Fort Pierce is in the middle of a renaissance, with many exciting developments planned for downtown and the city's western fringes. More: Port St. Lucie police officer resigns amid probe involving sexual photos, text messages. Investigators said the shooting occurred just after 2:30 p.m. in the 600. They had been at a bar that night. Police used a search warrant to get the footage. Suspect dead after attempted murder-suicide in Fort Pierce - WPTV Fort Pierce Investigators reporting finding a man in the middle of the road in the 500 block of South 32nd Street. On June 9, 1995, her 6-year-old daughter Morgan was watching a Little League game at a ballfield near Alma, Arkansas, and went missing. An 18-year-old man was taken to the hospital after a shooting Saturday afternoon in Fort Pierce, according to police. It's at least the second homicide case this year investigated by Fort Pierce police in which arrest records were sealed. A 20-year-old man who the Martin County Sheriffs Office said is responsible for a homicide in Indiantown was charged on a robbery charge. Police say. ORLANDO, Fla. The man accused of shooting and killing a former co-worker inside an Orlando outlet store last week was found dead inside his car in Fort Pierce, Orlando police confirmed Tuesday . Family of Nikkitia Bryant ready for closure. At the Police Department on U.S. 1, Smithrefused to talk to detectives. Scott Hodges, 44, of the 8600 block of 95th Ave., was charged with first-degree murder and possession of a stolen firearm, according to Sheriff's Office records.Hodges told them where to find his body, according to an arrest affidavit. Two men are in custody in connection to the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old in Fort Pierce. Police later recovered both weapons and said they were reported stolen in St. Lucie County in separate incidents. He also covers strange, wild and weird Treasure Coast crimes in Off The Beat. Follow Will on Twitter@OffTheBeatTweet or reach him by phone at 772-692-8936. More: SLCSO reports 68 COVID-19 cases in county jail, 'highest throughout the pandemic', More: How Treasure Coast House Reps. Brian Mast, Bill Posey voted in June, More: Port St. Lucie man awarded $35 million following Broward County crash that left him paralyzed. More:Police investigate home invasion robbery in Fort Pierce; seek publics help. Smithsaid he shot the man three times because he called him names and threatened (his) family, police said. The victim was in the backseat of the vehicle with other passengers when the firearm was discharged, striking and killing him. Marcus Leath, 39, died after two men entered his home in the 6500 block of Las Palmas Way east of U.S. 1 off Kitterman Road, and shot him on a Saturday night, the St. Lucie Sheriffs Office has said. A 29-year-old man was fatally shot at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital as four sheriff's deputies said he charged toward them armed with scissors. The incident occurred early Tuesday near the. Suspect in Gifford shooting found hiding in Fort Pierce hotel Police said it appears that Troy Gaudet, 31, of Fort Pierce, shot the victim while inside a vehicle. Jamall Frederick, of the 3100 block of Avenue T, remained at . . Mathis, of the 8500 block of 61st Drive, Vero Beach, was charged with . Let's start with the obvious: No amount of gun violence anywhere on the Treasure Coast is acceptable. Jamarion Abari Miller, 16, initially was jailed on an attempted murder charge in the shooting of 27-year-old Shakia Young while they traveled in a car together south of Fort Pierce after a party.Young was taken to a hospital and her condition didnt improve. Two in custody after fatal shooting of 19-year-old in Fort Pierce Don't let deadly MLK Day shooting in Fort Pierce's Lincoln Park 14, 2021 at 3:36 PM PDT. The dog also died, FHP stated. Aden was still inside and the two continued arguing, but stopped and appeared to have worked things out,according to the report. According to the St. Lucie Sheriff's Office, the incident happened around 5:20 p.m. during a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration at Ilous Ellis Park in Fort. Police video shows Indian River deputies shot Fort Pierce man multiple An 18-year-old man was taken to the hospital after a shooting Saturday afternoon in Fort Pierce, according to police. All of those steps are helpful, but it seems like more can and should be done. Man found unconscious after shooting at Fort Pierce business - WPTV The vehicle was running. Gaudet died early Thursday, while the other man, whose name was not released, was in critical condition. The Fort Pierce Police is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Sunday afternoon. Two shot in Fort Pierce near Fisherman's Wharf - Treasure Coast Where did the shooting