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
Crime & Safety
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.
Unresolved Homicide in Hernando County Draws Attention Amid New York Stabbing Case
Ariana Ptarcinski’s 2019 homicide in Hernando County remains unsolved, sparking renewed questions amid a related New York murder case.
Jewel Thief Presumed on the Run After Failing to Appear in Court
Jewel thief Michael Ornelas presumed on the run after failing to appear in court for sentencing status hearing
Tampa Smoke Shop Owner Faces Homicide Charge
Tampa smoke shop owner Ryan Perez faces homicide charge after alleged dark web narcotics operation.
“Vigilante Justice” Kidnapping Case Heads to Trial in Hernando County
A Hernando County School District employee and five others are accused of kidnapping and interrogating three men they accused of stealing from Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold.
Convicted Woman Promotes New Blueberry Festival in Hernando County
Convicted woman promotes blueberry festival in Hernando County despite restrictions
Jewel Thief Sentencing Nears, Defense Cites Poor Health
Jewel thief Michael Ornelas faces sentencing on June 4, with his defense citing poor health. Ornelas pleaded no contest to four burglary charges and racketeering, and is accused of stealing $16 million in valuables from 23 jewelry stores across Florida.