FOX 35 Care Force: Leesburg Firefighter serving community on and off the clock
Lt. Jeff Moore has been with Leesburg Fire Station 61 for more than 21 years. Many know him for the work he does in the community - whether it’s cooking at the annual fish fry, chili cook off or other charity events. His colleagues said he is always stepping up to the task.
Honoring Lt. Jeff Moore from Leesburg Fire Dept.
Lt. Jeff Moore from the Leesburg Fire Department was nominated for the FOX 35 Care Force award
Man found shot, killed in front yard of Leesburg home: police
Police are investigating after a shooting in Leesburg that left a man dead on Monday.
Leesburg murder suspect arrested after tips from acquaintance, family member come in, new documents show
Several people came forward identifying Alex Lopez as the man responsible for shooting and killing 51-year-old Raied Shihadeh at his Leesburg store, police say.
Florida man arrested after robbing, killing Leesburg store owner: Officials
A man accused of robbing and killing a Leesburg store owner has been arrested nearly a month after the murder, officials said.
Florida man allegedly exposes himself during road rage incident: 'Screamed and looked away in fear'
A Florida man was arrested over the weekend after he allegedly flashed a driver during a road rage incident in Lake County.
Family offers reward for arrest of man accused of robbing, killing Leesburg store owner
The reward to find 25-year-old Alez Lopez is getting bigger. Lopez is accused of shooting and killing Raied Shihadeh.
Reward offered for Leesburg suspect's arrest
The family of Raied Shihadeh is offering reward money for the arrest of 25-year-old Alez Lopez who's accused of shooting and killing Shihadeh at his convenience store in Leesburg.
Leesburg robbery suspect identified, arrest warrant issued for murder
Police have identified and secured an arrest warrant for the man accused of shooting and killing a convenience store clerk during an armed robbery last week, the Leesburg Police Department said in an update on Monday morning.
Leesburg robbery suspect on the run after allegedly shooting, killing convenience store clerk
A robbery suspect is on the run after he allegedly shot and killed a convenience store employee in Leesburg on Thursday night, according to police.
Leesburg police prepare for large Bikefest crowds
The Leesburg Bikefest is back for 2024, and police are prepared for large crowds.
K-9 catches man after high-speed Maserati pursuit topping 131 mph, followed by crash: Deputies
A 32-year-old Leesburg man, Marcus Sims, was arrested after leading Lake County Sheriff’s deputies on a high-speed chase that reached speeds of up to 131 mph.
FWC identifies man who lost hand in Lake County gator attack while fishing
A man who lost his left hand in a gator attack in Lake County has been identified.
Massive alligator attacks Florida man fishing in golf course pond: 'Took his hand off'
A dramatic incident unfolded on Sunday in Leesburg, as a massive alligator clamped down on a fisherman's hand and wrist in a pond situated at the heart of a local golf course.
Woman wanted for shooting 2 people in Leesburg, police say
Police are searching for a woman who allegedly shot two people in Leesburg on Thursday.
Florida city will soon charge residents for paying utility bill online
Starting March 1, the City of Leesburg will begin charging a transaction fee for all utility payments made by electronic means.
What parents, schools can do when kids get involved in fights: 'I just don't feel like my kids are safe'
A mother reached out to FOX 35 News, concerned about violence at her kids’ middle school. It turns out she isn’t alone.
Orlando man flashes gun at son's football game after parents said their son was better than his, police say
An Orlando man was arrested for allegedly flashing a gun during his son's youth football game after arguing with parents in the stands who said their son was better than his, according to police.
Stolen tiny home found in Volusia County: Deputies
A tiny home reported missing out of Lake County was recovered in Volusia County Friday, deputies said.
Man sets fire to Florida masonic lodge, returns to make sure it was still burning: Deputies
A Florida man was arrested after he was seen on video surveillance setting fire to the Leesburg Masonic Lodge on June 14, deputies said.