HCSO Denies Rumor of Two Connected Deaths in Hernando County
HCSO denies rumors of two connected deaths in Hernando County, Florida.
Crime & Safety in Hernando County
Woman Arrested on Multiple Sexual Battery Charges Against a Minor in Ridge Manor
A 42-year-old woman was arrested in Ridge Manor, Florida, on July 1 for allegedly sexually battering a juvenile female at her home.
Hernando County Driver Arrested on DUI, Drug Trafficking and Firearm Charges After Rear-End Crash
Tyler Sikes, 28, was arrested June 24 after a crash on County Line Road led deputies to find meth, fentanyl, and firearms in his vehicle.
HCSO Arrests 11 in Ridge Manor Drug Bust
HCSO arrests 11 suspects in Ridge Manor drug bust, seizing 60 grams of fentanyl and stolen firearms.
Two Men Arrested for Possession of Child Pornography in Hernando County
Two Hernando County men arrested for possession of child pornography, authorities report.
Detroit Lions CB Terrion Arnold Arrested in Robbery and Kidnapping Case with Hernando County Connection
Detroit Lions CB Terrion Arnold arrested in robbery and kidnapping case with Hernando County connection
Last Member of Female Fraud Ring Pleads Guilty in Hernando Court
A 44-year-old woman pleaded guilty to organized fraud charges in Hernando County, Florida, bringing a years-long case involving three women to a close.
New Search Efforts for Mansfield Murder Victims
Investigators search for additional victims of Billy Mansfield, a serial killer with ties to Hernando County.
Florida Man Crashes on I-75, Attempts to Steal Medical Helicopter
28-year-old Florida man crashes on I-75, claims to see Antichrist, attempts to steal medical helicopter
Jury Acquits Latin Kings Defendant of Murder Charge; Co-Defendants Accept 30-Year Plea Deals
A Hernando County jury acquitted Roberto Garcia of a murder charge related to a gang-related “beat down” that resulted in the death of a fellow Latin Kings gang member, Alexis “Lexi” Gonzalez.
Man Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison for Role in Teenage Girl’s Death
Man sentenced to 11 years in prison for role in teenage girl’s death in Brooksville, Florida.
Trial Date Set for Jeffrey Norman Crum in 1993 Jennifer Odom Murder Case
A Hernando County judge has ruled that evidence from a similar case may be used in the trial of Jeffrey Norman Crum, accused of murdering and sexually assaulting Jennifer Odom in 1993.