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Tips from Residents Lead Orlando Police to Guns & Drugs at Home

The Orlando Police Department credited several residents who called OPD about guns and illegal drugs at a home for a recent bust.

Central Florida Man Arrested for Death of 4-Month-Old Baby Daughter

A 22-year-old Central Florida man arrested for causing the death of his 4-month-old daughter, Willow.

Two Arrested in Stolen Corvette after Armed Carjacking in Central Florida

Two suspects were arrested in a stolen Corvette after a report of a Central Florida armed carjacking.

U.S. Attorney Highlights Prosecutions of True Threats, Hate Crimes Cases

Results of efforts to combat disturbing spike in threats against public officials, and religious institutions, as well as hate crimes in Florida.

Man Arrested for Murder, Hate Crime after Central Florida Dog Park Shooting

A man was finally arrested for murder after a deadly shooting at a Central Florida dog park.

Orlando Police Make Arrest in Rosemont Shooting

Orlando police make arrest in Rosemont shooting with multiple victims, including a 21-year-old who was pronounced dead on scene.

Criminal with Extensive Burglary History Off the Streets of Orlando

A criminal linked to burglaries in the Lancaster Park, Delaney Park, Bel Air, Lake Como and College Park neighborhoods is off the streets of Orlando.

Multiple Felons with Firearms Captured after Fleeing Orlando Traffic Stop

Multiple felons, including a convicted felon wanted for attempted murder, were captured after attempting to flee an Orlando traffic stop.

DNA Profile Could Help Identify Central Florida Human Remains Found in 2006

A DNA profile could help identify Central Florida human remains that were found in 2006.

Florida’s Lemon Law Leads to $500 Million in Relief Recovered for Floridians

Attorney General Ashley Moody highlighted success of Florida’s Lemon Law Arbitration Division, which secured $500 million in relief for Floridians.

Tampa Police Release 2023 Annual Report

Tampa Police release annual report, which highlights efforts in crime reduction, community engagement, quality assurance, and wellness.

Pair Arrested in Robbery Plot Targeting Central Florida Senior Citizen

A pair lured a senior citizen to a violent robbery on the premise of a romantic date that ended in an attack.

U.S. Sues Tampa & Orlando For-Profit Schools for False Post-9/11 GI Bill Claims

The United States filed civil lawsuit against Tampa and Orlando for-profit schools involving false claims to the VA for Post-9/11 GI Bill tuition payments.

Florida Man Committed Wire Fraud Related to NASA’s Space Launch System

A Florida man committed wire fraud related to NASA's space launch system.

Orange County Man Sentenced for Fentanyl Distribution

A 35-year-old Orange County man was sentenced for fentanyl distribution.

Remaining Co-Defendants Guilty of Multi-State Drug Trafficking Conspiracy

Two more Florida co-defendants were found guilty of multi-state drug trafficking conspiracy and other related charges.

Two Women Wanted for Stealing Baby Formula from Publix

Southwest Florida law enforcement is searching for two females suspects for grand theft of baby formula from two different Publix stores

Gang Member with Extensive Criminal History Arrested after Lakeland Crash

A 20-year-old Central Florida gang member with an extensive criminal history was arrested following a Lakeland crash investigation.

Legislation Authorizes Release of Jeffrey Epstein Grand Jury Documents

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed bill allowing for public release of grand jury documents related to 2006 Florida investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

3 Students, 2 Non-Students & 1 Employee Arrested after School Altercation

Following a school altercation in Central Florida, three students, two non-students and one employee were arrested by Tampa Police.

Felony Not on Menu: Motorcyclist Arrested at Wendy’s after Failing to Elude Troopers

A Central Florida motorcyclist and his passenger were arrested at a Wendy's after failing to elude Florida Highway Patrol troopers.

Grand Jury Says Change Vehicle Block Policies after Fatal Deputy-Involved Shooting

A grand jury recommended the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office change vehicle block policies after a fatal deputy-involved shooting outside a Target.

Orlando Man Who Committed Five Armed Robberies Sentenced

A 29-year-old Orlando man who committed five armed robberies has been sentenced and will be spending some time in prison.

Multi-Convicted Felon Sentenced for Drug Trafficking, Firearms Offenses

A multi-convicted felon from Orlando has been sentenced for drug trafficking and firearms offenses in Central Florida.

Follow-Up Leads to New Charges for Central Florida Sexual Predator

A Central Florida registered sexual predator is back behind bars on new charges after follow-up investigation.

Florida Resident Smuggled Firearms to Violent Haitian Gang that Kidnapped Americans

A Florida resident who smuggled firearms to a violent Haitian gang that kidnapped Americans has been sentenced.

Apopka Man Sentenced in Connection with Gun Store Burglaries

A 25-year-old Apopka man has been sentenced in connection with gun store burglaries.

Florida Uber Driver Sells Mushrooms, LSD to Visiting Narcotics Investigators

A Florida Uber driver is facing felony drug charges after trying to sell mushrooms and LSD to visiting undercover narcotics investigators.

Six from Georgia Arrested after FDLE Retail Theft Investigation

Six members of an organized retail theft ring from Georgia accused of stealing from big box retailers in Florida.

Orlando Human Trafficker Sentenced for Trafficking 17-Year-Old

A Central Florida human trafficker sentenced for trafficking a runaway juvenile for several months.