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Sumter County sheriff suspends Flock camera system after detective arrested for database misuse

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Sumter County — The Sumter County Sheriff's Office has suspended its use of the Flock Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) camera system after a detective was arrested and accused of using law enforcement databases for personal reasons, Sheriff Patrick Breeden announced. Detective B

#cops and crime #flock cameras #police corruption

https://www.ocalapost.com/citrus-county-corrections-officer-pleads-guilty-in-federal-bribery-cse/

Citrus County corrections officer pleads guilty in federal bribery cse

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Citrus County, Florida — Former Citrus County corrections officer Justin Harvey, 50, has pleaded guilty in federal court to accepting a bribe in exchange for smuggling contraband into the Citrus County Detention Facility, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Fl

#citrus county #government corruption #police corruption

https://www.ocalapost.com/the-kratom-confusion-why-natural-kratom-leaf-is-not-the-same-as-concentrated-store-bought-products/

The Kratom Confusion: Why Natural Kratom Leaf Is Not the Same as Concentrated Store-Bought Products

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In recent years, kratom has become the subject of intense debate. Headlines often refer to “kratom” as if every product carrying that name is the same. But that is a major oversimplification, and the ignorance of many officials could cost those who rely on he plant in a big way. Scientists s

#drugs #kratom

https://www.ocalapost.com/notice-of-action-estate-of-paula-sheldon/

Notice of Action: ESTATE OF PAULA SHELDON

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`IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MARION COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2026-CA-000439 MIDFLORIDA CREDIT UNION, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO COMMUNITY BANK AND TRUST OF FLORIDA, Plaintiff, vs. THE ESTATE OF

#legals

https://www.ocalapost.com/traffic-advisory-southbound-i-75-off-ramp-to-c-r-484-nighttime-closure-to-start-june-22/

Traffic Advisory: Southbound I-75 off-ramp to C.R. 484 nighttime closure to start June 22

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Motorists are advised that the southbound Interstate 75 (I-75) off ramp to County Road (C.R.) 484 at Exit 341 will close Monday night, June 22, for installation of traffic detection sensors. The closure may be extended to Tuesday night, June 23, if necessary. The closures will begin at 8 p.m. and

#local traffic #traffic alert

https://www.ocalapost.com/download-new-album-now/

Download new album now

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#Country music

https://www.ocalapost.com/man-struck-by-vehicle-killed-while-mowing-lawn/

Man struck by vehicle, killed while mowing lawn

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Ocala, Florida -- A Marion County man is facing a vehicular homicide charge after authorities say he drove off the roadway and struck a man operating a riding lawn mower, resulting in the victim's death. According to FHP officials, Gary Steve Rowell was arrested on June 17 and charged with

#vehicular homicide

https://www.ocalapost.com/two-fhp-troopers-surrender-to-authorities-facing-multiple-felony-charges/

Two FHP troopers surrender to authorities, facing multiple felony charges

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Florida -- Two members of the Florida Highway Patrol surrendered to authorities Wednesday following an investigation that resulted in multiple felony charges, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office. FHP Captain Lenita King turned herself in and was booked into the Osceola County

#cops and crime #crime #FHP #florida #police corruption

https://www.ocalapost.com/is-marion-county-still-the-horse-capital/

Is Marion County still the horse capital?

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Marion County, Florida -- For generations, Marion County has proudly carried the title of "Horse Capital of the World," a designation built on its vast horse farms, renowned Thoroughbred breeding operations, and deep-rooted equine culture. But as rapid development continues across Central

#horse capital #horses

https://www.ocalapost.com/fabove-the-law-law-abiding-citizens-should-be-very-concerned/

Above the law? Law-Abiding citizens should be very concerned

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Florida -- Civil liberties advocates are sounding the alarm after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation that critics say tilts Florida's criminal justice system further in favor of law enforcement while reducing protections for citizens who may be subjected to unlawful arrests or brutal

#above the law #cops and crime #police corruption #politics

https://www.ocalapost.com/police-officer-arrested-crimes-against-children/

Police officer arrested, crimes against children

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Tampa, Florida -- A Tampa police officer has been fired and arrested after an Internet Crimes Against Children investigation uncovered what authorities describe as an unlawful relationship with a 16-year-old boy involving explicit communications, financial transactions, and allegations of

#cops and crime #pedophile #Police sex offender

https://www.ocalapost.com/chrysler-recalls-over-1-million-vehicles/

Chrysler recalls over 1 million vehicles

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US — Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram, has issued a massive safety recall affecting more than 1.07 million vehicles in the United States after federal regulators identified a defect that could increase the risk of vehicle fires, even when the vehicles are parked a

#business #chrysler #recall

https://www.ocalapost.com/florida-cfo-says-citrus-county-wasted-39-million-in-taxpayer-money/

Florida CFO says Citrus County wasted $39 million in taxpayer money

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Citrus County — Citrus County taxpayers may have been footing the bill for what Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia describes as more than $39 million in excessive and wasteful government spending, according to findings released during his statewide Fiscal Accountability T

#citrus county #taxpayers

https://www.ocalapost.com/lawsuit-florida-property-tax-bill-could-be-misleading/

Lawsuit: Florida property tax bill could be misleading

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Florida — A growing legal challenge to a proposed Florida constitutional amendment aimed at reducing property taxes is raising questions about whether the wording presented to voters is impartial or designed to persuade support for the measure. The proposed amendment, backed by Gov. Ron D

#government corruption #politics #property taxes

https://www.ocalapost.com/florida-sheriff-throws-temper-tantrum-at-press-conference/

Florida sheriff throws temper tantrum at press conference

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Ocala, Florida — Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods is once again facing criticism after a tense exchange with a reporter during a recent press conference, renewing concerns among press freedom advocates about attempts by public officials to control questioning from the media. The press c

#cops and crime #crooked cops #pedophile #police corruption

https://www.ocalapost.com/are-officials-using-fear-mongering-when-it-comes-to-voting-for-property-tax-cuts/

Are officials using fear-mongering when it comes to voting for property tax cuts?

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Ocala, Florida — As Florida residents continue discussing proposals to reduce or eliminate property taxes, some Marion County officials and government advocates warn that public services could face funding challenges. Critics, however, argue that taxpayers are being asked to a

#marion county #property taxes #sheriff billi woods #taxes

https://www.ocalapost.com/public-says-lawsuit-did-not-properly-address-corruption-within-sheriffs-office/

Public says lawsuit did not properly address corruption within sheriff's office

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Ocala, Florida -- A proposed settlement in a whistleblower lawsuit against the Marion County Sheriff's Office is drawing renewed attention to allegations that former jail officials ignored warnings about inmate medical care while retaliating against an employee who raised concerns. The

#billy woods #government corruption #marion county sheriff's office #police corruption

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