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.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety news for Crystal River, Florida.
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
Fire Crews Extinguish Box Truck Blaze in Crystal River
Crystal River fire crews extinguish box truck blaze on U.S. 19, no injuries reported.
Discarded Cigarette Sparks Shed Fire in Crystal River
A shed fire in Crystal River was sparked by a discarded cigarette on Monday night, officials say.
Raid on Crystal River home nets 4 arrests, fentanyl, cocaine, pot, deputies say
Four arrested, fentanyl, cocaine, and pot seized in Crystal River raid