Gedarious Antwan Geffrard {BSO}

Coconut Creek police say a SWAT raid at Legacy Apartments involved a flash grenade before officers found cocaine, fentanyl and phones in a toilet.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department arrest report, Gedarious Antwan Geffrard, 31, was arrested August 19 at an apartment in the Legacy Apartment Complex at 4201 West Atlantic Boulevard.

According to a probable cause affidavit, the Coconut Creek Police Department’s Special Enforcement Team, assisted by SWAT officers, arrived at the apartment to execute a residential search warrant.

Police said SWAT officers knocked and announced themselves twice but received no response. Officers then breached the front door and made a third announcement ordering anyone inside to come out, according to the affidavit. 

Police said there was still no answer, prompting officers to deploy a noise-flash diversionary device outside the master bedroom.

Geffrard then exited the bedroom and was detained, police said.

Once inside, investigators said they found water running in both the shower and sink of the master bathroom.

Police said yellow plastic baggies containing powdery residue were inside the sink, along with what officers described as a blue powdery substance near the drain. Additional yellow and clear baggies containing powder residue were allegedly scattered throughout the bathroom.

Officers also reported finding four cellphones submerged in toilet water.

During a search of the apartment, detectives reported recovering Delta-9 THC cannabis and cocaine. Baggies spread throughout the home tested positive for fentanyl, according to the affidavit.

Investigators also reported finding cash and three ledgers that police said documented drug sales.

According to detectives, three juveniles lived at the apartment, and the suspected narcotics and residue were readily accessible to them. 

Geffrard was arrested and transported to the Broward County Main Jail.

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A Coconut Creek woman narrowly avoided losing a large amount of money after an alert bank teller recognized she was being targeted by a jury duty scam.

The Coconut Creek Police Department shared the incident in a recent scam alert, crediting the teller with stepping in before the woman handed over her money.

According to police, the woman received a call from a scammer posing as a law enforcement officer who told her she had missed jury duty. The caller instructed her to go to her bank and withdraw a large amount of money.

Police said the scammers likely planned to direct the woman to a Bitcoin machine to send the money after she made the withdrawal.

At the bank, a teller noticed the woman appeared scared and confused and asked why she was withdrawing so much money. After hearing the explanation, the teller immediately recognized the warning signs of a scam and persuaded the woman not to send the money.

“Bank tellers sometimes wear superhero capes,” Coconut Creek Police said in an online statement describing the employee’s intervention. “She certainly did a great job here!”

The incident comes amid continuing warnings about jury duty scams in South Florida. In July, the Broward County Clerk of Courts, 17th Judicial Circuit and Broward Sheriff’s Office warned residents that scammers have been impersonating law enforcement officers and judges while

Legitimate jury summonses are sent by mail, and residents should be suspicious of callers demanding immediate payments or threatening arrest over missed jury duty. Government agencies and financial institutions also do not instruct people to withdraw cash or use cryptocurrency to protect their money.

Coconut Creek Police offered simple advice to anyone who receives a similar call: Hang up.

Residents who are unsure whether a jury-related communication is legitimate should independently contact the court using an official phone number rather than a number supplied by the caller.

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from August 11 to August 17, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Property Damage

Property damage was reported at 4800 West Copans Road on August 11.

Battery

A battery was reported near Wiles Road on August 11. The estimated loss was $350.

Lost or Stolen Property

Lost or stolen property was reported at Monarch High School, 5050 Wiles Road, on August 11. The incident reportedly occurred on July 29.

Theft

A trailer was reported stolen from Lyons Business Park, 6601 Lyons Road. The theft reportedly occurred between August 4 and August 11.

A theft from a building was reported in Wynmoor. The estimated loss was $5,300.

Theft From Vehicles

A theft from a vehicle was reported in Breckridge on August 11. The estimated loss was $80.

A burglary from a vehicle was reported in Bermuda Cove on August 11. The estimated loss was $200.

Electric Bike Theft

An electric bike was reported stolen in Coconut Creek on August 11. The estimated loss was $248.

Retail Theft

Walmart, 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard, reported a retail theft on August 11. The estimated loss was $55.

Publix, 6570 North State Road 7, reported a retail theft on August 12. The estimated loss was $469.

Publix, 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway, reported a retail theft on August 12. The estimated loss was $9.

Walmart, 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard, reported the theft of corned beef and coffee on August 12. The estimated loss was $8.69. Prosecution was waived, and the person was trespassed from the store.

Publix, 5365 Lyons Road, reported a retail theft on August 14. The estimated loss was $77.

Publix at Coral Creek Plaza, 6570 North State Road 7, reported a delayed retail theft on August 15. The estimated loss was approximately $1,759.

Walmart, 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard, reported a retail theft on August 15. The estimated loss was $74. An arrest was made.

Driving Under the Influence

A DUI was reported at 700 Lyons Road on August 12.

Drug Violation

A narcotics violation was reported at 5521 Winston Park Boulevard North on August 12. An arrest was made.

Marijuana weighing less than 20 grams was turned over to police for destruction at Paloma Lakes, 4651 Mimosa Terrace, on August 12.

Fleeing and Eluding

A fleeing and eluding incident was reported near West Atlantic Boulevard and Lyons Road on August 12. Police reported the vehicle fled southbound.

Another fleeing and eluding incident was reported in the 3800 block of Lyons Road on August 13. Police said a juvenile on an electric motorcycle fled an attempted traffic stop and was later arrested.

Fraud

A fraud involving the alleged theft of funds by fraudulent pretenses was reported on August 12. The incident reportedly occurred March 31 and involved an estimated loss of $8,000.

City Ordinance Violations

A stop-work-order violation was reported at Wynmoor on August 11.

A fireworks violation was reported in Coquina, 4250 Northwest 43rd Street, on August 15.

Civil Complaint

A civil complaint involving a diamond transaction was reported at I&I Diamonds, 6564 North State Road 7, on August 13.

Missing Juvenile

A missing juvenile was reported in the area of Northwest 51st Terrace on August 13. The juvenile was later found.

Suspicious Incident

A suspicious incident was reported at Tarrazu Coffee, 4863 Coconut Creek Parkway, on August 12.

A suspicious incident was reported at Tradewinds Elementary School, 5400 Johnson Road, on August 14.

Vehicle Theft

Sixt Rent A Car reported a stolen vehicle at 5072 Northwest 45th Avenue on August 14.

Aggravated Assault

An aggravated assault was reported at Truist Bank near Wiles Road on August 14.

