Crime & Public Safety
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · Orange County
Orlando Police Arrest 19-Year-Old in Downtown Garland Ave Shooting
Orlando police arrested 19-year-old Lucas Araujo after a shooting injured one person near the LYNX bus station on North Garland Avenue. The victim, shot while riding a bicycle, was hospitalized in stable condition. The arrest comes amid a spike in downtown gun violence, including a recent mass shooting that left two dead.
Three arrested in Oakland Park flea market shooting that killed one
Broward Sheriff's Office arrested two men and a 17-year-old boy in connection with a September 2023 shooting near the Oakland Park Flea Market on West Oakland Park Boulevard that left one dead and another injured. Authorities say the suspects targeted victims during an attempted robbery.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Driver Arrested in Fatal Oakland Park Hit-and-Run
Broward Sheriff’s Office arrested 22-year-old Khaleel Carey in a hit-and-run that killed pedestrian Donna Ramsey on Northwest Ninth Avenue. The early morning crash occurred outside a crosswalk, and Carey faces serious charges. The arrest comes amid rising public safety concerns across South Florida.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
BSO Seeks Help Finding Missing 67-Year-Old from Oakland Park
The Broward Sheriff’s Office is asking for public assistance in locating 67-year-old Michael Lennon, reported missing from Oakland Park. Last seen near the 300 block of Northwest 43rd Court, Lennon has dementia and was wearing a black jacket and yellow tie. Residents are urged to contact detectives with any information.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Three Lauderhill Men Arrested in Oakland Park Teen Murder
The Broward Sheriff's Office announced arrests in the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Ammon Watson, who was gunned down in broad daylight near Northwest 28th Street in August 2024. All three suspects face first-degree felony murder charges nearly nine months after the killing.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
OPD Officers Fatally Shoot Man Charging with Scissors Near Luminary Green
Orlando police officers shot and killed a 46-year-old man early Friday after he charged at them with scissors near downtown's Luminary Green Park. The unprovoked attack occurred while officers investigated a nearby roommate dispute. Both officers were placed on administrative leave as FDLE probes the incident.
Wednesday, April 8, 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, April 8, 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, April 8, 2026