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08/21/2025

**INVESTIGATION UPDATE: DEATH OF THREE-MONTH-OLD CHILD**

ST LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA- On August 20, 2025, at approximately 12:05 p.m., deputies, detectives, and crime scene investigators from the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office responded to Lawnwood Regional Medical Center following the report of a deceased three-month-old child brought to the emergency room by the child’s grandparents. Upon arrival, medical personnel advised that the child was deceased and exhibited signs consistent with possible neglect.

As part of the ongoing investigation, a search warrant was executed at approximately 5:30 p.m. the same day at the residence connected to the case. Detectives remained on scene into the evening, collecting evidence, conducting interviews with family members, and canvassing the surrounding neighborhood.

Shortly before the ex*****on of the search warrant, the child’s biological mother and her boyfriend arrived at the residence. Both individuals were transported to the Criminal Investigations Division (CID) for interviews related to the case.

Representatives from the Department of Children and Families (DCF) were present during the search and remained involved throughout the interview process. In coordination with DCF, the two remaining children in the home were removed and placed in a safe and secure environment.

An autopsy is scheduled to be conducted this morning by the Medical Examiner to assist in determining the cause and manner of death.

The investigation remains active and ongoing. Additional details will be released as they become available and as appropriate.

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08/20/2025

SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA- On August 19, 2025, the Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office Interstate Criminal Enforcement Unit conducted a traffic stop that resulted in the arrest of 23-year-old Eduardo Parapar.

Parapar attempted to flee the scene on foot but was quickly apprehended through the coordinated efforts of deputies, dispatchers, and the K9 Unit.

He was found to have an active felony warrant out of Hialeah, Florida, for burglary and was listed as armed and dangerous.

In addition to the warrant, Parapar now faces multiple charges in Santa Rosa County, including:

⚫ (2) counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance Without a Prescription
⚫ Resisting Without Violence
⚫ Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
⚫ Providing a False Name to Law Enforcement

08/20/2025

**Sheriff Leeper Announces Juvenile Arrest Following Cyberbullying Investigation**

NASSAU COUNTY, FLORIDA- Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper has announced the arrest of 13-year-old Re’von Mo’rie Little of Yulee in connection with a cyberbullying investigation involving serious threats. Little faces two felony charges: electronic threats to kill and aggravated stalking.

The investigation was launched on August 1 after deputies responded to the home of a juvenile victim whose parent discovered threatening and life-endangering posts on TikTok directed at their child. The account appeared to be associated with a former Yulee Middle School (YMS) student, featuring both the student’s profile photo and the YMS logo.

Due to the alarming nature of the posts, both Nassau County Sheriff's Office (NCSO) and YMS received multiple reports from concerned parents, many of whom stated they would keep their children home on the first day of school.

The School Resource Officer (SRO) at YMS arranged a meeting with the student initially suspected of creating the TikTok account and their parents. During the meeting, the parents stated that parental controls had been implemented to prevent access to social media apps and confirmed they had reported the account to TikTok, which was subsequently removed. However, a second account was created the following day, again using the same student’s name and likeness without authorization.

On August 13, SROs received a tip identifying a potential suspect behind the fake account. Investigators later interviewed the individual, who was identified as Little, at YMS. A forensic analysis of the suspect’s phone uncovered the profile picture and other media linked to the TikTok account in question.

Sheriff Leeper emphasized the seriousness of the situation, stating, “No matter your age, threats of this nature come with serious consequences. Not only were disturbing threats made, but another student’s identity and reputation were unfairly exploited in the process. This incident should serve as a reminder for parents to closely monitor their children’s online activity.”

Little was booked into the Nassau County Jail & Detention Center on Tuesday, August 19.



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08/20/2025

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BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA- Over the past several months, the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Unit (SIU) conducted an investigation into the suspected drug trafficking activities of Victoria Sinclair at her residence located at 409 A Lane in Cocoa, Florida. The investigation culminated in the ex*****on of a search warrant on the property on Monday.

Following a tactical entry by the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team, SIU agents conducted a search of the home. Inside, they discovered four fi****ms, including handguns and an AR-15 rifle—one of which had been reported stolen. Sinclair, a convicted felon, is legally prohibited from possessing fi****ms or any of the contraband found within the residence.

The search further revealed significant quantities of illegal substances, including approximately 162 grams of co***ne, 20 grams of methamphetamine, 80 grams of Alprazolam pills, 14 grams of Oxycodone pills, 16 grams of Hydrocodone pills, and approximately 418 grams of suspected cannabis. The volume and variety of drugs led investigators to refer to the location informally as “Sinclair’s Pharmacy,” now effectively shut down.

