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Skeletal remains found in Orlando woods have been identified after over 30 years
ORLANDO, Fla. – Skeletal remains that were found in a wooded area of Orlando over 30 years ago have now been identified, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. In a release, deputies explained that the remains had been discovered near Heather Road and Dennis Avenue on Jan. 12, 1993.
Man Indicted for Killing Two at Orlando After-Hours Business
A 31-year-old man has been indicted for killing two at an Orlando after-hours business. An Orange County grand jury formally indicted Christopher Haynes for two counts of First Degree Murder (with a Firearm). According to the State Attorney’s office, in the early morning hours of March 23rd, the two male...
Man who was convicted of raping, mutilating woman in Pine Hills sentenced to life in prison
Tuesday, Bruce Whitehead is expected to be sentenced after a jury found him guilty in June on all charges for sexually assaulting, mutilating and then trying to kill an Orange County woman in 2022.
‘They will work it to the end:’ US Secret Service operates with precision in downtown Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. – Tucked away in downtown Orlando’s 32801 ZIP code, the U.S Secret Service’s Orlando field office, led by veteran Special Agent in Charge Caroline O’Brien-Buster, works to track a wave of high-tech financial schemes in a 7-county jurisdiction from Citrus to Brevard counties. “We...
Read Sarah Boone's 58-page letter to Orange County judge ahead of Florida suitcase murder trial
Sarah Boone will have to represent herself in murder trial: judge. A Florida judge ruled recently that Sarah Boone has forfeited her right to counsel and will likely have to represent herself at her upcoming trial, where she is charged with second-degree murder in the 2020 death of her then boyfriend, Jorge Torres Jr.
'Sounds like screaming': Windermere resident hopes street racing penalties bring relief
WINDERMERE, Fla. — A new Florida law went into effect Monday, which increases penalties for street racing. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office says it’s a dangerous problem in the county and across the state. The changes to the law include making the second offense a felony, increasing...
Winter Springs and Orlando Safety Officials Urge Caution with Fireworks Ahead of Fourth of July Festivities
As the colors of the fireworks paint the skies this Fourth of July, the Winter Springs Police Department, and the Orlando Fire Department are spotlighting the importance of safety during this celebratory season. Fireworks, while a staple of the festivities, come with their dangers—risks that both agencies want citizens to remember and mitigate.
Narcotics Suspect Fled Recklessly from Central Florida Undercover Operation
A 26-year-old narcotics suspect fled from a Central Florida undercover operation, and a search warrant later recovered fentanyl, methamphetamine, an AK-47 and a handgun. A subject of a narcotics investigation fled recklessly from Volusia Sheriff’s Office detectives during an undercover operation in Deltona, but was arrested later in the Port Orange area after she crashed into a telephone pole.
Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: June 23rd-29th
The Apopka Burglary Report for June 23rd-29th shows 12 burglaries reported in Apopka. Here are a few tips to protect against home burglaries:. Make your home look occupied, and make it difficult to break in. Lock all outside doors and windows before leaving or going to bed. Keep your garage...
Orlando man dies in Virginia car crash
SUFFOLK, Va. — Investigations are underway regarding a fatal two-vehicle crash that took place on Monday morning, killing one Orlando resident. Daniel Irizarry, 55, of Orlando, and Hampton, Virginia, died in the crash. He was driving a 2011 Chevy Traverse in the right lane of Interstate 664, heading southbound at the Monitor Merrimac Memorial Bridge Tunnel, a section of the interstate that crossed the James River.
New officers cite diversity, community, and mission statement in choosing to serve on the APD
An effective police department plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of a city's residents. From addressing criminal activity to promoting community engagement, a strong police force is essential for maintaining law and order and fostering a sense of security among the population. It's also important that...
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