Sex Offender Arrested After Dog Abandoned in Brevard County
47 year old Alain Magloire is being held without bond after deputies say surveillance video showed him abandoning a dog in a Brevard County parking lot. Sheriff Wayne Ivey says data from Magloire’s court-ordered GPS ankle monitor also placed him at the scene. He faces animal abandonment and probation violation charges.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFormer Titusville Police Chief Contests Careless Driving Ticket
Former Titusville Police Chief John Lau is contesting a $169 careless driving ticket tied to his June rollover crash in a city-owned vehicle. Lau pleaded not guilty and requested a hearing, which is scheduled for September 17. He was fired after refusing an alcohol or drug test.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSuspects Sought After Titusville Home Shot Up
Titusville police are searching for two suspects accused of firing several rounds into an occupied home on Thomas Street early Saturday. No one was injured. Police say the suspects ran to a newer white sedan, possibly a Mercedes-Benz or Lincoln.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDeputy Investigated After Patrol Car Hits Dog
The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deputy accused of hitting a dog with a patrol vehicle and driving away in Port St. John. Sheriff Wayne Ivey says the injured dog is expected to recover, and the agency will cover its veterinary bills.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTourist Survives Suspected Shark Bite in Volusia County
21 year old Jacorey High of Georgia is recovering after a suspected shark bite in Daytona Beach Shores. Officials say High was wading in waist- to chest-deep water Saturday when he suffered non-life-threatening injuries to his left foot and ankle.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMurder Suspect Arrested at Port Canaveral Waives Extradition
24 year old Martell Murray of Atlanta will be returned to Georgia after Brevard County deputies arrested him at Port Canaveral. Murray was wanted for failing to appear in court in connection with a 2020 murder case. Deputies arrested five others during passenger checks July 17.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMelbourne Says Tap Water Remains Safe Despite Odor
Some Brevard County residents say their tap water smells moldy or like muddy dirt. Melbourne officials blame heavy rainfall and an algal bloom in Lake Washington, which supplies the city’s system. The city says testing shows the water remains safe to drink while treatment adjustments continue.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCentral Florida Heat Continues Before Stormier Weekend
Central Florida will remain mostly dry today, with highs reaching the mid-to-upper 90s and heat index readings as high as 107. Isolated afternoon storms are possible. Rain chances increase to 40 to 50% this weekend, helping lower temperatures into the low 90s.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYLeprosy Cases Rise Slightly in Central Florida
Florida health officials have reported 17 leprosy cases statewide this year, including one in Brevard County and two in Volusia County. Doctors say the disease is difficult to spread, usually requiring prolonged exposure, and is curable with medication. Residents are also advised to avoid contact with armadillos.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSix Passengers Arrested at Port Canaveral
Six cruise passengers encountered deputies at Port Canaveral because of outstanding warrants or alleged probation violations. Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey says one suspect, 24 year old Martell Murray of Georgia, was wanted on a fugitive warrant tied to pending murder charges. Two others were detained after returning from a cruise without probation approval.
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