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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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges…
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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11/9/26
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges…
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11/9/26
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It’s time to “Stuff the Charger” again and help Floridians in need this holiday season!
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News from FLHSMV
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11/5/26
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A 10-year-old boy was transported to Raulerson Hospital last month after he fell while playing with a stick and injured his eye.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/5/26 |
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Recently, an Okeechobee man was shot while taking a shower in his own home.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/4/26 |
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The pastor of a local church called 911 recently to report a suspicious vehicle on the church property.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/4/26 |
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A homeless couple was trespassed from a local RV Park after using the shower without permission.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/4/26 |
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After her neighbor allegedly stole her package, a woman called 911 to report it.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/4/26 |
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Recently, an Okeechobee deputy was dispatched regarding a complaint involving tree roots.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/4/26 |
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Hendry County Sheriff Steve Whidden announces the arrest of 27-year-old, K-9 Deputy Braxton Haight on Nov. 3, 2026, on charges of Extortion under Florida Statute 836.05.
On Tuesday, Nov. …
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News from HCSO
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11/4/26
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Hendry County Sheriff Steve Whidden announces the arrest of 27-year-old, K-9 Deputy Braxton Haight...
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News from HCSO
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11/4/26
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An Okeechobee man was arrested at the scene of an accident involving injury to multiple people.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/3/26 |
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A pizza-delivery person called 911 recently to tell them she was paid for a delivery with counterfeit bills.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/3/26 |
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An Okeechobee man allegedly dug a trench across a rural road in an effort to slow down a speeding neighbor, according to Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office reports.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/3/26 |
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A dispute over a missing bulldog prompted a deputy to respond to a home on Southwest 22nd Street...
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/3/26 |
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An Okeechobee teen was arrested Oct. 16 and charged with two counts of battery on a law enforcement officer.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/3/26 |
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An Okeechobee man was arrested recently after he allegedly stole a vehicle from the mother of his children.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/3/26 |
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After a custody dispute, a man allegedly held the child’s mother against her will and attacked her physically.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 11/3/26 |
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the...
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Special to Hendry County News
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11/3/26
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges…
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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11/3/26
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