Morning Commute Chaos: Passenger Grabs Steering Wheel, Crashes Car in Rush Hour Incident
What happened that backed up base traffic on John Sims Thursday morning?
Walton County Man Sentenced For Attempted Murder of Sheriff’s Deputy
Dallas Anthony Francis, aged 35, was just handed a hefty 50-year sentence for attempting to murder a law enforcement officer in Florida back in 2022.
Bennett Indicted on Murder Charges Stemming From Missing Persons Report in 2021
Chilling indictment in Walton County! Shawn Richard Bennett faces charges of First Degree Murder and Robbery with a Firearm.
BREAKING: Fugitive Wagner Captured by Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office
Big Arrest in Crestview! Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office nabs 57-year-old fugitive Jeffrey Todd Wagner. Full details on the charges and past criminal history.
Niceville Named Safest City In Florida Again
For the second consecutive year, Niceville, Florida, claims the title of the safest town in Florida, boasting a decline in violent crime rates. With numbers significantly below both the national and state averages, Niceville sets a new standard for community safety.
Niceville Man, on Probation for Drug Trafficking, Arrested Again in Recent Narcotics Bust
Luan An Nguyen, already on probation for drug trafficking, faces new charges after a routine traffic stop uncovered a significant stash of narcotics. From expired medical marijuana cards to a variety of controlled substances, the arrest suggests a continuation of Nguyen’s involvement in drug-related activities.
Alone, Unafraid: Training Reveals The Realities of Active Shooter Response For Niceville Police
Niceville Police Officers undergo specialized training for active shooter scenarios, emphasizing the critical need for rapid response in the first moments of an incident. Chief Popwell aims to instill a sense of gravity in his officers, preparing them for the harsh realities they might face when protecting the community.
Housing Affordability Threatens Public Safety in Okaloosa. Here’s Why:
The Latest, Greatest Threat to Public Safety in Okaloosa County It isn’t drug dealers, homicidal maniacs, roving biker gangs or mobs of angry high schoolers. It’s the price of housing. Homes and apartments in Niceville, Valparaiso and the rest of Okaloosa County are quickly becoming out of financial reach for local law enforcement. Basically, it […]
