Ocala, Florida — A woman was arrested and charged with felony battery after she struck her boyfriend in the head with a two-pound weight.
According to the arrest affidavit, Natalie Caban, 27, became involved in an argument with her boyfriend after he discovered that she had canceled the WIFI service.
During the argument, the boyfriend called Caban a c*nt, at which time Caban grabbed a two-pound weight and slammed her boyfriend in the head with it.
Officials said that during the 911 call, they were told that the victim’s wound was bleeding uncontrollably.
According to reports, when police arrived, the victim was covered in blood due to a significant gash in his head.
During questioning, Caban told police that her boyfriend had slapped her first. However, police said that there were not any marks on the victim’s face. She later admitted to lying.
Caban was arrested and charged with Felony Battery. Additionally, she was charged with Violation of Probation for Possession of Methamphetamine and Violation of Probation for Resisting an Officer in a previous arrest.
Caban is being held without bond. Her next court date is slated for July 6, 2021.
Entertainment — Originally scheduled for release on July 12, 2019, Top Gun was postponed to allow production to work out all the complex flight sequences and because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The much-anticipated movie is now scheduled for theatrical release on November 19, 2021.
History was made during the filming of Top Gun in which a new camera system was used to film the aviation scenes live.
Movie Bin has posted a second new trailer for the film and it includes bonus footage.
Synopsis:
After more than thirty years of service as one of the Navy’s top aviators, Pete “Maverick” Mitchell (Tom Cruise) is where he belongs, pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot and dodging the advancement in rank that would ground him. When he finds himself training a detachment of Top Gun graduates for a specialized mission the likes of which no living pilot has ever seen, Maverick encounters Lt. Bradley Bradshaw (Miles Teller), call sign: “Rooster,” the son of Maverick’s late friend and Radar Intercept Officer Lt. Nick Bradshaw, aka “Goose.”
Facing an uncertain future and confronting the ghosts of his past, Maverick is drawn into a confrontation with his own deepest fears, culminating in a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those who will be chosen to fly it.
Tom Cruise learned how to fly the jets and, as always, perfomred his own stunts.
Business is booming and Legacy Housing Corporation is looking to hire immediately for supervisors.
If you are a manager — a leader — and you want a career with a growing and successful company, Legacy Housing has openings for supervisors with a path towards management.
Each supervisor leads a team of 10-30 tradesmen in areas such as Welding, Plumbing, Electrical, Roofing, Sheetrock, Trim, Exteriors, and Trucking.
The pay is $55,000 to $75,000 per year with a generous benefits package.
Benefits include:
Health insurance
Retirement pay
Vacation pay, and
Holiday pay
Construction experience is required.
Send resume to sarabeck@legacyhousingcorp.com or call (706) 623-7746.
[Last edited on June 4, 2021, at 1:03 p.m., to include uncut video.]
Tina Kindred
Ocala, Florida — On June 1, 2021, Ocala Police were dispatched to a local restaurant after reports that a female was topless and banging on tables and windows at the establishment.
Witnesses stated that the woman, later identified as Tina Kindred, also flipped over a few outside tables. She never made it inside the first business.
According to reports, Kindred also tried to get into a customer’s car.
Witnesses told police that the female was driving recklessly in the parking lot before exiting the parking lot and traveling East on Hwy 40.
Prior to arriving at the first restaurant, a call came in from the Outback Steakhouse, located at 4899 E Silver Springs Blvd, about a woman who was completely naked and trashing the business.
This caller told police that there was “a naked woman in the bar area acting crazy.”
When the officer arrived, several patrons outside told him that the woman was breaking everything in the bar.
“I opened the front doors to the business and entered to see that there was glass and liquid all over the bar area,” stated the officer.
The officer said the bar itself was hidden from his view by a partition, but when he cleared the partition he could see a naked female, throwing liquor bottles.
The officer stated that Kindred seemed very agitated and had bottles of liquor in her hands.
According to the arrest affidavit, when the officer announced his presence, she looked at him, uttered incoherent words, drew back her arm, and threw a bottle of liquor at the officer.
The officer stated that the bottle almost hit him in the head, and as the officer was trying to block it, the woman threw a second bottle which struck him in the forearm.
As the officer was yelling at the woman to get on the ground, she approached him, at which time she was tased and fell to the floor.
