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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges ... more
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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office ... more
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IRS warns of tax credit scams targeting the tribal community
The Internal Revenue Service today warned taxpayers, tribal communities, businesses and tax professionals about promoters selling fake “Tribal Tax Credits” ... more
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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) ... more
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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office ... more
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Two men accused of threatening HCSO deputies
On Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026, Hendry County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) became involved in an officer involved shooting more
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HCSO holds press conference on officer involved shooting
The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office held a press conference following an officer involved shooting that sparked backlash online. more
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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or DUI charges by HCSO, CPD, FHP, FWC, and DOC. more
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Officer-involved shooting investigated
During the evening hours of Saturday, August 29, 2026 at approximately 5 p.m... more
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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office ... more
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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office ... more
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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the ... more
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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the ... more
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LABELLE –– On Thursday, July 30, 2026, Hendry County Sheriff S. Whidden announced the promotion of Detective Justin Goldberg to the position of Road Patrol Sergeant, East District. Sgt. Goldberg has been employed with the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office since 2022 where he was assigned to road patrol. In 2024, Goldberg transferred to the Criminal Investigative Division and was assigned to the General Crimes Unit. [Photo courtesy Hendry County Sheriff’s Office]
Sheriff Whidden promotes Detective Goldberg to Road Patrol Sgt.
On Thursday, July 30, 2026, Hendry County Sheriff S. Whidden announced the promotion of Detective Justin Goldberg to the position of Road Patrol Sergeant ... more
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LABELLE –– On Thursday, July 30, 2026, Hendry County Sheriff S. Whidden swore in Marvin Similien who will be assigned to the Hendry County Jail Division. Similien comes to HCSO with 4 years of experience. “We’re glad to have you back Marvin”, said Sheriff Whidden. Correctional Officer Similien was previously employed with Hendry County Jail from 2022 to 2025, leaving for a brief period of time, returning on July 27, 2026. [Photo courtesy Hendry County Sheriff’s Office]
HCSO Sheriff Whidden swears in Correctional Officer Marvin Similien
On Thursday, July 30, 2026, Hendry County Sheriff S. Whidden swore in Marvin Similien who will be assigned to the Hendry County Jail Division. more
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Chief Stevens & Capt Hubbard attends conference..CLEWISTON –– In July, Chief Brent Stevens, Public Information Officer J Hubbard, and Captain David Hubbard proudly represented the LaBelle Fire Department at the Florida Fire Chiefs’ Association Executive Development Conference. The Conference brings together fire service leaders from across Florida to strengthen leadership, enhance professional development, and share innovative strategies that improve emergency services. [Photo courtesy LaBelle Fire Department}
LaBelle Fire Dept. Chief Stevens & Capt Hubbard attends conference
In July, Chief Brent Stevens, Public Information Officer J Hubbard, and Captain David Hubbard proudly represented the LaBelle Fire Department ... more
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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the HCSO, the Clewiston CPD, the FHP, the FWC and theDOC, July 20-27. more
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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the HCSO, the CPD, the FHP, the FWC, and the DOC, July 13-19. more
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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the HCSO, the CPD, the FHP, the FWC, and the DOC, July 5-12. more
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Man arrested on multiple felony charges of physical violence
HENDRY COUNTY — A man that has been running from Law Enforcement since... more
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