Crime & Public Safety
Saturday, May 16, 2026 · Alva
Tampa jury sentences four men to life without parole in Julio Foolio killing
A Tampa Bay jury recommended life without parole for four men convicted of killing Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio in June 2024, rejecting the death penalty despite finding multiple aggravating factors.
Florida sues Jacksonville over firearm visitor logs at City Hall
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier sued Jacksonville over security logbooks documenting armed visitors to City Hall, seeking $5 million in penalties. State prosecutors had previously found no criminal intent and declined to charge the city.
Saturday, May 16, 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.
Saturday, May 16, 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.
Saturday, May 16, 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.
Saturday, May 16, 2026