These columns list arrests and not convictions, unless otherwise stated. Anyone listed here who is later found not guilty or has had the charges against them dropped is welcome to inform this newspaper. The information will be confirmed and printed.
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A threat assessment was conducted at a local elementary school after one child allegedly told another that she would stab him with a knife.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/13/26 |
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An Okeechobee man said he was scammed by someone on TikTok threatening to turn him in for interacting with a child.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/12/26 |
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A woman found an unwelcome gift on her doorstep recently and called 911.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/12/26 |
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Earlier this month, a woman called 911 regarding the placement of survey markers on her property.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/12/26 |
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Recently, Okeechobee Senior Services received a bomb threat via telephone.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/12/26 |
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Okeechobee County Fire Rescue firefighters rescued a 25-year-old Palm Beach man from a dark...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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11/12/26
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Our Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office family has been reminded of the strength of community...
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By Denise Sikorski
Asst. PIO OCSO | 11/11/26 |
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Secret Service agents recently visited Okeechobee to investigate an alleged threat against President Donald Trump.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/11/26 |
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A local restaurant chose not to pursue charges after a woman hit its speaker box and support pole while going through the drive-thru.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/11/26 |
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Members of the Okeechobee Narcotics Task Force investigated after they were alerted by UPS that a package containing drugs was shipped to Okeechobee.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/10/26 |
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Earlier in November, an Okeechobee woman was arrested after allegedly stealing her ex’s vehicle.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/10/26 |
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What began as a disorderly intoxication investigation ended with a felony battery on a law enforcement officer charge.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/10/26 |
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Early on a Sunday morning, an Okeechobee man was awakened to find an uninvited guest in his home.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/10/26 |
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After a passerby noticed a disabled vehicle near Everglades Elementary School and called 911, the driver was arrested and charged with DUI.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/10/26 |
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Last Sunday, while the roads all over the county were quickly flooding, Okeechobee law enforcement officers…
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/10/26 |
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A woman riding a bike was arrested last week after she was stopped for a traffic violation.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/10/26 |
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An FWC investigation into an elaborate scheme targeting Florida hunters has resulted in a conviction and an 8-year prison sentence.
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By FWC
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11/9/26
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The Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) is joining with its partners around the world ...
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By Florida Gaming Control Commission
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11/9/26
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges…
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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11/9/26
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It’s time to “Stuff the Charger” again and help Floridians in need this holiday season!
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News from FLHSMV
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11/5/26
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