The officer continued yelling at the woman until she complied.
Kindra, who was apparently having a mental health crisis, was rambling on about Bill Gates and the end of the world.
According to reports, she caused thousands of dollars in damages.
Kindra was arrested and charged with Aggravated Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer and Felony Criminal Mischief.
She was transported to a local hospital where it was discovered that she had a fentanyl patch in her vaginal area. However, she did not test positive for the drug.
She is being held without bond. Her next court date is slated for December 21, 2021.
Lowell Correctional Institution, located at 11120 NW Gainesville Road, Ocala, is now hiring certified and non-certified correctional officers.
Lowell Correctional Institution offers rewarding correctional officer career opportunities. Becoming a correctional officer in Florida means you are joining a family of hardworking men and women who are dedicated to ensuring public safety throughout the state. Once you join, there are many career advancement steps that progress from Correctional Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Major, and Colonel. From there management positions include Assistant Wardens and Wardens. Correctional Officers might also have the opportunity to join special teams such as Rapid Response Teams, Crisis Response Team, Interdiction Units, K-9 Units, and many other special team opportunities.
Standard Benefits:
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits
Supplemental dental, vision, life, disability, and hospitalization insurance
Promotional Opportunities
Tuition-Free college courses
457 Tax Deferred Retirement Plan
Correctional Officers and Probation Officers May Also Receive:
“Special Risk” retirement multiplier
Criminal Justice Incentive Pay (CJIP)
Annual uniform and shoe allowance (Correctional Officer only)
Salary Information:
Trainee Officer: $30,150.38 annually
Certified Officer: $33,500.22 annually
Annual uniform and shoe allowance of $325.00.
Criminal Justice Incentive Pay up to $1,560.00 annually ($130.00 per month).
Job Description:
Supervise inmates, Observe traffic in and around the compound Monitor, supervise and screen inmate visitor traffic. Make periodic patrols of quarters and work areas. Maintain proper security of inmates being transported. Maintain knowledge of communication and other electronic equipment. Maintain and demonstrate proficiency in the use and care of firearms, restraint methods, and equipment, and emergency measures. Maintain a record of equipment, supplies, and other items Check inmate mail for possible contraband.
Qualifications:
Be at least 18 years of age. Be a citizen of the United States notwithstanding any laws of the State to the contrary. Be a high school graduate or its “equivalent.” Be able to pass a background investigation and not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement. Be able to pass a medical examination. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must not have a dishonorable characterization of military service.
The application is a two-step process:
Submit a State of Florida Application online at www.FLDCjobs.com
Complete the willingness supplemental form Select Lowell as 1st choice
The links to apply are below – Put Lowell as your 1st & 2nd Choice
Step 1
Click Here to complete the State of Florida application.
After the application has been submitted, go to Step 2 below.
Step 2
Click Here to complete the Correctional Officer Supplemental Application
If you have any questions, contact the recruiter, Sergeant Jessica Chapman, at jessica.chapman@fdc.myflorida.com or call 352-690-8676.
Marion County — Motorists can expect temporary lane closures along S.W. 60th Avenue between the intersections of S.W. 95th Street Road and Southwest Highway 200 and S.W. 95th Street Road between the intersections of Southwest Highway 200 and S.W. 60th Avenue, through August 5.
Hartman Civil Construction will be making ramp repairs on the existing sidewalks. Workers and equipment will be located in the County Right-of-Way.
Crews will place barricades, signage, and have flaggers to direct traffic through detours and the work zone while work is being performed.
Many of the aforementioned areas have a lot of traffic in the mornings. Drivers should plan accordingly. Drivers should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes, when possible.
Work will primarily be during daytime hours.
Please note that construction schedules may change due to weather or other circumstances, and if this happens, the closure may be rescheduled.
Officials ask that all drivers remember to yield to roadside workers and obey posted speed limits. Speeding fines are doubled in a construction zone.
How many of you wish you could get paid for all the countless, wasted hours you spend playing video games?
What if you could pick one friend to play 21-hours of games with and get paid?
Well, one company is making that all possible.
Internet provider, FrontierBundles.com, is offering $2,000 to two gamers willing to play 21-hours of video games per person together and report back on their experience.
The point of the challenge is because the company wants to know if people play better solo or with another person.