happen? The vehicle is suspected to be a black, compact four-door sport utility vehicle. Updated: 2:06 PM EDT Oct 8, 2021 . Warren L. Wiley, 20, of the 1200 block of North 24th Street in Fort Pierce, was arrested on a third-degree felonymurder charge.Third-degree murder indicates an unintentional killingwhile committing, or attempting to commit, a non-violent felony. He was later identified as Dr. Roberto Peigne, a Haitian doctor who immigrated to the U.S. After receiving calls of a shooting at 4:21 a.m., deputies went to a residence in the 4500 block of 33rd Avenue where they found the wounded man . Officers found a man deceased at 107 N. 29th Street. He was pronounced dead at the hospital. If not,become a subscriberto get the latest breaking news and crime coverage. FORT PIERCE Police are investigating a shooting incident that left two men with serious gunshot wounds, according to a Wednesday news release. All rights reserved. Indian River County deputies and the U.S. This case should serve as a wake-up call that prompts Fort Pierce city officials from the city manager to the mayor and city council to the entire police department to think about ways to improve their relationship with Lincoln Park residents. However, police said Gaudet died from his injuries early Thursday morning. Shooting leaves one dead in Fort Pierce, officials said - WPBF Anyone with information about the shooting should call the Fort Pierce Police Department at 772-467-6800. Wiley was held Thursday in the St. Lucie County Jail on $750,000 bond, a jail official said. He was taken to Lawnwood Regional Medical Center for treatment. No other information, such as the age of those shot or whether police are looking for a suspect, was available Wednesday. More: Gunfire, fight after events at Polish American Social Club in Port St. Lucie under investigation, Gagliano said several people were outside when a vehicle drove by and shots were exchanged amongst the vehicle and the unknown males outside.. 753 were here. Killed in the incident were Dontavis Albury, 30, and John Soloman, 66. Community activists Will Armstead and Larry Lee are planning to build a teen center in Lincoln Park, with hopes that could keep at least some of the neighborhood's young people from falling into lives of crime and violence. The St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office said it was a family dispute about a vehicle in storage. Detectives did not release the locationof where she was found. The whole city runs the risk of being painted with a broad brush that could discourage tourism and further economic investment. FORT PIERCE Police are investigating a shooting incident in which a person sustained a non life-threatening gunshot wound while near an apartment complex, a Fort Pierce police official. Due to the coronavirus. Detectives said they are not searching for anyone else in the case, and there isn't a safety risk to the nearby businesses. E-mail him at will.greenlee@tcpalm.com. Hurlburt faces multiple charges included aggravated manslaughter of a child. E-mail him at will.greenlee@tcpalm.com. Fort Pierce - WPTV Following the crash, police said Hurlburt grabbed the gun used in the shooting and also another weapon that the victim had, and disposed of them in a grassy area in an effort to hide the handguns. 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CNN One person was killed and seven others were shot at a block party packed with more than 1,000 people celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Fort Pierce, Florida, Monday, police said. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, South Florida Sports Headlines Newsletter. A 2019 to 2021 Altima with dark-tinted windows is of interest in the Oct. 5 shooting . 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The Fort Pierce native was at the event with her 9-year-old daughter buying food from a food truck. 5 min read. GINNY BEAGAN/TCPALM, Former Indian River County firefighter, Melbourne police officer jailed on murder, arson charges, Veterinarian suspended after DUI, 'botched' surgery of dog, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Officers said they recovered. The incident occurred early Tuesday near the Fishermans Wharf area, Fort Pierce police stated. Anyone with information about this case should call Detective Kevin Mohamed at 772-467-6905. This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: Justice needed to provide closure for Fort Pierce's MLK Day shooting, Martin Luther King Jr. Day incident not 'random mass shooting,' sheriff says, Don't let Martin Luther King Day shooting mask progress Fort Pierce has made, New details discussed in MLK Day shootings at Ilous Ellis Park in Fort Pierce, Justice needed to provide closure for Fort Pierce's MLK Day shooting. Both men went outside when a person inside reported hearing what sounded likefive shots beingfired. Juvenile held in shooting in Fort Pierce, victim critical | WPEC He then got out of the vehicle and attempted to kill himself. Beemer was killed at some point between Jan.31 and Feb.2. 