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Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for some Northeast Florida counties including Duval, Nassau until 3:15 p.m.

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Inmate dies in custody at Jacksonville hospital after transfer from Clay County: JSO

Read full article: Inmate dies in custody at Jacksonville hospital after transfer from Clay County: JSO

A 59-year-old man who was in the custody of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office on charges of violating his probation on an aggravated assault charge died Tuesday in the hospital, JSO said.

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Violent arrest at Jacksonville City Hall sparks protest outside JSO headquarters

Read full article: Violent arrest at Jacksonville City Hall sparks protest outside JSO headquarters

After Mayor Donna Deegan said that changes will be implemented to enhance security at City Hall following the arrests of three people during Tuesday’s City Council meeting, a knife expert explained how a knife could have gone undetected at security checkpoints.

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Prosecutors seeking death penalty against man accused of killing off-duty corrections officer at truck stop

Read full article: Prosecutors seeking death penalty against man accused of killing off-duty corrections officer at truck stop

Nearly seven months after an off-duty corrections officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office was shot and killed, the man suspected of pulling the trigger has been extradited to Florida following a lengthy stay in North Carolina, where he was arrested.

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Man found fatally shot after crash on Herlong Road: JSO

Read full article: Man found fatally shot after crash on Herlong Road: JSO

A man was found fatally shot Thursday night after officers responded to reports of a crash on Herlong Road, about a half-mile east of Normandy Boulevard, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

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Shooting on Jacksonville’s Westside leaves man dead: JSO

Read full article: Shooting on Jacksonville’s Westside leaves man dead: JSO

A man died Thursday morning following a shooting on Jacksonville’s Westside, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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A JSO officer was fired after an accidental shooting. She says proper training on gun removal could’ve prevented it

Read full article: A JSO officer was fired after an accidental shooting. She says proper training on gun removal could’ve prevented it

News4JAX obtained the internal affairs interview of an officer who was fired for accidentally shooting a man in the leg during a traffic stop.

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Woman, 68, arrested for stabbing man to death at senior living facility on Jacksonville’s Northside: police

Read full article: Woman, 68, arrested for stabbing man to death at senior living facility on Jacksonville’s Northside: police

A 68-year-old woman has been arrested for her role in a fatal stabbing at a senior living facility on Jacksonville’s Northside, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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Brother of man shot and killed by JSO says he was suffering from mental illness, ‘no one could rationalize with him’

Read full article: Brother of man shot and killed by JSO says he was suffering from mental illness, ‘no one could rationalize with him’

A man who was involved in an hours-long standoff with SWAT that started Tuesday night was fatally shot by officers when he tried to get to a neighboring home on Lenox Avenue while carrying a gun, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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2 guns, 3 bags of ammunition, 14 magazines found in car belonging to Duval County substitute: arrest report

Read full article: 2 guns, 3 bags of ammunition, 14 magazines found in car belonging to Duval County substitute: arrest report

A substitute teacher was arrested Tuesday after police found two guns, three bags of ammo, and 14 magazines in his car on the campus of Southside Estate Elementary School, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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Armed man shot, killed by SWAT while trying to get to neighbor’s home after hours-long standoff on city’s Westside: JSO

Read full article: Armed man shot, killed by SWAT while trying to get to neighbor’s home after hours-long standoff on city’s Westside: JSO

A man who was involved in an hours-long standoff with SWAT that started Tuesday night was fatally shot by officers when he tried to get to a neighboring home on Lenox Avenue while carrying a gun, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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Jacksonville man dies following stabbing at Northside senior living apartment complex

Read full article: Jacksonville man dies following stabbing at Northside senior living apartment complex

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a man was fatally stabbed in a senior living facility on Tuesday morning.

