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Reward Increased to $10,000 in Search for Suspect in 2022 Mother’s Day Shooting Tragedy in Broward

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. — A reward boost to $10,000 was announced by the Broward Sheriff’s Office on Monday, in a renewed effort to capture the perpetrators responsible for a tragic Mother’s Day shooting in 2022 that ultimately claimed the life of a young woman. The victim, identified as Dru’Niyyia Griffin, succumbed to injuries this past May after a two-year-long battle following the attack that had left her paralyzed. The incident occurred late in the evening, …

Man Fatally Shot Outside His Home, Broward Sheriff’s Office Launches Manhunt for Suspect

Fort Lauderdale, FL — A community in Florida is on edge following a fatal shooting outside a Fort Lauderdale home. Broward County Sheriff’s Office reports they are actively searching for the shooter who gunned down a man late Wednesday. The incident occurred in a normally quiet neighborhood, shocking residents and prompting an immediate law enforcement response. An eyewitness, who asked not to be identified for safety reasons, described hearing several gunshots before seeing the victim …

Fugitive Sex Offender Captured in Broward After Violent Attack on Miami Beach

Miami Beach, FL — A 30-year-old man, identified as a registered sex offender from Illinois and who was non-compliant with his registration updates, has been arrested in connection with a sexual battery case on Miami Beach’s Beachwalk. The man, Keith Hill Jr., was apprehended by police in Hollywood after several days on the run following the incident that occurred early Tuesday morning. Hill, now held in Broward County jail, faces multiple charges including providing false …

Superintendent Licata Announces Retirement Due to Health Reasons, Broward Schools Prepares for New Leadership

Fort Lauderdale, Florida – Broward County Superintendent Dr. Peter Licata surprised attendees at the Tuesday School Board meeting by announcing his retirement. Licata, who has served in the role since July of the previous year, cited personal reasons for his decision. He expressed gratitude for the support of the community and highlighted the district’s positive trajectory under his leadership. Having spent nearly 30 years with the Palm Beach School District in various roles, including teacher, …