Hundreds at Hurlburt Gather to Remember AC-130J Gunner Killed By Okaloosa Sheriff’s Deputy
Scores of airmen, civilians, and contractors descended on Hurlburt Monday morning to pay their respects to Senior Airman Roger Fortson in a common-access-card-only event held at the base. Hundreds of airmen attended the ceremony—so many overflow bleachers had to be set out on the flight line. The balance of the 4th Special Operations Squadron, Fortson’s unit, escorted the Fortson family to their seats at the memorial. Colonel Patrick Dierig gave the keynote address, aiming to help heal the airmen of the 4th Special Operations Squadron and beyond. The event was broadcast live so deployed airmen could also watch.
Bodycam, Facetime Videos Allegedly Reveal What Happened When Okaloosa Deputy Shot and Killed Hurlburt Airman
The body camera footage delivered by Okaloosa County Sheriff Eric Aden showed Senior Airman Roger Fortson answering the door with a pistol pointed at the ground, followed by the deputy shooting him multiple times. Fortson’s family, represented by attorney Ben Crump, also released video they say Fortson’s girlfriend filmed immediately after the incident.
Family of Airman Allegedly Killed By Okaloosa Sheriff’s Deputy Hires Civil Rights Attorney
Senior Airman Roger Fortson’s tragic death has sparked controversy and demands for transparency as his family seeks answers regarding the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting allegedly committed by an on-duty Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputy. The family has enlisted the help of prominent civil rights attorney Ben Crump, known for his work in high-profile cases involving police accountability.
Police: Niceville Man arrested after threatening to kill wife over changed television channel.
Police say a Niceville man threatened to kill his wife with a gun, then a sword and then knives after a dispute over the television channel.
Here’s What Happened Near 27th Street In Niceville on Thursday:
Breaking News: Florida Highway Patrol’s dramatic search and arrest unfold in Okaloosa County. Find out the details of Leslie Pete Watson’s apprehension!
Accused Ledford Killer in Court for Hearing
Accused killer of Mike Ledford, Dylan Deschaine, was in court today for a hearing. Here’s what happens next in the case.
STATE TROOPERS: Woman Claims She Was Called By ‘God’ To Shoot People on I-10 During Solar Eclipse
A woman from Georgia allegedly told State Troopers she was called by ‘God’ to shoot and wound two people on Interstate 10 during the solar eclipse.
Happy Face Killer Convicted and Sentenced for Decades-Old Murder With Links To Okaloosa County
Keith Hunter Jesperson, known for his smiley face notes left with victims, confessed to killing Suzanne Kjellenberg in Tampa and disposing of her body in Northwest Florida. The case, unresolved for years, found resolution with recent efforts and a life sentence for Jesperson.
Blunt Disregard for the Rules: Wisconsin Man Arrested at VPS for Allegedly Smoking Marijuana At Baggage Terminal
A Wisconsin man faces five years for the sticky-icky.
Deschaine In Court This Week – New Niceville Chief Makes Report to City Council
The accused killer of Mike Ledford, Dylan Deschaine, will make a felony plea appearance in court Tuesday – Meanwhile the new Niceville Police Chief updates the council on crime in the city for February.
