Retired Putnam County teacher arrested for child sexual assault

The father of the child told deputies that he noticed his child was acting “very differently” and “having nightmares.” PUTNAM COUNTY, Fla. — A retired Putnam County teacher was arrested…

Read more »

Arrest of 82-year-old accused of sexual assault on child in Putnam County leads deputies to press for other victims

PUTNAM COUNTY, Fla. – The recent arrest of an 82-year-old man facing a capital sexual assault on children charge in Putnam County has led to the search for more potential…

Read more »

Two women allege sexual assault while on Carnival Elation trip

Amber Sherer and Dongayla Dobson tell ABC News that a resort staff member offered them a two-for-one drink, which they then “almost immediately began feeling ill.” JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Two…

Read more »

Protocols to reporting sexual assault in Duval County schools

First Coast News is diving into the Duval County Public School district’s reporting process for sexual assault claims. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Duval County School District is investigating after the…

Read more »

Duval schools substitute accused of sexual assault by student

A spokesperson for Duval County Public Schools said Charger Academy leadership followed correct procedures in reporting the incident to law enforcement and DCF. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A Jacksonville family plans…

Read more »

Lake City man arrested, accused of sexual assault of a juvenile

LAKE CITY, Fla. – The Lake City police announced the arrest of Dallas Walters, 26, for sexual assault of a juvenile. Police say on Jan. 27, 2024 a witness told…

Read more »

Woman accused of crashing through gate at Jaguars practice facility faces DUI, officer assault charges

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A 32-year-old woman was arrested Monday night after she was accused of intentionally crashing her car into the Jacksonville Jaguars practice facility next to EverBank Stadium. After…

Read more »

UNF never told student the man deemed responsible for their sexual assault wasn’t included on graduation program

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A University of North Florida student who was under the impression that the man they say assaulted them in their dorm room two years ago would also…

Read more »

Former JSO lieutenant arrested, charged with child sexual assault in St. Johns County

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. – The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office has arrested former JSO lieutenant, Christopher Tyree, for sexual battery against a child under 12. The arrest warrant says…

Read more »