Powerful Federal Drug and Gun Charges Rock the Mary Esther Community

A Mary Esther man is facing federal charges tied to fentanyl trafficking and illegal firearm possession following a grand jury indictment.
Surveillance Video and Public Tips Help Expose PAWS Donation Theft

Fort Walton Beach Police arrested a local man after a donation box containing cash was stolen from the Panhandle Animal Welfare Society earlier this week.
Shocking Federal Indictment Brings Serious Prison Threat for Florida Airman

A Tyndall Air Force Base airman has been indicted on federal child pornography charges and faces up to decades in prison if convicted.
Urgent Alert: Fake Navy Federal Scam Leads to $19K Cash Shipment

Fort Walton Beach police recovered $19,000 in cash after intercepting a FedEx shipment tied to a phone scam impersonating Navy Federal Credit Union.
Traffic Stop in Niceville Leads to Major Drug Arrest

A Niceville traffic stop led to the seizure of fentanyl, meth, and dozens of pills, resulting in the arrest of a 40-year-old man now held without bond.
Powerful Federal Sting Uncovers Massive Cocaine Operation on the Water

A Marathon charter captain was arrested after allegedly selling cocaine to undercover officers in a federal maritime drug trafficking sting.
Fast Start: New K-9 Atlas Takes Down Meth Suspect in First Patrol Stop

Walton Countyβs newest K-9, Atlas, made his first arrest after detecting nearly 10 grams of meth during a DeFuniak Springs traffic stop.
Crestview Shooting Investigation Uncovers Illegal Weapons Cache Inside Apartment

A Crestview disturbance led to a shooting injury and the discovery of seven firearms, resulting in charges against a convicted felon.
Violent Night of Gunfire Leaves Shalimar Man Wounded as Deputies Launch Urgent Manhunt

A Shalimar man was hospitalized after a Thursday night shooting as OCSO investigates a stolen suspect vehicle and a possible second shooting connection.
Disturbing Arrest: Fort Walton Beach Man Accused of Lewd Act

A Fort Walton Beach man was arrested after deputies say he committed a lewd act in front of juvenile girls near David Street.