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Miami-Dade Insurance Fraud Scheme

A man identified as an illegal immigrant has been arrested in Miami-Dade County for allegedly carrying out an insurance fraud scheme. Luigino Jose Bosco faces charges including insurance fraud and grand theft. The investigation began after an insurance company reported fraudulent life insurance policy applications.

Miami-Dade, FLabout 9 hours ago · 2mRead
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Florida Man Arrested for Arson

A knife-wielding Florida man has been arrested after allegedly setting a restaurant on fire using a flaming propane tank. The incident is under investigation, and details are still emerging.

Floridaabout 9 hours ago · 2mRead
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Illegal Immigrant Arrested in Miami-Dade Insurance Fraud

A man identified as an illegal immigrant has been arrested in Miami-Dade County for allegedly carrying out an insurance fraud scheme. Luigino Jose Bosco faces charges including insurance fraud and grand theft. The investigation began after an insurance company reported fraudulent life insurance policy applications.

Miami, FL1 day ago · 2mRead
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Knife-Wielding Man Arrested After Setting Restaurant on Fire

A Florida man has been arrested after allegedly setting a restaurant on fire using a flaming propane tank. The incident, which involved a knife-wielding individual, resulted in the man's arrest by authorities. Details of the incident are still emerging.

Florida1 day ago · 2mRead
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Knife-Wielding Man Arrested for Arson in Florida

A knife-wielding man was arrested in Florida after setting a restaurant on fire with a flaming propane tank. The man's identity and motivations are still unknown. The investigation is ongoing.

Florida2 days ago · 1mRead
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Illegal Immigrant Arrested in Miami-Dade Insurance Fraud

Luigino Jose Bosco, an illegal immigrant, was arrested in Miami-Dade County for allegedly carrying out an insurance fraud scheme. The scheme relied on the personal information of unsuspecting victims to obtain commission payments. Bosco faces up to five years in prison if convicted.

Miami, FL2 days ago · 2mRead
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UF Health Doctor Charged

A University of Florida Health doctor and assistant professor has been arrested and charged with possessing and transmitting child sexual abuse material. The investigation began in April after a cyber tip. The doctor has been placed on administrative leave.

Gainesville, FL3 days ago · 2mRead
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Orbeez Toy Gun Prank Turns Serious in Port St. Lucie

A prank involving an Orbeez toy gun turned serious when a man threatened three juveniles with a real gun in Port St. Lucie. The incident led to the arrest of a 49-year-old man and a teenager. The case is ongoing, and the outcome is unclear.

Port St. Lucie, FL4 days ago · 2mRead
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Ex-NFL Star Arrested in Orlando

Former NFL player and broadcaster Marcellus Wiley was arrested at a Florida hotel on domestic violence charges. The incident occurred at the World Marriott resort in Orlando. Wiley has since bonded out and cannot have contact with his wife.

Orlando, FL4 days ago · 2mRead
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Ex-NFL Star Arrested in Orlando

Former NFL player and ESPN analyst Marcellus Wiley was arrested at a Florida hotel on domestic violence charges. Wiley's wife, Annemarie, reported she was afraid of her husband. He has since bonded out and cannot have contact with his wife.

Orlando, FL5 days ago · 2mRead
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Orbeez Toy Gun Prank Leads to Arrest

A prank involving a toy gun ended with a 49-year-old man threatening three juveniles with a real gun. The adult man and one of the teenagers were arrested. The incident occurred in Port St. Lucie, where police received a 911 call about a vehicle being hit by a toy gun.

Port St. Lucie, FL5 days ago · 2mRead
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Orbeez Toy Gun Prank Leads to Arrest

A prank involving an Orbeez toy gun led to the arrest of a 49-year-old man and a teenager in Port St. Lucie. The man allegedly threatened three juveniles with a real gun after the prank. The investigation is ongoing, with the accused presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Port St. Lucie, FL6 days ago · 2mRead
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Human Trafficking Arrests in Broward County

A human trafficking operation in South Florida during World Cup matches resulted in 7 arrests and the rescue of 10 victims. The operation, led by the Broward Sheriff's Office, targeted individuals seeking to exploit minors for commercial sex acts. The investigation is ongoing, with the accused presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Broward County, FL6 days ago · 2mRead
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Human Trafficking Operation in South Florida

A human trafficking operation conducted around World Cup matches in South Florida has resulted in 7 arrests and the rescue of 10 victims. The operation, led by the Broward Sheriff's Office, targeted individuals seeking to exploit minors for commercial sex acts. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities working to identify additional suspects and victims.

