Ocala, Florida — The Ocala Christmas Parade is December 14th, 2013 and begins at 5:30 p.m.!
The parade theme is “A Frosty White Christmas.”
The Friends of the Christmas Parade are striving to make being a part of the parade easier than ever by selling Bleacher Seat tickets online! Tickets are only $8 (Plus a $1 service charge if purchased online) and are the best seats in the house for watching Florida’s Largest Night-Time Parade! Just fill in your information and your tickets will be emailed to you for your convenience. All you have to do is print them out and present them on the day of the parade.
Palm Beach, Florida — At approximately 9:28 a.m. at 312 Northlake Blvd, North Palm Beach a black male armed suspect, entered TD Bank and demanded money. According to reports, there is question as to whether the suspect fled or if he is still inside the bank.
North Palm Beach Police Officers responded to the bank robbery and requested the assistance of the Palm Beach county Sheriff’s Office Swat Team. PBSO SWAT members are arriving on scene at this time.
Belleview, Florida — The Belleview Christmas Parade is Sunday, December 15, 2013 at 2:00 p.m., This years theme is “White Christmas”.
Come on out and enjoy the day along 441 in Belleview, beginning at the intersection of 441 and 110th St. and ending at Robinson Rd. and 441.
The Parade will feature the anticipated entries such as police cars, ambulances, high school bands as well as our special guest Santa Claus, who will appear at the very end of the parade.
Sanford, Florida — The Sanford Police have arrested three juveniles in connection with an armed carjacking that occurred on Bradshaw Drive shortly before 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 30, 2013.
Rickey A. Davis, 15 , Jaquan T. Ellis,17, and Jerson M. Taylor, 12, were all three arrested and charge with multiple felonies.
The victim was sitting in his vehicle smoking a cigarette when three juveniles approached the victim’s vehicle. One of the juveniles pointed a gun at the victim while the other two juveniles rummaged through two other vehicles parked at the same location. The juveniles then ordered the victim out of his vehicle. The juveniles took possession of the vehicle and then drove away.
According to reports, the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office and the Lake County Police Department searched for the suspects until the vehicle was located at approximately 3:00 a.m.
The juveniles were still in possession of the vehicle and led authorities on a small chase prior to being apprehended.
The gun used to commit the carjacking was recovered from the vehicle.
All three juveniles were arrested and charged with Robbery, Carjacking, Armed Burglary of a Conveyance, and Grand Theft.
In accordance with Florida law, the names and photos of juveniles can be released once a juvenile has been charged with a felony.
Ocala, Florida — New trouble for Churchill Pediatric Dentistry, formerly Polliwog Dental, owner Rebecca Tarver and former Polliwog Dental owner Michael Tarver.
In late October, two former employees that were fired by the pediatric dentists in retaliation for cooperating with DOH, filed a lawsuit against Polliwog Dental, LLC. The complaint is for violating the Whistleblower Act as well as unpaid wages owed to the two employees.
Andrea Frederick and Tiffany Sullivan are the two plaintiffs in the lawsuit.
The lawsuit states that Michael Tarver was recorded via a cell phone while he remotely logged into the medical database and illegally altered medical records that were requested by DOH during their investigation. Frederick also used her cell phone to record Michael Tarver’s computer activity.
Medical and billing information on patients were also printed in fear that Tarver would alter the billing information to conceal evidence from DOH investigators. Michael Tarver did, in fact, alter the records after they were copied, those records were used as evidence.
During the investigation, Tarver ordered Sullivan to “stall” investigators, specifically Investigator Mike Knezvich. The lawsuit comes after Tarver’s attorney, Edwin A. Bayo´,of whom used to provide advice and representation to regulatory boards under the umbrella of the Department of Health and assisted Tarver in having his dental license reinstated, blasted Knezvich; alleging the accusations that Tarver altered records was absurd and that the charges were fraudulent.
In the lawsuit, Sullivan states that she was ordered by Tarver to refuse DOH investigator Knezvich any documents that were subpoenaed.
