A 1 1/2 year old K-9 is the newest, youngest deputy at the Alachua County Sheriff's Office. He will soon begin a vigorous training process in order to officially join the force.
Read More »Marion County Debuts Crime Alerts For Businesses
The Marion County Sheriff's Office introduced a new crime-alert system, "Business Sheriff Alert for Emergencies" that sends free text messages and emails to businesses similar to ones that have been victims of crime before. These messages include incident details, suspect profiles and photographs that can help with crime prevention.
Read More »Deputies Investigating Skeletal Remains Found on Alachua County Property
A local homeowner stumbled upon skeletal remains on his Alachua County property. The remains have yet to be identified.
Read More »Detectives Offer Reward For Video of Holly Heights Shooting
Those who submit videos can remain anonymous.
Read More »Suspect in 2012 University Avenue Murder Asks for Plea Deal
Clifton Rae Baxter is accused of stabbing and killing Dockens, 60, outside of the Bank of America at 1116 University Ave. on Oct. 26, 2012.
Read More »One Dead, One Hospitalized In Holly Heights Shooting
One victim is currently being treated for a gunshot wound, according to Alachua County Sheriff's Office. Deputies say another victim died at the hospital.
Read More »What Would It Cost to Modernize Alachua County’s Public Safety Radio System?
When a firefighter or police officer responds to an emergency somewhere in Alachua County, it's good to know they can communicate by radio without problem. That's not always the case right now.
Read More »Local Police Work to Strengthen Community Ties
Police interaction with the community is a concern that extends past big cities. When the Rev. Milford Lewis Griner attended the “Right vs. Right” event Nov. 14, he learned useful information from law enforcement and community members that he could then share with his congregation and community. “(Open dialogue) can foster more trust …
Read More »One Dead In I-75 Southbound Crash Near Archer Road
A crash involving at least one semi-trailer truck occurred shortly after 5 p.m. on I-75 southbound near the Archer Road exit.
Read More »Nearly 11,000 Sexual Assault Kits Untested, Survey Said
Data released by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement shows that 11,000 rape kits have gone untested, including those that were never submitted by county sheriff's offices.
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