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crime1 year ago

"Drunk Georgia Parents Abandon Children on Florida Beach"

A Georgia couple was arrested in Daytona Beach after being found passed out drunk on the beach, leaving their 5 and 7-year-old children unsupervised. Deputies found the children swimming in a pool at a nearby inn and arrested the parents for child neglect and possession of alcohol on the beach. The children were taken into the care of the Department of Children and Families until a family member arrived from Georgia to take custody of them.

odd-news1 year ago

Truck Driven into Ocean at Florida Beach Leads to Arrest

A New York man was arrested in Florida after driving his truck into the ocean on a closed beach, bypassing a "Do Not Enter" gate and ignoring high tide warnings. He explained to officers that he wanted to drive on the beach, but was charged for unauthorized beach access due to not paying the vehicle access fee. Video footage shows the truck driving through waves before ultimately being submerged, with the man later seen laughing about the incident in body camera footage.

crime2 years ago

Suspect Identified in Daytona Beach Double Murder, Deserves 'Special Place' in Hell

Charles Leon Ivy, 34, has been arrested and charged with first-degree arson, two counts of first-degree murder, and two counts of attempted murder in connection with the stabbing death of a mother and the subsequent apartment fire that killed her 10-month-old son in Daytona Beach, Florida. The police chief described the crime as the most horrendous and horrific he has ever seen and stated that the suspect deserves a special place in hell. Ivy was apprehended after a traffic stop and evidence, including surveillance footage and possession of the victim's cell phone, points to his involvement in the crime. The investigation is ongoing, and the suspect is currently being held without bond.

accidents2 years ago

Fatal Crashes Claim Lives of Two Young Drivers in Daytona Beach

An 18-year-old man from Daytona Beach died after crashing into a parked semi-truck on Interstate 95 near Ormond Beach. The teenager veered off into the right shoulder for unknown reasons and collided with the rear of the truck. The driver of the semi-truck was unharmed, and the incident is currently being investigated by the Florida Highway Patrol.

crime2 years ago

Othal Wallace Sentenced for Killing Daytona Beach Officer: Live Updates

Othal Wallace, who shot and killed Daytona Beach police officer Jason Raynor in 2021, has been convicted of manslaughter and is scheduled to be sentenced. Wallace claimed he feared for his life when Raynor questioned him about a stolen car, but prosecutors argued that Raynor was doing his job and Wallace didn't comply, leading to the fatal altercation. Wallace's lawyers have requested a sentence lower than the minimum, while the police chief and sheriff expressed disappointment with the conviction. Wallace faces up to 30 years in prison, with a minimum of 10 years.

crime2 years ago

Othal Wallace Found Guilty of Manslaughter in Daytona Beach Officer's Killing

Othal Wallace has been convicted of manslaughter in the killing of Daytona Beach Police Officer Jason Raynor. The jury also found that Wallace carried or used a firearm during the offense. The prosecution argued premeditation based on Wallace's social media posts displaying animosity towards law enforcement, while the defense claimed self-defense.

crime2 years ago

Trial Commences for Accused Daytona Beach Police Officer Killer

The trial has begun for Othal Wallace, the man accused of shooting and killing Daytona Beach police officer Jason Raynor over two years ago. Wallace is charged with first-degree murder and the state is seeking the death penalty. The defense claims the shooting was in self-defense, while the prosecution argues that Raynor approached the car carefully. Wallace was found hiding in a treehouse in Georgia after a nationwide manhunt. The trial has been moved to Clay County due to the case's high-profile nature in Volusia County.

crime2 years ago

Daytona Beach Carjacking Ends in Arrest and Standoff

A suspect, identified as 42-year-old Anthony Galloway, was arrested after a carjacking incident in Daytona Beach, Florida. The victim reported being robbed at gunpoint while pumping gas, with the suspect demanding money and car keys. The stolen vehicle was later found unoccupied, and Galloway was located hiding in a warehouse. After an hour-long standoff, SWAT units apprehended him. Galloway was taken to a hospital for evaluation and will face charges once released.

missing-persons2 years ago

"Desperate Search: 14-Year-Old Girl from Volusia County Missing, AMBER Alert Issued"

A statewide AMBER Alert has been issued for 14-year-old Barbora Zdanska, who went missing from Daytona Beach. She was last seen on Boynton Boulevard and may be accompanied by another teen named Carlos. The police have located the blue Dodge Caravan she may be in, but the teen remains missing. The owner of the vehicle stated that she picked up the teen in Daytona Beach and dropped her off at a house in Jacksonville. Law enforcement is urging anyone with information to contact them.

local-news2 years ago

Amber Alert issued for missing 14-year-old in Volusia County

An Amber Alert has been issued for 14-year-old Barbora Zdanska, who went missing in Volusia County, Florida. She was last seen wearing a black Adidas sweatshirt and black jean shorts. Zdanska is believed to be traveling in a blue 2014 Dodge Caravan with a Florida license plate CZ8613. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Florida Department of Law Enforcement or the Daytona Beach Police Department.

crime2 years ago

Arrested Woman Shoots Multiple People Outside Daytona Beach Club

A woman, Karla Bermudez, has been arrested and charged with attempted murder after a shooting outside Razzles nightclub in Daytona Beach. The incident occurred during an altercation, and Bermudez allegedly fired several rounds, injuring four people. The victims are expected to recover. In response to the recent violence, city officials are considering implementing additional security measures, such as metal detectors and increased surveillance, to ensure the safety of residents and tourists.

crime2 years ago

Child narrowly escapes abduction on Mother's Day walk from church with mom

A 6-year-old girl was almost abducted while walking home from church with her mother on Mother's Day in Daytona Beach, Florida. The suspect, described as a Black female between 25 and 35, attempted to grab the child, but was unsuccessful and fled the scene. The child and her mother were unharmed. The suspect remains at large and police are investigating the incident.

crime2 years ago

Daytona Beach Man Receives Life Sentence for Shooting at Police and Running Dog Fighting Ring

Joseph Calvin Jaynes II, a man armed with an AR-15-style rifle who fired at Daytona Beach police officers, has been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of six counts of attempted second-degree murder of a law enforcement officer. No officers were injured in the shooting, but Jaynes was shot in the leg. The incident occurred when police were performing a well-being check and heard a gunshot. When they investigated, they found Jaynes with the rifle and ordered him to drop it, but he instead raised it in their direction and fired at them.