According to the complaint, the two women stated that both Rebecca Tarver and Michael Tarver questioned employees about the DOH investigation on multiple occasions. Consequently firing two of the employees now known as Sullivan and Frederick, after the Tarver’s learned they cooperated with DOH; therefore the Tarver’s violated the Whistleblower Act.
The complaint also states that both employees refused to participate in the altering of any medical records which also contributed to their termination.
Frederick and Sullivan were told by Knezvich that the two did not have to answer any questions asked of them by the Tarver’s in regards to the investigation.
The Tarver’s have claimed innocence since the Polliwog fiasco started, and Despite video evidence against Michael Tarver, he was able to have his license reinstated with the help of his attorney, who as previously stated, has done consulting for regulatory boards.
Michael Tarver is not the registered owner of Churchill Dentistry. A quick search of “Churchill Dentistry” revealed it is registered to a Wendy Churchill. However, Ocala Post realized that “Churchill Dentistry” has been registered since 2001. Further investigation revealed that the actual registered name of the former Polliwog Pediatric Dentistry is CHURCHILL PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY, LLC., registered to Michael Tarver’s wife, Rebecca Tarver. Wendy Churchill is not associated with the Tarver’s.
Churchill Dentistry’s parking lot was empty today.
California — What most thought was a cruel hoax, unfortunately turned out to be the sad truth this Saturday, November 30, 2013.
Actor Paul Walker, best known for his role in the popular Fast & Furious franchise movies, died after a tragic car accident in Southern California Saturday.
Paul Walker’s publicist confirmed his death Saturday evening. “He was a passenger in a friend’s car, in which both lost their lives.”
Paul Walker Crash Site
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, two people were killed in the accident, which took place at approximately 3:30 p.m. local time in Santa Clarita, California. Both Paul Walker and the Driver were pronounced dead at the scene; the driver has not yet been identified. Initial reports state that the driver may have lost control and slammed into a pole and or a tree, although full details are not yet available.
Burnt mangled metal is all that is left of the red Porsche following the fiery crash.
Car Paul Walker was a passenger in
Although the coroners office has not yet confirmed the identities of the two bodies, a statement on Walker’s official Facebook page said that Walker was a passenger in the car, and had been at a charity event for his organization, Reach Out Worldwide earlier in the day.
FACEBOOK
A representative with Universal Pictures also confirmed Walker’s identity and released a statement: “All of us at Universal are heartbroken. Paul was truly one of the most beloved and respected members of our studio family for 14 years, and this loss is devastating to us, to everyone involved with the ‘Fast And Furious’ films, and to countless fans. We send our deepest and most sincere condolences to Paul’s family.”
Walker was a favorite among the ladies, and the blonde haired blue eyed heart throb was a native of California. He loved his dogs, he was an avid surfer and enjoyed the beach. Walker also held a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Walker was know to perform some of his own stunts in his movies, he was an adrenaline junkie and he didn’t just love fast cars in the movies. He raced in the Redline Time Attack racing series in which he drove a M3 E92. Walker has also owned a Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R V-Spec II, that was featured in 2 Fast 2 Furious which was driven by his character Brian O’Conner.
However Walker didn’t always want to be an actor, his first career choice was to be a marine biologist and he actually starred in the Expedition Great White that aired on National Geographic.
According to sources, Walker was to appear in Fast & Furious 7 due out sometime in 2014.
Paul Walkers fans are sure to be devastated over his sudden tragic death as are Walker’s family and friends.
A Young Paul Walker Fan
Paul Walker was 40 years old and is survived by his 15-year-old daughter, Meadow who was born on November 4, 1998.
Marion County, Florida — The Marion County Sheriff’s Office reminds you to stay safe during the upcoming holiday shopping season. Protect yourself from criminals who prey on others during the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays.
Black Friday kicks off the season with deals that are sometimes too good for people to pass up. With a failed economy, shoppers will try and save every penny possible.
Cyber Monday will follow a few days later. Citizens can shop Cyber Monday from the comfort of their home. No lines, no traffic, no worrying about car break-ins or muggings.
The following are some safety tips that should be followed, they will assist in keeping you safe while you shop for your holiday gifts.
