CRESTVIEW —Richard Josiah Hanchett, 24, of Crestview, has been charged with felony battery after a 51-year old man was hospitalized with extensive head injuries following a severe beating May 17.
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Crestview teen reports suspected sexual assault after consuming drink
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after an 18-year-old reported waking up in a hotel with a stranger after she accepted a drink at a Destin nightspot.
North Okaloosa Fire District plans Saturday open house
CRESTVIEW — The North Okaloosa Fire District is hosting an open house for the public 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 17.
Closed-road runners: Drivers bypassing barricades (VIDEO)
CRESTVIEW — Motorists driving around "road closed" barricades face traffic violation fines and could cause further collapses of storm-weakened infrastructure, north county officials say.
Department of Corrections gets 100 on state inspection
The Okaloosa County Department of Corrections recently received 100 percent ratings upon its recent inspections in accordance with Florida Model Jail Standards.
No injuries after train hits stuck truck in Holt
HOLT — County Commissioner Nathan Boyles called it "a bad day to be a Badger" in his constituent newsletter.
OCSO deputy arrested on unlawful sexual activity charge
An Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been arrested on a felony charge of unlawful sexual activity with a minor.
Crestview residents honor law enforcement officers' service, sacrifice
CRESTVIEW — As the community prepares to observe National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day next week, members paused Thursday evening to honor officers who reached their End of Watch.
Child pornography suspect takes life in Crestview hotel, lawmen say
A man wanted on out-of-state warrants for child pornography possession died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound this morning, according to an Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office spokesperson.
Crestview Police memorial, appreciation event tomorrow
CRESTVIEW — Residents can express just how much they appreciate those who protect and serve during the Crestview Police Department's second annual Law Enforcement Memorial and Appreciation ceremony.