Public Safety
Tuesday, March 10, 2026Colorado Doctor Jailed on Attempted Murder Charges After Vero Beach Shootout With Deputies
The suspect's profile — an out-of-state physician — raises urgent questions about motive, mental state, and what brought him to the Treasure Coast
Third Child With Autism Drowns in PSL Pond Since November, Police Chief Says
The death of 5-year-old Zam Tuang exposes a recurring crisis at the intersection of wandering risk, retention pond density, and stalled local safety policy
Police Investigate Deadly US 1 Crash in Port St. Lucie
The fatal collision on the heavily traveled St. Lucie County corridor has sparked renewed concerns from local residents and officials about road safety.
St. Lucie Bus Driver Faces Child Molestation Charges — What Did the District Know?
A $500K bond signals serious charges. Questions about district screening, parent notification, and prior complaints remain unanswered.
Shooting on North Lake Drive Leaves One Dead, One Hospitalized; Self-Defense Possible, Sheriff Says
St. Lucie County investigators probe fatal confrontation near Fort Pierce after argument escalates and firearm changes hands
Port St. Lucie K-9 Tracks Down Missing 13-Year-Old Special Needs Boy
The police dog led officers to the safely located child, who was reunited with his family after being reported missing in the city.
Fugitive Colorado Neurosurgeon Shot by U.S. Marshals in Vero Beach
How a suspended doctor wanted for drugging and sexually assaulting a woman ended up in Indian River County — and who owns the property where it happened — remains unanswered
Florida Executes Billy Leon Kearse 35 Years After Fort Pierce Officer's Murder
Lethal injection closes a decades-long chapter for Sgt. Danny Parrish's family — and raises fresh questions about Florida's accelerating march through death row
Authorities Bust Multi-County Theft Ring, Jail 7 in Martin County
The Florida Attorney General's Office led the takedown of an organized retail theft operation spanning Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties.
7 Suspects Jailed in Martin County After Busting Multi-County Theft Ring
Florida Attorney General's Office announces the arrests targeting an organized group operating across several counties, with suspects held locally.
Florida Executes Billy Kearse, 35 Years After Fort Pierce Officer's Killing
Kearse asked for forgiveness before his death; the Parrish family says justice took too long — and Florida is executing inmates at a record pace
Fugitive Neurosurgeon Shoots U.S. Marshal in Indian River County Standoff
Former Colorado doctor wanted on sex assault charge opens fire during arrest attempt; questions remain about local ties, jurisdiction, and Florida charges