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
Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan has extended support to Baltimore amidst recent events, expressing sympathy and solidarity with the affected community. In response to evolving maritime impacts, Mayor Deegan has engaged in discussions with Jacksonville Port Authority CEO Eric Green to address concerns. The mayor emphasized the importance of safeguarding infrastructureContinue Reading
The City of Jacksonville Beach has been targeted by a cybersecurity event, disrupting certain information systems. Following the discovery, federal law enforcement was notified, and an investigation was promptly initiated with the aid of third-party cybersecurity and forensic experts. The investigation unveiled that the incident was a result of aContinue Reading
On February 27, 2024, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of gunfire at around 12:30 p.m. in the 1100 block of Lane Avenue South. Upon arrival, they found an unidentified black male suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite efforts by the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, the victim, identifiedContinue Reading
Late Saturday evening on January 6, 2024, Jacksonville officers rushed to the 8000 block of Ivymill Court following reports of a shooting incident. Upon arrival, they found 45-year-old Gary Mills inside a residence, critically injured. Despite efforts to save him, Mills succumbed to his injuries from a gunshot wound afterContinue Reading
The City of Jacksonville Beach expressed deep sorrow following a violent incident in the downtown area on March 17th. Authorities conveyed condolences to the victim’s family and wished a speedy recovery to those injured. Stressing the community’s commitment to safety, officials strongly condemned the act and stood united against violence.Continue Reading
Amit Patel, a 31-year-old resident of Jacksonville, has been sentenced to six years and six months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Henry L. Adams for wire fraud and engaging in an illegal monetary transaction. Patel was also ordered to forfeit $22,221,454.40, the proceeds of the wire fraud, andContinue Reading