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January 14, 2023January 14, 2023Community, Conservation News, County, Law & Order

Multi-year FWC investigation ‘Operation Viper’ leads to numerous charges for venomous and prohibited snake traffickers

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On Jan. 12, 2023, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Division of Law Enforcement (DLE) filed charges against eight individuals, ranging from second degree misdemeanors to third-degree felonies related to the illegal trafficking of venomous and prohibited snakes. The FWC has been receiving intelligence reports and complaints indicating that a black market exists...

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December 20, 2022December 20, 2022Community, Community News, County, Law & Order, Main, Newsmakers, Public Notices

Hurricane Ian derelict vessel removal efforts continue

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Almost 12 weeks after Hurricane Ian made landfall the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and partner agencies continue their efforts to remove vessels rendered derelict by the storm in Charlotte, Collier, Lee and Monroe counties. Imagery from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has identified over 7,500 potentially displaced vessels. FWC officers have...

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October 19, 2022December 20, 2022Community, Community News, County, Law & Order, Newsmakers

FWC’s Wildlife Alert now using Tip411 system for better communication

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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Wildlife Alert System is now using a safe and effective new system for submitting anonymous tips. The public can contact FWC Law Enforcement by downloading an easy-to-use iPhone or Android app: “FWC Wildlife Alert.” The new Tip411 system will enable the public to anonymously communicate with members...

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October 17, 2022October 17, 2022Law & Order, Neighbor Counties

Marion sheriff’s deputies find human remains inside burned car in Silver Springs

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The Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is investigating the case of an “abandoned vehicle” in Silver Springs that was destroyed by fire and which also had human remains inside. On Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at approximately 10 a.m., Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) deputies responded to the 2000 block of NE 231st Ave. regarding a...

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October 5, 2022October 5, 2022Community, Law & Order

Marion sheriff’s office seeking kidnapping suspect

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The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is seeking any information from the public that can help to identify and locate a male suspect in an attempted kidnapping case. On Thursday, September 22, at around 9:30 a.m., MCSO deputies responded to a report of an attempted abduction. The juvenile victim told the deputies that a man tried...

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September 29, 2022September 29, 2022Community, Community News, County, County Services, Government, Law & Order, Public Notices

Hurricane Ian now tropical storm

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Hurricane Ian has been downgraded to a tropical storm. Citrus County is no longer under a storm surge warning and the areal flood watch for the county has been canceled. The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Operations Center is now downgrading to a partial activation, level 2 status. From the National Weather Service briefing at...

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June 7, 2022June 7, 2022Law & Order, Newsmakers

88 arrested, 58 guns seized during ‘largest-ever’ gang takedown in California county

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NTD — Authorities in Stockton, California, arrested nearly 90 people while also seizing dozens of guns in a massive multi-agency gang takedown targeting violent street gangs and a recent increase in firearm-related activities in the area. Tori Verber Salazar, the district attorney of San Joaquin County, touted the mission, dubbed “Operation Hybrid Havoc,” as the...

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April 16, 2022April 16, 2022Community, County, Law & Order, Newsmakers

Convicted county felon faces 2 years for falsifying federal firearm paperwork

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Department of Justice U.S. Attorney’s Office Middle District of Florida OCALA — Senior United States District Judge Gregory A. Presnell has sentenced Darrell Pierre Hopkins (54, Dunnellon) to 24 months in federal prison for making a materially false statement in connection with the purchase of firearms and knowingly causing a licensed gun dealer to maintain...