Crime & Public Safety

10/01/2026 · Union County

Bradenton arcade shut down in illegal gambling raid

New Winners Circle Arcade in Bradenton was shut down on November 12, 2025, after an investigation confirmed illegal gambling operations, leading to significant seizures.

09/20/2026

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Former Estero Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Arrested on Embezzlement, Stalking Charges

Former Estero Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Scott Kreher was arrested on September 26, 2025, facing charges of grand theft, scheme to defraud, and aggravated stalking.

09/20/2026

Crime

FDLE, SJSO: 19 arrested in Operation Unified Watch

Nineteen individuals were arrested in St. Johns County as part of 'Operation Unified Watch,' a six-month investigation targeting drug trafficking.

09/20/2026

Crime

FHP and U.S. Border Patrol Arrest 15 Undocumented Immigrants With Criminal Records in Key Largo

A joint operation in Key Largo on March 9, 2026, led to the arrest of 15 undocumented immigrants with criminal records by the Florida Highway Patrol’s Criminal Alien Apprehension Team and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

09/16/2026

Crime

FDLE arrests former Tampa PD officer for uttering forged identification

Former Tampa Police Department officer Ariel Rodriguez was arrested today by FDLE in Tampa on charges of uttering forged identification.

09/16/2026

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Transportation Clear Search Input Close Search Results Transportation Contact Us Union County School District, Florida 255 SE 8th Ave Lake Butler, FL 32054 352-448-0180 Fax: 386-496-4394 Tony Raish - Coordinator raisht @union.k12.fl.us P: 352.448.0180 Bus Routes Link Rules for Bus Ridership Link The Purpose Statement for the Union County School District The purpose of Union County School District is to provide a collaborative learning culture where students are dedicated to excel with commitment from staff, families, and community. 55 S.W. 6th Street, Lake Butler, FL 32054, P: 352-448-5051 Digitally Designed by BramJam, LLC Share by:

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Technology Department Get Help! Submit a help ticket Contact Us Kevin Craft, IT Coordinator craftk @union.k12. fl. us Kyle Halfacre, IT Coordinator halfacrek @union.k12. fl.us Wesley Smith, Technician smithwe @union.k12. fl.us Cailyn Stalnaker, MIS Director mis @union.k12. fl.us The Purpose Statement for the Union County School District The purpose of Union County School District is to provide a collaborative learning culture where students are dedicated to excel with commitment from staff, families, and community. 55 S.W. 6th Street, Lake Butler, FL 32054, P: 352-448-5051 Digitally Designed by BramJam, LLC

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Covid Covid Parent Letter Updates Covid Quarantine Guidance The Purpose Statement for the Union County School District The purpose of Union County School District is to provide a collaborative learning culture where students are dedicated to excel with commitment from staff, families, and community. 55 S.W. 6th Street, Lake Butler, FL 32054, P: 352-448-5051 Digitally Designed by BramJam, LLC Share by: