Grady Judd says teen accused of murdering his mother also killed his father: 'Violent predator'
A 17-year-old has been arrested after deputies say he killed his mother on Sunday evening.
Polk County attorney arrested for stealing more than $1.7M from client's trust, Sheriff Grady Judd says
A Polk County attorney was arrested for stealing more than $1.7 million from his client's trust and then gambling it all away.
Missing kayaker found dead after disappearing underwater at Lake McLeod: PCSO
An 18-year-old Eagle Lake man went missing on Sunday afternoon while kayaking at Lake McLeod, according to officials.
Officials still searching for missing 18-year-old at Lake McLeod on Monday
Multiple agencies are searching for a missing kayaker at Lake McLeod in Eagle Lake.
Governor DeSantis announces $8.5M increase in funds to fight fentanyl
Governor Ron DeSantis will be in Polk County on Wednesday for a joint press conference with Sheriff Grady Judd.
3 arrested in Polk County for operating 'Cannibus,' mobile marijuana dispensary: Grady Judd
Three people were arrested in Polk County for operating a mobile marijuana dispensary, according to Sheriff Grady Judd.
Sheriff Grady Judd: Group of illegal immigrants stole nearly $1.7 million in property across Florida
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd briefed the media on a 17-month investigation into a group that burglarized homes across the state.
Polk County man stabbed roommate over argument on who spent the most on fueling their car: PCSO
A Polk County man is accused of stabbing his roommate over an argument regarding who spent the most on fuel for their shared vehicle.
Thieves targeting mail carriers for universal keys in Polk County robbery
Thieves are increasingly targeting mail carriers for their universal keys, which can unlock every mailbox in apartment complexes and neighborhoods.
Video: Gun-wielding masked robber steals universal key from postal worker in Poinciana: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service are investigating the armed robbery of a mail carrier.
Florida woman arrested after attempting to use stolen checks to buy $450 worth of plants: Deputies
A Florida woman was arrested in July after she tried to use a check-in somebody else's name to purchase $450 worth of plants, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Rabid cat in Polk County dies day after biting owner trying to break up feline fight: PCSO
A cat is the third confirmed case of rabies in Polk County this year.
Mother killed, children injured during crash near Davenport: Deputies
Investigators suspect speed and “impairment" were factors in a deadly crash near Davenport on Friday night.
Deputies shot, killed man who hit grandmother with car in Winter Haven: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deputy-involved shooting that ended with a 19-year-old suspect dead in Winter Haven.
Dollar General shoplifting suspect takes Uber to steal from store: Grady Judd
An Uber driver helped Polk County deputies catch a suspected shoplifter.
Polk 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.
Grady Judd: ‘Violent offender’ hiding from deputies falls through ceiling, gets bit by K-9
A K-9 with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office took a bite out of crime when it sunk its teeth into a suspect trying to hide from law enforcement officers.
High-speed pursuit involving stolen pickup ends in Polk County crash, deputies say
The Polk County Sheriff's Office said a high-speed chase involving a stolen vehicle ended in a crash on State Road 60 near Bonnie Mine Road, east of Mulberry.
Polk County deputy resigns after arrest on domestic violence charges
A deputy has resigned after his arrest on domestic violence charges, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Florida man called 911 about having phony 'suicidal thoughts' so he could hitch free ride to Tampa: Deputies
A Florida man hoping to get a free ride to Tampa was arrested after he called 911 and lied about having suicidal thoughts in an attempt to get Baker acted, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said.