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Orlando Briefs

Neo-Nazi Convicted for Attack in Orlando on Jewish Counter Protestor

A Central Florida neo-Nazi demonstrator was convicted for an attack in Orlando on a Jewish counter protestor.

Man Sentenced for Attacking Orlando Police Officers on Facebook Live

A man has been sentenced for attacking Orlando police officers on Facebook Live.

One Million Dollar Grant to Help Orange County HIV Youth Find Homes

Orange County is one of 10 applicants nationwide to use a Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program grant to find homes for youth and young adults living with HIV.

Orlando Man Murdered Ex-Girlfriend

A 33-year-old Orlando man faced an Orange County jury on murder charges for fatally shooting his ex-girlfriend.

Orlando Man Indicted for Distributing and Possessing Fentanyl

A 33-year-old Orlando man has been indicted for distributing and possessing fentanyl.

Orlando Law Firm Gets Battery, Theft Charges from Universal Dropped

An Orlando law firm was able to get the case dropped for a client facing prison time for battery and petit theft charges from Universal Orlando Resort.

Orlando Man and Woman Plan Lake County Shooting to Murder Man

An Orlando couple was planning a shooting in Lake County in order to murder another man.

OPD Looking for Missing Man in Orlando

The Orlando Police Department is looking for a missing man.

Man Found Guilty of Murdering Grandfather, Renowned Boxing Trainer

A 37-year-old man guilty of murder for the shooting death of his grandfather, a Vietnam veteran and renowned local boxing trainer.

Full Sail University Graduates Credited on Academy Award Winning Projects

Full Sail University celebrated that alumni were credited on Oscar-winning projects.

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.

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.

Ticket Sales Open for Second Harvest’s 3rd Annual Ultimate Garden Party

Gather your friends, don your most dapper attire, and Escape to Elegance with other hunger relief supporters for Second Harvest’s 3rd Ultimate Garden Party.

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.

Orange County Man Sentenced for Fentanyl Distribution

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

Ritchie Bros. Sold $258 Million at Auction in Orlando

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers sold thousands of equipment items, trucks and vehicles worth $258+ million at its premier global auction event in Orlando.

Orlando Police Crime Prevention Awards Recognize Block Captains

Neighborhood Watch programs and Block Captains across Orlando partner with the Orlando Police Department to keep their neighborhoods crime-free.

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.

Salvation Army Women’s and Children’s Shelter in Orlando Opens

After renovations, The Salvation Army women's and children's shelter in Orlando opened, offering support to those experiencing homelessness.

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.

Orlando Human Trafficker Sentenced for Trafficking 17-Year-Old

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

Man Indicted on First Degree Murder of Orlando 15-Year-Old

A grand jury returned a First Degree Murder indictment against 30-year-old in the shooting death of a 15-year-old Orlando boy.

Serial Central Florida Bank Robber Sentenced to Federal Prison

A serial Central Florida bank robber has been sentenced to federal prison.

Orlando Man Pleads Guilty to Narcotics, Weapon Offenses

A 44-year-old Orlando man pleaded guilty to narcotics and weapon offenses.

Orlando Police Bust Group Hosting Illegal Drug Pop-Up Parties

The Orlando Police Department busted a group hosting illegal drug pop-up parties and five people have been arrested.

18-Year-Old Arrested for Murder in Orlando Apartment Shooting

The Orlando Police Department arrested an 18-year-old man for murder in an Orlando apartment shooting on Mercy Drive.