An aggravated assault was reported in Wynmoor on August 16. An arrest was made.

Assault on Elderly Person

A 77-year-old man was reportedly punched near Coconut Creek Parkway on August 15. Police reported the suspect was gone when officers investigated.

Criminal Mischief

Criminal mischief involving a vehicle was reported at Publix in Coconut Creek Plaza on August 15.

Another criminal mischief incident involving a vehicle was reported in Wynmoor between August 16 and August 17. The victim declined prosecution.

Found Gun

A firearm was found at Evergreen, 5071 Wiles Road, on August 15.

Social Media Threat

Police assisted another agency after a threat was reportedly made on social media at Monarch Station on August 15. A threat assessment was completed.

Residential Burglary

A residential burglary was reported in Golden Raintree 3 on Northwest 30th Street on August 16. The estimated loss was $7,470. An arrest was made.

Battery Reports Involving Massage Therapist

Two women reported separate battery incidents involving a massage therapist in Township. Both incidents were reported to police on August 16.

Arrests

David James Gomez, 42, was arrested August 11 at 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard and charged with second-degree petit theft, first offense.

Delroy Anthony Faulknor, 58, was arrested August 12 at 700 Lyons Road and charged with DUI involving alcohol or drugs, second offense.

Clifford Rafiel Stubbs, 39, was arrested August 12 at 5521 Winston Park Boulevard North and charged with possession of cannabis under 20 grams and possession of synthetic cannabis under 3 grams.

Brittany Nicole Stroman, 35, was arrested August 12 at 1100 Lyons Road on a felony warrant for battery on a law enforcement officer.

Byron Lance Tyrone, 65, was arrested August 15 at 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard and charged with second-degree petit theft, second offense.

Patrick James Capozzoli, 38, was arrested August 16 at 4656 Northwest 30th Street and charged with burglary of an occupied dwelling while unarmed.

Alicia Shaniece Wright, 32, was arrested August 16 at 2614 Nassau Bend and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon without intent to kill.

John Anthony Piscopo, 38, was arrested August 17 at 4303 West Atlantic Boulevard and charged with possession of fentanyl with intent to sell, manufacture or deliver.

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from August 4 to August 10, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Theft

Key Food, 4301 W. Hillsboro Blvd., reported a delayed theft on Aug. 4. The estimated loss was $700.

Publix, 4760 W. Hillsboro Blvd., reported a retail theft on Aug. 4. The estimated loss was $44.

Publix, 4760 W. Hillsboro Blvd., reported a delayed retail theft on Aug. 5. The estimated loss was $1,222.

Walgreens, 4600 Coconut Creek Parkway, reported a retail theft on Aug. 8. Police said two suspects left the store with a basket of merchandise and fled in a black Ford Escape.

A theft was reported on West Hillsboro Boulevard on Aug. 9 after a $1,000 phone was taken from a purse during an unrelated domestic incident.

A theft and fraud impersonation incident was reported at Sonata on West Sample Road on Aug. 10. The estimated loss was $10.

Aggravated Assault

An aggravated assault stemming from a road-rage incident was reported near Lyons Road and West Hillsboro Boulevard on Aug. 4.

An alleged aggravated assault was reported on Cocoplum Circle on Aug. 5.

An aggravated assault was reported at Country Lakes Mobile Home Park on Palmleaf Court on Aug. 8.

Battery and Assault

A simple battery was reported on Northwest Third Street on Aug. 7.

Police responded to Planet Fitness, 4911 Coconut Creek Parkway, for a verbal disturbance on Aug. 7. A separate incident shortly after midnight Aug. 8 involved allegations of criminal mischief, witness tampering and assault.

A domestic battery was reported on West Atlantic Boulevard on Aug. 8.

A domestic battery was reported on West Sample Road on Aug. 9.

Police investigated a reported domestic battery at Wynmoor on Portofino Point on Aug. 9. The allegation was determined to be unfounded.

An 86-year-old woman reported being bitten by a neighbor at Wynmoor on Aug. 10. Police said the 74-year-old woman involved was taken to Northwest Medical Center under the Baker Act. No prosecution was pursued.

Burglary

Walmart, 5571 State Road 810, reported a business burglary on Aug. 9 with an estimated loss of $9,650. Police said two juveniles were arrested and charged with burglary, grand theft and criminal mischief.

Domestic Disturbances

Police responded to a domestic disturbance at Sorbet Homes on Northwest 42nd Avenue on Aug. 4.

A verbal argument between brothers was reported at Karanda 6 on Northwest 35th Street on Aug. 5.

A verbal dispute between a boyfriend and girlfriend was reported at Pond Apple Place IV on Carambola Circle South on Aug. 5.

A violation of a domestic violence injunction was reported on Sunshine Drive on Aug. 5.

A verbal domestic disturbance was reported at Country Club Lakes on Northwest 74th Place on Aug. 6.

A domestic disturbance involving a mother and child was reported at Coco Parc on Lyons Road on Aug. 6.

A verbal domestic disturbance between a boyfriend and girlfriend was reported on Coconut Creek Parkway on Aug. 7.

A verbal argument between a mother and son was reported at Centura Parc on Northwest 34th Avenue on Aug. 7.

Police responded to a domestic disturbance at Wynmoor on Aruba Way on Aug. 7.

A verbal domestic disturbance was reported at Karanda 5 on Northwest 47th Avenue on Aug. 8.

A verbal domestic disturbance between a grandfather and grandson was reported on Northwest Eighth Street on Aug. 8.

A dating-related domestic disturbance involving an ex-girlfriend was reported at Bell Apartments on West Hillsboro Boulevard on Aug. 9.

A verbal domestic disturbance was reported at Township Estates on Northwest 40th Avenue on Aug. 9.

A verbal domestic disturbance was reported at Carrington on North State Road 7 on Aug. 10.

Other Incidents

Police issued a notice to appear for possession of less than 20 grams of cannabis following a traffic stop on Cocoplum Circle on Aug. 5.

A vehicle door handle was reported damaged at 3003 Portofino Isle on Aug. 5.

An animal bite was reported at Pet Paradise on West Hillsboro Boulevard on Aug. 6.

Police assisted another agency after a vehicle was reported traveling the wrong way on the Sawgrass Expressway on Aug. 7.

A dog was found at Tradewinds Park, 3601 W. Sample Road, on Aug. 8.

A vehicle fire was reported at 6570 N. State Road 7 on Aug. 9.

Police investigated a suspicious incident at the Shell gas station, 6330 N. State Road 7, on Aug. 9.

