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Florida Attorney General Warns Winter Haven on Alleged Homeless Camping Violations

The Office of Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier sent a letter dated January 6, 2026, to Winter Haven City Attorney Frederick John Murphy, Jr., notifying the city of alleged repeated… The post ** Florida Attorney General Warns Winter Haven on Alleged Homeless Camping Violations ** appeared first on .Winter Haven · Winter Haven Read Article

Florida Man Breaks Into Pickup Truck and Fire Station to Steal Official Clothing

Break-in | Henadzi Pechan via iStockPhotoOne Florida man committed multiple break-ins. Was he looking for cash, electronics, or other valuables? Nope. It appears 22-year-old Daniel Alejandro Puga was undergoing a fashion makeover. On Dec. 23, Puga waited until an auto parts store closed. He allegedly smashed the rear window of a pickup truck parked outside. His target was a special-edition cowboy hat bearing Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd’s name…Winter Haven · Winter Haven Read Article

Disturbance Call In Winter Haven Lands Orange County Fugitive Behind Bars On Slew Of Charges

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WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – What began as a response to a domestic dispute on Friday ended with a significant arrest after Polk County deputies stumbled upon a man wanted for a laundry list of violent felonies in a neighboring county. According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to a home on Lake […] Disturbance Call In Winter Haven Lands Orange County Fugitive Behind Bars On Slew Of ChargesWinter Haven · Winter Haven Read Article

Heartbreaking: Family forced to euthanize puppy adopted from animal shelter for their young son

Just two weeks before Christmas, a Lakeland family was forced to euthanize their 10-week-old puppy, named Ozzy, shortly after adopting him from the Polk County Animal Control Shelter in Winter Haven, Florida. On December 13, Mike Cole and his wife adopted Ozzy during a free adoption event at the Winter Haven shelter. After the puppy’s neutering […] The post Heartbreaking: Family forced to euthanize puppy adopted from animal shelter for their you…Winter Haven · Winter Haven Read Article

Police: Convicted felon hit woman in head with firearm, chased her with car in Winter Haven

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Winter Haven police said James Kendrick, 46, struck a woman "numerous times" before chasing her in a car as she ran away.Winter Haven · Winter Haven See the Story

Mochinut opens its doors in Winter Haven with trendy sweets

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Savory treats also on the menuWinter Haven · Winter Haven Read Article

Search underway for suspect in Winter Haven shooting that left 1 injured

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Investigators in Winter Haven are searching for a suspect believed to be involved in a shooting that happened over the weekend.Winter Haven · Winter Haven Read Article

WANTED: Winter Haven Police Hunting Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder After Drive-By

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WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – Police in Winter Haven have launched a search for a 20-year-old local man accused of opening fire on two pedestrians over the weekend. Authorities identified the suspect as Diante Leon Scarvers of Winter Haven. Detectives have obtained an arrest warrant charging him with two counts of Attempted First-Degree Murder following the […] WANTED: Winter Haven Police Hunting Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder After Drive-ByWinter Haven · Winter Haven Read Article

One Bad Turn: Winter Haven Traffic Stop Spirals Into Felony Drug Bust For Trio

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WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – A simple traffic violation Monday night turned into a significant drug bust for Winter Haven police, landing three people behind bars on a slew of felony charges. The incident began around 9:28 p.m. when a patrol officer spotted a black Jeep Gladiator making an improper left turn onto First St. N […] One Bad Turn: Winter Haven Traffic Stop Spirals Into Felony Drug Bust For TrioWinter Haven · Winter Haven Read Article

Driver Suffers Critical Injuries in Crash with Winter Haven Fire Engine, Police Say

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An SUV driver suffered critical injuries upon striking a Winter Haven fire truck that was turning at an intersection, according to police.Law · Winter Haven See the Story

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** Florida Attorney General Warns Winter Haven on Alleged Homeless Camping Violations **

Florida Man Breaks Into Pickup Truck and Fire Station to Steal Official Clothing

Disturbance Call In Winter Haven Lands Orange County Fugitive Behind Bars On Slew Of Charges

Heartbreaking: Family forced to euthanize puppy adopted from animal shelter for their young son

Police: Convicted felon hit woman in head with firearm, chased her with car in Winter Haven

Mochinut opens its doors in Winter Haven with trendy sweets

Search underway for suspect in Winter Haven shooting that left 1 injured

WANTED: Winter Haven Police Hunting Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder After Drive-By

One Bad Turn: Winter Haven Traffic Stop Spirals Into Felony Drug Bust For Trio

Driver Suffers Critical Injuries in Crash with Winter Haven Fire Engine, Police Say

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** Florida Attorney General Warns Winter Haven on Alleged Homeless Camping Violations **

Florida Man Breaks Into Pickup Truck and Fire Station to Steal Official Clothing

Disturbance Call In Winter Haven Lands Orange County Fugitive Behind Bars On Slew Of Charges

Heartbreaking: Family forced to euthanize puppy adopted from animal shelter for their young son

Police: Convicted felon hit woman in head with firearm, chased her with car in Winter Haven

Mochinut opens its doors in Winter Haven with trendy sweets

Search underway for suspect in Winter Haven shooting that left 1 injured

WANTED: Winter Haven Police Hunting Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder After Drive-By

One Bad Turn: Winter Haven Traffic Stop Spirals Into Felony Drug Bust For Trio

Driver Suffers Critical Injuries in Crash with Winter Haven Fire Engine, Police Say

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Florida Attorney General Warns Winter Haven on Alleged Homeless Camping Violations

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Florida Attorney General Warns Winter Haven on Alleged Homeless Camping Violations