• If possible use a credit card instead of your debit card. Credit card payments can be withheld if there is a dispute, and if the card is stolen you won’t be responsible for more than $50 of fraudulent charges. You cannot withhold with your debit card. Payments are made directly to the store from your account at the time of transaction and you could be liable for up to $500, depending when you report fraudulent use.
•Avoid using public internet access. If you must use public WiFi , be sure it is secure. If not, your payment information could be stolen by a lurking cyber thief.
• Make sure what you are purchasing is what you are getting. Read all the fine print and be careful you are not signing up for reoccurring drafts from your credit card or checking account.
• Print your receipts and reconcile them against your credit card statement.
Enjoy the Holiday Season with friends and family, be safe and aware of your surroundings.
From everyone at Ocala Post and the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving.
Food Poisoning happens to thousands of people every holiday season.
Tallahassee, Florida — This holiday season, the Florida Department of Health (DOH) encourages Floridians to properly prepare meals and store food in order to prevent foodborne-illness or diseases caused by eating contaminated foods and drinks.
“Preventing foodborne-illness is important to keep your family safe and healthy during the holidays and year round,” said Jamie DeMent, the Department’s Coordinator of the Food and Waterborne Disease Program. “Floridians should practice four simple steps to stay healthy while cooking this holiday season–clean, cook, chill, and separate.”
An easy way to prevent foodborne-illness is to maintain a clean and tidy kitchen. Insist that any helping hands in the kitchen this holiday season are cleaned thoroughly and often. Wash any objects that are in contact with raw poultry – including hands, cutting boards, knives, etc. — in hot, soapy water. Also, be sure that all uncooked meat and poultry are prepared individually and separated from vegetables and cooked food. Keep all countertop and work areas clean with disinfectant spray. Those who experienced a gastrointestinal illness during the past two weeks should refrain from preparing meals for others.
Planning ahead to ensure that you have enough time to fully prepare and cook a turkey is crucial. A frozen turkey needs 24 hours to thaw for every five pounds of bird. Therefore, a 10 lb. turkey will require two days of premium thawing time before serving. Thawing your turkey in the fridge reduces the risk of foodborne-illnesses from bacteria, which multiply rapidly at room temperature or in warm environments. Stuffing your turkey prior to cooking it allows raw poultry juices to absorb into the stuffing, causing improper cooking of the turkey to occur. Be sure to thoroughly cook the turkey at 325 degrees. The turkey’s internal temperature should stay at 180 degrees, as any temperature below this can result in bacterial growth.
Experts say you should refrigerate leftovers within two hours of preparation. Leaving food out too long creates a prime breeding ground for bacterial growth. When storing your leftovers, separate raw meats, poultry, eggs and seafood into their own containers. Never leave food on the table and insist on heating up leftovers to their proper temperature of 165 degrees. Be sure to throw away food that is cloudy or mushy or food with an unusual odor. Also dispose of food that is from a leaking can or food that changes appearance, color and/or shape over a period of time.
For more information on how to keep your family safe from foodborne-illness this holiday season please visit http://www.cdc.gov/foodsafety/, http://www.fsis.usda.gov/ and http://www.fda.gov/Food/default.htm. If you experience a foodborne-illness please report it to your local county health department or file an online complaint at http://www.floridahealth.gov/diseases-and-conditions/food-and-waterborne-disease/online-food-complaint-form.html
Eddie Perez [Mugshot]Marion Oaks, Florida — Eddie Alexander Martinez-Perez, 22, of Ocklawaha is under arrest after a mother woke to find him in bed with her 14-year-old daughter.
The incident occurred in Marion Oaks around 5:30 a.m. the girl’s mother tried to enter her daughters room but the door was locked. When the girl finally opened the door she found Perez in her daughters bed wearing only boxers.
The father and Perez scuffled and Perez suffered a cut to his cheek.
According to reports, the girl told her parents the two didn’t have sex. However the story changed when the girl was interviewed by Kimberly’s Center for Child Protection.
According to reports the girl told investigators that Perez kissed her all over her body, digitally penetrated her, and touched his penis to her vagina over her underwear. According to reports, Perez made contact with the girl on more than one occasion.