A traffic stop on Aug. 10 resulted in an arrest for possession of oxycodone and cannabis. Police also placed a firearm into safekeeping.

Arrests

Phillip Anthony Chungyoung, 27, was arrested Aug. 4 on a felony charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon without intent to kill.

Rayanna Suzette Vassell, 23, was arrested Aug. 5 on a misdemeanor charge of possession of cannabis of 20 grams or less.

Javares Torcell Jones, 43, was arrested Aug. 5 on a charge related to a court order or domestic violence injunction.

Shannon Lani Furrer, 27, was arrested Aug. 8 on a misdemeanor domestic battery charge.

Daniel Louis Nocerino, 41, was arrested Aug. 9 on a misdemeanor domestic battery charge.

Fritzroy Hughgeorge Watson, 44, was arrested Aug. 10 on a felony charge of possession of oxycodone.

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Phillip Anthony Chung-Young {BSO}

A man with a history of an alleged violent road rage incident is back behind bars after police say he threatened a driver with metal nunchucks before smashing out the victim’s rear window.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department arrest report, Phillip Anthony Chung-Young, 27, of Margate, was arrested August 4 by Coconut Creek Police following an incident near Lyons Road and West Hillsboro Boulevard.

Records show Chung-Young was riding a scooter when he pulled in front of another vehicle that was stopped at a red light. Police said Chung-Young was angry because he believed the driver had illegally split lanes. He allegedly got off his scooter, took out a pair of metal nunchucks from a compartment, and approached the driver’s side of the vehicle.

According to the affidavit, Chung-Young began swinging the nunchucks up and down and side to side directly outside the driver’s closed window. The driver was unable to immediately escape because another vehicle was stopped in front of him, 

Fearing that Chung-Young would smash the window and injure him, the driver waited until the light changed and began pulling away. Police said Chung-Young struck the back of the vehicle with the nunchucks as the car pulled away, shattering the rear window.

Chung-Young allegedly fled southbound on Lyons Road but was located minutes later traveling westbound on Wiles Road after Coral Springs and Coconut Creek dispatchers broadcast a description of him and the scooter.

The victim was brought to the traffic stop and positively identified Chung-Young. Officers also reported finding a pair of nunchucks inside an open compartment on the scooter.

Chung-Young was arrested and transported to the Broward County Main Jail. 

The Coconut Creek arrest is not the first time Chung-Young has been accused of using a weapon during a road rage confrontation. In 2023, Coral Springs Talk reported that Chung-Young was arrested following an incident involving a tourist whom he allegedly attacked with a knife during a roadway confrontation.

In that case, the victim drove to the Coral Springs Police Department to seek refuge.

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from July 28 to August 3, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Aggravated Battery

Tradewinds Park: A soccer game ended in an aggravated battery on July 28. No arrest was reported.

Elliot at Cocoplum: An aggravated battery was reported on July 28. No arrest was made.

Applewood Village I: A physical altercation involving an apartment employee was reported July 29. The victim declined prosecution.

Aggravated Assault

Broward College: An elderly victim reported an alleged battery on July 28.

Victoria Isles: A domestic disturbance involving an aggravated assault was reported July 29.

Battery

Karanda III: A delayed domestic battery was reported July 28.

Brickenridge: A domestic disturbance involving a battery was reported July 28. No arrest was made.

South Creek: A domestic battery was reported July 29.

CLMHP: An alleged battery was reported Aug. 1. No arrest was made.

Sorbet: A battery between two women was reported Aug. 2. No prosecution was pursued.

Legacy Apartments: A domestic dating violence battery was reported Aug. 2.

Bell Coconut Creek: A domestic disturbance involving a juvenile battery was reported Aug. 3.

Burglary

Coconut Creek High School: A burglary was reported Aug. 2. A juvenile was taken into custody.

The Hook Up Smoke and Skate Shop: An attempted burglary was reported Aug. 2.

Criminal Mischief

Victoria Isles: A vehicle was damaged July 29.

DUI

A driver was arrested for DUI following a traffic stop on Lyons Road on Aug. 1.

A second DUI arrest followed another traffic stop at Lyons Road and Sample Road on Aug. 1.

A DUI crash was reported at Sample Road and Lyons Road on Aug. 2.

Fire

Coconut Palm Club: Firefighters responded to a structure fire on Aug. 2.

Fleeing Police

An electric motorcycle fled from police near Cocoplum Circle and Lyons Road on July 29.

Retail Theft

Walgreens, 4600 Coconut Creek Parkway: Three unknown suspects stole approximately $115 in merchandise on July 28.

Walmart, 5571 W. Hillsboro Blvd.: About $528 in merchandise was stolen July 28. Prosecution was declined.

Walgreens, 4600 Coconut Creek Parkway: Approximately $103 in merchandise was stolen July 30.

Publix, 6570 N. State Road 7: Merchandise valued at about $1,386 was stolen July 31.

Publix, 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway: About $42 in merchandise was stolen Aug. 1. Prosecution was declined.

Sexual Battery

Bell Apartments: A sexual battery reported July 28 remains under investigation. No arrest had been made.

Other Incidents

An unlawful discharge of a weapon was reported on San Mellina Drive.

Multiple Baker Act cases were reported during the week.

An animal bite was reported at Legacy Apartments and another in The Township.

A vehicle was damaged after a tree fell on it outside McDonald’s on Sample Road.

Several domestic disturbances, property damage, lost and found property reports, trespass warnings, and police assistance calls were also documented during the reporting period.

Arrests

Eduardo Nicholas Moraga, 42, of Weston: Fraudulent use of another person’s identification without consent.

Chaz Shanardrick Sapp, 32: DUI.

Robert Maldonado, 58: Battery.

Jonas Dealmeida Guimaraes, 57: DUI.

Joao David Leitodoseis, 33: DUI.

Angel Jimenez Alicea, 29: Possession of more than 20 grams of cannabis and synthetic cannabinoids.

Aaron Dquain Dale, 29: Possession of more than 20 grams of cannabis and synthetic cannabinoids.

Tealor Brianna James, 25: Domestic battery.

Ladarious X. Walker, 20: Violation of probation for battery.

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Eduardo Nicholas Moraga {BSO}

A Coconut Creek Planet Fitness employee is accused of using a customer’s lost credit card to buy BBQ and beer.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department arrest report, Eduardo Nicholas Moraga, 42, of Weston, was arrested on August 1 and charged with fraudulent use of personal identification information without consent.