As a result of the investigation, Victoria Sinclair was arrested and transported to the Brevard County Jail, where she was booked without bond. She faces multiple charges, including four counts of Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Trafficking in Co***ne, Trafficking in Oxycodone, Trafficking in Methamphetamine, Possession of Alprazolam Without a Prescription, Possession of Hydrocodone Without a Prescription, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Sinclair is well known to law enforcement and has a history of noncompliance with the law.

Sheriff Wayne Ivey emphasized that law-abiding citizens have nothing to fear from law enforcement presence, but for those involved in criminal activity and drug distribution in Brevard County, law enforcement will act decisively. He commended the ongoing efforts of the Special Investigations Unit for their work in improving community safety by removing both illegal drugs and fi****ms from the streets.

08/20/2025

**DETECTIVE, ANIMAL SERVICES OFFICER, AND DEPUTIES QUICKLY CLOSE ANIMAL ABANDONMENT CASE**

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MARTIN COUNTY, FLORIDA- A coordinated effort between Martin County Sheriff’s Detective Christine Polizzi, Animal Services Officer Tabitha Queen, and Road Patrol Deputies led to the swift arrest of 37-year-old Christopher Alexander in connection with an animal cruelty and abandonment case.

Alexander was apprehended during a traffic stop in Martin County on an active warrant stemming from the discovery of four elderly Chihuahuas that had been abandoned in the yard of a local business. The dogs, which were confirmed to be in poor condition, were determined to belong to Alexander.

Detective Polizzi and Officer Queen launched a thorough investigation that ultimately led them to Alexander’s whereabouts in Texas. Their efforts resulted in securing the warrant that facilitated his arrest.

Tragically, one of the four dogs was in such severe condition that humane euthanasia was necessary. The remaining three are currently under the care of the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast, where they are receiving much-needed medical treatment and support.

The Martin County Sheriff’s Office commends the work of Detective Polizzi, Officer Queen, and the Road Patrol team for their commitment to justice in this case. Appreciation was also extended to the Humane Society for providing critical care to the surviving animals.

08/20/2025

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08/20/2025

WALTON COUNTY, FLORIDA- A 29-year-old man from Trevose, Pennsylvania, was taken into custody after allegedly developing an obsessive, delusional fixation on a 14-year-old social media influencer from Walton County, Florida. Authorities say the man traveled over 1,000 miles to confront the teenager’s father at their residence.

Jarred Easter was arrested by the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Section (SIS) on August 18th following a multi-agency investigation. According to officials, Easter had spent the previous three months sending inappropriate emails, n**e images, and obsessive messages to an email account associated with the victim’s social media presence. The communication was reportedly one-sided and centered on public photos posted by the teen.

Investigators with the Walton County Sheriff’s Office determined that Easter had tracked the victim’s location through her online activity and eventually appeared at her home, where he confronted her father in the driveway and asked to speak with the girl.

The father demanded Easter leave and immediately contacted authorities. A warrant for Easter’s arrest was issued by the Walton County Sheriff’s Office Cyber Crimes Unit. He was located at a hotel in Crestview and arrested with the assistance of the Okaloosa County SIS team. Easter was extradited to Walton County on August 19th.

“This was a sick-minded individual who convinced himself he had a relationship with a child,” said Sheriff Michael Adkinson. “We are grateful the victim wasn't harmed, and we are working tirelessly to ensure there are no other victims connected to this predator. Perverts who cross state lines to target children will find themselves in handcuffs.”

Easter is currently being held on a $250,000 bond. He has been ordered to wear a GPS monitor, barred from having any contact with minors, and prohibited from accessing the internet.

The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is urging parents—especially those with children active on social media—to remain vigilant and proactive in safeguarding their children’s online presence. Authorities emphasized that digital footprints can unintentionally reveal a child’s location or daily routines.

**Safety recommendations for parents include:**

* Monitoring children’s online accounts and direct messages regularly
* Discouraging the sharing of identifiable information such as school names, neighborhoods, or hangout spots
* Using privacy settings to limit who can view or comment on posts
* Teaching children that online followers are not necessarily friends
* Reporting suspicious behavior to law enforcement immediately

The investigation remains ongoing. Authorities are encouraging anyone with additional information about Easter’s actions to come forward.

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