16-year-old jailed in deadly shooting of Fort Pierce woman: Jamarion Abari Miller, 16, initially was jailed on an attempted murder charge in the shooting of 27-year-old Shakia Young while they traveled in a car together south of Fort Pierce after a party. According to the sheriff's office, 16-year-old Jamarian Miller pulled out a gun and shot 27-year-old Shakiya Young on Oct. 8, 2021, near Fort Pierce. Three days later, Veneetia Parker's body was found in the vicinity. Jack in the Box coming to Florida, eyes further expansion, Okeeheelee BMX track out thousands after early morning burglary, Rib Round Up Music Festival returns to West Palm Beach on Saturday, Railroad repositions propane tanker, will remove Friday, Man dressed in Pink Floyd attire robs Fort Lauderdale bank, Warning to beachgoers as sea turtle nesting season is underway, Remains of woman missing for 5 years possibly located, Boil water advisory issued for Tradition area of Port St. Lucie, School lockdown highlights need for Spanish-speaking officers. Arrested Thursday were Luckson Cadet, 24, and Polo Delva, 29. Call Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers, Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers accepts anonymous tips to help fight crime. An agency spokesperson called the shooting and the over 50 shell casings recovered, "a dispute between two rival Fort Pierce gangs." No one has been arrested and no suspects have been. When shots rang out, she protectively covered her . Police arrived to find a. Vero Beach Police detectives went door-to-door to talk with residents near Granada Avenue and 25th Street, where 59-year-old Allen Brent Hamilton was found dead by a dog walker, said Master Officer Darrell Rivers. Will Greenlee is a breaking news reporter for TCPalm. Video in the area observed males outside the complex, Gagliano said. NI90: Indian River County redistricting, St. Lucie trail plan and Stuart boat ramp, TCPalm's Rob Landers brings you some of this week's top stories on the News in 90 Seconds, At least one person shot Wednesday on North 25th Street, police say, SLCSO reports 68 COVID-19 cases in county jail, 'highest throughout the pandemic', How Treasure Coast House Reps. Brian Mast, Bill Posey voted in June, Port St. Lucie man awarded $35 million following Broward County crash that left him paralyzed, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Let's start with the obvious: No amount of gun violence anywhere on the Treasure Coast is acceptable. A 17-year-old boy, identified as Brian Hurlburt of Fort Pierce, was arrested in connection with the fatal shooting. Todd Wilson Those with information are asked to call Detective Charles Montano at 772-467-6905 or Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers at 800-273-TIPS. For years, "community policing" has been a popular buzzword in law enforcement circles. More:Police investigate homicide of 19-year-old in Fort Pierce, More: Woman accused of stabbing another woman with serrated knife in St. Lucie County, More:Police: Man dances in celebration after pawning items stolen in Port St. Lucie. A Port St. Lucie High School student is charged with fatally shooting his 15-year-old friend. The body of Allea Beemer, 38, of Fellsmere was found February 3 according to Indian River County Sheriffs Office officials. A local handyman told detectives he had planned to kill his fiancee with a garrote made days before he strangled her. See something? More:Veterinarian suspended after DUI, 'botched' surgery of dog. The earlier case was the Feb. 19 arrest of Otto Lenke in connection with the Feb. 17 slaying of Richard Benson at his Fast Franks Cycle Conceptsbusiness. Detectives aren't connecting the shooting with the delivery. More:Martin Luther King Jr. Day incident not 'random mass shooting,' sheriff says, OpinionDon't let Martin Luther King Day shooting mask progress Fort Pierce has made, More:New details discussed in MLK Day shootings at Ilous Ellis Park in Fort Pierce, "We struggled with getting eyewitnesses to come forward," Hester said of the agency's challenges early on, adding things have progressed over the past few weeks. Lincoln Park residents don't want to live in a community where the occasional shooting or other acts of violence are considered routine. King's Landing project will revitalize downtown Fort Pierce The concept is simple enough: By having police officers spend more time getting to know people living in at-risk neighborhoods, they can develop contacts who can assist them when trouble strikes. He had a gunshot wound and died. Former Boy Scout killed in Fort Pierce shooting, ex-lawmaker says. One other person was shot and wounded. People everywhere deserve better and should expect better. 