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Jacksonville man shot and killed after argument outside Wacko’s gentlemen’s club

Read full article: Jacksonville man shot and killed after argument outside Wacko’s gentlemen’s club

A man was shot and killed after an argument outside of Wacko’s on Emerson Street on Tuesday morning, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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Person dies after pickup truck crashes through fence, into retention pond near Cedar Hills neighborhood, police say

Read full article: Person dies after pickup truck crashes through fence, into retention pond near Cedar Hills neighborhood, police say

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a person died Sunday afternoon after their truck crashed through a fence and into a retention pond near the Cedar Hills neighborhood.

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Man dies following shooting on Jacksonville’s Southside; suspect arrested: JSO

Read full article: Man dies following shooting on Jacksonville’s Southside; suspect arrested: JSO

A 45-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly shooting and killing a man on Saturday night on Jacksonville’s Southside, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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13-year-old battling cancer, honored by over 900 agencies, joins JSO family

Read full article: 13-year-old battling cancer, honored by over 900 agencies, joins JSO family

He’s been named an honorary officer for hundreds of law enforcement agencies across the country, and he just added Jacksonville to that list.

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Suspect accused of killing off-duty corrections officer at truck stop extradited to Florida, JSO says

Read full article: Suspect accused of killing off-duty corrections officer at truck stop extradited to Florida, JSO says

Nearly seven months after an off-duty corrections officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office was shot and killed, the man suspected of pulling the trigger has been extradited to Florida following a lengthy stay in North Carolina, where he was arrested.

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JSO needs help identifying a non-verbal teen seen walking near McDuff Avenue and Park Street

Read full article: JSO needs help identifying a non-verbal teen seen walking near McDuff Avenue and Park Street

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it needs help identifying a non-verbal teen seen walking near McDuff Avenue and Park Street on Tuesday.

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VIDEO: Surveillance camera captures dramatic moments before officer shoots man who police say attacked girlfriend

Read full article: VIDEO: Surveillance camera captures dramatic moments before officer shoots man who police say attacked girlfriend

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is giving a briefing on an officer-involved shooting that took place near 8900 Normandy Boulevard.

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Crime and safety analyst explains how law enforcement handles people who may be experiencing mental health crisis

Read full article: Crime and safety analyst explains how law enforcement handles people who may be experiencing mental health crisis

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said one of its officers shot and killed a man Sunday morning after he attacked his girlfriend and a police officer’s vehicle before charging at a police officer.

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Police find body of man who drowned in Fort George Inlet

Read full article: Police find body of man who drowned in Fort George Inlet

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a man died Saturday evening after drowning in the Fort George Inlet.

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Man shot, killed after attacking girlfriend, JSO officer’s vehicle, police say

Read full article: Man shot, killed after attacking girlfriend, JSO officer’s vehicle, police say

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is giving a briefing on an officer-involved shooting that took place near 8900 Normandy Boulevard.

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Florida officials say now is the time to prepare for hurricane season at last day of JaxReady Fest

Read full article: Florida officials say now is the time to prepare for hurricane season at last day of JaxReady Fest

As hurricane season approaches, first responder agencies across Duval County are ensuring families are prepared. The Jax Ready Festival begins Friday, offering a free event designed to help the community get ready for potential emergencies.

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Duval County prepares for hurricane season with Jax Ready Festival

Read full article: Duval County prepares for hurricane season with Jax Ready Festival

As hurricane season approaches, first responder agencies across Duval County are ensuring families are prepared. The Jax Ready Festival begins Friday, offering a free event designed to help the community get ready for potential emergencies.

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Recent officer-involved shooting brings attention to JSO protocol for handling those dealing with mental health crises

Read full article: Recent officer-involved shooting brings attention to JSO protocol for handling those dealing with mental health crises

On Sunday night, a man dealing with a mental health crisis shot at police, which is shining a light on the steps taken by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office to address mental health concerns in the community.

