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Winter Springs Man Charged With Armed Robbery Spree
Orlando, FL –United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg the return by a grand jury of an indictment charging Marlon Leondre Lockhart (21, Winter Springs) with four counts of Hobbs Act robbery and four counts of possession of a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence. If convicted on all counts, Lockhart faces a mandatory minimum penalty…
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60 New Charges Filed Against Man Suspected of Kidnapping, Murdering 13-Year Old Girl
Earlier today, Kissimmee Police Department released the following statement regarding new charges filed against Stephan Sterns, the man suspected of kidnapping and murdering Madeline Soto. KISSIMMEE, Fla. – The State Attorney’s Office for the 9th Judicial Circuit has filed 60 new criminal charges against Stephan Sterns (DOB 04/25/1986), the man associated with the Madeline Soto case. Shortly…
Feds Charge 19-Time Convicted Felon for Possession of a Firearm
Winter Park resident Luis Rosada’s criminal history includes 19 felony convictions, and new a new conviction may be added to his record after U.S. Attorney Roger B. Handberg announced the return of an indictment charging Rosado with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. If convicted, Rosado faces a maximum penalty of 15 years…
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Orlando Police Investigating Fatal Road Rage Shooting on Colonial Drive
A man was killed during an apparent road rage-fueled confrontation earlier this morning in Orlando. Investigators barricaded several blocks from westbound traffic after the shooting, which happened around 6:24 a.m. near the 4800 block of Colonial Dr. Officials have yet to disclose the victim’s name as the investigation continues. Orlando Police Department posted the following…
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Orlando Police Arrest Man Who Stole Drugs from CVS Pharmacy
A man who admitted to stealing drugs from an Orlando pharmacy may have regretted a few of his methods after he was arrested. Orlando Police Department said Thomas Mues entered CVS in the 4300 block of Curry Ford Rd last Friday night and showed pharmacy staff a note detailing drugs that he wanted them to…
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Cocoa Woman Arrested, Accused of Running Over Her Mother
Cocoa Police Department announced the arrest of a woman accused of driving a car over her own mother. According to police, the incident occurred at a residence on Temple St, when Amber Scheuren-Rusnak, also known by Amber Scheurene, got into an argument with her mother, yanked her out of the car, beat her, and then…
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FHP Seizes 300 Bags of Fentanyl During Traffic Stop in Orange County
Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) troopers from the Criminal Interdiction Unit (CIU) arrested four individuals in Orange County, FL, following an investigation that resulted in the seizure of Heroin (10.28 grams), Cocaine (6.4 grams) and 34.29 grams of Fentanyl-equivalent to 17,145 fatal doses. According to a report from FHP, on September 14, 2023, while on patrol…
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Three Teens Charged for Attempted Murder After Drive-By Shooting in Lakeland
A drive-by shooting in west Lakeland early Wednesday morning, September 27, 2023, culminated with the arrests of three teens by Polk County Sheriff’s Office detectives. No one was injured in the shooting which occurred at about 1:26 AM Wednesday at a residence in the area of Chestnut Road and West Parker Street in an unincorporated…
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Titusville Police Investigating Woman’s Death After House Fire
Titusville Police detectives are investigating the death of a local woman in connection with a house fire. Accordint to police, at approximately 6:30 AM, on Monday, Sept 25, 2023, officers responded to a 911 call reporting a structure fire along the 1700 block of Tonya Lane. An adult female was located at approximately 7 AM…
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Cocoa Man Arrested for Felony Possession of 10,000 Rounds of Ammunition, Ballistic Vests
Earlier today, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey announced the arrest of Dana Hunter Calley, a convicted felon who found with 10,000 rounds of ammunition, as well as ballistic vests. Calley had recently been released from prison after attempting to murder his brother. According to Sheriff Ivey, Calley is a convicted felon who has 12 prior…
Overview of Orlando Crime
The most recent year with thorough data on Orlando crime statistics is 2021.
Orlando, Florida, like many cities across the United States, experiences a mixture of crime types, with the unique challenges that arise from attracting the highest amount of tourists of any city in the United States. While the specific statistics may vary depending on the reporting agency, the following provides a general overview of crime trends in the city’s most recent reports:
The Orlando Crime Rate is:
- 4,664 crimes per 100,000 people
- 860 violent crimes per 100,000 people
- 3,803 property crimes per 100,000 people
- 1 in 21 chance of being a victim of a crime
The overall crime rate in Orlando is 116.6% higher than the state average and 98.8% higher than the national average.
Property Crimes:
Property crimes, including theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft, were significant concerns in Orlando during 2021. Factors such as economic disparities and opportunistic theft contributed to these crimes. Increased tourism in the area also played a role in property crimes, as tourists are often targeted for theft.
Violent Crimes:
Violent crimes, including aggravated assault, robbery, and homicide, remained a focus of law enforcement efforts in Orlando. The impact of these crimes on the community is substantial, and agencies worked diligently to address them through proactive policing and community engagement programs.
Drug-related offenses, including drug possession and trafficking, were prevalent in Orlando. The city’s central location in Florida makes it a transportation hub, attracting illegal drug activity.
The Orlando Police Department and other local law enforcement agencies implemented various strategies to combat crime. These included community policing, the use of technology for crime analysis, and collaboration with federal law enforcement agencies to target organized criminal networks.
It’s important to note that specific crime statistics for 2021, including detailed data on crime rates, trends, and categories, can be obtained through official sources like the Orlando Police Department, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, or the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Uniform Crime Reporting program. These agencies provide comprehensive and accurate crime reports that can be used for in-depth analysis and policy-making.