2 dogs die after locked in car in 78 degree weather, DeLand Police say
A DeLand man was arrested on felony animal torture charges after his two dogs died of heat stroke inside a locked car at a Volusia County Walmart on April 6.
A DeLand man was arrested on felony animal torture charges after his two dogs died of heat stroke inside a locked car at a Volusia County Walmart on April 6.
Florida man arrested after 2 die in car from heat stroke
A Florida man, David Micale, was arrested after a man, appearing to be drunk near a DeLand Walmart, left his dogs in a car. Both dogs later died from heat stroke, deputies said.
A Florida man, David Micale, was arrested after a man, appearing to be drunk near a DeLand Walmart, left his dogs in a car. Both dogs later died from heat stroke, deputies said.
2 sailboats wash up on New Smyrna Beach amid rough wave conditions
Amid the fast 40 mile per hour wind and 14 foot waves, two sailboats were found washed on the shore of New Smyrna Beach. A couple in the boat, who called 911, are expected to be Ok.
Amid the fast 40 mile per hour wind and 14 foot waves, two sailboats were found washed on the shore of New Smyrna Beach. A couple in the boat, who called 911, are expected to be Ok.
Couple rescued after sailboat Ponce Inlet crash amid high waves
A couple was rescued after their sailboat crashed into the jetty in Ponce Inlet during a High Surf Advisory.
A couple was rescued after their sailboat crashed into the jetty in Ponce Inlet during a High Surf Advisory.
Florida teen arrested for swinging baby alligator by tail, kicking dirt on it, deputies say
A Florida 14-year-old is potentially facing charges after surveillance video showed him picking up a baby alligator by its tail and swinging it around his head, and kicking dirt onto it, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
A Florida 14-year-old is potentially facing charges after surveillance video showed him picking up a baby alligator by its tail and swinging it around his head, and kicking dirt onto it, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
Sheriff sends stern warning to social media promoters of 'Daytona Beach Takeover' event
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood is warning social media promoters against a "Daytona Beach Takeover" event after flyers were posted on social media sites.
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood is warning social media promoters against a "Daytona Beach Takeover" event after flyers were posted on social media sites.
Volusia County warns Spring Break promoters to stop before legal action is taken
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood is warning social media promoters against a "Daytona Beach Takeover" event after flyers were posted on social media sites. The event is scheduled for this week, April 6 through 11. Chitwood is warning promoters now, this event should not take place. “You can't promote events which shoot and loot is the underscoring theme to this,” Chitwood told FOX 35's Chancelor Winn.
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood is warning social media promoters against a "Daytona Beach Takeover" event after flyers were posted on social media sites. The event is scheduled for this week, April 6 through 11. Chitwood is warning promoters now, this event should not take place. “You can't promote events which shoot and loot is the underscoring theme to this,” Chitwood told FOX 35's Chancelor Winn.
14-foot waves, 40MPH winds expected along Florida coast: What beach cities are doing to prepare
The coast will be particularly treacherous this week. A High Surf Advisory is in effect through Friday as the Atlantic creates "washing machine" conditions. This means beach-goers can expect 14-foot waves and 40 mile per hour wind gusts.
The coast will be particularly treacherous this week. A High Surf Advisory is in effect through Friday as the Atlantic creates "washing machine" conditions. This means beach-goers can expect 14-foot waves and 40 mile per hour wind gusts.
Daytona Beach audit: Claims of 'free-for-all' spending spark calls for accountability
An audit has found that Daytona Beach city officials have largely ignored purchasing policies in place since 2006, raising concerns over accountability and oversight.
An audit has found that Daytona Beach city officials have largely ignored purchasing policies in place since 2006, raising concerns over accountability and oversight.
Deputies seek 2 suspects after shooting incident at Deltona gas station
Authorities are searching for two suspects in connection with a shooting incident at a gas station in Deltona last month, investigators said.
