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Dead In Dollar Tree Freezer | 2 Ex-Husbands Killed In 1 Day | $1M Lottery Win: FL News
Body Found In Store | Shooting Victim Sought Help At Store | NASCAR Driver Dies In Plane Crash | Hit-And-Run Arrest | 5 Saved As Boat Sinks
On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Florida. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.
St. Pete Man Faces Child Porn Charges: Pinellas Sheriff
A St. Petersburg man faces multiple child pornography-related charges, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said.
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Colombian Man Arrested For Trafficking ‘Pink Cocaine’ In FL: Officials
A Colombian man faces drug charges related to trafficking “pink cocaine” in FL and across the U.S., FDLE said.
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Sarasota Police Revive Holiday Lights Video Featuring Patrol Cars: WATCH
An annual video featuring Sarasota police patrol vehicles and their lights synced up to holiday music returned this year.
Man Crossing Gandy Blvd. Killed In Hit-And-Run Crash: FL Troopers
A St. Pete man was arrested in a hit-and-run crash that killed a man crossing Gandy Boulevard, Florida Highway Patrol said.
Shooting Victim Walked Into Tampa Convenience Store After Being Shot: Sheriff
A fatal shooting victim went into a Tampa convenience store asking for help before his death, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said.
NASCAR Driver, Family Killed In Fiery NC Plane Crash On Way To Sarasota: Reports
NASCAR’s Greg Biffle was flying to Sarasota when his plane crashed in NC, killing him and his family on board, reports said.
Contractor Swindled Elderly Hurricane Milton Victims: Bradenton Police
A contractor faces 13 felony charges for swindling elderly victims at a Bradenton mobile home park after Hurricane Milton, police said.
3 Arrested After Holding Man At Gunpoint In St. Pete Apartment: Police
Three men were charged with kidnapping after holding a man at gunpoint in his St. Petersburg apartment, police said.
5 Rescued After Boat Sinks Near Egmont Key: Watch
Five people were rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard after their 32-foot boat sank near Egmont Key. Someone from the boat made several mayday calls before their rescue.
Attempted Murder Suspect Arrested After Anonymous Tip: Sheriff
“I’m the one you’re looking for,” a Winter Haven man wanted for attempted murder told deputies arresting him. An anonymous tip led to his arrest.
2 Killed In I-75 Crash With DUI Driver: FL Highway Patrol
An OH man is accused of driving under the influence in an I-75 crash that killed two near Sarasota, FL Highway Patrol said. A Pensacola man and his passenger died in the crash.
$1M-Winning Powerball Ticket Sold At FL Grocery Store: Reports
The Powerball jackpot has jumped to $1.1B for Monday night’s drawing, lottery officials said. A ticket sold in Clearwater won $1 million in Saturday’s drawing.
Live Grenade Found In FL Goodwill Store Donation Bin: Police
A Goodwill store in Palatka was evacuated after a live grenade was found in a donation bin, police said. It’s not the first time a grenade was donated to a northern Florida Goodwill.
Search Continues For Missing 87-Year-Old Largo Man With Dementia: Police
A missing 87-year-old Largo man with dementia was last seen heading toward U.S. 19 after leaving his home, police said. He doesn’t speak English, and left his home without any money, his phone, or identification.
Man’s Body Found In Empty Lot: Tampa Police
A man's body was found in an empty lot in Tampa, police said. Investigators are working to identify him.
Bradenton Couple Sentenced For Child Sexual Abuse Videos: Reports
A Bradenton couple was sentenced to life in prison in separate cases related to child sexual abuse and pornography charges, reports said.
Boater Rescued After Commercial Fishing Boat Catches Fire Near Clearwater: WATCH
A boater was rescued 100 miles off Clearwater after their commercial fishing boat caught fire, the U.S. Coast Guard said.
FL Woman Fatally Shot Her 2 Ex-Husbands On Same Day: Sheriff
A Citrus County woman is accused of shooting, killing her two ex-husbands — one in Tampa,
the other in Bradenton — on the same day.
North FL Man Who Robbed Clearwater Gas Station Sentenced: U.S. DOJ
A Gainesville man was sentenced to federal prison for the 2023 armed robbery of a Clearwater convenience store, the U.S. DOJ said.
Tampa Sex Offender Arrested For Child Porn, Prison Escape: U.S. DOJ
A convicted sex offender from Tampa who escaped from federal prison was arrested on new charges, the U.S. DOJ said.
14-Vehicle Crash Involving Dump Truck Injures 2 In Sarasota Area: FL Troopers
A dump truck hit 13 vehicles stopped for a red light on Fruitville Road, Florida Highway Patrol said.
An eight-time convicted felon on probation was arrested on multiple drug charges, Sarasota police said.
Woman Found Naked, Dead Inside FL Dollar Tree Freezer: Reports
The body of a doctor and mother of two from Nicaragua was found naked and dead inside a Miami Dollar store freezer, reports said.
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