Crime & Public Safety
Thursday, May 14, 2026 · Alva
Orlando Teen Dies After E-Scooter Hit by Pickup on Moss Park Road
A 14-year-old Orlando boy died from head injuries sustained when a pickup truck struck his e-scooter on Moss Park Road Sunday. He was not wearing a helmet.
GRID 35A Medical emergency: Live Updates
Live updates on the medical emergency in GRID 35A.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Sheriff Warns of 'Quishing' Scams Using Fake QR Codes
Sheriff Marceno warns Alva residents about "quishing" scams that use fake QR codes to steal financial information. Inspect codes carefully and visit websites directly rather than scanning.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Atlanta Man Nabbed After Torching Sanford Temple, Wild Multi-County Chase
A 51-year-old Atlanta man faces felony arson charges after allegedly setting fire to a Sanford Buddhist temple, sparking a high-speed chase across Central Florida highways. Singhasouk Danny Phanouvong led police on a 115 mph pursuit through Volusia and Flagler counties before troopers stopped him with a PIT maneuver. The late-night incident shocked the tight-knit temple community in Seminole County.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Broward Burglary Spree Ends in Arrests Tied to South American Theft Ring
Broward Sheriff's Office has busted a string of high-end residential burglaries in Weston's gated Windmill Ranch Estates, linking suspects to a notorious South American theft group targeting wealthy enclaves nationwide. Authorities recovered tools of the trade and seized stolen goods worth millions, including a $500,000 jewelry heist. Homeowners in South Florida's suburbs are urged to bolster security amid the crackdown.
Thursday, May 14, 2026