On July 27, 2024, at approximately 1:51 a.m., the Port Orange Police Department responded to a report of a person shot in the 1900 Block of Creekwater Boulevard. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 13-year-old male who had sustained a gunshot wound. The victim was promptly transported to a hospital andContinue Reading

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On Saturday, July 27th, a New Smyrna Beach Motor Officer, identified as Officer Riera, attempted to stop a motorcycle traveling at 91 mph in a 65 mph zone on SR-44. The motorcyclist fled northbound onto I-95, prompting a pursuit. The motorcycle was later located and stopped by a Volusia Sheriff’sContinue Reading

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Florida State Attorney Melissa Nelson announces that a Duval County jury found Julio Acosta-Morgado guilty of two counts of Custodial Sexual Battery; two counts Lewd or Lascivious Molestation; and one count Lewd or Lascivious Conduct. With the verdict, Acosta-Morgado faces up to life in Florida State Prison. The Honorable LondonContinue Reading

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Florida State Attorney Melissa Nelson announced that Quinton Burney pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the 2023 killing of Dawood Salman Mnaathar Allafee. Following the plea, the Honorable Jeb Branham sentenced Burney to 45 years in Florida State Prison. On the morning of October 17, 2022, officers were notified aboutContinue Reading

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Iceland, with its dramatic landscapes, unique geological formations, and rich cultural history, is a destination that offers something for every traveler. From the bustling streets of Reykjavik to the serene, untouched wilderness, the country is a treasure trove of natural wonders waiting to be explored. One of the best waysContinue Reading

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On June 11, 2024, at approximately 3:14 pm, the Port Orange Police Department responded to a robbery at the VyStar Credit Union located at 750 Dunlawton Avenue. Detectives from the Criminal Investigation Division quickly identified Tracy Hall, a 51-year-old resident of Port Orange, as the suspect. On June 12, 2024,Continue Reading

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Over the weekend, Citrus County deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling 72 mph in a 55 mph zone. The driver, identified as 18-year-old Carlos Esteban Garcia-Luis, was observed by deputies adjusting his waistband as they approached. Despite requests to keep his hands visible, Garcia-Luis continued reaching intoContinue Reading