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Florida Man Charged with First-Degree Murder in Death of Girlfriend, Police Say

St. Petersburg, Florida – A Florida man, Gregory Shinn, 48, is facing a first-degree murder charge in the death of his girlfriend, 59-year-old Katrin Simpson, at their home in February. The tragic incident took place on Whiting Drive in St. Petersburg, where authorities responded to a call about Simpson hanging in the garage by a black wire from a wooden beam. Despite efforts to save her, Simpson was pronounced dead at the scene. Initial reports …

Florida Man Accused of Killing Girlfriend’s Daughter Faces Court Hearing

KISSIMMEE, Fla. – Stephan Sterns, the Florida man facing accusations of murdering his girlfriend’s 13-year-old daughter, Madeline Soto, is set to attend a court hearing on Monday afternoon. The arraignment will occur before an Osceola County judge, where Sterns will receive formal notice of the criminal charges against him and have the opportunity to enter a plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest. Last week, Sterns was indicted by a grand jury on a …

Gunman Killed and 2 Officers Injured in Florida Sheriff Shootout

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Florida – Law enforcement officers in Volusia County, Florida, engaged in a gun battle with a suspect that resulted in the death of the gunman and two officers wounded, according to authorities. The incident unfolded when deputies responded to a domestic disturbance call at a home in a residential neighborhood. Upon arrival, the suspect barricaded himself inside the house and opened fire, prompting a standoff with law enforcement. During the exchange of gunfire, …

Tragedy Strikes in Florida: 11-Year-Old Boy Accidentally Shot and Killed by Older Brother

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Tragedy struck a family in St. Petersburg, Florida, when an 11-year-old boy was accidentally shot and killed by his older brother at their home. The incident, which occurred while the two siblings were in the presence of their 13 and 14-year-old siblings, has left authorities investigating the circumstances surrounding the heartbreaking event. According to St. Petersburg Police, the 14-year-old brother confessed to accidentally shooting Amir Williams while playing with a gun …

Man Charged with First-Degree Murder in Death of 13-Year-Old Florida Girl, Faces 60 Child Sex Crime Charges

TAMPA, Fla. – A heinous crime has shocked the community of Osceola County, Florida, as Stephan Sterns faces first-degree murder charges in connection with the death and disappearance of 13-year-old Madeline Soto. Sterns, who lived with and was in a relationship with Madeline’s mother, had previously faced 60 child sex crime charges for the alleged sexual abuse of Madeline dating back to 2019. Court documents indicate that Sterns is accused of killing Madeline sometime between …

Florida Man Charged with Murder in Death of Girlfriend’s Teen Daughter

Kissimmee, Florida – A Florida man, Stephan Sterns, has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of 13-year-old Madeline Soto, according to Osceola County Jail records. Sterns, 38, was initially arrested on Feb. 28 on unrelated charges and now faces additional charges related to Soto’s death, which occurred between Feb. 25 and Feb. 27. During a news conference, Kissimmee Police Chief Betty Holland stated, “The evidence shows an individual that was entrusted …

Florida Carjacking Case Unravels Twists, Arrests, and Connections Involving Alleged Murder Victim Katherine Altagracia Guerrero De Aguasvivas

Winter Springs, Florida – A tragic case of carjacking in Florida has left investigators piecing together a complex web of connections that has led to at least two arrests. The incident, deemed as “incredibly frightening” by authorities, began with a call to Seminole County police about a potential carjacking caught on camera by a witness in the Winter Springs area on April 11. The video showed an armed man in a black hoodie and a …

Florida Man Accused of Murdering Wife, Son Allegedly Helps Cover Up Crime

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – A tragic case out of Brevard County, Florida, involves the murder of Amber Estep and the subsequent arrest of her husband, Brian Estep, and their son, Lane Estep. Brian Estep stands accused of the murder of his wife, while Lane Estep is accused of aiding in covering up the crime. Amber Estep was reported missing on January 19 by her mother after a reported argument with Brian three days earlier. Brian …

Man Turns Himself in at Florida City Police Station After Allegedly Killing Girlfriend

Florida City, Florida – A tragic incident unfolded in Florida City, Florida, when a man shot and killed his girlfriend before driving to the police station to turn himself in with her body still in the car. Alexander Roque now faces second-degree murder charges following the disturbing events on Sunday, as documented in online jail records. Authorities revealed that Roque committed the crime inside the car prior to his arrival at the police station, but …

Democratic Senate Candidate Unveils Bold Stand Against Florida Abortion Ban

Miami, Florida – Democratic Senate candidate Debbie Mucarsel-Powell is stepping up to challenge incumbent Rick Scott in a race that has taken a sharp focus on abortion rights. The issue has become a centerpiece of the campaign, with Mucarsel-Powell leading the charge against Scott’s unwavering support for Florida’s newly approved six-week abortion ban, set to take effect on May 1. At a round table event hosted by Mucarsel-Powell, a poignant moment unfolded as a woman …