The company said it is a fun way to welcome some big titles coming out this year like Resident Evil Village. Additionally, you can celebrate anniversaries of video games like; The Legend of Zelda is turning 35, Donkey Kong is turning 40, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Street Fighter 2 both turn 30.
FrontierBundles.com says it is literally paying you and a friend to plug in and veg out.
“We’re paying friends $2,000 to gear up (on our dime), play 21 hours of video games per person, and report their experience back to us. We’re wondering: do you play a little better with your best friend alongside you in the thick of the action, or is your focus that much sharper when you play by yourself,” said the company.
The company said, “To help you on your pixelated journey, we’re giving your inventory a boost. Our winners will receive a swag bag filled with gaming essentials, so you can play “together” while remaining remote. Each bag will include a Nintendo Switch Lite, access to both modern video game favorites and retro video game classics, and enough snacks to fuel countless online adventures.”
The company asked, “Let’s be honest with each other: you’re already playing 20+ hours a week anyway, so why not get paid for it?”
In Late 2019, Ocala Post published a story on Elite Roofing and Gutters after customers from multiple counties reported that they had been scammed out of thousands of dollars.
The company was accused of scamming customers in multiple counties, therefore, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement intervened and began a statewide investigation.
Despite the fact the owner of Elite Roofing, Jason Lee Beville, has scammed residents out of thousands of dollars in deposits, he is still licensed with the State of Florida.
Beville was arrested in April 2019 and charged with Grand Theft after a customer filed a complaint with the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office.
The Better Business Bureau revoked the company’s accreditation shortly after Beville’s arrest, however, the company still claims they have an “A” rating with the BBB.
According to court records, Beville and his company are being sued for business loans exceeding hundreds of thousands of dollars with lawsuits dating back 11 years.
The company used to be called Top Knotch Roofing, but Since 2006, in an attempt to continue his scams, Beville has changed the company name multiple times.
Detective Robaldo Ramos with the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit was assigned several cases in which Beville, operating in his official business capacity, was the suspect. Multiple victims told officials that Beville had taken thousands of dollars in deposits for roof repairs or replacements, and never actually completed the contracted work.
As a result of the fraudulent practices occurring in various counties, along with a third case, the investigation again was turned over to FDLE for investigation.
Based on the findings of FDLE’s investigation, a second warrant was issued for Beville’s arrest on May 26, 2021, for the charge of grand theft over $20,000.00 but less than $100,000.00.
Beville was arrested and his bond was set at $10,000.00.
Marion County — The Florida Highway Patrol is asking for the public’s help with locating a man who fled from an accident Wednesday.
According to FHP, the three-vehicle crash happened on SR 40 and 314.
The crash involved a white Saturn, a black Dodge Charger, and a blue Nissan.
The driver of the Saturn, described by witnesses as a Hispanic male, jumped out of the car, stated that he did not have a driver’s license, and fled the scene on foot. Troopers believe this man is responsible for the crash.
The unidentified man has not been located and is still on the run.
Marion County Fire Rescue responded to the scene and provided medical attention to the other occupants. Additionally, MCFR had to dust the road due to fluids that leaked from one of the vehciels.
Two people suffered injures and were transported to local hospitals.
The investigation is ongoing.
If you have any information about this accident or know the man’s whereabouts, you are asked to contact FHP.
Photos courtesy of Ocala Post contributor, Tim Read
[Last updated on May 27, 2021, at 5:42 p.m.]
Michael Bishop — Has previous felony arrests for domestic violence.
Marion County — Three people — one suspect and two innocent civilians — were injured Wednesday following a high-speed chase with a Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputy. A fourth person was not injured.
The suspect had been involved in a domestic dispute in which he grabbed a woman by her hair, backhanded her, and then choked her. The suspect, later identified as Michael Bishop, then fled the scene. When a deputy responded to the area, he spotted the suspect’s pickup truck and a pursuit ensued.
The suspect was known to law enforcement.
Bishop, age 29, whose name had initially not been released, suffered critical injuries. He was driving a 2001 Chevy Silverado.
The driver of the maroon 2010 Nissan, a 33-year-old female, along with her two daughters — a 6 and 10-year-old — was also transported to a hospital with injuries. All occupants were wearing their seatbelts.
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According to the Florida Highway Patrol, Bishop was driving a pickup west on SR-40 at a high rate of speed, approaching the intersection of SW 80 Avenue, while actively fleeing from a Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputy.