South Florida6 days ago · 2mRead
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Orbeez Toy Gun Prank Leads to Arrest

A prank involving an Orbeez toy gun has led to the arrest of a man and a teenager in Port St. Lucie. The incident began when a 15-year-old fired the toy gun at a vehicle, prompting the driver to arm himself with a real gun and threaten the teenagers.

Port St. Lucie, FL6 days ago · 2mRead
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New Florida Laws Take Effect

Over 120 new laws have taken effect in Florida, introducing harsher penalties for various crimes. The laws increase penalties for child abuse, domestic violence, and terrorism, and also designate domestic and foreign terrorist organizations. The new laws aim to provide more protection for victims and increase accountability for offenders.

Florida7 days ago · 2mRead
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Human Trafficking

Human Trafficking Arrests in Broward County

A multi-agency human trafficking enforcement operation conducted around World Cup matches in South Florida has resulted in 7 arrests and the rescue of 10 victims. The operation, led by the Broward Sheriff's Office, targeted individuals seeking to exploit minors for commercial sex acts. The investigation is ongoing.

Broward County, FL7 days ago · 2mRead
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New Florida Laws Take Effect

More than 120 new laws have taken effect in Florida, introducing harsher penalties for various crimes, including child abuse and domestic violence. The new laws also include stricter penalties for driving without a valid license and designate domestic and foreign terrorist organizations.

Florida8 days ago · 2mRead
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Human Trafficking Arrests in Broward County

A human trafficking operation around World Cup matches in South Florida has resulted in 7 arrests and the rescue of 10 victims. The operation was conducted by multiple agencies, including the Broward Sheriff's Office. The investigation is ongoing, with the accused presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Broward County, FL8 days ago · 2mRead
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Sex Crime Suspect Arrested in Daytona Beach

A 26-year-old man wanted for sex crimes in New York has been arrested in Daytona Beach, Florida. The suspect, Robert Doughty-Wilder, was taken into custody on June 24 and is being held without bond as a fugitive from justice. He is awaiting extradition to New York to face charges including attempted first-degree rape and second-degree rape.

Daytona Beach, FL9 days ago · 2mRead
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Tallahassee Sees New Laws

Over 120 new laws have taken effect in Florida, increasing penalties for crimes such as child abuse, domestic violence, and terrorism. These laws aim to provide more protection for victims and impose stricter punishments for offenders. The state can now also designate domestic and foreign terrorist organizations, granting it new powers over these groups.

Tallahassee, FL9 days ago · 2mRead
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Sex Crime Suspect Arrested in Daytona Beach

A 26-year-old man wanted for sex crimes in Onondaga County, New York, was arrested in Daytona Beach, Florida, on June 24. The suspect, Robert Doughty-Wilder, is being held without bond and is awaiting extradition to New York. The Daytona Beach Shores Department of Public Safety worked with investigators in New York to secure the arrest.

Daytona Beach, FL9 days ago · 2mRead
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Florida Enacts Harsher Penalties

Over 120 new laws took effect in Florida on July 1, introducing harsher penalties for various crimes, including child abuse, domestic violence, and terrorism. The state can now designate domestic and foreign terrorist organizations, and repeat offenders for driving without a valid license face a third-degree felony. The laws aim to provide more protection for domestic violence victims and increase penalties for animal abusers.

Tallahassee, FL9 days ago · 2mRead
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Florida Arrest of Man Wanted for Sex Crimes

A 26-year-old man wanted for multiple felony sex crimes in Onondaga County, New York, has been arrested in Florida. The arrest follows a months-long investigation involving law enforcement agencies in both states. The man is being held without bond and awaits extradition to New York.

Daytona Beach Shores, FL10 days ago · 2mRead