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Law enforcement agencies from several counties were involved in a high speed chase that ended in Highlands County on Oct. 27.
Stolen SUV speeds through Okeechobee
On Oct. 27,  the Okeechobee City Police Department was notified that an SUV stolen from Margate was being tracked by Martin County Sheriff's Department. more
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OCSO works with DEA and FDLE to stop Fentanyl sales
Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office working with DEA and FDLE to stop sales of Fentanyl. more
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Students arrested after allegedly setting off firecracker at school
Three Osceola Middle School students were charged with the misdemeanor crime of causing a disruption at school this week. more
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Man calls 911 and claims people in trees are trying to kill him
An Okeechobee man allegedly called 911 claiming a burglar was trying to get into his house and later fired multiple rounds saying there were … more
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Okeechobee Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges... more
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City discusses fire service assessment options
During its October 18 meeting, the Okeechobee City Council discussed options for a city fire assessment. more
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The fire danger rating in Okeechobee County is currently very high.
October Fire Prevention Month brings safety reminders
Halloween has quickly become the most decorated holiday next to Christmas … more
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Cattle under the shade at the Range Cattle Research and Education Center.
Cows cause two accidents after escaping pasture
Two vehicles were severely damaged after they struck black cows in the roadway last Tuesday night. more
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12 and 14-year-olds charged with battery on school employees
Two children were arrested this week after allegedly assaulting school employees. more
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Okeechobee City Police Department donated a surplus patrol car to Martha's House this week. Pictured are (L to R) David McCormick (Tire Zone), Jonathan Bean (Martha's House), Edna Malagon (Martha's House), Chief Donald Hagan, Shayne Clayville and Hank Soler (Soler Automotive), Jose Luna (Luna Window tint and Lt. Belen Reyna.
City police donate car to Martha's House
Okeechobee City Police Department donated a surplus vehicle to Martha's House on Thursday, Oct. 20. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Work continues on the Okeechobee County Jail expansion. The first part of the jail expansion is projected to cost $22,657,092. Phase 1 is funded through at $15 million loan with a 20-year repayment of $21,597,205. Phase 1A is budgeted in Fiscal Year 2022/2023 for $6 million.The total cost of the jail expansion is estimated at $68 million. The county has not yet identified funding sources for the additional phases. At one time, county commissioners considered the idea of asking voters to approve a special tax to help fund the jail, but this will not be on the 2022 ballot.
Sheriff refutes claims inmates have no water
Despite claims from family members, Sheriff Noel Stephen said county jail inmates do have water. more
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Have you ever considered being a COP?
OCSO is looking for retired volunteers
Retired but still want to remain active within the community? Do you have a few hours a month and want to make a difference and meet amazing people? more
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James Hodges
Hodges found guilty of murder
Last week, a jury of his peers found James Hodges guilty of the first-degree murder of Paul Murphy. more
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Teen accused of driving 116 mph through town
An Okeechobee teen was arrested Tuesday after allegedly speeding through town. more
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OCFR sends a team to help out at Boca Grande after Hurricane Ian.
OCFR never rests
Okeechobee County Fire Rescue has been busy this week serving not only the Okeechobee community... more
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Okeechobee Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges... more
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Woman injured by firecracker
An Okeechobee woman was injured when a man threw an explosive at her on Saturday... more
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Off duty detective involved in accidental shooting
On the evening of Wednesday, Oct 12, 2022, law enforcement responded to an accidental shooting... more
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In the Courts
The following felony cases have either been tried in a court of law or have been settled without trial and are considered closed.   more
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This drug house is closed
On October 11, 2022, our Okeechobee Narcotics Task Force and Special Response Team partnered with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration and Florida Department of Law … more
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