Co-Op to Host Artist Spotlight and Reception
Citrus County Sheriff IDs a Crystal River man fatally shot by deputies. Co-Op also announces an Artist Spotlight and Reception for local artists.
Crime & Safety in Crystal River
Crime & Safety news for Crystal River, Florida.
Go Back to the 1940s with Heritage Hour
The headline reads “Go back to the 1940s with Heritage Hour,” while the summary describes a sheriff identifying a man fatally shot by deputies in…
Sheriff Identifies Man Fatally Shot by Deputies in Crystal River
The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office has identified a man fatally shot by deputies in Crystal River. Investigators are reviewing the incident.
Man’s Identity Withheld as Investigators Work to Notify Family After Deputy-Involved Shooting
Citrus County investigators are withholding the identity of a man in a deputy-involved shooting while they work to notify his family.
Citrus County Deputies Shoot, Kill Suspect Holding Victim at Knifepoint in Crystal River
Citrus County deputies shot and killed a suspect holding a victim at knifepoint in Crystal River on Saturday, with a second suspect taken into custody.
Alleged Arson Destroys 3 Trucks at Crystal River Construction Site
An alleged arson destroyed three trucks at a Crystal River construction site, prompting a criminal investigation by local authorities in Citrus County.
Crystal River dog breeder faces multiple animal cruelty charges
Crystal River dog breeder John Michael Smith, 35, faces multiple animal cruelty charges after authorities seize several dogs from his property.
Crystal River Man Arrested for Felony Animal Cruelty
Crystal River man arrested for felony animal cruelty after deputies find ‘rotted remains’ of animals at his home.
State Attorney Declines Charges Against Wooten in Crystal River Incident
State Attorney declines charges against Crystal River venue, Wooten’s, after investigation.
FWC Captures Alligator After Woman Bitten at Kings Bay
FWC captures alligator after woman bitten at Kings Bay in Crystal River, Citrus County, amid concerns over proposed sand mine
FWC Captures Alligator Believed to Have Bitten Woman in Crystal River
FWC captures 7-foot alligator in Crystal River believed to have bitten 82-year-old woman
Crystal River Sees Rising Calls, Faster Response Times
Crystal River’s fire department and sheriff’s office see rising call volumes, improve response times