Grand Theft

Man charged with murder after father’s body found in freezer

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LEE COUNTY, Florida- In River Hall, a shocking discovery has led to a man being charged with second-degree murder, credit card fraud, and grand theft. The body of 60-year-old Brian was found concealed in a freezer at his home, leading to the arrest of his son, Jake. The local sheriff’s office reports that Jake allegedly shot his father while he was in bed, claiming it was a response to a suicide request. Following the act, …

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Man arrested after plowing stolen tractor into Walmart store

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Gainesville, Florida – A local man was apprehended on Monday evening following a chaotic incident involving a stolen excavator and a Walmart store. Jesse Charles Smith, 47, is accused of commandeering the heavy-duty machinery and causing significant damage to a storage facility on SW 40th Boulevard in the southwestern part of Gainesville, according to local law enforcement. After the initial destruction, Smith reportedly embarked on a reckless journey through the city streets, toppling power poles …

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