercover operation targeting alleged child sex predators in Marion County, Sheriff Billy Woods and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier revealed during a news conference on Thursday.
Marion County deputies seek woman accused of interfering with child custody
The Marion County Sheriff's Office is searching for Sahar Abdulaziz Algeri, who is wanted on an active warrant for interference with child custody.
The Marion County Sheriff's Office is searching for Sahar Abdulaziz Algeri, who is wanted on an active warrant for interference with child custody.
Leesburg man killed in three-vehicle crash on Marion County road: FHP
A 30-year-old Leesburg man was killed Wednesday afternoon in a three-vehicle crash on County Road 42 in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 30-year-old Leesburg man was killed Wednesday afternoon in a three-vehicle crash on County Road 42 in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Marion County deputies searching for missing endangered woman
Marion County deputies are looking for a woman who went missing in Ocala.
Marion County deputies are looking for a woman who went missing in Ocala.
Toddler drowns in family pool over Memorial Day weekend
A 22-month-old boy tragically died after accidentally falling into a pool in Dunnellon over Memorial Day weekend.
A 22-month-old boy tragically died after accidentally falling into a pool in Dunnellon over Memorial Day weekend.
Man dies after tractor overturns in Marion County: FHP
Troopers said a 56-year-old man was in the area of NE 21st Ave Road while conducting maintenance in a tractor around 7 p.m.
Troopers said a 56-year-old man was in the area of NE 21st Ave Road while conducting maintenance in a tractor around 7 p.m.
2 'street racers' going 100 in 50 mph zone arrested: FHP
Two Florida men were caught allegedly racing along a Marion County street at 50 miles per hour above the posted speed limit, state troopers said.
Two Florida men were caught allegedly racing along a Marion County street at 50 miles per hour above the posted speed limit, state troopers said.
Florida teen, pretending to be domestic violence victim, scams $2K from 'boyfriend': Deputies
A Florida teen is accused of pretending to be a domestic violence victim to scam a man she met on Facebook Dating out of thousands of dollars.
A Florida teen is accused of pretending to be a domestic violence victim to scam a man she met on Facebook Dating out of thousands of dollars.