Ocala Police investigating shooting at E.D. Croskey Center
Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, at the E.D. Croskey Center, located at 1510 NW 4th St, in Ocala.
Florida man accused of attacking Amazon driver on delivery route, deputies say
An Amazon delivery driver is recovering after being attacked on his route in Ocala, with the arrest of the alleged assailant captured on body camera footage.
Susan Lorincz seeks reduced sentence in AJ Owens manslaughter conviction
Susan Louise Lorincz, convicted of manslaughter in the fatal shooting of her neighbor, AJ Owens, has filed a motion requesting a reduced sentence.
Ocala teacher arrested for allegedly sending inappropriate Snapchat messages to student
An Ocala teacher has been arrested, accused of sending inappropriate messages to a student on Snapchat, according to police.
Ocala woman saved from sinking car in retention pond after suffering medical episode
A woman was pulled to safety after driving into a retention pond following what is believed to be a medical episode, authorities said.
Family loses everything when tree falls on apartment during Hurricane Helene
Dalon Charles’ mother, wife, and two children were all inside their apartment when a tree came crashing down on the roof.
Marion County deputy shoots, kills girlfriend with rifle while teaching how to clean guns, police say
A former Marion County sheriff's deputy was arrested Thursday under suspicion of manslaughter after his girlfriend was shot in the head and killed, according to the Ocala Police Department.
Former Florida youth basketball coach accused of molesting children, holding teen captive
A former Boys and Girls Club basketball coach in Marion County is accused of child molestation, human trafficking, and the production and possession of child pornography, among other criminal acts, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.
Victim of deadly Marion County shooting identified; suspect in custody
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim of a deadly shooting that happened on Tuesday afternoon.
5 students charged, principal injured in fight at West Port High School, officials say
Five students were arrested and a principal was injured during a fight that broke out at West Port High School in Ocala on Monday, according to the school district.
Publix employees honored for saving colleague’s life during medical episode inside Florida store
Two Publix employees in Florida were honored for their quick actions that saved a colleague’s life.
Susan Lorincz guilty in manslaughter
Susan Lorincz shot and killed AJ Owens last year over Owens' children playing near her yard. Owens' family was in court all week and say they are happy about the jury finding Lorincz guilty.
AJ Owens' mother speaks after Lorincz verdict
Aj Owens' mother spoke to the media after a jury found Susan Lorincz guilty of manslaughter on Friday, August 16, 2024
Jury finds Lorincz guilty of killing neighbor
A jury has found Florida woman Susan Lorincz guilty of manslaughter for shooting and killing her neighbor AJ Owens.
Susan Lorincz Trial Day 3: State rests in trial of woman accused of shooting, killing neighbor through door
The defense has officially rested its case in the trial to determine whether Susan Lorincz will go to prison for the manslaughter of Ajike “AJ” Owens.
Susan Lorincz trial coming to an end
Susan Lorincz did not take the stand in her trial. The woman is accused of shooting through her door, killing Ajay Owens in Ocala.
Ocala woman forced to evacuate new home due to ground depression
A woman in Ocala is being forced to move out of her home, she said, due to the sudden appearance of large holes on her property
Susan Lorincz Trial Day 2: Suspect was on narcotics during deadly shooting, prosecutors say
Susan Lorincz was on a painkilling narcotic when she shot and killed AJ Owens, according to investigators. That detail emerged on the second day of Lorincz's trial, raising questions about her clarity and honesty with Marion County Sheriff’s Office detectives.
Witness testimony at Susan Lorincz trial
The second day of the Susan Lorincz trial happened Wednesday. Two of Ajay Owen's kids will not be testifying.
Depression forces woman out of brand new home
A woman had to move out of a brand new home in Ocala after holes opened up near her home after Hurricane Debby hit. The home is deemed too dangerous to live in.