The female driving the second vehicle was turning left from SR-40 onto SW 80 Avenue for a green traffic signal and the third vehicle was traveling south on SW 80 Avenue and was stopped for a red traffic signal at the intersection of SR-40.
Troopers say that Bishop ran the red light and struck the right front section of the female’s vehicle with the front end of the pickup truck causing debris to strike the third vehicle that was stopped a the red light.
Bishop sustained critical injuries during the crash and was transported to Ocala Regional Medical Center.
The mother and her daughters were transported to Shands with non-life-threatening injuries.
Bishop has been charged with Aggravated Fleeing and eluding and Battery by Strangulation.
The chase occurred at approximately 3:25 p.m in the afternoon.
Attorneys looking into the case, said, “MCSO knew the suspect and had a description of his vehicle. Mr. Bishop could have been located at another time. Instead, the deputy initiated a high-speed chase on a busy highway and it resulted in three innocent people being injured. Two of them were small children. This will certainly cost the taxpayers of Marion County.” They went on to say, “Criminals must be held accountable, but not at the expense of the innocent and not when such carnage can be avoided.”
According to FHP, the chase exceeded speeds of 90 MPH.
Ocala — One person was transported to a local hospital Wednesday following a rollover crash.
Ocala Fire Rescue responded to a collision involving two vehicles at the 1500 block of E. Silver Springs Boulevard.
At 9:01 a.m. Engine 3, Rescue 3, and Battalion Chief 22 were dispatched to the scene.
Units arrived to find a silver compact vehicle on its roof. The driver was trapped and needed to be extricated. A white pickup truck with minimal damage was parked behind the silver vehicle.
Firefighters used wooden wedges to stabilize the silver vehicle and began extrication.
The driver was removed through the passenger’s side window and transported to the hospital.
Marion County — Marion County School Board members have voted 3-2 to permanently close Evergreen Elementary School.
The board cited various reasons including declining student enrollment, inadequate student learning gains, and a lack of teachers to reopen the school.
Ocala Post spoke with a group of teachers who say that the shortage of teachers in Florida and the mass exodus of teachers in Marion and Citrus Counties into other jobs are related to how they are treated and micro-managed by the administration. Additionally, teachers say that many children have serious, sometimes dangerous behavioral issues and are not being disciplined at home, therefore, everything falls on teachers. They feel as though there is little to no parent involvement.
In an email to Ocala Post, one teacher stated, “The public has no idea what really goes on and it is the teachers who always take the fall. Schools care about their state rating…not the teachers. If a child is unwilling to learn that should be on the student.”
Teachers also say that school districts have wasted thousands of dollars on programs like i-Ready and Canvas, just to name a few, and have taken human teaching out of the equation. Many feel the removal of traditional textbooks and other teaching materials has been a huge downfall for students for years. This coupled with the fact that the curriculum is geared toward teaching for standardized testing, teachers say the failures have been a long time in the making.
According to the school district, the years-long process now means Evergreen’s 200-plus students must be reassigned to higher-achieving schools in classrooms with teachers who have been rated as “effective” or higher. At board member request, this can be completed soon instead of waiting until July or August, when school grades are expected to be released by Florida’s Department of Education.
After a string of poor and failing grades, Evergreen Elementary could have only remained open had it achieved a “C” grade or higher this year. Last year’s improving student quarterly scores were negated when the pandemic hit and the state postponed annual testing.
Over the last four years, district leaders have met repeatedly with the Evergreen staff and community to determine the school’s future.
Marion County also spent thousands in taxpayer dollars in which Evergreen had external operators directing its teaching efforts for the last three years as a potential solution to keep the school open.
Evergreen was built in 1989 to house 750 students. Its future use will be determined by School Board members; however, it cannot operate as another school facility in the near future because of state law.
Ocala Post is currently interviewing teachers from various schools who agreed to speak on the record and a follow-up story will be published.
Lecanto, Florida — On May 21, 2021, the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) was contacted in reference to a Lecanto High School teacher sending sexual text messages and images to multiple students.
Detectives interviewed one female student who said that the teacher, identified as Adam Joseph Joerres, 33, had been talking to Joerres through messages since February 2021.
The victim told deputies that the messaged were “flirty” and that Joerres also sent memes that depicted penis-shaped objects.
