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Crime & Safety
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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.

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Crime & Safety
1 year 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
1 year 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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Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Two Marion County drivers arrested after separate traffic stop confrontations

One suspect fled the scene; another assaulted a deputy before being taken into custody, according to MCSO.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
“Keanu Reeves” romance scam dupes victims out of $160K — including Marion County woman

AI-powered con used mobile games and fake video chats to trick women into sending money to a scammer posing as the Hollywood star.

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Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Ocala sees nearly 5% drop in violent crime despite population surge

With no homicides in over a year, Ocala Police credit community trust, strategic policing, and increased visibility for the city’s declining crime rate.

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