Records show the victim told police that her Capital One credit card went missing while she was working out at Planet Fitness, 4291 West Hillsboro Boulevard, on July 18. Later that day, she told investigators she received alerts showing two unauthorized transactions: a $3.75 charge at Planet Fitness and a $27.66 purchase at BBQ Boutique, located in the same shopping plaza. 

The victim immediately flagged the transactions as fraud and notified authorities. 

Investigators obtained surveillance video from BBQ Boutique, which allegedly showed a man – later identified as Moraga – wearing his orange Planet Fitness uniform purchasing a meal and an alcoholic beverage using the victim’s credit card. Police also collected a receipt and statement from the cashier.

On July 23, an officer showed images from the surveillance footage to a Planet Fitness representative, who identified the man in the video as employee Moraga. 

Moraga was arrested, transported to the Broward County Main Jail, and later released after posting a $2,500 bond.

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The Coconut Creek Police Department is warning residents about a new phone scam in which callers clone local city phone numbers to appear legitimate.

According to police, scammers are spoofing phone numbers that begin with the 973 prefix and calling residents, claiming to represent health insurance providers.

So far, police said they have not received reports of anyone falling victim to the scam, but they are asking the public to remain vigilant and help spread the warning.

If you receive a call from a phone number beginning with 973 and the caller claims it is about your health insurance, police advise residents to hang up immediately, as the call is fraudulent.

Police remind residents never to provide personal, financial, or insurance information over the phone unless they initiated the call and are certain they are speaking with a legitimate organization. Anyone who believes they may have been targeted by the scam is encouraged to contact the Coconut Creek Police Department.

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Tevin Dean. {BSO}

A second suspect has been arrested after police say a Coconut Creek home invasion left a victim bound naked while cash, property, and cryptocurrency were stolen.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department arrest report, Tevin Dean, 31, was arrested on July 29 and is facing 12 felony charges stemming from the June 8 home invasion, according to an arrest warrant and Broward County jail records.

CCPD records show Dean acted alongside co-defendant Sheendalie Joseph, who investigators say orchestrated the robbery by allowing Dean into the victim’s apartment while the victim was upstairs.

Once inside, authorities allege Dean pointed a gun at the victim before pressing a kitchen knife against the back of his head and threatening to kill him. While Dean held the victim at knifepoint, Joseph allegedly forced the victim to unlock his cellphone by holding it to his face.

Investigators said the victim was ordered to strip naked before the suspects bound him with duct tape and searched the apartment for valuables.

Police said the pair stole more than $27,000 in cash, personal property, and digital assets during the robbery.

According to the arrest warrant, the suspects gained access to the victim’s Coinbase account, sold his cryptocurrency holdings, and transferred approximately $1,200 via Zelle to an account belonging to the Victim’s son.

Investigators also allege they linked the victim’s debit card to a Cash App account that did not belong to him and that the victim attempted multiple fraudulent transactions. Additional credit cards were reportedly stolen from a dresser drawer.

After the suspects fled, the victim remained tied up and struggled for approximately 30 minutes before freeing himself and contacting authorities.

Police said the suspects attempted to destroy evidence after the robbery by deleting seven Ring camera recordings just minutes after leaving the apartment. Investigators also allege they factory-reset the victim’s iPhones before pawning them, preventing detectives from recovering evidence.

A Broward County judge ordered Dean held without bond. Joseph had previously been arrested in connection with the case.

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from July 14 to July 20, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

A driver was arrested for DUI following a traffic stop in the 5000 block of Lyons Road on July 14 at 7:38 p.m.

A traffic stop in the 4000 block of Cocoplum Circle on July 14 resulted in a felony cocaine possession arrest.

An Infiniti was reported stolen from the 5500 block of West Sample Road on July 15. The theft was reported several days after it occurred.

A vehicle fled from officers attempting a traffic stop at West Sample Road and Northwest 42nd Avenue on July 16. The incident is being investigated as fleeing and eluding law enforcement.

Residents reported hearing possible gunshots along a trail at Tradewinds Park on July 16. Officers determined the report was unfounded.

A kitchen fire caused damage to a single-family home in the 6000 block of Northwest 42nd Avenue on July 16.

Police investigated an aggravated assault in the Karanda 7 neighborhood on July 17 after receiving a Crime Stoppers tip.

A caller posing as a law enforcement officer contacted a business at Urban Pawz on Lyons Road, prompting a suspicious incident investigation on July 17.

An elderly woman who had become lost was safely located in the Township Center area on July 17.

Police investigated an unattended death in Wynmoor on July 17.

A juvenile was reported missing from Lyons Technology Circle on July 18.

An electric scooter valued at approximately $500 was stolen during a residential burglary in the Breckenridge East neighborhood on July 19.

A shoplifter stole approximately $671 worth of energy drinks from Publix on West Hillsboro Boulevard on July 19.

Police investigated a late-night incident in the Karanda 1 neighborhood involving battery, grand theft and robbery by sudden snatching. No arrest had been made as of the report.

Firefighters responded to a house fire in the South Creek neighborhood on July 20.

Someone attempted to steal the bumper from a vehicle parked overnight in CocoParc on July 20.

A golf cart was reported stolen from The Promenade at Coconut Creek on July 20.

A naked man observed in Kristin Jacobs Natural Area was issued a trespass warning on July 20.

Arrests

Pamela Sue Ulrich, 62, was arrested on a charge of second-offense DUI on July 14.

Steve Levy Demesvar, 26, was arrested on a charge of first-offense DUI on July 14.

Jamessy Joseph, 32, was arrested on a felony charge of cocaine possession on July 14.

Marcus Joseph, 37, was arrested on a charge of possessing less than 20 grams of cannabis or synthetic cannabinoids on July 15.

Vasthi Joseph, 26, was arrested on a felony charge of driving with a suspended license as a habitual offender on July 15.

Chris Evans Mitchel, 19, was arrested on a charge of possessing less than 20 grams of cannabis or synthetic cannabinoids on July 16.

Michael Lee Johnson, 55, was arrested on a charge of trespassing after failing to leave property when ordered on July 19.

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Eliezer Santana {BSO}

A former Broward County JROTC instructor is behind bars after Miramar police accused him of repeatedly raping one of his 15-year-old students while using his position of authority to groom and exploit her more than two decades ago.

According to Miramar Police Department records, Eliezer Santana, 77, of Coconut Creek, surrendered Wednesday on a warrant charging him with sexual battery by a person in familial or custodial authority involving a victim between the ages of 12 and 17.

