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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“I had a bad night,” yelled the man who had been reportedly jumping in front of cars on Southeast 40th Avenue.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 1/21/26 |
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Just one day after one woman reported a bullet going through her home, a second woman called 911 to complain of the same thing.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 1/21/26 |
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A Saint Cloud teen was arrested on multiple charges recently after she was pulled over for a traffic stop.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 1/21/26 |
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After a bullet went through her home and narrowly missed her washing machine, an Okeechobee woman called the law.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 1/21/26 |
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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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1/21/26
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January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time to bring attention to a crime that often remains hidden while affecting communities ....
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By Florida Alliance to End Human Trafficking
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1/20/26
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A motorcycle driver allegedly tried to pull a fast one on law enforcement last week and claimed he was not the driver but the passenger.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 1/20/26 |
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In the wee hours of Saturday, Jan. 10, an Okeechobee man was arrested and charged with DUI after allegedly falling off his scooter as he left a bar.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 1/20/26 |
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An Okeechobee man was charged with disorderly conduct last week after pulling his pants down inside a business and placing his buttocks on the store’s card reader.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 1/20/26 |
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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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1/20/26
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the HCSO ...
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Special to Hendry County News
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1/19/26
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As a winter storm impacts much of the country this week, South Florida is also expected to see a noticeable drop in temperatures ...
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By American Red Cross
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1/19/26
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A naked homeless woman was arrested after allegedly assaulting a police officer this week.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 1/15/26 |
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An Okeechobee man reportedly used his SUV to ram the gate of a woman he hoped to date.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 1/15/26 |
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The Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office and Okeechobee County Building and Zoning urge residents to use caution ...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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1/15/26
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A Fort Pierce woman was arrested last week after allegedly shoving an elderly woman and throwing her cane in the road.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 1/14/26 |
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Drug Enforcement Administration’s Miami Field Division continues to target fentanyl traffickers as part...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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1/14/26
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The following individuals were arrested on felony or DUI charges by HCSO, CPD, FHP, FWC and DOC.
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Special to Hendry County News
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1/14/26
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First responders were treated to lunch Friday at Okeechobee Church of God.
"Great food, awesome people, and perfect timing! It was a great day!! We appreciate you!" said the sheriff's …
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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1/13/26
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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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1/13/26
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