Crime & Public Safety
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 · Jacksonville
BREAKING: American Nuclear Scientist Rescued from Russian-Occupied Ukraine; Jacksonville Community on Edge as Operation Continues
An American nuclear scientist, hunted by Russian forces for intelligence, was rescued from Russian-occupied Ukraine in an ongoing operation, sparking concern in Jacksonville.
New Ransom Note Claims to Know Location of Nancy Guthrie's Body
A new ransom note has emerged in the Nancy Guthrie cold case, claiming to know the location of her body, deepening the mystery for Jacksonville residents.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Braves Minor Leaguer Arrested in Deadly I-75 Hit-and-Run Near Bradenton
An 18-year-old Atlanta Braves minor league catcher from Cocoa faces vehicular homicide charges after a fatal hit-and-run on I-75 in Manatee County that killed a 34-year-old truck driver and father of four. The Braves organization identified and turned him in to Florida Highway Patrol after spotting his damaged Ford Mustang. Jonathan Matos Morales remains held on $200,000 bond in Manatee County Jail.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026