Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Five taken to jail in Marion County on charges ranging from DUI to battery

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office made multiple arrests Wednesday in separate incidents involving drug possession, trespassing, theft, and battery across the county.

Juvenile found with gun aboard school bus
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Marion County Man Arrested After Pointing Laser at Sheriff’s Helicopter

A 41-year-old Marion County man was arrested after repeatedly shining a laser pointer at a Sheriff’s Office helicopter during a late-night patrol. The suspect told deputies he was “just being silly.” He now faces felony charges.

Ocala Crimestoppers most wanted list
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Ocala’s top 10 most wanted: Crime Stoppers seeks public’s help identifying local fugitives

Crime Stoppers of Marion County is asking for the public’s help in locating Ocala’s Top 10 Most Wanted fugitives. These individuals are wanted for felony-level offenses, including assault, drug charges, and theft.

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Marion County sheriff arrests man for child sexual abuse online

Detective Ryan Paxton uncovers Roberto Stracuzzi’s illicit Snapchat and WhatsApp communications with a 15-year-old victim.

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Ocala police seek public’s help identifying suspect in retail and vehicle theft

Man with reddish hair and receding hairline wanted in connection with two recent thefts; tipsters may be eligible for $3,000 reward.

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
40 men arrested in Marion County child predator sting during undercover operation

Operation Seek and Ye Shall Find Out uncovers disturbing online activity as suspects used social media to target children ages 13 to 15.

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Man shot and killed in early morning Summerfield incident, deputies investigating

Marion County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit is investigating a fatal shooting on SE 21st Court; no arrests have been made.

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Citra woman arrested after emaciated horse had to be euthanized, deputies say

Marion County Sheriff’s Office says Isabella Medina neglected 17-year-old horse, leading to severe malnutrition and suffering.

Yellow crime scene tape with blurred police lights in the background
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
UPDATE: Barricaded suspect shot and killed by deputies near UF campus, officials say

Suspect fired additional shots at law enforcement during standoff; no injuries to deputies or civilians reported.

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Online sting to protect children: 15 arrested in Ocala operation

Police say suspects believed they were meeting minors after engaging in explicit online conversations with undercover officers.

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