The school where the crimes initially occurred is redacted in the report, but Santana has prior charges related to his time as a JROTC instructor at South Miami Senior High School. 

According to investigators, the victim reported that Santana sexually assaulted her more than 20 times between 2004 and 2005 while he was serving as her JROTC instructor. She was 15 years old at the time, and detectives say Santana was “in a position of power and trust” over her.

Investigators allege Santana first groomed the student by showering her with compliments, telling her she was beautiful and deserved someone who would care for her. Detectives say those conversations eventually escalated into inappropriate touching inside the JROTC office before progressing to repeated sexual assaults.

The victim told investigators Santana would have her come into his office, where he would sit close to her, rub her thighs and shoulders, and touch himself over his clothing. She later reported that Santana raped her multiple times inside the office when no one else was present, including on a conference table.

According to the arrest report, the victim said Santana also sexually assaulted her numerous times at an apartment complex in Miramar’s Sherman Circle neighborhood, including in the backseat of an Astro van and inside another vehicle. Investigators said the alleged abuse also occurred in Davie and Pembroke Pines.

As detectives reopened the case, they interviewed former coworkers and witnesses.

One former coworker told investigators he regularly saw the student alone inside Santana’s office with the door closed, although he never witnessed any sexual conduct.

Another witness said he became so concerned by Santana’s interactions with a different female student that he filed a formal complaint with the school’s principal, alleging Santana was speaking inappropriately to the girl and grooming her. 

According to police, the witness said he was assured the matter would be handled and law enforcement would be notified, but investigators found no evidence Miramar police were contacted at the time.

Detectives also learned Santana later transferred to Miami-Dade County after leaving Broward Schools.

Santana remains jailed without bond as the case moves through the court system.

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Coconut Creek Fire Department {Aiden Palmer for Coconut Creek Talk}

An early morning house fire in Coconut Creek left one man hospitalized for smoke inhalation, killed seven cats and displaced a family Monday.

Coconut Creek Fire Rescue responded to the fire at about 4:14 a.m. on July 20 at a home in the 900 block of Palmetto Drive in the South Creek neighborhood.

Firefighters found the home heavily damaged by the blaze. An adult man was transported to a local hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation.

Seven cats inside the home died in the fire. A dog survived and made it out safely.

The family who lived in the home was displaced by the fire and is expected to stay with relatives, according to fire officials.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from July 7 to July 13, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Aggravated Battery

July 7: A victim was battered in the NW 49th Terrace area. An arrest was made.

Fraud

July 7: A resident of Carambola Circle North reported losing approximately $261,000 in a wire/computer fraud scam.

Domestic Violence / Battery

July 8: A domestic battery was reported in the Coral Tree Circle area. An arrest was made.

July 10: A domestic battery was reported along North State Road 7.

July 10: A battery was reported at The Club at Wynmoor.

July 13: A domestic battery was reported near Donaldson Park. An arrest was made.

July 13: A domestic battery was reported in the Coco Lake Drive area.

Aggravated Assault

July 9: A man was assaulted at Tradewinds Park. An arrest was made.

July 13: An aggravated assault was reported along West Hillsboro Boulevard following damage to a vehicle.

Burglary

July 9: A burglary involving an assault was reported at Monarch Station.

Thefts

July 8: A vehicle registration decal was stolen from the Karanda Village area.

July 10: A cellphone valued at approximately $1,000 was reported stolen in Centura Parc.

July 10: Walmart, 5571 W. Hillsboro Blvd., reported a retail theft totaling $116.

July 10: Publix, 6570 N. State Road 7, reported a retail theft totaling $56.

July 12: Walmart, 5571 W. Hillsboro Blvd., reported a grand theft totaling approximately $1,049.

July 13: Items valued at approximately $1,450 were stolen from a residence in South Creek.

Criminal Mischief

July 10: A Broward County Transit bus window was shattered at 5550 Johnson Road.

July 13: A vehicle’s rear window was damaged on NW 48th Avenue.

Fire

July 7: Firefighters responded to a fire involving a fire extinguisher at Legacy Apartments, 4407 W. Atlantic Blvd.

Driving Under the Influence

July 12: A DUI arrest followed a traffic stop on Lyons Road.

Arrests

Leonard Levon Williams, 37, was arrested on a charge of aggravated battery.

Anthony Brian Rouse, 37, was arrested on a charge of possessing more than 20 grams of cannabis.

Ethan Seth Brummett, 23, was arrested on a charge of domestic battery.

Gregory Scott Bowman, 59, was arrested on a charge of trespassing after warning.

Mark Shapley, 57, was arrested on a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon without intent to kill.

Fritzroy Hughgeorge Watson, 44, was arrested on a charge of possessing less than 20 grams of cannabis.

Neville Constatine Smart, 35, was arrested on a charge of petit theft.

Tiffany Sharell Reddick, 39, was arrested on a charge of DUI.

Wadlin Desire, 25, was arrested on a charge of grand theft.

Charles Edward Palmer, 47, was arrested on a charge of driving with a suspended license.

Roy Xavier Allen, 38, was arrested on a charge of domestic battery.

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Police Chief James Hofer with his department’s award. {Coconut Creek PD}

The Coconut Creek Police Department has earned statewide recognition for its innovative Friend Responders Initiative, receiving the prestigious Rocky Pomerance Law Enforcement Excellence Award in the Large Agency Category at last week’s Florida Police Chiefs Association annual conference.

Police Chief James Hofer accepted the award on behalf of the department. The Rocky Pomerance Law Enforcement Excellence Award recognizes member agencies that develop and implement innovative community programs that strengthen public safety and community engagement.

The Friend Responders Initiative was created to improve communication between first responders and individuals on the autism spectrum while providing valuable real-world social interaction opportunities.

The program partners with Atlantic Technical College’s Transition Into Employment, or TIE, program, and the Foundation for Independent Living. Participants meet one-on-one with Coconut Creek police officers and firefighters in a relaxed setting where they practice starting conversations with strangers — a skill that can help with everyday activities such as shopping, ordering food and interviewing for jobs.

At the same time, police officers and firefighters gain experience communicating more effectively with individuals on the autism spectrum, helping them build skills they can apply during emergency calls and other community interactions.

The initiative was spearheaded by Lt. Delvecchio after Autism Ambassador Juliana Carranza-Escober learned about a similar program operating in New York and shared the concept with the department.

The recognition marks the second time the Coconut Creek Police Department has received the Rocky Pomerance Law Enforcement Excellence Award.