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JSO allows officers to carry personal Staccato handguns instead of department-issued Glocks

Read full article: JSO allows officers to carry personal Staccato handguns instead of department-issued Glocks

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office confirmed that it has authorized the use of another handgun for its officers other than the current standard-issued Glock. JSO said officers can purchase and carry Staccato handguns as their primary weapon, We spoke to our crime and safety analyst about the pros and the potential cons.

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JSO honors 66 fallen officers at annual memorial vigil

Read full article: JSO honors 66 fallen officers at annual memorial vigil

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is hosting the annual Police Memorial Day Observance on Tuesday evening.

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Teenage motorcyclist killed in crash on Gate Parkway

Read full article: Teenage motorcyclist killed in crash on Gate Parkway

A teenage motorcyclist was killed in a crash Saturday night at the intersection of Gate Parkway and Burnt Mill Road, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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‘In the near future’: Suspect in murder of off-duty corrections officer closer to being extradited back to Jacksonville

Read full article: ‘In the near future’: Suspect in murder of off-duty corrections officer closer to being extradited back to Jacksonville

Saturday, April 12, will mark 6 months since off-duty Jacksonville Sheriff’s corrections officer, Brad McNew, was shot and killed while intervening during a domestic dispute at a northside gas station.

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Jail phone calls from man expected to testify against Jacksonville rapper ‘Ksoo’ in murder trial released to defense

Read full article: Jail phone calls from man expected to testify against Jacksonville rapper ‘Ksoo’ in murder trial released to defense

The trial of Jacksonville rapper Hakeem Robinson, facing murder charges related to the 2020 shooting death of Charles “Lil Buck” McCormick Jr. and the 2019 shooting death of Adrian “Lil Bibby” Gainer Jr., is scheduled to begin in July.

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8 JSO corrections officers, 1 sergeant removed from duties at jail after ‘incident’ left inmate critically injured

Read full article: 8 JSO corrections officers, 1 sergeant removed from duties at jail after ‘incident’ left inmate critically injured

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced on Tuesday the removal of nine officers at the Duval County jail after an unspecified incident left an inmate in critical condition.

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JSO arrests man in connection to 2023 double murder

Read full article: JSO arrests man in connection to 2023 double murder

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office arrested a man in connection to a double murder in November 2023.

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JSO seeking information in 2023 triple murder at Southside apartment complex

Read full article: JSO seeking information in 2023 triple murder at Southside apartment complex

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is seeking information in a 2023 triple murder at a Southside apartment complex that left a 3-year-old dead.

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2 men accused in Prince Holland’s murder will face separate juries; separate trials still undecided

Read full article: 2 men accused in Prince Holland’s murder will face separate juries; separate trials still undecided

The two men charged in the tragic shooting death of 13-year-old Prince Holland will be back in court on Thursday to see if they will be tried separately.

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Man found dead inside vehicle at Southside Commons, police say

Read full article: Man found dead inside vehicle at Southside Commons, police say

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a man was found dead inside a vehicle Wednesday afternoon at the Southside Commons shopping center.

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JSO officer arrested, accused of stealing woman’s handbag, discarding it behind apartment complex

Read full article: JSO officer arrested, accused of stealing woman’s handbag, discarding it behind apartment complex

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office arrested a police officer for stealing a woman’s handbag and discarding it behind a Mandarin apartment complex.

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JSO officer arrested, accused of stealing handbag of woman he arrested

Read full article: JSO officer arrested, accused of stealing handbag of woman he arrested

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office arrested a police officer for stealing a woman’s handbag and discarding it behind a Mandarin apartment complex.

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Man charged in deadly stabbing of 30-year-old woman in home off Arlington Expressway

Read full article: Man charged in deadly stabbing of 30-year-old woman in home off Arlington Expressway

The same day a woman was fatally stabbed in the early morning hours in a home on Arlington Expressway near Townsend Boulevard, police arrested the man they believe was responsible.

