A $5,000 reward is being offered for information that can help identify and arrest two suspects in a July 4, 2021, homicide that occurred at a Mobil gas station at 1615 W. Memorial Blvd. The victim, 34, was pumping gas when he saw two armed men approaching and tried to run away before being shot. […]
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Posted inCrime / Justice
Active Investigation at Lake Hollingsworth
Lakeland Police Department is conducting an investigation after a body was found at Lake Hollingsworth on Monday, April 20.
Posted inCrime / Justice
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.
Posted inPeople
Army Maj. Cody Khork Returns to Polk County
The hearse carrying Khork’s remains was escorted by hundreds of law enforcement and veterans from Lakeland Linder International Airport to Oak Ridge Funeral Home in Winter Haven.
Posted inCrime / Justice
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.
Posted inPublic Safety
Lakeland Bicyclist Dies After Morning Crash On U.S. 98 North
The 67-year-old cyclist was struck by a van near Pyramid Parkway; the driver stayed at the scene.
Posted inCrime / Justice
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.
Posted inCrime / Justice
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.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
What’s at Stake for Lakeland as Florida’s Legislative Session Begins
Lakeland seeks $4.1 million for four regional projects. Potential property tax cuts raise alarms at City Hall.