According to reports, in the classroom, Joerres would wad up pieces of paper and throw them at the victim’s buttocks. On more than one occasion he would toss the paper down the front of the victim’s shirt and state “jackpot.”
The victim told detectives that in April, on Prom Night, Joerres texted and told her to come over after prom. The victim said that Joerres told her to delete the messages or he would kill her.
During the investigation, Detective Mission with the CCSO Special Victims Unit obtained evidence that showed Joerres had been engaging in inappropriate conversations of a sexual nature with the student.
Officials made contact with Joerres on Monday, May 24, 2021, and questioned him regarding the allegations. During his interview, Joerres confirmed the allegations. He was subsequently placed under arrest for solicitation of sexual conduct from a student by an authority figure.
Joerres worked at Lecanto Middle School intermittingly from 2016 – 2018. He started teaching at Lecanto High School in November 2020. Joerres was a math teacher and also coached the Lady Panthers flag football team.
Martesha Williams Johnson [top], Jasmine Webb [bottom left], and Doug HeathOcala, Florida — A Fort King Middle School teacher is under arrest and accused of being involved in a shooting that left one person dead.
The teacher has been identified as Martesha Williams Johnson and has been a math teacher at the school since 2012, however, the school district said she has called into work for five weeks due to “personal reasons.”
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Martesha Williams Johnson
According to detectives, the shooting stemmed from an argument that began on social media over a relationship and involved threats and the taunting to fight.
Johnson is just one of three people arrested for the shooting death of Tyerune Booker, whose body was found in Alachua County one week ago.
Security video from a nearby business shows the three suspects, all from Ocala, at the crime scene.
Doug Heath and Jasmine Webb were also arrested for the murder. All three remain behind bars.
When contact was made with Johnson, she told deputies that they could search her vehicle. However, when deputies found a loaded magazine in Johnson’s car, containing she withdrew consent, at which time the search stopped.
Johnson was then read her rights and arrested.
She said she knew Webb and Heath but denied involvement in the shooting.
Johnson was reportedly smug during her arrest and even smiled for her booking photo.
Some staff members, who did not want to be identified, said that Johnson has been known to be confrontational and have a “short fuse.”
Ocala, Florida — The Ocala Police Department is asking for the public’s help with locating two suspects who are wanted in connection with an attempted murder case.
According to OPD, on May 2, officers responded to a 911 call in reference to a 48-year-old man who had beat beaten with a baseball bat and shovel. The victim was also robbed.
The incident occurred in the meidan in the area of the 2000 block of West SR 40.
As a result of the beating, the victim suffered multiple skull and vertebrae fractures.
The victim was jumped by three suspects.
One of the suspects, identified as Jakecio Pollard, has already been located and arrested.
Darrielle Murphy and Keshana Oliver are still on the run.
All three suspects are facing Attempted Murder charges.
If you have any information about the suspects, please contact OPD at 352-369-7000
or you can submit an anonymous tip at Crime Stoppers of Marion County at 352-368-STOP (7867). Tips can also be submitted at www.ocalacrimestoppers.com. You might be eligible for a reward. Anonymity is guaranteed.
Lowell Correctional Institution, located at 11120 NW Gainesville Road, Ocala, is now hiring certified and non-certified correctional officers.
Lowell Correctional Institution offers rewarding correctional officer career opportunities. Becoming a correctional officer in Florida means you are joining a family of hardworking men and women who are dedicated to ensuring public safety throughout the state. Once you join, there are many career advancement steps that progress from Correctional Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Major, and Colonel. From there management positions include Assistant Wardens and Wardens. Correctional Officers might also have the opportunity to join special teams such as Rapid Response Teams, Crisis Response Team, Interdiction Units, K-9 Units, and many other special team opportunities.
Standard Benefits:
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits
Supplemental dental, vision, life, disability, and hospitalization insurance
Promotional Opportunities
Tuition-Free college courses
457 Tax Deferred Retirement Plan
Correctional Officers and Probation Officers May Also Receive:
“Special Risk” retirement multiplier
Criminal Justice Incentive Pay (CJIP)
Annual uniform and shoe allowance (Correctional Officer only)
Salary Information:
Trainee Officer: $30,150.38 annually
Certified Officer: $33,500.22 annually
Annual uniform and shoe allowance of $325.00.