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JSO called to intervene in domestic incident 2 days before similar call ends in deadly officer-involved shooting

Read full article: JSO called to intervene in domestic incident 2 days before similar call ends in deadly officer-involved shooting

Two days before a domestic incident Sunday that ended in a deadly officer-involved shooting on Jacksonville’s Southside, police had been called to intervene in a similar incident involving the same couple.

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Officers shoot, kill man who held pregnant girlfriend ‘against her will,’ pointed gun at police, JSO says

Read full article: Officers shoot, kill man who held pregnant girlfriend ‘against her will,’ pointed gun at police, JSO says

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said one person died Saturday night following an officer-involved shooting in the San Jose neighborhood. According to the agency, Alquan Suydam, 28, was waving a gun while “holding his girlfriend against her will” when the police were called around 9 p.m.

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Woman fatally stabbed, man suffers multiple stab wounds to leg at Jacksonville apartment complex

Read full article: Woman fatally stabbed, man suffers multiple stab wounds to leg at Jacksonville apartment complex

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a woman was fatally stabbed, and a man had multiple stab wounds to his leg at an apartment complex on Sunday.

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Sheriff T.K. Waters says Jacksonville residents want to see illegal immigration bill ‘get done’

Read full article: Sheriff T.K. Waters says Jacksonville residents want to see illegal immigration bill ‘get done’

Mayor Donna Deegan has yet to sign a bill aimed at cracking down on illegal immigration in Jacksonville. The City Council approved the measure earlier this week. Deegan stated she is not rushing to make a decision on the bill. While she does not oppose certain aspects, she wants to ensure there are no negative repercussions.

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Decision Deadline: Mayor Deegan has until April 8 to make decision on Jacksonville immigration bill

Read full article: Decision Deadline: Mayor Deegan has until April 8 to make decision on Jacksonville immigration bill

Mayor Donna Deegan has yet to sign a bill aimed at cracking down on illegal immigration in Jacksonville. The City Council approved the measure earlier this week. Deegan stated she is not rushing to make a decision on the bill. While she does not oppose certain aspects, she wants to ensure there are no negative repercussions.

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JSO: One of three missing boaters from capsized boat in St. Johns River found

Read full article: JSO: One of three missing boaters from capsized boat in St. Johns River found

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said one of the missing boaters from the boat that capsized in the St. Johns River has been located.

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Jacksonville police searching for missing 75-year-old woman diagnosed with Alzheimer’s

Read full article: Jacksonville police searching for missing 75-year-old woman diagnosed with Alzheimer’s

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it is searching for a 75-year-old woman diagnosed with Alzheimer’s who was reported missing on Wednesday evening.

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1 dead, another injured in gas station shooting on Atlantic Blvd. and St. Johns Bluff

Read full article: 1 dead, another injured in gas station shooting on Atlantic Blvd. and St. Johns Bluff

One person died and another was taken to the hospital on Wednesday after a shooting broke out at a gas station at Atlantic Boulevard and St. Johns Bluff.

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Prince Holland’s mother frustrated after no decision made if accused men will face separate trials

Read full article: Prince Holland’s mother frustrated after no decision made if accused men will face separate trials

The mother of 13-year-old murder victim Prince Holland said she is frustrated after a motion was filed to have separate trials for the accused men.

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1 killed in 3 unrelated shootings overnight in Jacksonville, police say

Read full article: 1 killed in 3 unrelated shootings overnight in Jacksonville, police say

One man is dead and another is injured after two unrelated shootings overnight, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. A third shooting involved officers and left a woman in critical condition. No officers were hurt.

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Officers shoot woman who fired shots at them after her husband called 911 for help: JSO

Read full article: Officers shoot woman who fired shots at them after her husband called 911 for help: JSO

Officers shot a 53-year-old woman overnight who fired a gun at them after they were called to a home near the Oceanway area by the woman’s husband, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

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Crash leads to arrest of part-time JSO employee found slurring words, smelling like alcohol, police say

Read full article: Crash leads to arrest of part-time JSO employee found slurring words, smelling like alcohol, police say

A part-time Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office employee was charged with multiple counts of DUI after he was found reeking of alcohol following a crash.

