Gun Fired Inside Niceville Home, Infant Present

Niceville police arrested a woman after a firearm was discharged during a domestic disturbance at a home where a 9-month-old child was present.
Former Rocky Bayou teacher accused of molestation pleads to battery.

Aaron Gleason, a former teacher at Rocky Bayou Christian School, pleaded guilty to felony assault as a part of an agreement with the Office of the State Attorney. More here:
Deputies: Woman Arrested Years After Alleged Walmart Credit Card Fraud Spree

Deputies say a woman allegedly used another personβs credit cards during six transactions at two Okaloosa County Walmart locations.
Judge Denies Stand Your Ground Motion in Ledford Murder Case

A local man accused of murder wonβt get his case tossed under Stand Your Groundβsee why the judge says the evidence doesnβt add up.
Vehicle Burglary Arrest Made in Niceville

The Niceville Police Department arrested Michael Shawn Reiley for vehicle burglaries, recovering stolen firearms with the help of community-provided video evidence.
Dylan Deschaine’s Attorney Wants His Niceville Murder Case Dismissed. Here’s The Powerful Reason Why:

Newly obtained security footage from Paradise Liquors and Bealls provides further insight into the events leading up to the death of local restauranteur Mike Ledford. The videos depict a confrontation between Ledford and Dylan Deschaine, his alleged killer, and subsequent altercations in the parking lot. Deschaineβs defense attorney has filed a motion to dismiss the case under Floridaβs stand-your-ground law. A hearing on the motion is scheduled for December 19.
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.
Whack-A-Mole, But With Drugs: Niceville PD Busts Alleged Drug Den on College Cove

The Niceville Police executed a raid in the drug-prone College Cove neighborhood, leading to multiple arrests as part of their ongoing efforts to combat drug-related issues in the community. The operation follows increased police presence as the city expands its jurisdiction, with local residents expressing support for the efforts to improve community safety.
Niceville City Council Recap June 2023

Policing, Purple Pipes to Deer Moss Creek and that dadgum left turn lane at Palm and State Route 20, and the last day of construction on John Sims Parkway – all covered at the Niceville City Council Meeting in June.
Suspect Apprehended in Niceville area after a all-day standoff on 23rd Street.

A man is under arrest Wednesday evening after a nearly 10-hour standoff between Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputies at the home of Michael Steven Leavins on 23rd Street in Niceville.