Deadly Cocoa shooting may be act of self-defense, police say
Police say a deadly shooting at a Cocoa apartment complex late Monday may have been an act of self-defense under Florida’s Stand Your Ground law.
Woman files lawsuit against Polk County Grady Judd
A new lawsuit accuses the Polk County Sheriff’s Office of a “pattern, policy, practice and custom, of failing to adequately train and supervise its officers resulting in the deprivation of minors’ constitutional rights.” The lawsuit comes after a child was raped by her adoptive father, but police first criminally charged the child instead of her abuser, accusing the little girl of lying. The victim’s abuser is now behind bars, facing a 17-year sentence.
Florida teen arrested after faking own abduction
A 17-year-old who faked his own abduction and later shot himself to make the hoax appear real has been arrested, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Judge grants restraining order against Rep. Cory Mills after ex-girlfriend’s accusations
A Florida judge has issued a restraining order against U.S. Rep. Cory Mills, a Central Florida Republican, following allegations from his former girlfriend that he threatened her after their breakup.
3 people carjacked, robbed in Holly Hill planned social media meetup, police say
The stolen vehicle was later found in Daytona Beach, but police have not released information regarding the other stolen items or suspects at this time.
Deadly shooting of man at Cocoa apartments 'may have been justifiable,' police say
Police say a 21-year-old man was shot and killed during a confrontation in Cocoa. Detectives believe the shooting may have been self-defense under Stand Your Ground.
Florida teen, 17, charged in alleged hoax abduction, shooting: Officials
A 17-year-old boy accused of staging a shooting and alleging his own abduction has been arrested and charged, the Marion County Sheriff's Office said. The boy was arrested on Tuesday on charges of providing false evidence, shooting into a conveyance, making a false report of a crime, and possession of a firearm by a minor.
Florida teen, 17, charged in alleged hoax abduction, shooting: Officials
A 17-year-old boy accused of staging a shooting and alleging his own abduction has been arrested and charged, the Marion County Sheriff's Office said.
Florida mother accused of forcing 11-year-old daughter to perform sex acts on video could face death penalty
A Pinellas County woman has been arrested on child pornography and capital sexual battery charges after investigators say she forced her 11-year-old daughter to perform sex acts on video.
Police: Woman killed in home by her four dogs after medical episode
Daytona Beach Police officers made a gruesome discovery Friday night when they found a woman dead after an apparent attack by four dogs inside her home.
'Not appropriate': Attempted rape suspect granted bond
A convicted felon accused of attempting to rape a woman on a popular Orange County running trail has been released from jail. The decision by a judge to grant Jacoby Tillman bond has drawn concern from prosecutors and past victims. Tillman was arrested Friday and faces charges including attempted sexual battery in connection with an alleged July attack on the Little Econ Greenway Trail. His first appearance was Saturday morning. Judge Elaine Barbour set his bond at $9,500, allowing his release on Sunday.
Sheriff Billy Woods on Ronald Exantus' arrest
Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about the parole release of Ronald Exantus and Exantus' arrest in Florida. Exantus was released in early October from Kentucky prison, outraging many. He was arrested in Florida for failing to register as a convicted felon. Exantus was accused of killing a 6-year-old boy and attacking the boy's sisters and dad. He was found guilty of assault in attacking the sisters and dad, and not guilty by reason of insanity in the boy's stabbing death.
Man accused of attempted rape on Orange County trail released on bond despite violent record
A convicted felon accused of attempting to rape a woman on a popular Orange County running trail has been released from jail.
Bear advocates buy permits to save animals ahead of hunt
As Florida prepares for its first black bear hunt in years, some permits have gone not to hunters, but to those hoping to protect the bears.
Man accused of attempted rape on Orange County trail released
A convicted felon accused of attempting to rape a woman on a popular Orange County running trail has been released from jail after a judge granted bond, a decision drawing concern from prosecutors and past victims.
Deputies arrest 1 suspect, hunt another in deadly Cocoa shooting
Deputies have arrested one of two men accused in an ambush-style shooting that killed a 15-year-old girl and wounded two others in Cocoa, while a manhunt continues for the second suspect.
Crocodile sightings stir concern on Florida’s Space Coast
A crocodile has been spotted again in Brevard County — just days after wildlife officials removed a similar reptile from a nearby park.
Former Kissimmee police officer sentenced to jail for excessive force, misconduct
A former Kissimmee police officer who admitted to using excessive force during an arrest will spend nine months in jail.
Former Kissimmee police officer sentenced to jail
A former Kissimmee police officer who admitted to using excessive force during an arrest will spend nine months in jail.
SpaceX launches Amazon’s third Project Kuiper mission
SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket Monday evening from Cape Canaveral carrying Amazon’s third Project Kuiper set of 24 satellites.