Crime

Orange County Deputy Shoots Armed Suspect Outside Walmart on East Colonial Drive

Shortly afterward, the deputy can be heard on body-worn camera footage warning the suspect at least three times, “Don’t reach,” according to the Sheriff’s Office. After those commands, the deputy…

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Months-Long Orlando Police Investigation Nets Fentanyl, Firearms, and Repeated Arrests in West Orlando Drug Case

“The diligent, months-long work by our officers disrupted a significant drug operation and removed dangerous narcotics and firearms from our streets.” — OPD said in a statement.

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FDLE Arrests Leesburg Man on 10 Counts of Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material

A Leesburg man faces 10 felony counts after FDLE arrested him in connection with an ongoing investigation into the possession of child sexual abuse material. Authorities say additional charges may…

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Orange County Man Arrested in Fatal Shooting Over Loud Music, Deputies Say

According to OCSO, video surveillance from the apartment complex shows Thrasher banging on Rapatalo’s door, kicking it, and attempting to force his way inside by turning the doorknob.

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Retired Orlando Police Officer Dennis Turner Killed in Family Dispute; Suspect Charged with First-Degree Murder

The suspect was identified as Jeffery London, a 58-year-old Black male born January 17, 1967. Police said London has been charged with first-degree murder and possession of a firearm by…

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Seminole County Detectives Investigate Fatal Shooting

After questioning, the shooter was released under provisions of Florida’s Stand Your Ground law.

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Mount Dora Police Crack Down on Illegal Use of Handicap Placards in Targeted Enforcement Sweep

“Our goal is to ensure that accessible parking remains available for those who genuinely need it.” —Mt. Dora PD

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Operation Recovers 122 Missing Children; Raises Equity Questions in Central Florida

While state officials emphasized the size and success of the operation, they released few specifics about the children involved, including demographic information, context about how long the children had been…

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The Hidden Deaths: Why Florida’s Law Enforcement Killings Rarely Appear in Public Crime Data

In contrast, states such as California and Texas publish every officer-involved shooting, justified or not, in open databases. Florida does not. 

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FDLE’S Cyber Division offers resources, prevention tips to help prevent Floridians from becoming cyber-crime victims

"In the digital age, security begins with awareness. Protect your data like you protect your home—lock your devices, guard your passwords, and never open the door to strangers online," said…

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