Category: Public Safety

Just before 11:00 yesterday morning, Historic City News learned that 18-year old David Ray Collins of Mascotte, FL had been injured while attempting to escape from custody at the St. Johns County Juvenile Detention Center.

Jacksonville news station WJXT Channel 4 will broadcast a special “Crime Alert Primetime: From Vows to Murder” tonight at 8 p.m. Thursday, October 29th.

Historic City News has learned that within 2 hours of being booked in the St. Johns County Jail, an inmate has apparently committed suicide while still in custody.

St. Johns County Sheriff David B. Shoar reported to Historic City News that his office has launched operation “No Treats” Wednesday afternoon; following the implementation of County Ordinances that were developed in early October.

In accordance with Florida State Statute 775.21, this news release will serve as public notification that the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office has been given information that a person judged to be a sexual predator is now residing within St. Johns County.

Governor Charlie Crist announced to Historic City News today that he will convene select state agencies charged with reviewing legal requirements for screening individuals to work in facilities that provide care to children, the elderly and persons with disabilities.

At a press conference held this afternoon by Sheriff David B. Shoar, Historic City News learned that a Duval county man is now facing first degree murder charges in connection with a Ponte Vedra Beach murder which occurred earlier this year.

Sgt. Chuck Mulligan reported to Historic City News that a 33-year-old man was arrested Thursday and accused of molesting a 5-year-old boy … 11 years ago.