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Pedestrian killed in crash involving Amtrak train on Jacksonville’s Westside: JFRD

Read full article: Pedestrian killed in crash involving Amtrak train on Jacksonville’s Westside: JFRD

Jacksonville Fire Rescue said a pedestrian died Wednesday evening after being hit by an Amtrak train on Jacksonville’s Westside.

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Woman accused of setting man on fire on Jacksonville’s Northside faces murder, arson charges

Read full article: Woman accused of setting man on fire on Jacksonville’s Northside faces murder, arson charges

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it has arrested a 60-year-old woman for murder and arson after she set a 67-year-old man on fire in Jacksonville’s Northside about four months ago.

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Jacksonville officials attempt to address downtown shooting at Sulzbacher Center in January

Read full article: Jacksonville officials attempt to address downtown shooting at Sulzbacher Center in January

A shooting outside the Sulzbacher Center in downtown Jacksonville this past January is prompting a big change at the East Adams Street facility. The shooting left a man with critical injuries, and as a result, the Jacksonville city council will now consider a bill that would set aside $100,000 to pay Jacksonville Sheriff’s officers to provide security.

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One dead, another critically injured following crash in Mandarin area, police say

Read full article: One dead, another critically injured following crash in Mandarin area, police say

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a motorcyclist died Sunday evening after they struck the side of an SUV that pulled into their path.

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Man killed in crash after car veers off road into retention pond in Jacksonville

Read full article: Man killed in crash after car veers off road into retention pond in Jacksonville

A man was killed in a crash Friday morning after his car ran off the road into a retention pond at the intersection of San Pablo Road and Sam Yepez Road, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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Man pleads not guilty in deadly pileup, attempted carjacking in bizarre, wrong-way I-295 crash

Read full article: Man pleads not guilty in deadly pileup, attempted carjacking in bizarre, wrong-way I-295 crash

A man accused of causing a multi-vehicle pileup on Interstate 295 earlier this month that killed a 66-year-old man is expected to plead not guilty Thursday morning at his arraignment.

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Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office expands into Florida Blue building with City Council approval

Read full article: Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office expands into Florida Blue building with City Council approval

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is set to expand its operations into the Florida Blue building on the Downtown Northbank, following unanimous approval from the City Council. The new office space will allow JSO to consolidate its staff and enhance operational efficiency.

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Two injured, one critically, in College Park shooting: JSO

Read full article: Two injured, one critically, in College Park shooting: JSO

One man is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a shooting took place in the College Park area, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

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Man shot, injured in Lake Forest area after getting into fight while riding his bike, police say

Read full article: Man shot, injured in Lake Forest area after getting into fight while riding his bike, police say

A man was shot in the leg while riding his bike on Saturday evening after getting into an argument with another person in the Lake Forest area, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said

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JSO Sheriff Waters, officers canvas Southside neighborhoods to hear community concerns

Read full article: JSO Sheriff Waters, officers canvas Southside neighborhoods to hear community concerns

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters and dozens of police officers canvassed Southside neighborhoods on Saturday morning.

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Florida Justice: Betraying The Badge, Episode 6

Read full article: Florida Justice: Betraying The Badge, Episode 6

Florida Justice is News4JAX’s true crime documentary series hosted by Morning Show anchor and I-Team reporter Jennifer Waugh.

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Jacksonville councilman files legislation to ensure JSO has tools to enforce illegal immigration laws

Read full article: Jacksonville councilman files legislation to ensure JSO has tools to enforce illegal immigration laws

Jacksonville City Council Vice President Kevin Carrico filed legislation to ensure the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office has the resources needed to enforce illegal immigration laws.

