These columns list arrests and not convictions, unless otherwise stated. Anyone listed here who is later found not guilty or has had the charges against them dropped is welcome to inform this newspaper. The information will be confirmed and printed.
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An inmate at the Okeechobee Correctional Institution was arrested recently after allegedly stabbing a corrections officer with the intention of killing him.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/15/26 |
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges…
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7/14/26
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After raw sewage flooded her house for the fifth time in two days, a woman finally called the law.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/13/26 |
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Disability Advocacy & Support Specialists (DASS) is urging Florida families and community recreational programs…
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7/12/26
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Deputy Abdelquader of the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to Raulerson Hospital on June 26 after a nurse reported finding illegal drugs.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/12/26 |
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After falling off an electric scooter, a man told deputies he was hit by a vehicle.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/12/26 |
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After a stranger with a machete in his hand banged on his door and woke him up, an Okeechobee man called 911.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/12/26 |
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A man convicted of two counts DUI manslaughter/leaving the scene in 2003 was back in court today after requesting resentencing.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/10/26 |
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What is known in police jargon as a “superspeeder” was arrested yesterday, June 9, after allegedly travelling at speeds in excess of 122mph in an attempt to elude law enforcement.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/10/26 |
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When he heard a woman shouting for help, a boater quickly called 911.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/9/26 |
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On Tuesday, July 7, Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office gave children the children of Our Village Summer Camp...
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7/8/26
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Thanks to a generous surplus of cakes and cupcakes, our clients enjoyed plenty of delicious treats…
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7/8/26
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A St. Lucie County deputy found himself the victim of a reckless driver recently when a truck drove through his yard.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/8/26 |
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After realizing her checking account was overdrawn, a woman discovered fraudulent activity on the account.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/7/26 |
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges…
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7/7/26
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A food truck on State Road 70 East reported having a cooler outside their truck broken into recently.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/6/26 |
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A 911 caller followed an alleged drunk driver until a deputy could reach them.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/6/26 |
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An Okeechobee woman was trespassed from Starbucks after being accused of throwing her drink at the employees...
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/6/26 |
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Recently, a caregiver was arrested and charged with battery on a person 65 years of age or older after allegedly slamming a 79-year-old man’s leg in a door.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/6/26 |
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An Okeechobee man located his stolen e-bike by using a hidden AirTag strategically placed on the bike.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/6/26 |