St. Petersburg Man Found Dead in Boca Ciega Bay as Pinellas County Sheriff Investigates Separate Nearby Body Discovery
A man named Jeremy Allen Franklin, 50, was found dead with a life jacket in Boca Ciega Bay, FL. His capsized boat was located, and his death is not deemed suspicious. Another body was discovered nearby; investigations are ongoing.
Venezuelan National in Orlando Charged with Hit-and-Run, Faces Heightened Charges Due to Immigration Status
Venezuelan national Jose Valero-Colina was arrested in Davenport for a hit-and-run, with charges exacerbated by his illegal U.S. residency. He admitted to the crash and faces multiple citations, while ICE placed a detainer for his immigration status.
Pasco Sheriff's Office Seeks Public Help to Identify Suspect in Trinity Store Theft
The Pasco Sheriff's Office seeks public help in identifying a theft suspect who stole items from a Trinity store on January 13. He is a Black male with long dreads, seen in Champion attire, and drove away in a black SUV.
Man Charged with Arson and Burglary in Wahneta, Winter Haven and Faces Elevated Charges Due to Immigration Status
Marcelino Gillen-Hernandez is charged with arson, burglary, and criminal mischief in Wahneta, Polk County, after confessing to setting fires and breaking store windows. An ICE hold has been placed on him.
Polk County Deputies Arrest Man Suspected of DUI and Fleeing Crash Scene in Polk City
Omar Sotero-Vera, an unauthorized resident from Mexico, was arrested in Polk City for DUI, leaving a crash scene, and driving without a license. He fled post-crash but was located by a drone. ICE placed a detainer due to his immigration status.












