'Absolute mayhem': Suspect dead after shootout in Poinciana, Polk County sheriff says
One man is dead, and two others were seriously injured in a shootout in Poinciana Thursday, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. Grady Judd recounted the details of the "absolute mayhem" that happened on Sawfish Drive.
One man is dead, and two others were seriously injured in a shootout in Poinciana Thursday, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. Grady Judd recounted the details of the "absolute mayhem" that happened on Sawfish Drive.
Two dozen arrested, several wanted in Polk County child sex predator sting
Two dozen arrests were made by law enforcement in Polk County during an investigation into adults targeting children for sex on social media and other online platforms. Two of the suspects are accused of sexually battering girls under 14 years old.
Two dozen arrests were made by law enforcement in Polk County during an investigation into adults targeting children for sex on social media and other online platforms. Two of the suspects are accused of sexually battering girls under 14 years old.
Polk sheriff: Citizen kills suspect who shot at two people inside car at Poinciana neighborhood
A Poinciana neighborhood was the scene of a deadly shooting, where a suspect fired at two people inside a car – but was soon shot dead by another armed individual in the area, according to the Polk County sheriff.
A Poinciana neighborhood was the scene of a deadly shooting, where a suspect fired at two people inside a car – but was soon shot dead by another armed individual in the area, according to the Polk County sheriff.
Polk County detention deputy, 22, killed in off-duty crash aspired to be on the SWAT team
A 22-year-old detention deputy with the Polk County Sheriff's Office has passed away following a vehicle crash while he was off-duty, according to the agency.
A 22-year-old detention deputy with the Polk County Sheriff's Office has passed away following a vehicle crash while he was off-duty, according to the agency.
Lakeland Jan. 6 riot suspects will let judge, not jury, decide their fate
Polk County resident, Joshua Doolin and two of his co-conspirators, Olivia Pollock and Michael Perkins will soon have their day in court. All three are accused of rioting and storming the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. However, the trio just decided to skip a jury trial and try their luck with a bench trial.
Polk County resident, Joshua Doolin and two of his co-conspirators, Olivia Pollock and Michael Perkins will soon have their day in court. All three are accused of rioting and storming the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. However, the trio just decided to skip a jury trial and try their luck with a bench trial.
Contest being held to determine who gets to implode the Macintosh Power Plant with one push
In a few weeks, Lakeland Electric is going to implode the remaining part of the McIntosh Power Plant, but who gets to push the button?
In a few weeks, Lakeland Electric is going to implode the remaining part of the McIntosh Power Plant, but who gets to push the button?
‘Overwhelmed’ Polk County bus aide arrested on child abuse charges, deputies say
A school bus aide in Polk County is facing child abuse charges after investigators say she grabbed a student on an exceptional student education (ESE) bus and forced him into a seat.
A school bus aide in Polk County is facing child abuse charges after investigators say she grabbed a student on an exceptional student education (ESE) bus and forced him into a seat.
Lakeland police still searching for answers in 2020 shooting that killed 1, injured 3
The last two years have seemed like an eternity for the Lamones' family. They were the target of a shooting back on Christmas Eve in 2020, and it took the life of one family member and injured three others.
The last two years have seemed like an eternity for the Lamones' family. They were the target of a shooting back on Christmas Eve in 2020, and it took the life of one family member and injured three others.
‘He should be locked up’: Polk teacher’s assistant arrested for sexual offense on a student
A teacher’s assistant at Poinciana Christian Preparatory School was arrested after investigators say he kissed a student against her will, touched her inappropriately and asked her to send him nude photos.
A teacher’s assistant at Poinciana Christian Preparatory School was arrested after investigators say he kissed a student against her will, touched her inappropriately and asked her to send him nude photos.
Polk County deputy arrested for DUI
At around 3 in the morning on Saturday, Bartow Police responded to a single vehicle crash off the roadway of Highway 60 in Bartow near Main Street.
At around 3 in the morning on Saturday, Bartow Police responded to a single vehicle crash off the roadway of Highway 60 in Bartow near Main Street.
Lakeland man among 6 killed in Mississippi shooting rampage
A lone gunman killed six people at multiple locations in a tiny rural community in northern Mississippi Friday. Among the dead are the man's ex-wife, his stepfather and a man from Lakeland, according to the local sheriff.
A lone gunman killed six people at multiple locations in a tiny rural community in northern Mississippi Friday. Among the dead are the man's ex-wife, his stepfather and a man from Lakeland, according to the local sheriff.
Polk County man accused of ramming through Bartow cemetery, crashing into nearby home
A Polk County man was arrested after ramming through a fence at Wildwood Cemetery in Bartow, running down headstones and crashing into a home.
A Polk County man was arrested after ramming through a fence at Wildwood Cemetery in Bartow, running down headstones and crashing into a home.
Woman who was human trafficked as a baby helps other victims: 'They are scared'
A human trafficking victim is using her experience to help others.
A human trafficking victim is using her experience to help others.
More than 200 arrested in Polk County human trafficking bust
More than 20 women believed to have been trafficked into the U.S. and forced into sex work were rescued during a week-long operation in Polk County. More than 200 people were arrested during operation, as well.
More than 20 women believed to have been trafficked into the U.S. and forced into sex work were rescued during a week-long operation in Polk County. More than 200 people were arrested during operation, as well.
New task force takes aim at gangs after major uptick in drive-by shootings in Polk County
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is joining forces with a dozen law enforcement agencies to crack down on gangs.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is joining forces with a dozen law enforcement agencies to crack down on gangs.
Lakeland drive-by shooting: 5 suspects, 2 persons-of-interest named by federal officials
Four suspects have been arrested and one is dead after a drive-by shooting in Lakeland that injured 11 people, two of which are still in the hospital.
Four suspects have been arrested and one is dead after a drive-by shooting in Lakeland that injured 11 people, two of which are still in the hospital.
Lakeland considers regulating food giveaways for those struggling with homelessness at Munn Park
City commissioners are considering regulating how, and possibly where, mass feedings can take place. Right now, many take place in Munn Park in downtown Lakeland.
City commissioners are considering regulating how, and possibly where, mass feedings can take place. Right now, many take place in Munn Park in downtown Lakeland.
Polk sheriff: Teen critical but stable after walking in front of truck on the way to Davenport High
A 15-year-old girl who stepped in front of a vehicle while walking to school Tuesday morning is critical but stable in the hospital, according to Polk County Sheriff's Grady Judd.
A 15-year-old girl who stepped in front of a vehicle while walking to school Tuesday morning is critical but stable in the hospital, according to Polk County Sheriff's Grady Judd.
Lakeland Police Department to loosen tattoo policy in hopes of recruiting younger officers
The Lakeland Police Department is loosening its tattoo policy with hopes of recruiting more young officers into the agency.
The Lakeland Police Department is loosening its tattoo policy with hopes of recruiting more young officers into the agency.
The Bodega Market bringing first corner store in years to Lakeland
Lakeland is getting its first corner store in years with The Bodega Market opening this weekend.
Lakeland is getting its first corner store in years with The Bodega Market opening this weekend.