Crime & Public Safety
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 · Callaway
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.
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.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Panama City Man Gets 42 Months for Attacking Officer
A Panama City man was sentenced to 42 months in prison after attacking a police officer who responded to a knife threat.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Man Sentenced to 15 Years for $100K Baseball Card Heist in Panama City
Christopher Develle Brown received 15 years in prison for his role in stealing over $100,000 in baseball cards from a Panama City business in February 2023. He is the final defendant convicted in the case.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Temple Terrace CEO Indicted for Defrauding Investors of $7 Million
Meade Lewis, founder and CEO of mIQroTech, Inc., was indicted on five wire fraud counts for allegedly defrauding investors of more than $7 million.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026