In 2021, the department earned the honor for its School Safety Dog program, recognizing K-9 Taylor and handler Officer Leonard for their innovative firearms detection training. K-9 Taylor was specially trained to detect firearms, providing an additional layer of safety in schools and other public spaces.

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Mark Shapley {BSO}

Police say a man writing a book at Tradewinds Park pulled a knife on a visitor, threatened him, and used an anti-gay slur.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department arrest report, Mark Shapley, 57, of Coral Gables, was arrested and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly pulling a knife on a man during the morning hours of July 9.

According to officers, a 911 call came in at about 10:00 a.m. from the alleged victim, who reported to police that he had been threatened near a pavilion at the front of the park.

Upon arrival, Shapley told an officer that he had been sitting on a park bench writing a book when the other man walked past him. He denied speaking with the man or being involved in an altercation, according to the affidavit.

The alleged victim provided a different sequence of events. 

He told police that as he walked to the pavilion, Shapley allegedly removed a small knife with a black handle from a bag, waved it at him, and threatened to cut him while yelling, “Faggot, I’ll cut you!” 

The man said the threats and confrontation happened out of nowhere, as he did not know Shapley and had no prior interactions with him. 

Shapley was arrested and transported to the Broward County Main Jail.

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Leonard Levon J. Williams, {BSO}

Police arrested a Coconut Creek man accused of choking and bloodying a woman inside a vehicle before fleeing the scene on foot.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department arrest report, Leonard Levon J. Williams, 37, was arrested on July 7 at his home located near the 2400 block of Northwest 49th Terrace following an investigation into a domestic violence 911 call.

Police said the victim told officers she was sitting in the rear passenger seat of a vehicle while Williams was in the driver’s seat. During what police described as a heated verbal argument, the victim allegedly threatened to call law enforcement in an attempt to calm Williams down.

According to the report, Williams then turned around, reached into the rear passenger area, and grabbed the victim by the neck with both hands. After briefly letting go, Williams allegedly grabbed her neck a second time with greater force before striking her in the face with a closed fist.

The alleged blow caused the victim’s nose to bleed, swelling to her face, and visible injuries, police said. Officers reported observing swelling and bleeding from her face, along with scratches on her neck.

The couple’s child was restrained in a rear seat throughout the incident and was not struck or injured, according to the affidavit.

Police said the victim later attempted to call 911 from her cellphone, but Williams took the phone from her before he fled the area on foot before officers arrived.

Investigators later located Williams in the 4800 block of West Copans Road. When officers asked him to identify himself, Williams allegedly provided the false name “Dan” in an attempt to hinder the investigation. Officers later confirmed his identity, police said.

 Williams was arrested and transported to the Broward County Main Jail. He was later released after posting an $8,000 bond. 

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Parents and caregivers can receive free assistance ensuring their children’s car seats are installed correctly during a Car Seat Safety Check hosted by the Coconut Creek Police Department.

The event will take place on Friday, July 17, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Bright Horizons, 5601 Regency Lakes Blvd. in Coconut Creek.

Certified child passenger safety technicians will be on hand to inspect car seats and booster seats, demonstrate proper installation techniques, and help families ensure children are safely and securely restrained while traveling.

The free event is presented in partnership with Safe Kids Broward County and is open to families seeking guidance on child passenger safety.

For more information, call 954-973-6700 or email carseatcheck@coconutcreek.gov.

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from June 30 to July 6, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Property Damage

June 30: Property damage was reported at Coconut Creek Police Department headquarters, 4800 W. Copans Road.

June 30: A second property-damage incident was reported later that same day at the same location.

July 4: A Jeep Cherokee caught fire in the 200 block of South Lyons Road.

Animal Complaints

June 30: Loose chickens were reported on the 4300 block of Vinkemulder Road.

July 1: Two dogs running at large were reported in the Centura Parc neighborhood.

Theft

June 30: A firearm valued at approximately $850 was reported stolen from a vehicle on the 4300 block of Acacia Circle in Sawgrass Village I.

July 1: Al Hendrickson Toyota reported a stolen vehicle from its dealership at 5201 W. Sample Road.

July 1: An electric bicycle valued at $509 was stolen outside Walmart on West Hillsboro Boulevard.

July 2: Home Depot, 4550 N. State Road 7, reported a delayed retail theft involving approximately $99 in merchandise.

July 2: A theft from a building totaling about $450 was reported on the 4400 block of Northwest 51st Court.

July 3: A domestic disturbance at Bell Apartments led to the reported theft of approximately $100.

July 3: An attempted theft of wheel boots was reported at Riviera Palms.

July 5: A vehicle was reported stolen overnight from Home Depot on North State Road 7.

July 6: A vehicle was reported stolen from Bell Apartments.

Counterfeit Currency

July 1: Fit2Run at 4449 Lyons Road reported a counterfeit bill.

Fraud

July 2: A delayed identity theft investigation involving a reported loss of $59,434 was filed from the 4200 block of Northwest 57th Drive.

July 6: U-Haul on Johnson Road reported an overdue rental vehicle as stolen.

Battery

June 30: A disturbance at World of Beer resulted in a battery investigation and arrest.

July 3: An alleged battery was reported in the Secret Pond neighborhood. No arrest was made.

July 4: Domestic battery incidents were investigated at Elliott South and Coconut Palm Mobile Home Park.

Domestic Disturbances
Police responded to multiple verbal domestic disturbances during the week, including incidents in Cypress Shores, Regency Lakes, Elliott South, Centura Parc, Colonial Plaza and Coconut Creek Plaza.

Driving Under the Influence

June 30: A driver was arrested for DUI following a traffic stop at West Hillsboro Boulevard and Lyons Road.

July 3: A DUI arrest was made at Lyons Road and Cullum Road.

July 6: Another DUI arrest occurred at Sample Road and Lyons Road.

Fires

July 4: A condominium fire was reported in Wynmoor. One person was transported to Broward Health, and a Yorkie was taken to Coral Springs Animal Hospital.

July 5: Firefighters responded to a structure fire in the Cocobay neighborhood.

Missing Juvenile

July 6: Police investigated a runaway juvenile report in Karanda III.

Digital Voyeurism

July 6: Police investigated an alleged digital voyeurism incident on Pembrook Lane, resulting in an arrest.

Arrests

Johanna Justine Jugeat, 45, was arrested on June 30 and charged with DUI (second offense).

Peter Arthur Villafuerte, 38, was arrested July 1 on a domestic battery charge.

David Amorimcameiro Dacunha, 24, was arrested July 1 for violating a domestic violence injunction.