Criminal Justice Incentive Pay up to $1,560.00 annually ($130.00 per month).
Job Description:
Supervise inmates, Observe traffic in and around the compound Monitor, supervise and screen inmate visitor traffic. Make periodic patrols of quarters and work areas. Maintain proper security of inmates being transported. Maintain knowledge of communication and other electronic equipment. Maintain and demonstrate proficiency in the use and care of firearms, restraint methods, and equipment, and emergency measures. Maintain a record of equipment, supplies, and other items Check inmate mail for possible contraband.
Qualifications:
Be at least 18 years of age. Be a citizen of the United States notwithstanding any laws of the State to the contrary. Be a high school graduate or its “equivalent.” Be able to pass a background investigation and not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement. Be able to pass a medical examination. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must not have a dishonorable characterization of military service.
The application is a two-step process:
Submit a State of Florida Application online at www.FLDCjobs.com
Complete the willingness supplemental form Select Lowell as 1st choice
The links to apply are below – Put Lowell as your 1st & 2nd Choice
Step 1
Click Here to complete the State of Florida application.
After the application has been submitted, go to Step 2 below.
Step 2
Click Here to complete the Correctional Officer Supplemental Application
If you have any questions, contact the recruiter, Sergeant Jessica Chapman, at jessica.chapman@fdc.myflorida.com or call 352-690-8676.
Marion County — The Florida Department of Health in Marion County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of Cylindrospermopsis raciborskii and Botryococcus braunii toxins in surface water. These toxins are related to the presence of blue-green algae.
The impacted water body is Lake Weir with a main public access point along the north shore at 12431 SE 135th Ave., Ocklawaha, FL.
Blue-green algae (also known as cyanobacteria) can grow in Florida’s freshwater bodies. Large concentrations of these algae, called blooms, can change the water color to blue, green, brown, orange, or red. Blooms can appear year-round but are more frequent in summer and fall. Blue-green algae can grow rapidly and sometimes form a foamy surface scum and an unpleasant odor. Because algae blooms can remove oxygen from the water, fish kills can occur.
Don’t swallow, swim, wade, use personal watercraft, water ski, or boat in waters where there are algae blooms. Algae blooms can cause ear, eye, and skin reactions and hay fever, and flu-like symptoms like diarrhea. Wash your skin and clothing with soap and water if you have contact with algae or discolored or smelly water.
Keep pets away from the area. Waters, where there are algae blooms, are not safe for animals. Pets and livestock should have a different source of water when algae blooms are present.
Don’t cook or clean dishes with water contaminated by algae blooms. Boiling the water will not eliminate the toxins.
Fillets from healthy fish caught in freshwater lakes experiencing blooms are safe to eat. Rinse fish fillets with tap or bottled water, throw out the guts and cook fish well. Do not eat shellfish from this location.
Marion County, Florida — A Marion County sheriff’s deputy, identified as 46-year-old David Ur, was arrested Thursday and charged with falsifying multiple reports.
The reports lead to the arrest of four individuals who have since had the charges dropped by the State Attorney’s Office.
In December, there were discrepancies found in Ur’s reports. In one incident, it was also found that he failed to activate his body camera.
At that time, Ur received minimal disciplinary action and was required to take remedial reporting classes. While he was suspended for 16 hours, the agency said that Ur had improved his skills and he was allowed to return to work.
Then, in March, other reports were found to have been falsified by Ur. In the reports, Ur used false information to make arrests.
Prosecutors say that Ur’s sworn statements often did not match body camera footage.
Ur resigned on Monday.
Attorney Mike Graves said his office is now reviewing other cases involving Ur. Additionally, prosecutors said they plan to review any case in which Ur was involved.
Ur was released on a $4,000 bond shortly after being arrested.
Sheriff Billy Woods, despite the Attorney General stating that law enforcement can only have photos withheld from the public if it pertains to employment, refuses to release booking photos. The AG’s office has made it clear that booking photos of a law enforcement officer who has been arrested are not protected by Florida Statute.
In previous emails to Ocala Post, MCSO openly admits they withhold booking photos of a law enforcement officer who has become arrested as a “courtesy.”
MCSO withholds both the name and booking photo of an arrested officer from the booking system.
Citrus County — The Florida Department of Health in Citrus County (DOH-Citrus) today advised residents there has been an increase in mosquito-borne disease activity in areas of Citrus County.