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Murder trial delayed until summer for Jacksonville rapper Hakeem Robinson

Read full article: Murder trial delayed until summer for Jacksonville rapper Hakeem Robinson

The trial of Jacksonville rapper Hakeem Robinson, facing murder charges related to the 2020 shooting death of Charles “Lil Buck” McCormick Jr. and the 2019 shooting death of Adrian “Lil Bibby” Gainer Jr., may be delayed. Robinson is expected in court tWednesday to determine if the trial will be pushed back to the summer.

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Family of father accused in death of 8-month-old son says incident wasn’t intentional

Read full article: Family of father accused in death of 8-month-old son says incident wasn’t intentional

Justin Golden, the man accused of running over and killing 8-month-old Pablo Golden's arraignment was delayed due to new discovery of evidence.

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Man accused of committing several burglaries at local dollar stores arrested, police say

Read full article: Man accused of committing several burglaries at local dollar stores arrested, police say

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it has arrested a 36-year-old man believed to be responsible for a string of burglaries targeting local dollar stores.

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JSO searching for missing and endangered 11-year-old last seen in San Marco, Southbank area

Read full article: JSO searching for missing and endangered 11-year-old last seen in San Marco, Southbank area

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) is actively searching for 11-year-old Valeny Reyes, who was reported missing in the late evening hours of Saturday, February 15, 2024.

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Florida Justice: Betraying The Badge, Episode 5

Read full article: Florida Justice: Betraying The Badge, Episode 5

Florida Justice is News4JAX’s true crime documentary series hosted by Morning Show anchor and I-Team reporter Jennifer Waugh.

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Man shot by Jacksonville police officer after failing to comply with orders, accelerating vehicle toward him: JSO

Read full article: Man shot by Jacksonville police officer after failing to comply with orders, accelerating vehicle toward him: JSO

A man was shot by an officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday after failing to comply with orders and accelerating his vehicle toward the man attempting to speak with him.

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Man accused of causing deadly pileup, attempted carjacking in wrong-way I-295 crash arrested, police say

Read full article: Man accused of causing deadly pileup, attempted carjacking in wrong-way I-295 crash arrested, police say

A motorcyclist was killed Tuesday afternoon in a bizarre wrong-way, hit-and-run crash on I-295 that ended with the wrong-way driver escaping on the back of a semi, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

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Son arrested after killing mother after argument in Jacksonville apartment: JSO

Read full article: Son arrested after killing mother after argument in Jacksonville apartment: JSO

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office arrested a 20-year-old man after killing his mother after an argument in a Jacksonville apartment.

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Florida Justice: Betraying The Badge, Episode 4

Read full article: Florida Justice: Betraying The Badge, Episode 4

Florida Justice is News4JAX’s true crime documentary series hosted by Morning Show anchor and I-Team reporter Jennifer Waugh.

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Man believed to be responsible for at least 8 church break-ins in Northwest Jacksonville arrested

Read full article: Man believed to be responsible for at least 8 church break-ins in Northwest Jacksonville arrested

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it recently arrested the man believed to be responsible for a string of break-ins at churches in Northwest Jacksonville.

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Jacksonville man suing sheriff, 3 JSO officers for alleged K9 bite during 2023 traffic stop

Read full article: Jacksonville man suing sheriff, 3 JSO officers for alleged K9 bite during 2023 traffic stop

Joseph Bratcher accuses officers of using excessive force by misusing a K9 during a traffic stop on May 17, 2023, on Canal Street on the city’s northwest side.

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‘My forever shining star’: Community continues to remember and honor 7-year-old boy killed in shooting

Read full article: ‘My forever shining star’: Community continues to remember and honor 7-year-old boy killed in shooting

Nearly a week after a 7-year-old boy was shot and killed while walking down the street, his family is inviting the community to celebrate his much too short life on Thursday with a candlelight vigil.

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Child with disability found ‘unresponsive’ in pond after being reported missing: JSO

Read full article: Child with disability found ‘unresponsive’ in pond after being reported missing: JSO

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it is investigating the death of a disabled child who was found “unresponsive” in a pond shortly after being reported missing.

