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Detectives seek to ID suspected wallet thief in Marion County
MARION COUNTY, Fla. – Detectives with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office are asking the public for help to identify a woman accused of stealing a wallet on Monday at a Walmart near Ocala. The theft occurred before noon Monday at the Walmart along Bahia Avenue, the sheriff’s office...
Marine Corps vet arrested after firing gun outside Silver Springs Shores home
A 36-year-old Marine Corps veteran who says he suffers from PTSD was arrested in Silver Springs Shores after a neighbor and a law enforcement officer allegedly saw him fire several gunshots outside of his residence. On Wednesday, an Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to a home located on Cedar...
8 new officers, including 7-footer, join Ocala Police Department
Eight new police officers were sworn into the Ocala Police Department this week, including one that towers above the rest of his colleagues, as the city shores up one of the lowest police employment vacancy rates in the state. OPD made the announcement on Monday, August 19. Each of the...
Marion County Jail is exceptional, has impressive food, brilliant correctional officers
I have experience from Marion County Jail that was exceptional. I really don’t take credit for going in with a good attitude, I have mental health issues. I did learn quickly that what I projected is what I received. My correctional officers were brilliant. Their professional training kept me and most safe while being overworked and understaffed. I personally could not imagine trying to keep large counts of women from not fighting.
Neighbor arrested after pumping shotgun in dispute over loud music
An Ocklawaha man was arrested after allegedly pointing a shotgun at his neighbor in a dispute over loud music. Harold Eugene Kyzer, 74, who lives on SE 95th Street Road, was apparently irritated by music coming from a truck radio across the fence line Thursday morning, according to an arrest report from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. The neighbor had been working on vehicles and listening to music.
‘Erratic’ driver arrested after running red light on Maricamp Road, fleeing traffic stop
A 26-year-old driver from Ocklawaha was arrested after he allegedly sped through a red light on SE Maricamp Road and fled from a Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputy who attempted to conduct a traffic stop. On Wednesday, an MCSO deputy observed a gray SUV that was traveling westbound on...
Ocala man retains Morgan & Morgan for laundromat explosion that caused ‘life-altering injuries’
A 25-year-old Ocala man who says he was seriously injured by an explosion at an Ocala laundromat has retained America’s largest injury law firm to represent him. In a press statement released by Morgan & Morgan Law Firm, attorneys representing Ismael Regis say their client is “luck to be alive” after the “catastrophic explosion” that took place on July 30.
Locals say Marion County Jail is deterrent for bad behavior, not a ‘resort’
Brenda Hale, Ocala: “I would like to first off say that everyone knows how bad the Marion County Jail is. I myself spent time there. But here’s the thing: It’s not a resort, you’re not there to enjoy your stay, you are taken there because you have committed a crime. Their health care is bad, the food is bad, and women shower in front of a half wall that, at the entrance to the pod, has windows. So when the male correctional officers enter, they also can see you in the showers. Now, my understanding on this was that they are supposed to make an announcement when men enter the section. In my experience, that rarely ever happened. There have been enough reports on this institution that the majority of people know this, or should. Perhaps people not familiar with jail do not know or care. Regardless, the bottom line is that people should be able to have their basic needs met. Heath care should be examined, along with mental health issues, and treating them in a timely manner. That being said, if you want to be comfortable, don’t break the law. Period. Thank you for this opportunity.“
Man suspected of car break-ins in SW Ocala
The Ocala Police Department is searching for a man believed to be involved in several recent car break-ins in southwest Ocala. In a social media post on Tuesday afternoon, OPD shared several photos of the male suspect. In addition to allegedly taking part in the vehicle break-ins, the male suspect also used a stolen credit card at the Walmart located on Easy Street, according to police.
MCSO: Man steals bike with attached stroller, trailer from Ocala home
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man who allegedly stole a mountain bike from a residence in Ocala earlier this month. According to MCSO, the male suspect entered the garage of a home located in the 700 block of NE 52nd Avenue in Ocala on Friday, August 9. While inside the garage, he allegedly stole a Hyper Havoc multi-speed mountain bike, along with an attached Allen brand combination stroller and trailer.
Woman convicted in DUI crash blames medicine for failed screening
A Summerfield woman convicted earlier this year of drunk driving after causing a traffic crash has landed back behind bars after she failed a screening for alcohol in her system. Roberta Jean Fansler, 52, was booked this week at the Marion County Jail on a probation violation. She was being...
Ocala man indicted for attempting to entice a minor in online sting operation
OCALA, Florida - A 45-year-old Ocala man has been indicted on charges of attempting to entice a minor to engage in sexual activity, according to the United States Attorney's Office. Jhon Astudillo faces a minimum mandatory sentence of 10 years, up to life, in federal prison if convicted. According to court documents, on July 24, 2024, an undercover detective with the Marion County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) posed as a 15-year-old girl on an online messaging application. Astudillo contacted the undercover detective's account, and after learning the fictitious minor was 15 years old, Astudillo responded, "I like young girls like you."...
Suspect arrested after allegedly puncturing motorcycle tire at arcade
A woman has been arrested after allegedly puncturing a motorcycle tire at a local arcade. Cari Lynn Tilney, 54, of Belleview, was caught on surveillance puncturing the rear tire of a 2014 Suzuki motorcycle on Sunday at the Good Time Arcade on U.S. Hwy. 441, according to an arrest report from the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office.
Villager’s son back in jail in 2023 drug overdose death
A Villager’s son was being held without bond after violating the terms of his probation in a 2023 drug overdose death. Jason Scott Harris, 48, was booked this week at the Marion County Jail following his arrest on a warrant charging him with violating his probation. A probation officer...
Man accused of scamming elderly Marion woman into buying gold will act as own attorney
A 43-year-old man accused of convincing an elderly Marion County woman to buy thousands of dollars’ worth of gold, which he allegedly intended to steal, will act as his own attorney when his case goes to trial. Earlier this summer, an Ocala Police Department corporal, who also serves as...
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