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Fort Lauderdale Police Shoot, Kill Armed Man During Call

The incident occurred on Chateau Park Drive after officers responded to a disturbance call.

Teens Arrested After High-Speed Street Race on Hillsborough Ave

Four people, including a 21-year-old driver, face charges after a late-night incident that backed up traffic and prompted a police pursuit.

Jacksonville Inmate Dies After Weeks in Hospital Custody

No foul play suspected as Cold Case Unit investigates death of 51-year-old Antonio Rafeal Hernandez

Police Encourage Reporting Exes with Warrants on Valentine's Day

Departments across the US offer unique suggestions for a Valentine's Day gift.

Florida Man Arrested, Claims to Be 'George Costanza'

Suspect with active warrant refused to identify himself, citing the beloved "Seinfeld" character.

Jacksonville Officer Rescues Woman from Burning Car After Fiery Crash

Body camera footage shows officer pulling unconscious driver to safety as car erupts in flames.

Melbourne Police Capture Escaped Prisoner After Manhunt

Authorities apprehended the suspect who allegedly attacked officers and fled custody.

Armed Cyclist in Cape Coral Sparks Safety Debate

Reactions range from confusion to support for the cyclist's attention-grabbing tactics.

Police Seek Leads in Fatal Hit-and-Run of Woman on Scooter

Crime Stoppers urges community to provide any information that could help identify the driver who fled the scene

Driver Charged with DUI After Crashing Into Immigration Office

Orlando Deus faces multiple charges after incident in Northwest Miami-Dade

Lee County Woman to Receive $626,770 Payout in 2012 Wellness Check Shooting

Florida legislature approves additional compensation for Patricia Ermini, who was shot by deputies during a wellness check at her home.

Police Pursuit Ends in Violent Crash, Injuring Multiple in Miami

Victim's daughter speaks out after her mother's car was flipped during the chase

Gainesville Honors Officer Scott Baird 25 Years After His Death

Community gathers to remember the young officer killed in the line of duty in 2001.

78-Year-Old Missing Man Reunited with K9 Rescuer

Lee County man with Parkinson's and dementia found safe after 24-hour search

Melbourne Police Capture Escaped Prisoner in Palm Bay

Authorities apprehend 24-year-old Eric Jerry after he fled custody during a hospital transport.

Auburndale Evacuates Blocks After Suspicious Device Found

Police secure area and remove contained item as investigation continues

Man Threatened to Shoot Officers, Pembroke Pines Police Say

Jean Boursiquot called the department and said 'this is why people commit murder' before threatening to shoot police.

54-Time Convicted Felon Arrested for Firearm Possession in Riverview, Florida

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office apprehends Kenneth Smith after finding gun in his home during barricaded subject call.

Police Search for Escapee Who Assaulted 2 Officers in Melbourne

The suspect fled into nearby woods after escaping custody at a hospital

Broward Sheriff's Office Searching for Missing Dania Beach Woman

29-year-old Lisandra Loyola last seen on February 11th near East Dania Beach Boulevard