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‘His memory is in our hearts’: Community comes together to honor 7-year-old boy killed in shooting

Read full article: ‘His memory is in our hearts’: Community comes together to honor 7-year-old boy killed in shooting

Nearly a week after a 7-year-old boy was shot and killed while walking down the street, his family is inviting the community to celebrate his much too short life on Thursday with a candlelight vigil.

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Family identifies 8-month-old hit by car, killed. How you can help as they grieve tragedy

Read full article: Family identifies 8-month-old hit by car, killed. How you can help as they grieve tragedy

The maternal grandmother of an 8-month-old boy who was hit by a car and killed on Saturday is asking the community for prayers and support.

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Community rallies to support family after tragic loss of 7-year-old Breon Allen

Read full article: Community rallies to support family after tragic loss of 7-year-old Breon Allen

The community is showing an outpouring of support to a family who lost their son Friday night. Seven-year-old Breon Allen was tragically killed in a shooting while simply going about his daily routine to the store with his cousin, 21-year-old Lafayette Mango Jr.

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Woman files lawsuit claiming JSO confrontation left her with nerve damage, damaged teeth

Read full article: Woman files lawsuit claiming JSO confrontation left her with nerve damage, damaged teeth

A woman has filed a lawsuit against the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO), claiming officers used excessive force during an encounter in her home that left her with lasting injuries.

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Man, 20, arrested for fatally striking 8-month-old with car near Riverside: JSO

Read full article: Man, 20, arrested for fatally striking 8-month-old with car near Riverside: JSO

A man was arrested for fatally striking an 8-month-old on Saturday afternoon with his car after placing the baby in the street, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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Man dies after being shot multiple times at apartment complex; Westside High on lockout ‘out of abundance of caution’

Read full article: Man dies after being shot multiple times at apartment complex; Westside High on lockout ‘out of abundance of caution’

A man was killed in a shooting Thursday morning at an apartment complex right across from Westside High School, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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Man wanted on armed robbery charge arrested after Southside pawn shop clerk notices him, calls JSO

Read full article: Man wanted on armed robbery charge arrested after Southside pawn shop clerk notices him, calls JSO

A 27-year-old man wanted on an armed robbery charge was arrested Wednesday after a clerk recognized him at a Southside Estates business and immediately called the police.

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‘Incompetence’: JSO releases video, says officer who accidentally shot man during traffic stop will be fired

Read full article: ‘Incompetence’: JSO releases video, says officer who accidentally shot man during traffic stop will be fired

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office released videos Tuesday showing the dramatic moments when a Jacksonville man was shot in the leg during a December traffic stop.

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JSO’s Operation Jacob’s Ladder exposed the Gulf Cartel’s presence in Northeast Florida

Read full article: JSO’s Operation Jacob’s Ladder exposed the Gulf Cartel’s presence in Northeast Florida

A JSO counter-narcotics trafficking operation dubbed ‘Jacob’s Ladder’ has exposed the presence of one of the oldest global criminal organizations in the world.

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911 line restored, non-emergency lines still down, JSO says

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The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said its 911 and non-emergency phone lines are currently down in its Communications Center.

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Man shot in the stomach while standing in Jacksonville’s Urban Core, JSO says

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A man was shot in the stomach while standing in Jacksonville’s Urban Core, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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‘There’s a systemic problem’: Family of former Duval County inmate, attorney speak out after ‘paper dope’ accusations

Read full article: ‘There’s a systemic problem’: Family of former Duval County inmate, attorney speak out after ‘paper dope’ accusations

Family of woman who died of an overdose in Duval County jail (and is actively suing JSO) has questions after an attorney was arrested for passing drugs to inmates.

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Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office looking to expand traffic enforcement unit in 2025

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The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is increasing its traffic enforcement personnel in 2025 with plans to add more officers focused on keeping roads safe.