Cutter Justin Alexander, 18, was arrested July 1 on a marijuana possession charge.

Claudia Pfigueiredoowen, 53, was arrested July 3 and charged with DUI.

Vinton Antoney Lofters, 36, was arrested July 4 on a domestic battery charge.

Raul Alfredo Medal, 29, was arrested July 4 on a dating violence battery charge.

Tamara Nicole Velezmoro, 29, was arrested July 4 and charged with battery on a law enforcement officer.

Trinh Nguyen, 49, was arrested July 4 on a trespassing charge.

Jacquelin Joseph, 42, was arrested July 6 and charged with DUI.

Oscar Ivan Larragoitisantiago, 44, was arrested July 6 on a felony charge of digital voyeurism.

Seville Greta Current, 43, was arrested July 6 on a felony petit theft charge.

Steevenson Dieujuste, 35, was arrested July 6 on a petit theft charge.

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Oscar Ivan Larragoiti Santiago {BSO}

A man is accused of secretly recording a teenager in the bathroom after his wife allegedly discovered deleted videos on his iPhone, police said.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department arrest report, Oscar Ivan Larragoiti Santiago, 44, of Fort Lauderdale, was arrested July 6 on a charge of digital voyeurism involving a minor after officers responded to a residence in Coconut Creek after receiving a call.

The victim’s mother told police she had recently become concerned about her husband’s behavior and decided to search his iPhone. While reviewing the device, she allegedly recovered several deleted videos.

Investigators said the recovered videos allegedly depicted the teenager inside the home’s bathroom while showering, using the toilet, or otherwise nude and unaware she was being recorded. Police said the recordings were dated between January 18 and June 17.

The mother told officers she had been in a relationship with Larragoiti Santiago for 14 years and had been married to him for 13 years. After confronting him about the videos, she told investigators he left the residence on foot with his Mexican passport.

Police later interviewed the alleged victim, who became upset and cried after learning about the recordings. According to the affidavit, she told investigators she had no idea she had been secretly recorded.

According to investigators, Larragoiti Santiago returned to the residence while officers were still on scene and was taken into custody. His iPhone 8 was seized and turned over to detectives as evidence.

Larragoiti Santiago was booked into the Broward Main Jail and is being held without bond.

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Jermaine George {GoFundMe}

Two people killed in a single-vehicle crash on June 27 in Coconut Creek have been identified as Coral Springs residents.

Jermaine George, 30, was driving a 2023 Hyundai west in the 3600 block of Sample Road when it left the road and hit a concrete traffic light pole near the entrance to Tradewinds Park around 10:30 p.m., authorities said. Both George and his passenger, Khayla Jennings, 26, died at the scene, according to Coconut Creek Police.

A preliminary investigation indicates speed was a factor in the crash, police said. The crash investigation is ongoing. 

George’s family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover funeral and memorial expenses “so we can lay him to rest with love, dignity, and the honor he deserves,” the page states. 

“Jermaine was deeply loved and meant so much to everyone who knew him,” his family wrote. “His presence brought light, laughter, and comfort in ways that can never be replaced. We are devastated by this unexpected loss and are still trying to process life without him.”

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Frantzley Aristide {BSO}

Police say a Lake Worth man nearly drove off with a $70,000 Chevrolet Traverse from Bachrodt Chevrolet using a fake identity and forged documents.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department arrest report, Frantzley Aristide, 29, was arrested June 24 after officers responded to Bachrodt Chevrolet on North State Road 7.

Police said dealership employees told investigators that Aristide identified himself as “Lowery Lorenzo” while purchasing a 2026 Chevrolet Traverse, valued at over $69,000. During the sales process, he allegedly gave them a photocopy of a Florida driver’s license featuring his photograph but another person’s name and date of birth, rather than producing a physical license.

Investigators say Aristide selected the vehicle, completed the paperwork, provided a $1,000 cash down payment, and was issued a Florida registration, license plate, and the keys to the SUV before dealership staff became suspicious. 

According to the arrest affidavit, a DMV check revealed that the driver’s license number belonged to someone else, while the registration on the paperwork listed a completely different name. Dealership employees then contacted the police.

When officers questioned Aristide, he allegedly continued identifying himself as “Lowery Lorenzo”. Police said they were unable to locate any records for that identity through law enforcement databases.

According to the affidavit, officers also determined the Social Security number used during the transaction did not belong to a legitimate person. Police reported finding sales documents, a credit application, and other paperwork completed using the fictitious identity, as well as a Visa card bearing the false name. 

Officers located Aristide in the dealership parking lot with the vehicle’s keys still in his possession and placed him under arrest. 

Aristide was booked into the Broward County Main Jail, where he remained held on felony charges. 

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from June 23 to June 29, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

June 23

A dating violence battery was reported in the Coco Lake neighborhood. A woman was later arrested.

A resident reported the theft of approximately $20 from a building at Windsor.

A verbal domestic disturbance was reported at Broward College’s North Campus.

June 24

Walmart reported a retail theft involving approximately $99 in merchandise.

Police investigated a domestic battery at Legacy Apartments.

A vehicle valued at nearly $70,000 was fraudulently stolen from Lou Bachrodt Chevrolet. An arrest was made.

June 25

A juvenile was reported missing from the Coco Lake neighborhood.

Two men stole approximately $771 worth of baby formula from Publix before fleeing in a gold SUV.

A driver was arrested on DUI charges following a traffic stop near Sample Road and Lyons Road.

June 26

Home Depot reported a retail theft involving more than $500 in merchandise. The items were recovered, but the suspects fled.

Criminal mischief was reported after a garbage can was damaged at Club Caribe.

A felony warrant arrest was made during a traffic stop near Winston Park Boulevard and State Road 7.

June 27

A neighbor dispute involving a court order was reported in Wynmoor.

Publix reported a shoplifting incident involving approximately $65 in merchandise.

A juvenile was arrested following a domestic battery in the Golden Raintree IV community.

A woman was arrested after a dating violence battery in Wildwood Estates.

A burglary was reported after property was stolen from a patio at Carrington.

June 28

A dog was left unattended inside a vehicle in the Walmart parking lot.

Two felony warrant arrests were made during separate traffic stops.

June 29

A traffic stop on Sample Road resulted in the arrest of a driver accused of possessing less than 20 grams of cannabis and cocaine.

Police investigated an alleged violation of a restraining order in Cypress Shores.

A verbal dating-related domestic disturbance was reported in Cypress Shores.

A domestic disturbance was reported at Country Lakes Mobile Home Park.

