Authorities say the burglars target unlocked vehicles by "car hopping" through the neighborhood.
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Early morning burglars hit Silver Springs Shores, steal multiple firearms from unlocked cars

MCSO urges residents to lock vehicles and report suspicious activity after thieves strike during overnight hours.

Christian Anne Adams, 33, is sentenced to two consecutive life sentences.
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Ocala woman sentenced to life for stabbing death of father, attempted murder of second victim

Jurors found 33-year-old Christina Adams guilty after hearing eyewitness accounts and seeing what prosecutors called “irrefutable” evidence.

MCSO says the unidentified man used the credit card to buy gift cards at a Lowe's in Gainesville.
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Man caught on camera stealing credit card from Dunnellon porch, then using it in Gainesville

Marion County deputies ask for help identifying suspect seen wearing USA sweatshirt and two different beanies.

Ocala Police officers spoke with a witness at Six Gun Plaza on April 15, 2025, after responding to a reported purse snatching incident.
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Police respond to purse snatching at Six Gun Plaza in Ocala

OPD says a witness helped officers find the suspect inside a nearby restaurant.

William Dyess, 44, is held at the Marion County Jail without bond.
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Registered Silver Springs sex offender arrested for viewing child pornography

Marion County Sheriff’s Office says 44-year-old William Dyess confessed an attraction to children and to seeking out child pornography online.

Deputy Young places Titan Kiner, 17, in handcuffs on April 3, 2025, in northwest Marion County, FL. Kiner was arrested after allegedly pointing a realistic-looking BB gun at children from a passing moped.
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Teen accused of pointing BB gun at children; both moped riders arrested in Marion County

Deputies say the incident prompted a brief pursuit and ended with the safe arrest of two individuals, including a juvenile now facing assault charges.

Authorities say Dr. Jose Jacob, 65, was arrested after a patient came forward with allegations, prompting a deeper look into previous complaints.
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Ocala cardiologist arrested after patient accuses him of inappropriate behavior

Police say Dr. Jose Jacob, 65, was taken into custody following a patient’s allegations and reports of past complaints.

MCSO arrested 43-year-old registered sex offender Aaron Wernle on multiple child-related charges.
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Registered sex offender arrested in Ocala for child pornography possession, evidence tampering

Marion County detectives uncover thousands of disturbing files during search of SW Ocala home, leading to arrest.

26-year-old Stephen Woods was found dead on the side of the road.
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Ocala Police continue to search for answers two years after murder

26-year-old Stephen Woods was found dead on the side of the road over two years ago. Police continue to search for who’s responsible for his death.

Ernest Van Damme surrenders to police on I-75 after allegedly stealing a Ford F-250 from Gary Yeomans Ford and leading officers on a high-speed chase.
Crime & Safety
7 months ago
Ocala man arrested after high-speed chase in stolen Ford F-250

Police say the suspect broke into Gary Yeomans Ford, stole a truck, and led officers on a 100-mph chase before surrendering on I-75.

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