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Police searching for missing man with dementia last seen in Riverside area

Read full article: Police searching for missing man with dementia last seen in Riverside area

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it is searching for a missing 67-year-old man who has been diagnosed with dementia.

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City Hall building hit by nearby gunfire after fight breaks out at James Weldon Park

Read full article: City Hall building hit by nearby gunfire after fight breaks out at James Weldon Park

A fight on New Year’s Eve near downtown Jacksonville caused some damage to the City Hall building after a fight broke out at James Weldon Park, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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DA misconduct, towing fraud allegations, and unfinished homes: The biggest stories the I-TEAM uncovered in 2024

Read full article: DA misconduct, towing fraud allegations, and unfinished homes: The biggest stories the I-TEAM uncovered in 2024

Whether you came knocking at our door or we came knocking at someone else’s, the News4JAX I-Team was on top of uncovering answers in Northeast Florida in 2024.

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Man dies after officials find him unresponsive in Hyde Park parking lot, JSO says

Read full article: Man dies after officials find him unresponsive in Hyde Park parking lot, JSO says

A man died on Saturday afternoon after he was found unresponsive in the parking lot of an apartment complex in the Hyde Park neighborhood, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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Jacksonville man suing JSO after being shot in the leg when an officer tried to take his gun during a traffic stop

Read full article: Jacksonville man suing JSO after being shot in the leg when an officer tried to take his gun during a traffic stop

Jason Arrington, who was 39 at the time of the accidental shooting, held a news conference at 11 a.m. Friday alongside Attorney Kay Harper Williams, a partner at The Witherspoon Law Group, to provide an update and recall what transpired ahead of the shooting.

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‘I forgive that man’: Slain corrections officer’s wife, son prepare for first Christmas since murder

Read full article: ‘I forgive that man’: Slain corrections officer’s wife, son prepare for first Christmas since murder

As countless people worldwide gear up to celebrate Christmas Day, the wife and son of slain Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Corrections Officer, Brad McNew, prepare to celebrate their first without him.

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Child-sensitive arrest bill in New York highlights trauma kids can suffer when they see parents arrested

Read full article: Child-sensitive arrest bill in New York highlights trauma kids can suffer when they see parents arrested

A newly instated New York law highlights a situation that most law enforcement offices have to deal with across the country.

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Police continue to look for 3 men accused in shooting at Wendy’s that left man with life-threatening injuries

Read full article: Police continue to look for 3 men accused in shooting at Wendy’s that left man with life-threatening injuries

One person is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries following a shooting at a Wendy’s in Jacksonville, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

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‘She’s incredibly strong': Woman who ended up in ICU after fending off intruder was saved by willpower, niece says

Read full article: ‘She’s incredibly strong': Woman who ended up in ICU after fending off intruder was saved by willpower, niece says

Karen Brown's niece Cheryl Preusler shared how her aunt is doing days after she was attacked in her home.

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JSO searching for missing 51-year-old man last seen in Spring Park area

Read full article: JSO searching for missing 51-year-old man last seen in Spring Park area

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing 51-year-old man last seen in the Spring Park area.

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Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office searching for missing 11-year-old boy

Read full article: Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office searching for missing 11-year-old boy

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it is searching for 11-year-old Jaylen Lamar Wright on the city’s Southside.

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Gun unexpectedly fires while JSO officer tries to remove it from man’s waist during traffic stop, police say

Read full article: Gun unexpectedly fires while JSO officer tries to remove it from man’s waist during traffic stop, police say

A man was shot in the leg during a traffic stop Friday night after his gun unexpectedly fired while a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Officer was trying to remove it.

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Woman shot during ‘social gathering,’ suspect flees scene

Read full article: Woman shot during ‘social gathering,’ suspect flees scene

A woman is recovering after being shot during a ‘social gathering’ on West 30th Street.

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