When detectives questioned Perez post Miranda he admitted that he had entered the girls bedroom through her window. Perez told investigators that he got into bed with the girl and the two played games on her cell phone. Perez also told investigators that the two wanted to be together as a couple.
According to reports, when detectives asked Perez exactly what had happened with the girl he admitted to kissing her and sneaking in through her window. He then layered up and ended the interview.
Perez was charged with two counts of felony Lew or Lascivious Battery.
According to an FDA release, Following the Reser’s Fine Foods, Inc. (“Reser’s”) recall where select Reser’s products were recalled due to the potential of being contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, Taylor Farms Tennessee, Inc. (“TFTN”) and Taylor Farms Maryland, Inc. (“TFMD”) are voluntarily recalling a limited number of products that contain Reser’s recalled ingredients.
There have been no reported illnesses associated with these products. The products subject to the recall were only served at the deli counters at the respective establishments listed below and are limited to the code dates provided. These products are being recalled because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. To date, there have been no reported illnesses associated with these recalled items.
Customers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume the products and should dispose of the recalled products immediately. Consumers may call for further information at 1-866-508-7048 between the hours of 9 a.m. (PST) and 5 p.m. (PST) -Monday through Friday. Consumers with concerns about an illness from consumption of this product should contact a health care provider.
Ocala, Florida — One man is dead after being shot to death following an argument at 513 SW 12th Avenue, Ocala.
Jarrett Devone Davis [Previous Mugshot]Jarrett Davis, 25, of Ocala, shot and killed Ramone Mike, 27, also of Ocala, Saturday, November 23, 2013.
When Ocala Police arrived on the scene, Mike was lying on his back in the street as EMS provided medical attention.
According to reports, several family members were up the street fighting as Mike lay there bleeding. Police said they had to break up the fight.
Police interviewed several witnesses, all who claimed they had not seen anything.
Mike’s brother tried to leave the scene, but was ordered by police to stay for questioning.
Two brothers gave minimal information about Mike and refused to give their personal information to police, according to reports.
Ramone James William Mike [Deceased]Both Mike and Davis have felony criminal records.
Mike has been arrested and charged multiple times for Felony Cocaine Possession, and has two separate arrests and charges dating back to 2006 for Discharging a Firearm in Public.
Davis has been arrested for Possession of a Concealed Weapon and Improperly Displaying a Deadly Weapon.
Davis was taken to the Ocala Police Department for questioning, but later released.
Mike was treated at the scene and transported to ORMC, where he died from multiple gunshot wounds.
Police say two guns were recovered from the scene.
According to police, this case is currently being treated as a homicide and has been turned over to the State Attorney’s Office for further review.
Police said Mike and Davis had been feuding for quite some time.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact Detective Jamie Buchbinder at 352-369-7141.
Ernesto Karam-Garcia [Photo Taken and Provided by ICE]San Antonio, Texas — A Mexican national, who is wanted for defrauding hundreds of Mexican citizens of their earnings, was deported and turned over to Mexican law enforcement authorities Thursday by officers with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO).
Ernesto Karam-Garcia, 45, entered the United States with an Investor Visa in August 2011. On November 29, 2011, Mexico’s 39th District federal court issued an arrest warrant for Karam-Garcia charging him with fraud. Karam-Garcia was arrested August 21, 2013 at his San Antonio residence by the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) Long Star Fugitive Task. After his arrest he was turned over to ICE, where he remained in custody until his removal November 21, 2013.
According to Mexico’s Procuraduría General de la República (PGR), Karam-Garcia and two other associates allegedly defrauded several hundred Mexican citizens of their earnings, totaling more than $150 million in U.S. currency. ICE officers worked with Mexican authorities to identify that Karam-Garcia was wanted for fraud in Mexico. The PGR assisted ICE by providing copies of the warrant and helped coordinate the removal at the U.S./Mexico International Border at Laredo, Texas.