Authorities are searching for two suspects in connection with a shooting incident at a gas station in Deltona last month, investigators said.
Florida family says teen’s survival after highway crash is 'blessing'
The family of a 17-year-old boy says it is a miracle he is alive after being struck by a car on Interstate 95 in Daytona Beach.
The family of a 17-year-old boy says it is a miracle he is alive after being struck by a car on Interstate 95 in Daytona Beach.
Man with Parkinson’s disease allegedly injured during arrest at family’s home in Orange City
City officials are reviewing body camera video that shows the arrest of a 79-year-old man whose family says he has Parkinson’s disease.
City officials are reviewing body camera video that shows the arrest of a 79-year-old man whose family says he has Parkinson’s disease.
Daytona Beach audit: Fire chief claims $50K in charges are from other city department as well
A contentious city commission meeting stretched for hours as officials debated findings from a recent audit of the city’s fire department that raised concerns about spending and oversight.
A contentious city commission meeting stretched for hours as officials debated findings from a recent audit of the city’s fire department that raised concerns about spending and oversight.
City of Edgewater facing potential lawsuit after alleged wrongful arrest
A man is seeking $180,000 from the City of Edgewater after he says he was wrongly arrested and jailed for more than two days before charges were dropped.
A man is seeking $180,000 from the City of Edgewater after he says he was wrongly arrested and jailed for more than two days before charges were dropped.
DeLand puppy theft caught on camera; man arrested for taking dog from yard, deputies say
A DeLand family caught a man on camera stealing their puppy from their home. Now, thanks to the assistance from investigators, their puppy, Kahlua, is back home, and the puppy thief is being held on a $7,000 bond.
A DeLand family caught a man on camera stealing their puppy from their home. Now, thanks to the assistance from investigators, their puppy, Kahlua, is back home, and the puppy thief is being held on a $7,000 bond.
Daytona Beach audit uncovers $50K in fast food, restaurant charges on fire department city cards
Daytona Beach is again at the center of a P-card spending controversy, but this time, an audit looks into over $50,000 used by the fire department on fast food, restaurant chains and vehicle maintenance.
Daytona Beach is again at the center of a P-card spending controversy, but this time, an audit looks into over $50,000 used by the fire department on fast food, restaurant chains and vehicle maintenance.
Dog dies in Ormond Beach house fire, officials say
One dog has died, and a family has been displaced following a morning house fire in Ormond Beach on Saturday, according to Ormond Beach firefighters.
One dog has died, and a family has been displaced following a morning house fire in Ormond Beach on Saturday, according to Ormond Beach firefighters.
Former Volusia County worker issued GPS tracker after accused of stalking ex
The Volusia County Sheriff's office arrested James Kleeman, 65, – a former part-time prisoner transport with the sheriff's office – after his ex-girlfriend reported Airtags being found in her and her daughter's vehicles. He's facing multiple charges, including stalking and unlawful installation of a tracking device.
The Volusia County Sheriff's office arrested James Kleeman, 65, – a former part-time prisoner transport with the sheriff's office – after his ex-girlfriend reported Airtags being found in her and her daughter's vehicles. He's facing multiple charges, including stalking and unlawful installation of a tracking device.
Port Orange home investigated in 2012 death, police say
Port Orange Police are investigating a home in connection to a 2012 investigation. Though the details of the current investigation aren't known, the home belonged to James Maxwell, who is behind bars in connection to a 2012 crime.
Port Orange Police are investigating a home in connection to a 2012 investigation. Though the details of the current investigation aren't known, the home belonged to James Maxwell, who is behind bars in connection to a 2012 crime.
Former Volusia County employee accused of stalking ex-girlfriend with AirTag: Deputies
A part-time prisoner transport employee is accused of stalking his ex-girlfriend after an AirTag was found inside her vehicle, deputies say.
A part-time prisoner transport employee is accused of stalking his ex-girlfriend after an AirTag was found inside her vehicle, deputies say.