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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The following individuals were arrested on felony or DUI charges by OCSO, OCPD, FHP, ONTF, FWC, CAT, or DOC.
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10/21/26
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or DUI charges by GCSO, FHP, or SPD.
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10/21/26
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO ...
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10/21/26
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The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) determined that a malicious actor accessed certain department records ...
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10/20/26
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Recently, an Okeechobee County Sheriff’s deputy was dispatched to Raulerson Hospital regarding a man recording staff and patients without permission.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 10/19/26 |
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After someone stole the Ring cameras from a homeowners association, Deputy Jennie Busbin was dispatched to investigate.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 10/19/26 |
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Out on State Road 78 West, a woman called 911 to report her neighbor planted a tree under her mobile home.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 10/19/26 |
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A 19-year-old Okeechobee man was arrested recently after he was accused of driving under the influence and fleeing and eluding arrest.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 10/18/26 |
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An Okeechobee man faces multiple charges after allegedly battering a pregnant woman and threatening law enforcement officers.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 10/17/26 |
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The Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in gathering additional information regarding the movements of homicide suspect Earl Douglas …
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By Sgt. Jack Nash
PIO OCSO | 10/16/26 |
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In a joint news conference with Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office, Indian River County Sheriff...
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 10/15/26 |
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A 15-year-old was arrested recently after allegedly stealing a truck.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 10/14/26 |
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After a convenience store manager realized her store was short $800 on ice sales, she called the law.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 10/14/26 |
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges…
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10/14/26
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On Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 at approximately 7:40 p.m., Hendry County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies responded to the area of El Faro Assembly of God ...
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10/13/26
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges…
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10/12/26
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Overnight American Red Cross volunteer members of the Disaster Action Team, from the Southwest Florida Chapter, responded to a home fire ...
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10/12/26
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Law enforcement was notified recently by a DCF caseworker that an 11-day-old baby they were trying to take custody of, was missing
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 10/9/26 |
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In August, an Okeechobee man was sentenced to three months in county jail followed by...
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 10/9/26 |
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Law enforcement officers, friends, family, and community members gather on the steps of the OCSO early on Friday morning, Oct. 9 to share in the annual …
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 10/9/26 |