“This individual thought he could evade justice in Mexico by hiding in the United States,” said Enrique M. Lucero, field office director for ERO San Antonio. “As this case makes clear, ICE works closely with law enforcement agencies here and abroad to ensure convicted criminals are returned to their home countries in order to be held accountable for their actions.”
“This was a proud day not only for the law enforcement agencies involved in the apprehension and deportation of Karam-Garcia, but most importantly for the victims who suffered economically and sought justice,” said U.S. Marshal for the Western District of Texas Robert R. Almonte.
This removal is a result of the expanded binational cooperation to identify arrest and repatriate Mexican fugitives who have fled to the United States to avoid prosecution. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Mexico works closely with the Mexican government as part of this effort. Many of the captured fugitives are charged with homicide or other violent crimes in Mexico.
Ernesto Karam-Garcia being put on a plane for deportation.
Since Oct. 1, 2009, ERO has removed more than 645 foreign fugitives from the United States who were wanted in their native countries for serious crimes, including kidnapping, rape and murder. ERO works with the HSI Office of International Affairs, foreign consular offices in the United States and Interpol to identify foreign fugitives illegally present in the country.
ERO is focused on smart, effective immigration enforcement that targets serious criminal aliens who present the greatest risk to the security of our communities, such as those charged with or convicted of homicide, rape, robbery, kidnapping, major drug offenses and threats to national security. ERO also prioritizes the arrest and removal of those who game the immigration system, including immigration fugitives or those criminal aliens who have been previously deported and illegally re-entered the country.
Summerfield, Florida — Students at Lake Weir Middle School got quite a scare this morning.
At approximately 10 a.m. Lake Weir Middle School was placed on lockdown after a student had what was originally believed by students and staff members to be a handgun.
Authorities say thankfully after they questioned the youth it turned out to be a toy gun.
Kevin Christian, the School District Spokesman said the young boy was removed from school and he will be punished in accordance with the schools polices. The boy also faces being expelled from school for the remainder of the school year.
Lake Weir was on lock down for about 30 minutes before schedules resumed as normal.
Students and staff were shaken and on high alert until authorities determined the gun was in fact fake.
Lake Weir administration Reportedly followed proper procedure during the lockdown.
Marion County Florida — The Florida Department of Law Enforcement released the 2013 mid-year crime statistics for the state, showing that Florida has a lower crime rate by 5.2%, while Marion County’s crime rate has dropped 8.5%.
In the State of Florida, FDLE monitors reported Part 1 crimes and the clearance rate of those crimes. The seven Part 1 crimes closely monitored by the state are murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, larceny, and auto theft.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office has one of the highest clearance rates and lowest law enforcement cost per capita in the unincorporated areas. The Marion County Jail continues to have the lowest cost per day to house inmates.
In 2013, the FDLE crime report shows that crime overall is down in Marion County, however, murder is up from 7 in 2012 to 11 in 2013, as well as robbery. It also indicates that 50.3% of Part 1 crimes, such as murder, rape, robbery, burglary and thefts were closed by Marion County Detectives for 2013.
Over the last 11 months, Sheriff Blair has contributed to this low crime rate by instituting a new Crime Suppression Division which targets street level crimes. He also reduced administrative positions and added deputies: “More boots on the ground”. This proactive stance on crime has made Marion County a safer place to live, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
Ocala, Florida — County land regulations forbid retail liquor sales within 500 feet of a church, school, and public parks, unless, of course the store-owner is granted an exception by County Commissioners.
State zoning laws also prohibit liquor stores from being built near churches, schools, and playgrounds.
Recently County Commissioners did in fact grant an exception, breaking the county’s own regulations by permitting a liquor store to be built near the Good News Church.
Residents fear the liquor store will bring an undesirable crowd to the neighborhood.
Marion County Commissioners claim the liquor store will not be a nuisance to surrounding residents. However, statistics show that when there is a liquor store close to a residential area, there is more likely to be crime, loitering, and drunk drivers. According to experts, drunk driving does not only apply to patrons that leave bars after a night of drinking, but also people who drive to a liquor store already intoxicated. Additionally, two million liquor stores are robbed every year in the U.S.
Residents voiced their opinions to the BCC, however, Commissioners gave the go ahead anyway.
