The City of Jacksonville has announced the substantial completion and opening of the Independent Drive – Hogan Street – Water Street realignment project. This marks the first phase of the Riverfront Plaza park development, allowing the park to utilize the space previously occupied by the old roadway. Phase 1 ofContinue Reading
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office has launched a search for Parker J. Nash, an adult reported missing under concerning circumstances. Nash, aged 36, was last seen today around 11:30 a.m. near the 1900 Block of West 6th Street. He was reported missing by a family member following a verbal disagreement. Nash,Continue Reading
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the State Attorney’s Office, is actively investigating an officer-involved shooting incident that transpired on Saturday, March 30, 2024, in the vicinity of the 1600 block of Atlantic Boulevard in Jacksonville, FL. In line with Sheriff T. K. Waters’ commitment to transparency, the JacksonvilleContinue Reading
On April 15, 2024, around 3:40 PM, Jacksonville officers responded to a report of gunfire in the 2100 block of Roy Baker Street, Jacksonville. They found a school bus with a gunshot to its front windshield. Initial investigations revealed that the bus was caught in crossfire between individuals exchanging gunfireContinue Reading
On Friday, November 11, 2022, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a deceased individual in the 600 block of Winona Drive. Upon arrival, they found 26-year-old Moustapha Diop, who had suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene. Diop was found in a wooded area.Continue Reading
On April 9, 2024, 18-year-old Za’Qwon Walthall was arrested in connection with the shooting death of 16-year-old Keon Walthall, which occurred on November 17, 2023, in Jacksonville. The incident took place in the 500 block of 28th Street West, where the victim was found unresponsive in a park, suffering fromContinue Reading
On Friday, April 21, 2023, tragedy struck in Jacksonville as patrol officers from the Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting incident on Blanding Boulevard. Upon arrival, they found 32-year-old Paul Steney with a gunshot wound. Despite efforts from Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, Steney succumbed to his injuries. The JacksonvilleContinue Reading
On Tuesday, April 2, 2024, authorities in Jacksonville responded to a shooting incident on Pritmore Road. The victim, identified as Gavin Rickard, a 19-year-old male, was found with gunshot wounds upon arrival. Despite efforts by Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department personnel, Rickard was pronounced dead at the scene. The JacksonvilleContinue Reading
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is cracking down on street racing following a surge in complaints and incidents reported by concerned citizens and officers. Over the weekend, law enforcement deployed various units across the city to address this dangerous activity. Despite efforts to deter participation, officers encountered individuals engaging in streetContinue Reading
On Wednesday, October 18, 2023, Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Patrol Officers responded to a reported shooting in the 2800 block of Sophia Street. Upon arrival, they found Javan Holmes, 30, with at least one gunshot wound. Despite efforts by Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, Holmes succumbed to his injuries at aContinue Reading