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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Deputy Merlino of the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to Northeast 13th Avenue after a report of a woman yelling, running, and kicking trash cans.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/13/26 |
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“Three strikes and you are out” works for shoplifting too. Though normally a misdemeanor...
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/13/26 |
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A woman called 911 recently to report an unknown man stuffed a plastic bag in the gas tank of her car.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/13/26 |
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the ...
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8/12/26
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An Okeechobee man was arrested and charged with disturbing the peace after several citizens complained about loud music.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/12/26 |
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Okeechobee County Fire Rescue and Okeechobee County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched recently regarding a head injury.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/11/26 |
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A firefighter accidentally backed an ambulance into a light pole, but no significant damage was noted.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/11/26 |
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James “Terry” McCay, owner of Big O Boats, was arrested yesterday in Highlands County.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/11/26 |
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges…
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8/10/26
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The Okeechobee County Sports Complex was the scene of law enforcement activity after a teen allegedly thought it would be fun to do donuts near the basketball courts.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/10/26 |
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Glades County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by Florida Highway Patrol FHP, Glades County Sheriff's Office GCSO or …
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8/10/26
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Deputy D. Peters was dispatched to a traffic stop to assist a city police officer with a possibly impaired driver.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/10/26 |
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An Okeechobee resident was cited recently after she was accused of driving at speeds in excess of 100mph.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/10/26 |
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Found in a condemned house, an Okeechobee couple was arrested on multiple charges.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/10/26 |
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Law enforcement officers were dispatched after a man was reportedly hit by a vehicle deliberately.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/10/26 |
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Recently, an inmate of the Everglades Youth Academy was arrested after allegedly head-butting and biting staff members.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/10/26 |
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After her Jeep hit a tree and a utility guy wire, an Okeechobee woman reportedly said she hit the wrong pedal and intended to brake.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/10/26 |
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After months of investigation, two Okeechobee women were arrested and charged with grand theft.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 8/10/26 |
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A marked Hendry County Sheriff’s Office vehicle with activated emergency lights and sirens was involved in a traffic crash on Montura Avenue at South Hacienda Street on Aug. 8 ...
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8/10/26
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Okeechobee City police officer Chad Troutman was recognized for 20 years of service to the city during the Okeechobee City Council's August 4 meeting.
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8/6/26
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