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'Proud Boy' from Stuart arrested in Jan. 6 attack. Here's what he faces
A resident of Martin County was arrested Wednesday in Stuart for his involvement in the attack on the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, prosecutors said. The Department of Justice said the suspect, Troy Vincent Garrett, 48, is a member of the far-right Proud Boys organization. He is accused of...
Chicago man arrested for allegedly scamming older victims to pay gold bars to rid of warrants
MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. — A Chicago man is behind bars after allegedly posing as law enforcement and scamming older victims to pay him in gold bars to get rid of outstanding arrest warrants. Tejaskumar Patel, 21, has been charged with multiple counts of grand theft of $100,000 or more.
Swimming pool company co-owner sentenced to 30 years for multi-million dollar fraud
The co-owner of a swimming pool company on the Treasure Coast who was convicted of defrauding customers out of millions was sentenced to 30 years in prison. Chrystal Washburn was found guilty last month on all 14 counts of fraud against her. The charges include one count of being guilty of an organized scheme to defraud, fraudulent use of personal identification, money laundering, and omitting or concealing information to avoid workers' compensation premiums.
Martin County, Florida “Proud Boy” Arrested for Assaulting Law Enforcement and Other Charges During Jan. 6 Capitol Breach
June 26, 2024 - WASHINGTON — A Florida man and member of the Proud Boys organization was arrested today for assaulting law enforcement and other charges related to his alleged conduct during the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol. His alleged actions and the actions of others disrupted a joint session of the U.S. Congress convened to ascertain and count the electoral votes related to the 2020 presidential election.
Retail theft suspects arrested, accused of stealing thousands of dollars of cosmetics
HOBE SOUND, Fla. (CBS12) — Retail theft continues to be a problem across our area. The Martin County Sheriff's Office had yet another run-in with thieves recently, including a teenager. Elena and Eugenia Dunca are the latest in a long line of traveling thieves to be stopped in Martin...
At least 6 tourists died in Florida while there is still a serious risk of rip currents
At least six individuals lost their lives as a result of strong waves along Florida’s two coasts in the course of two days, and officials issued a warning that dangerous beach conditions would probably continue. There have been fatalities recorded at Panama City Beach in the Florida Panhandle and...
One Martin County restaurant gets perfect score; 3 fail inspection
You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name. Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring...
Martin County's Will Perry, Vero Beach's Cody Morgan highlight TCPalm's 2024 Baseball All-Area
That’s all folks. The 2024 TCPalm Spring All-Area season has reached its conclusion as we end our recognition of the spring’s best by honoring the finest from the baseball diamond. No area team was better than the boys in Vero Beach. The Indians got off to a slow start, but as the temperatures continued...
Watch party: Where to watch Biden, Trump presidential debate with others on Treasure Coast
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will face off in the first 2024 presidential debate Thursday. The 90-minute debate will be hosted by CNN, which will introduce some new rules to the format. Both candidates have accepted the network’s invitation and agreed to accept the rules and format of the debate, according to CNN.
What to know about dangerous Florida rip currents, how to escape if you're caught in one
Rough surf causing dangerous rip currents at Florida beaches has recently claimed the lives of at least six people. The drownings were reported on Hutchinson Island in Martin County and along Panama City Beach, located in the Florida Panhandle. For out-of-state vacationers and native Floridians, getting caught in a rip...
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