Crime & Public Safety
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · Doral
St. Petersburg Structure Fire: Active Scene at 17th Street South
TECO units are on scene responding to a structure fire at 1601 17th Street South in St. Petersburg, indicating potential electrical involvement or utility concerns.
Dania Beach Blaze: What We Know So Far
Emergency crews are responding to a structure fire in Dania Beach, with details scarce 15-20 minutes after initial dispatch.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Sunrise Blaze: What We Know So Far About Fire on NW 24th Place
A structure fire on NW 24th Place in Sunrise is currently active, with emergency crews responding to the scene.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
West Park Structure Fire: What We Know So Far on SW 26th Street
A structure fire has prompted an emergency response at 4111 SW 26th Street in West Park, with fire crews actively on scene and no new information on cause or injuries reported yet.
Wednesday, August 12, 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.
Wednesday, August 12, 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.
Wednesday, August 12, 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.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026