Thomas Allen Hicks, who first played Santa in the Lakeland Christmas Parade in 2017, was arrested in an undercover operation to identify individuals using the internet for the sexual exploitation of children.
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Polk Schools Warns Students: ‘Senior Assassin’ Game Can Lead To Arrests
Water gun incident at Davenport High triggers lockdown, superintendent email, and criminal charges.
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Active Investigation at Lake Hollingsworth
Lakeland Police Department is conducting an investigation after a body was found at Lake Hollingsworth on Monday, April 20.
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As State Accuses Roofer of Deception, Polk Homeowners With Liens Face Difficult Decisions
Florida attorney general has filed a suit against Florida Roof Specialists
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CAPTURED: Murder Suspect Arrested 46 Days After Lakeland Shooting
Janard Childs, wanted since the Feb. 22 shooting outside Jade Fox Lounge, was taken into custody in Plant City.
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Vietnam Veteran Killed in PCSO Deputy-Involved Shooting
Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched after Ronald Breese, 76, called the Veterans Crisis Line threatening self harm.
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Manhunt: Where is Janard Dominic Childs?
Nearly three weeks after the Jade Fox shooting, the suspect remains on the run. His online posts suggest out-of-state ties.
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Lakeland Man Fatally Shot Outside Wally’s Pool Hall
Lakeland Police made an arrest today in the homicide of Steven Magee, a beloved patron of the pool hall.
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Manhunt Underway After Fatal Shooting Outside Jade Fox Lounge
Janard Childs, 34, is wanted for second-degree murder in the death of his longtime friend, Deandre “Dre” Montgomery Sr.
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Second Fatal Shooting Outside Jade Fox Lounge Leaves Lakeland Father Dead
Police say victim, Deandre “Dre” Montgomery Sr., knew the suspect. Friends describe loyal father and entrepreneur who tried to help others.