A Coconut Creek woman was the victim of a gift card scammer who pretended to hire her for a fake job, authorities …
Kevin Deutsch
Kevin Deutsch
Kevin Deutsch is an award-winning journalist and author of two nonfiction books. He covers general assignment news and Jewish community issues for Talk Media. He has also worked as a staff writer at The Miami Times, the Rio Grande SUN, the New York Daily News, Newsday, The Miami Herald, The Palm Beach Post, The Riverdale Press, and Bronx Justice News.
An alleged car burglar on the run from police was captured in Coconut Creek Monday, authorities said.
Con Artist Steals Large Amount of Money From Coconut Creek Senior
A 79-year-old Coconut Creek man was recently scammed out of a large amount of money by a con artist posing as a …
Police Search for Man Who Went Missing in Coconut Creek
Police on Saturday were searching for a missing 25-year-old man in Coconut Creek.
Registration is Open for Police Explorer 5K Run and Walk in Coconut Creek
Registration is open for the 16th Annual North Creek Police Explorer 5K Run and Walk, held on Saturday, December 7 in Coconut …
Scam Alert: Coconut Creek Police Warn Residents After Fraudster Poses as Bank Representative
Coconut Creek Police on Friday warned residents about a bank impersonation scam after a man nearly fell victim in the fraud scheme.
A Coconut Creek resident was recently victimized by a scammer who falsely claimed the man had won a prize.
Masked Burglar Used Chainsaw to Break Into Coconut Creek Shop Twice In a Week
A man was charged with multiple felonies after allegedly burglarizing a Coconut Creek tool shop twice in the same week, police said.
$10,000 Reward Offered for Information About Killing of Teen in Coconut Creek
Broward County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading police to the killer or killers who …
A 19-year-old man was shot to death in Coconut Creek Tuesday night, authorities said.
Trio of Accused Car Thieves Charged in Halloween Day Auto Theft Spree in Coconut Creek
Three accused car thieves were arrested for carrying out a Halloween vehicle theft spree in Coconut Creek, police said Monday.
Police Use High-Tech Restraint Lasso to Save Man’s Life in Coconut Creek
Coconut Creek Police said they used a high-tech restraint tool to save a suicidal man’s life last weekend, marking the department’s first …
Trust Turns to Trouble After Handyman Steals Family’s Car While on Vacation
A Coconut Creek man was arrested Thursday for stealing a car from a family while they were out of town on vacation …
Vacationing Coconut Creek Police Officer Rescues Woman from Crashed SUV
A vacationing Coconut Creek Police officer recently pulled a trapped woman from an overturned SUV while in New York visiting his family, …
Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber to Hold Voter Education Event on Zoom
The Coral Springs Coconut Creek Regional Chamber will hold a voter education event on Zoom Wednesday to help voters understand this year’s …
Broward County Public Schools will be closed on Wednesday, Oct.9, and Thursday, Oct. 10, as South Florida braces for the potential impact …
Over 230K Vote-by-Mail Ballots to Be Sent Out in Broward County; Coconut Creek Voters to Decide on Ballot Question
Over 230,000 vote-by-mail ballots for the Nov. 5, 2024 general election will be mailed to Broward County voters on Tuesday, election officials …
Monarch High School Students Launch Relief Drive for Victims of Hurricane Helene
Monarch High School students on Friday launched a relief drive for victims of Hurricane Helene.
Man Charged With Drunk Driving in Crash Injuring Mother, 2 Kids in Coconut Creek
A man was allegedly drunk when he caused a two-car crash that injured a mother and her children in Coconut Creek, police …
One horse was killed and another injured in a barn fire off Vinkemulder Road in Coconut Creek Thursday morning, police said.
Man Found Asleep in Car With Meth, Stolen Credit Cards in Coconut Creek
Coconut Creek Police arrested a man on charges that include methamphetamine possession after officers found him unconscious behind the wheel of a …
Mother Arrested at Monarch High School After Gun Falls Out of Her Purse During Child’s Freshman Orientation
A woman was arrested at Monarch High School in Margate Friday after a handgun fell out of her purse during a freshman …
Scam Alert: Criminals Impersonate Coconut Creek’s Interim Police Chief
Scammers impersonating Coconut Creek’s interim police chief and a sergeant have been calling people to ask for personal information as part of …
Scammers Impersonating PayPal Reps Con Coconut Creek Woman Out of Money
A Coconut Creek woman was recently conned out of money by scammers impersonating representatives from PayPal, police said.
“We Feel Very Safe”: Jewish Temple Welcomes Coconut Creek Police for Anti-Crime Meeting
Coconut Creek Police recently visited with members of the Liberal Jewish Temple of Coconut Creek to share information on how to stay …
Coconut Creek Resident Christian Scott Impresses in MLB Rookie Season With Mets
When Mets rookie Christian Scott takes the mound at LoanDepot Park Sunday, the Coconut Creek resident will pitch in front of adoring …
Wiener Take All: Coconut Creek Brewery Seeks Contestants for Inaugural Hot Dog Eating Contest
A Coconut Creek microbrewery is channeling Uncle Sam this Friday and wants YOU – to eat a lot of hot dogs.
Police Search for Red Civic Involved in Deadly Hit-and-Run Crash in Coconut Creek
Coconut Creek Police are asking for the public’s help in tracking down a car involved in a deadly hit-and-run.
Police are warning Coconut Creek residents to stay alert to scams after a woman in her 90s fell victim to a gift …
A pedestrian was struck and killed in Coconut Creek Wednesday, police said.
Woman’s Furniture Fraud Unraveled by Coconut Creek Cops
Deputies arrested a woman they say stole a victim’s identity and used it to buy thousands of dollars worth of furniture in …
Family Speaks Out After $3K Robbery: ‘I Have to Bring My Son Back to Florida Because It’s Not Safe Here’
A former Coconut Creek High School football star and his family were robbed of their belongings in Northern California Saturday
A retired four-star Navy admiral who lives in Coconut Creek was among three people arrested last Friday
2 Accused Shoplifters Caught Stealing From Kohl’s in Coconut Creek
Two shoplifters were arrested in Coconut Creek Tuesday for allegedly stealing from Kohl’s, police said.
Coconut Creek Man Charged in Hot Car Deaths of 3 French Bulldog Puppies
A Coconut Creek man was charged with a host of crimes last Saturday for intentionally driving around with three French Bulldog puppies …