2023 www.tcpalm.com. To respond to this editorial with a letter to the editor, email up to 300 words to TCNLetters@TCPalm.com. This is the fourth gunshot fatality in Fort Pierce's Lincoln Park neighborhood this year. The MLK Day shooting shows the potential value of community policing and related collaboration between St. Lucie and Fort Pierce lawmen, even if the results aren't always immediate and tangible. Romeo Marco Francisco-Francisco, of Indiantown, was arrested on a robbery charge in connection with a Sept. 25 incident. When officers arrived at the scene, they found two men with serious gunshot wounds. For more than 27 years, Colleen Nick has been living with a void in her heart that she said will never be filled. They. If you're a subscriber, thank you. Potential Fort Pierce development faces opposition despite revenue John Robert Spencer Jr. was shot four times and left in a wooded area on the outskirts of Vero Lake Estates by a friend he visited the day before he was reported missing, detectives said. Hamiltonhad no permanent address and floated between Vero Beach and Melbourne the last few years. A 32-year-old Miami woman moved a sofa and a refrigerator behind the door of a Port St. Lucie hotel room before fatally shooting a 4-year-old child and herself. Fort Pierce police detectives arrested two men Thursday who were wanted in connection with a shooting that occurred on Avenue D and 12th Street on Jan. 12, and are seeking a third suspect in the incident. The incident happened about 12:45 a.m. Tuesday, but it was not publicly disclosed by police until about 8:50 a.m. Wednesday. (St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office) Police investigate shooting incident at Fort Pierce apartment complex "While traveling in the vehicle, the suspect was handed a magazine from the victim, at which time the suspect unzipped the bag, reached in to pull the firearm out, but he negligently mishandled the firearm by pulling the trigger," Del Toro said. 18-year-old man shot in Fort Pierce - WFLX Published: Oct. 30, 2021 at 12:31 PM PDT. 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At least one of the guns in this investigation was reported stolen from a car in the Indian River Estates community in St. Lucie County, according to the sheriff's office. Smith left and returned around 30 minutes later. Police said one person was hurt after a shooting at Fort Pierce store on July 14, 2021. A 17-year-old boy, identified as Brian Hurlburt of Fort Pierce, was arrested in connection with the fatal shooting. Deputies on a patrol through Harbor Pointe Park found Akiefe Jamal Anderson near his vehicle with a gunshot wound about 2:45 a.m. Saturday. FORT PIERCE A 44-year-old Fort Pierce man died from three gunshot wounds following an argumentat a North 25th Street convenience store Wednesday. The name of the victim has not been released. The car never reached the hospital, hitting another vehicle near the intersection of Southeast Tiffany Avenue and became disabled. Deputies about 2:25 a.m. Oct. 30 went to the area of Southwest Jackson Avenue and Southwest 153rd Street regarding a man down, a report states. Treasure Coast homicides | tcpalm.com Curtia Reed was intercepted . The shooting happened just after midnight Monday near G Terrace and North 14th Street. If not,become a subscriberto get the latest breaking news and weird crime coverage. FORT PIERCE Fort Pierce police said Thursday a shooting incident earlier this week on Fisherman's Wharf has been determined to be an attempted murder-suicide. If you're a subscriber, thank you. The name of the victim has not been released. The dismembered remains of Dustin Davis Mills, 42, of St. Lucie County, were discovered at John C. and Mariana Jones/Hungryland Wildlife and Environmental Area off Southwest Pratt Whitney Road in Martin County after a biologist with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission reported seeing what she thought was an arm in an alligators mouth.Other body parts and a shallow grave for Mills were discovered. The Fishermans Wharf area is east of North U.S. 1 and north of Seaway Drive. He looked out the window and saw a red sport utility vehicle, possible a Toyota or Honda, drive south toward the Moonswiners drive-thru. Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Link copied! Police reported it appears Troy Gaudet, 31, of Fort Pierce, shot another man identified as the victim inside a vehicle. More: Two shot in Fort Pierce in case that remains under investigation. The beaches along Hutchinson Island continue to be a source of pride as well.