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WEBJan 6, 2021 — 1 killed, 9 hurt in pair of crashes in Polk County: PCSO. One person is dead and six others are hurt after two separate crashes just 15 minutes apart on Sunday night, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office. September 22, 2024 11:36pm EDT.
Hurricane Helene: Polk County updates & information
WEBSep 24, 2024 — Get the latest updates on storm tracks, models and more at MyFoxHurricane.com. Articles and videos about Hurricane Helene: Polk County updates & information on FOX 13 Tampa Bay.
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WEBSep 5, 2024 — Grady Judd: George Jenkins High student arrested for threatening mass shooting. A 16-year-old student at George Jenkins High School in Lakeland was arrested for threatening a mass shooting at a school, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said. September 5, 2024 3:50pm EDT.
Accused drunk driver kills 5-year-old girl, injures 2 others in head …
WEBJun 7, 2024 — Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said she was killed instantly. The child’s mother, 32-year-old Jacqueline Nichols, was driving the van at the time of the crash and was taken to an area hospital in critical condition.
Human trafficking bust: Teacher, coaches among 228 arrested in …
WEBMar 5, 2024 — WINTER HAVEN, Fla. - Nearly 230 people were arrested, and 13 potential victims were rescued during an 8-day multi-agency undercover human trafficking investigation in Polk County.
Polk County prepares for high winds, extensive flooding from …
WEBSep 26, 2022 — POLK COUNTY, Fla. - Polk County may be shielded from the worst of Hurricane Ian's wrath, but it is expected to experience high winds and extensive flooding. "The water is going to be the story here," said Paul Womble, Polk County' emergency management director.
Grady Judd: Over 100 suspects arrested, 57 guns seized during …
WEBSep 17, 2024 — Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said his agency began investigating gang drive-by shootings in 2019 after gang members disrespected the grave of a teenager who drowned. According to Judd, the gang members took videos of them dancing on the teen’s grave and posted them on social media.
Winter Haven - FOX 13 Tampa Bay
WEBPolk County man arrested for exposing himself to women at Winter Haven Walmart. A Polk County man was arrested for exposing himself to multiple women at a Walmart in Winter Haven in separate incidents. July 12, 2024 8:46am EDT.
Polk County fire chief resigns after report details 'toxic' workplace ...
WEBSep 13, 2024 — Polk County Fire Chief Hezedean Smith has resigned after reports surfaced of a toxic workplace and low morale at the fire rescue department.
Governor Ron DeSantis signs 3 bills cracking down on illegal ...
WEBMar 15, 2024 — Governor Ron DeSantis, along with Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd, Lieutenant Governor Jeannette Nunez and Attorney General Ashley Moody as well as people who lost loved ones to crimes committed by illegal immigrants, held a press conference to sign the bills in Winter Haven.