A case involving a well known professional surfer provides a good look into just how plea agreements and potential pretrial alternatives can work for the benefit of everyone involved. However, the case also shows just how easy it is for confusion to exist between parties in a criminal case. [Read more…]
Jacksonville Diesel Theft Ring Busted
Five people were arrested this week following an investigation by the Fl. Department of Environmental Protection, the U.S. Secret Service, and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement—an investigation that spanned two years. All five are charged with organized fraud and the illegal acquisition of diesel fuel, or theft. [Read more…]
Gun Thief Repels Into Florida Pawn Shop
A Lauderdale Lakes Pawn Shop recently reported a burglary. Lucky for police, surveillance cameras captured the whole thing, from the suspect repelling down from the ceiling to loading up the stolen firearms. [Read more…]
Florida Hospital Thefts In Disguise
A thief is hitting hospitals and doctor’s offices in Florida, able to slip in and out largely due to her crafty disguise: scrubs. [Read more…]