One resident said, “What is the point of speaking if the Commission breaks the law and passes a permit to have a liquor store built near a church that could potentially endanger children.”
Ocala Post found that childcare is provided for infants and toddlers at Good News Church during sermons. For young children (Pre-K to 5th Grade) there is a 30 – 40 minute program that meets during the sermon portion of a service, and there is a youth bible study for middle school and high school students that meets Tuesday nights at 6 p.m.
We want to hear from you. Do you think the BCC went too far?
New Smyrna, Florida — Following an internal investigation that resulted in the sustaining of several departmental policy violations, Sheriff Ben Johnson has fired Deputy Stephanie LeClerc. Deputy LeClerc, 37, was served with the notice of termination on November 21, 2013.
Deputy LeClerc has been on administrative leave with pay since October 9, 2013, for suspicion of DUI. The marked patrol unit she was driving was being followed and recorded by a witness after LeClarc was spotted driving in a very erratic manner.
LeClerc was driving her marked patrol car drunk and had a 7-year-old child in the front passenger seat.
LeClerc was arrested for DUI and transported to District five for DUI processing, where she refused to submit to a breath test even after she was read complete implied consent warnings.
She was booked into the Volusia County jail and released on bond several hours later.
LeClercs’ relationship to the child was not released to the media.
Ocala, Florida — Ocala Electric Utilities customers have recently been targeted with fraud calls. OPD has taken one report report ; where that customer was taken for $500. However OEU says they have received several calls from customers in regards to fraud.
The scam is: customers are told to pay $500 using a pre-paid debit card from CVS in order to avoid utilities being shut off. According to OEU, they would never use this type of method. OEU will only request the person responsible for paying the bills at a specific address to contact OEU’s office if there is a problem with an account.
OEU would like to get the word out about this scam to keep customers from being victimized.
Scams such as this one will be on the rise during the holiday season. Con artists prey on hard working citizens instead of getting a real job. Please be aware this holiday season, and don’t become a victim.
If you have any information in regards to the scam please contact OEU.
Florida – DEA and other federal officials announced that U.S. Rep. Trey Radel, 37, pled guilty yesterday in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia to a misdemeanor charge of possession of cocaine.
Radel, who represents the 19th Congressional District of Florida, appeared before the Honorable Senior Judge Robert S. Tignor. As a first-time offender, Radel was able to ask the Court, under District of Columbia law, to defer entering a judgment of guilty and place him on probation. Judge Tignor placed Radel on one year of probation. If the probation is successfully completed, the Court could then dismiss the case without an adjudication of guilt.
According to a statement of offense submitted as part of the plea, Radel came to the attention of the FBI and DEA in the fall of 2013, during an investigation into cocaine trafficking in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Agents learned that Radel would purchase cocaine for his personal use and sometimes share it with others.
The statement of offense says that, on Oct. 29, 2013, Radel met with an undercover police officer at a restaurant in the Dupont Circle area of Washington, D.C. At this time, Radel agreed to buy about 3.5 grams of cocaine from the undercover officer. He and the undercover officer went outside, and Radel handed over $260. The undercover officer provided Radel with a package of cocaine. Federal agents then approached Radel and the cocaine was recovered.
Radel agreed to speak with the agents about what had taken place and invited them to his apartment. There, he voluntarily admitted that he had purchased the cocaine. He also retrieved and provided to the agents a vial of cocaine that he had in his apartment.
“Drug traffickers and abusers respect no boundaries or limits and our neighborhoods and communities often pay the price,” said DEA Special Agent in Charge Karl Colder. Adding, “DEA and our law enforcement partners will continue to relentlessly pursue these drug trafficking networks and their criminal associates at every level. They pose a direct threat to the safety and security of our community here in the D.C. metro area. We want young people to see the price people pay for drug abuse and trafficking in cases like this so they will resolve to live drug-free lives.”
