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Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office offers tips to avoid scams
Since scammers have become very creative in their techniques, we feel that arming the public with knowledge is a great tool in preventing those in our community from becoming victims of these dishonest schemes. more
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Local singer arrested in Fort Pierce
A local country singer was arrested in Fort Pierce this week during a traffic stop. more
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Okeechobee men charged with robbery
OKEECHOBEE — Two Okeechobee men were arrested last week after allegedly robbing a boy on his way home from the ball field. more
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Teacher accused of sexual activity with minor
OKEECHOBEE -- On Tuesday, Feb.21, 2023, Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a call referencing a concern regarding a teacher, Paige Leduc, a 26 and a minor child. … more
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County to pay $1.2 million to family of woman killed in crash
Compensation for the family of a woman killed in a 2013 accident involving an OCSO patrol car .... more
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Okeechobee Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO), the Okeechobee City … more
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Titus Henderson was Okeechobee County's first Black firefighter, but he didn't stop there.
Inspiring Okeechobee: Henderson likes to excel at everything he does
This week’s Inspiring Okeechobee selection was the first Black man to work as a firefighter for Okeechobee County Fire Rescue. more
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OCSO works with Polk County Sheriff's Office on human trafficking case
Okeechobee County Detectives participate in undercover human trafficking investigation "Operation Traffic Stop" resulting in 213 arrests by Polk County Sheriff's Office. more
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Ryane Ammons was selected Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. Pictured left to right are Major Michael Hazellief, Ryane Ammons and Sheriff Noel Stephen.
Deputy selected Law Enforcement Officer of the Year
Detective Ryane Ammons is the recipient of the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award. more
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Deputies investigate threats against Osceola Middle School
On Feb. 17, at approximately 8 a.m.,  School Resource Officer Demarcus Dixon received a report from students and staff members at Osceola Middle School regarding written threats to kill, and to … more
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Fourth member of auto theft ring sentenced
The fourth person involved in a three-county vehicle theft ring was sentenced this week.  more
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Today, we would like to share with you our Corrections Support Staff Employee of the Year, Wendy Parker. Wendy was nominated in the Third Quarter by a member of her Command Staff for her exemplary work and attitude. Wendy is always smiling, a pleasure to work with, and goes the extra mile. Wendy has filled in numerous times when short staffed, and does so cheerfully and never complains. She takes an interest in learning and takes such pride in her work. We Congratulate Wendy on her well deserved award! Pictured are Major Michael Hazellief, Wendy Parker and Sheriff Noel Stephen.
OCSO recognizes excellent employee
Today, we would like to share with you our Corrections Support Staff Employee of the Year, Wendy Parker. more
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Today, we will tell you about Detention Deputy Joseph Benjamin, who was awarded our Detention Deputy of the Year Award. Benjamin was nominated in the third quarter by one of his Command Staff members. Benjamin has an outstanding personality, is always willing to take on new tasks, always willing to learn, and to help out new Detention Deputies. Benjamin is very driven in his work, and gets along with everyone. He will be a great leader one day, and we look forward to seeing his continued success. Great Job Detention Deputy Benjamin, and Congratulations to you on your well deserved award. Pictured left to right are Major Michael Hazellief, Deputy Benjamin and Sheriff Noel E. Stephen.
OCSO recognizes outstanding employee
 Detention deputy Joseph Benjamin was awarded our Detention Deputy of the Year Award. more
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Squatter accused of shooting at cats and police officers
A man reportedly squatting in an abandoned house was accused of shooting at a cat and then at police officers last year in October. more
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Couple assaulted in their home
An Okeechobee couple claimed they were assaulted in their own home this week. more
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'Diaper Bandit' accused of grand theft auto
A former Okeechobee resident was informed Monday that an arrest had been made in her vehicle theft case. more
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State dedicates memorial for victims at Florida School for Boys
On Jan. 14, a memorial was dedicated to memories of the boys who lived and died at the Arthur G. Dozier School for Boys in Marianna. more
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11-year-old arrested twice in one month on drug charges
An 11-year-old girl was arrested Feb. 13 and charged with possession of THC. more
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Okeechobee Fire Report
Okeechobee County Fire Rescue responded to 138 calls last week. Here are some of the highlights. more
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Woman accused of lying about car accident
An Okeechobee woman was charged with insurance fraud after allegedly lying about injuries received during a car accident that occurred in 2021. more
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