A Florida woman is accused of taking advantage of her position as a school counselor to benefit her children. She was formally charged when a federal grand jury in another state recently indicted her. The grand jury determined that there is an adequate basis for...
Month: September 2018
The changing face of crime in Fort Myers
In Fort Myers, Florida, violent crime has always been an issue, just like many other cities throughout the country. A multitude of factors contributes to this situation, which requires a host of different strategies to solve the problem.One often-overlooked factor in...
Hotel guests found in possession of 95 pounds of marijuana
Two international tourists who say they came to Florida for a three-day visit were taken into custody on a recent Saturday. According to court documents, the arrest took place at the hotel where they were staying. Authorities say the men were found with a significant...
What bad faith tactics might your insurance use against you?
If you get into a car accident, you exchange information with the other driver, contact law enforcement and call your insurance company. After the investigation, your insurer issues you a check for the damage. It really should be that simple, shouldn’t it?...
Drug charges filed against alleged drive-thru operators
Police in Ocala became suspicious when four people suffered drug overdoses in a particular area. An investigation ensued that ultimately led to the arrest of a Florida couple who is now facing several drug charges. Reportedly, an undercover police officer made a...
Is a drug rehabilitation program more effective than prison?
Millions of Americans are affected by drug abuse, and some of those addicted turn to illegal activities to obtain the drugs they need. Imprisonment is often the penalty someone faces for involvement with illicit drugs—but there may be another option, especially for a...
Alleged DUI driver hides under bridge after jumping into ocean
A 31-year-old Florida man was picked up by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission boat from where he was allegedly hiding from deputies after he jumped into the ocean. A spokesperson for the sheriff's department says this incident took place after a...