“Today’s guilty plea emerges from a broader narcotics investigation that brought to light information that a sitting Member of Congress was routinely using and buying cocaine. Once this information was confirmed, law enforcement could not ignore this illegal conduct,” said U.S. Attorney Ronald Machen. Adding, “Mr. Radel’s guilty plea is similar to those entered every year by hundreds of other drug offenders in the District of Columbia who possess illegal narcotics. We appreciate his willingness to promptly accept responsibility for his conduct.”
“Today’s announcement demonstrates that illegal drugs continue to be present in our communities, and do not discriminate by age, gender, socio-economic group or profession. Along with our law enforcement partners at the DEA, the FBI remains focused on stopping the movement and sale of drugs on our neighborhood streets,”said FBI Assistant Director in Charge Valerie Parlave.
In announcing the plea, U.S. Attorney Machen, Assistant Director in Charge Parlave, and Special Agent in Charge Colder commended the work of those who investigated the case. They also expressed appreciation for the work of the Fairfax County, Va., Police Department and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia. Finally, they commended those who handled the case from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, including Assistant U.S. Attorney Nihar R. Mohanty, who is prosecuting the matter.
It is unknown at this time if the individuals Radel shared the cocaine with were members of Congress.
Marion County, Florida – The Marion County Sheriff’s Office Gigantic Rib Sale is happening. This annual fundraiser will feature 1,100 slabs of succulent pork ribs that are prepared by Marion County Sheriff’s Office professionals who are volunteering their time and energy. The juicy ribs will be ready January 31, 2014 – just in time for the Super Bowl weekend. These oversized slabs will feed about three people and each slab is $15.
The money raised will go directly to United Way of Marion County. To make a purchase, simply contact Judge Cochran at 843-4205 or Email: jcochran@marionso.com. Make checks payable to: Marion County Sheriff’s Office. On January 31, 2014, please bring your ticket stub to the official pick up location: MCSO Pole Barn (next to the MCSO Garage), 692 N.W. 30th Avenue, Ocala. Pick hours are: 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. We offer free delivery for purchases of 10 slabs or more. Deadline for ticket sales is January 9, 2014. Any questions, contact Judge Cochran at 843-4205.
Your support of this campaign goes a long way in helping United Way of Marion County. As you know, United Way of Marion County has more than 50 years of proven service to the community. Please know with your help, along with the positive professionals of the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, that the United Way of Marion County will continue to accomplish outstanding results with its 30 programs within 19 local agencies helping to improve the lives of our county’s most vulnerable neighbors.
Polk County, Florida — Two juveniles that were previously charged in the suicide death of Rebecca Sedwick have had the charges dropped. Attorney Jose Baez, the attorney that represented alleged murderer Casey Anthony also represented the youngest of the teens in the Sedwick case.
Attorney Baez fired off at Sheriff Grady Judd for releasing information and photos on the two juveniles that were previously charged as felons. Sheriff Judd fired back by saying, “As an attorney you should know the public record law, if you are charged with a felony, it is public record when you are a juvenile.” Adding, “A lot of what Attorney Baez said was bluster, and does not deserve a response.”
Sheriff Grady Judd said, “Let’s not lose sight of the fact that a 12-year-old girl is dead as the result of bullying.”
Rebecca Sedwick 12-years-old
Rebecca Sedwick was only 12 when she jumped to her death following months of being battered and bullied by the two juveniles. The youngest of the two juveniles have shown remorse, said Judd. “Hopefully the oldest bully will get the counseling she needs and go on to be a productive member of society in her later years,” he added.
The family of Rebecca Sedwick is greatly disappointed in the outcome of this case and the public is outraged with the State Attorney’s Office as well as Jose Baez.
The oldest teens mom, Vivian Vosburg, 30, of 3143 Crystal Hills was arrested after a brutal video of her beating other children surfaced in October of 2013.
Both teens are said to be receiving counseling at this time.
Ocala, Florida — The Ocala Christmas Parade is December 14th, 2013 and begins at 5:30 p.m.!
Marion County, Florida — The Marion County Sheriff’s Office reminds you to stay safe during the upcoming holiday shopping season. Protect yourself from criminals who prey on others during the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays.
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Summerfield, Florida — Students at Lake Weir Middle School got quite a scare this morning.
