On March 7, 2024, the City of Jacksonville unveiled a $2 million initiative aimed at facilitating the transition from renting to homeownership for qualified residents. Dubbed the Down Payment Assistance Program, it offers financial support to eligible individuals and families residing in Duval County. Under this program, qualified applicants canContinue Reading
US Customs and Border Protection’s Air and Marine Operations, collaborating with partners in the Eastern Pacific, successfully seized 1.5 tons of cocaine on March 2, thwarting transnational criminal organizations’ attempts and denying them an estimated $40,521,700 in profits. A Houston Air and Marine Branch Maritime Patrol Aircraft detected a suspiciousContinue Reading
On Tuesday, September 13, 2022, Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Patrol Officers rushed to the 9300 block of 103rd Street after reports of a stabbing. Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department also arrived and transported the victim, Alan Williams, aged 63, to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. The Jacksonville Sheriff’sContinue Reading
In the early hours of March 2, 2024, Steveon Robinson was apprehended by Port Orange Police Officers following a routine traffic stop. The arrest, conducted by Officer Rette, unfolded as Robinson attempted to evade authorities. Upon detecting the scent of burnt cannabis and noticing a suspicious baggie within the vehicle,Continue Reading
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office received information on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, about a sexual battery near the 2400 block of Dunn Avenue. Detectives from the Special Assault Unit conducted an investigation and found that the suspect was involved in another sexual battery at the same location. The suspect has beenContinue Reading
The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office Wanted of the Week fugitive, 34-year-old Sean Poe, has been captured. Poe was located this morning by the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force in Panama City. He was previously wanted for violation of probation on the original charge of Burglary of a Dwelling/Structure/Conveyance while Armed.Continue Reading
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is set to hold a five-day Global Entry Enrollment Event in Jacksonville, Florida, starting on March 4. This event aims to cater to applicants who have been conditionally approved for the trusted traveler program. “Global Entry is one of the most popular trusted travelerContinue Reading
On Friday, February 23, 2024, tragedy struck the 1500 block of West 2nd Street in Jacksonville. Just before 11:30 a.m., the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office received reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers and members of the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department found 16-year-old Layla D. Johnson inside a residence, sufferingContinue Reading
An arrest has been made in the December 2023 murder of Derek M. Pitts. On December 29, 2023, just after 11:30 p.m., as Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) responded to reports of a shooting in the 10200 block of Old St. Augustine Road. Upon arrival at the scene, officers discovered 16-year-oldContinue Reading
On Thursday, February 22, the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) collaborated with over 20 local partners to offer vital services to citizens in need. The event aimed to provide a comprehensive support system for those facing various challenges. Thanks to the collective efforts of the partnersContinue Reading