Several sentinel chickens have tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus infection. The risk of transmission to humans has increased. Citrus County Mosquito Control District and DOH-Citrus continue surveillance and prevention efforts.
DOH-Citrus reminds residents and visitors to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes and to take basic precautions to help limit exposure.
What are the symptoms of eastern equine encephalitis and when do they appear?
It is possible that some people who are infected with EEEV will not develop any symptoms. Symptoms of EEEV infection typically appear 4-10 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito.
The type of symptoms usually depends on the age of the person. People over age 50 and younger than age 15 are at the greatest risk for developing severe disease. Severe cases of EEE infection begin with the sudden onset of headache, high fever, chills, and vomiting that may progress into disorientation, seizures, encephalitis (inflammation of the brain), and coma. Approximately a third of patients who develop EEE die, and many of those who survive have mild to severe brain damage.
What is the treatment for eastern equine encephalitis?
There is no specific treatment for EEE. Treatment focuses on supportive therapy, including hospitalization, respiratory support, intravenous fluids, and prevention of other infections.
To protect yourself from mosquitoes, you should remember to “Drain and Cover”:
Drain standing water to stop mosquitoes from multiplying.
Drain water from garbage cans, house gutters, buckets, pool covers, coolers, toys, flowerpots, or any other containers where sprinkler or rainwater has collected.
Discard old tires, drums, bottles, cans, pots and pans, broken appliances, and other items that aren’t being used.
Empty and clean birdbaths and pet’s water bowls at least once or twice a week.
Protect boats and vehicles from rain with tarps that don’t accumulate water.
Maintain swimming pools in good condition and appropriately chlorinated. Empty plastic swimming pools when not in use.
Cover skin with clothing or repellent
Clothing – Wear shoes, socks, and long pants and long sleeves. This type of protection may be necessary for people who must work in areas where mosquitoes are present.
Repellent – Apply mosquito repellent to bare skin and clothing.
Always use repellents according to the label. Repellents with DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, para-menthane-diol, 2-undecanone and IR3535 are effective.
Use mosquito netting to protect children younger than 2 months old.
Tips on Repellent Use
Always read label directions carefully for the approved usage before you apply a repellent. Some repellents are not suitable for children.
Products with concentrations of up to 30 percent DEET (N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide) are generally recommended. Other U.S. Environmental Protection Agency-approved repellents contain picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, para-menthane-diol, 2-undecanone or IR3535. These products are generally available at local pharmacies. Look for active ingredients to be listed on the product label.
Apply insect repellent to exposed skin, or onto clothing, but not under clothing.
In protecting children, read label instructions to be sure the repellent is age-appropriate.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), mosquito repellents containing oil of lemon eucalyptus or para-menthane-diol should not be used on children under the age of three years. DEET is not recommended for children younger than two months old.
Avoid applying repellents to the hands of children. Adults should apply repellent first to their own hands and then transfer it to the child’s skin and clothing.
If additional protection is necessary, apply a permethrin repellent directly to your clothing. Again, always follow the manufacturer’s directions.
Cover doors and windows with screens to keep mosquitoes out of your house.
Repair broken screening on windows, doors, porches, and patios.
Florida — On Thursday, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill that makes to-go alcohol sales legal in the state of Florida.
Senate Bill 148, known as the Beverage Law, will allow for restaurants and other businesses who sell alcohol to sell or deliver to-go alcohols long as the businesses meet the legal requirements.
Requirements:
The vendor must be licensed as a public food service establishment
The sale or delivery must be accompanied by a food purchase within the same order
The charge for the sale of food and nonalcoholic beverages must be at least 40% of the total charge for the order, excluding the charge for any manufacturer-sealed containers of alcoholic beverages included in the order
Sales and deliveries of the alcoholic beverages may not occur after the vendor stops making food on the licensed premises for the day or after midnight, whichever is earlier
The foodservice establishment must have at least 2,500 square feet of the service area and be capable of serving at least 150 customers with at least 51 percent of sales coming from food and non-alcoholic drinks.
Drinks must be in a sealed container and placed inside a bag or other container that can be secured in a vehicle.
A receipt must accompany the beverages
The law will also allow for food delivery services to deliver alcohol orders.
According to Tallahassee officials, the bill got tremendous pushback from law enforcement agencies across Florida.
