A former Summerfield caregiver was arrested after an affidavit tied 67 unauthorized debit-card transactions totaling $6,686.99 to purchases across three counties.

Three people were arrested after a 3-month-old died in Fort Pierce; investigators say the mobile home was sweltering, infested and dangerously dilapidated. Authorities have charged family members.

Titusville police responded to a critical incident at Sand Point Park Monday evening; authorities asked the public to stay clear while officers worked the scene. Officials have released few details so far.

Jury selection opened July 27 in Osceola County for the man accused of killing 16‑year‑old Paola Pagan in 2022. Opening statements are scheduled for Tuesday at 9 a.m.

A 59-year-old motorcyclist from Anthony died Saturday in a single-vehicle crash on County Road 35 north of SR‑326; the Florida Highway Patrol is investigating.

A 21-year-old tourist from Georgia was treated on the sand and hospitalized after a presumed shark bite at the Dunlawton Beach approach in Daytona Beach Shores. Officials say the injuries are not life-threatening.

A two‑alarm blaze on the 600 block of E. Concord Street sent smoke through Lake Eola Heights; occupants escaped and crews knocked the fire down with no injuries reported.

Police arrested a 27-year-old after a late-night shooting at the Reserve at Orange City. The victim is hospitalized in stable condition while detectives investigate.

A Columbia County deputy was arrested after a Florida Highway Patrol DUI warrant tied to an Orange County crash; the sheriff's office says Rooney is on leave and everyone is physically okay.

A Deltona man was arrested after a July 23 chase in which he tossed a bag containing a loaded handgun and trafficking‑level meth and fentanyl from his car. Deputies say a K‑9 tracked him in nearby woods.

Two people fired multiple rounds into an occupied Titusville home early Saturday; no one was hurt and police are asking neighbors for surveillance and tips.

Polk County deputies arrested an 18-year-old and a 13-year-old after early-morning car burglaries in Jan Phyl Village; deputies say the masks led to enhanced charges.

Operation New Hope has suspended its Orlando CVI program and fired local staff amid allegations that a former probation officer leaked sealed court records. City leaders say they'll coordinate a relaunch.