Arrests

Tamica Sharease Brown, 46, was arrested on a charge of dating violence battery.

Russell Matthew Singer, 36, was arrested for driving with a suspended license.

Frantzley Aristide, 29, was arrested on a charge of grand theft exceeding $20,000.

John Moryonte Wilson, 30, was arrested on a charge of nonsupport of a parent.

Ashley Mariah Torresmedina, 34, was arrested on a DUI charge.

Lisa Michelle Stanford, 49, was arrested on a charge of criminal use of personal identification information.

Quincy Jermaine McClain, 47, was arrested on a petit theft charge.

Patricia A. Phillips, 61, was arrested for violating pretrial release conditions in a domestic violence case.

Nathaniel Thomas Varner, 47, was arrested for driving with a suspended license as a habitual offender.

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A Coconut Creek truck driver was involved in a crash that killed a 45-year-old man at a Pompano Beach truck stop, according to the Broward Sheriff’s Office.

BSO Traffic Homicide detectives said Keno-Jac Rowe, 39, of Coconut Creek, was driving a 2019 Peterbilt semi-truck with an enclosed trailer when the fatal crash happened on June 20 at the truck stop in the 1100 block of Northwest 31st Avenue.

A man identified by BSO as MD Mridha, 45, of Pompano Beach, died after being pinned between two trucks, authorities said.

According to BSO, Rowe’s Peterbilt had been parked along the driver’s side of a 2024 Kenworth semi-truck with an enclosed trailer. Rodney Battle, 56, of Grand Island, was inside the sleeper cab of the Kenworth at the time of the incident.

A preliminary investigation by BSO found that Mridha was standing on the step of the Kenworth when Rowe began pulling out of his parking space, authorities said. Detectives said Rowe was unaware Mridha was there as he attempted to maneuver the Peterbilt out of the space.

As Rowe pulled forward, the Peterbilt side-swiped the Kenworth, pinning Mridha between the Peterbilt’s trailer and the cab of the Kenworth, according to BSO.

Detectives said Rowe told investigators that Battle honked his horn, causing him to stop because he was unsure whether he had struck the Kenworth. Rowe then backed up slightly and got out of his truck to look, at which point he saw Mridha on the ground.

Mridha was taken to Broward Health North, where he was pronounced dead, according to BSO.

Investigators said excessive speed and impairment are not suspected to be factors in the crash. The investigation remains ongoing.

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Battalion Chief Nemesek and Captain Herrera. {Coconut Creek Fire Rescue}

Two members of Coconut Creek Fire Rescue are deploying to Venezuela as part of an elite urban search and rescue team trained to respond to disasters involving collapsed structures.

Battalion Chief Nemesek and Captain Herrera departed South Florida over the weekend aboard a military flight to Venezuela as members of South Florida Task Force 2, a Federal Emergency Management Agency urban search and rescue team.

The deployment is expected to last at least 10 days.

The pair are among approximately 60 firefighters and other first responders participating in the mission.

South Florida Task Force 2 specializes in urban search and rescue operations following disasters that leave people trapped beneath collapsed buildings and other debris. Team members receive specialized training to locate victims, safely remove them from hazardous environments, stabilize rescue sites, and provide emergency medical care.

According to Coconut Creek Fire Rescue, work often requires rescuers to operate in and around unstable piles of collapsed rubble, using specialized equipment and rescue techniques to reach survivors.

Battalion Chief Nemesek and Captain Herrera completed the extensive training required to serve on the FEMA-affiliated task force before being selected for the deployment.

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Coconut Creek Assistant Chief Lori Choat.

A longtime firefighter who began her career as a high school fire cadet has been promoted to assistant chief at Coconut Creek Fire Rescue.

Assistant Chief Lori Choat’s journey in the fire service began while she was a student at Coconut Creek High School, where she joined the former Margate-Coconut Creek Fire Cadet Program. Knowing early on that she wanted to become a firefighter, she graduated from the Broward Fire Academy in 2003 and launched her career with Margate-Coconut Creek Fire Rescue.

During her years with the department, Choat gained extensive experience serving at Fire Stations 50 and 94 before joining Coconut Creek Fire Rescue when the department was established in 2021.

Since arriving in Coconut Creek, Choat has steadily advanced through the department’s leadership ranks. She was promoted from captain to battalion chief, then to division chief of EMS, before earning her latest promotion to assistant chief.

In addition to her operational leadership, Choat established the Coconut Creek Fire Rescue Cadet Program to help inspire the next generation of firefighters and emergency responders. The program has grown to include 25 high school students and young adults interested in pursuing careers in the fire service.

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Credit: Coconut Creek Police Department

Two people were killed in a single-vehicle crash Saturday night in Coconut Creek, police said. 

A 2023 Hyundai was traveling west in the 3600 block of Sample Road when it left the road and hit a concrete traffic light pole near the entrance to Tradewinds Park around 10:30 p.m.

The driver, a 30-year-old man from Coral Springs, and the passenger, a 26-year-old woman, also from Coral Springs, both died at the scene, according to Coconut Creek Police. Their names were not immediately made public.

A preliminary investigation indicates speed was a factor in the crash, police said. 

The crash investigation is ongoing. 

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from June 16 to June 22, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Burglary

A burglary was reported at South Florida Jewish Academy, 3700 Coconut Creek Parkway, after a suspect allegedly entered the business and committed grand theft. An arrest was made.

A burglary with battery was reported in the Banyan Pointe neighborhood on June 21. An arrest was made.

Theft

A wallet valued at approximately $2,075 was reported stolen from the South Creek neighborhood.

A delayed theft of a ring valued at approximately $10,000 was reported in Wynmoor Village.

Retail thefts were reported at:

Publix, 6570 N. State Road 7 ($97 in merchandise).

Walmart, 5571 W. Hillsboro Blvd. ($5 in food items; prosecution declined).

Kohl’s, 6950 N. State Road 7 ($340 in merchandise).

A delayed stolen vehicle was reported from the Windsor community after a vehicle was taken overnight and later recovered.

Fraud

A stolen credit card was used at J&N Drive Thru, resulting in a fraudulent $14 purchase.

A resident of Baywood Village II reported being defrauded of approximately $1,100.

Police also assisted a Wynmoor resident who reported being scammed into depositing money into a Bitcoin machine.

Criminal Mischief

A vehicle was spray-painted in the Bayport neighborhood.

Graffiti was found on a boardwalk wall at the Township Recreation Center.

Criminal mischief was also reported at the Banyan Trails clubhouse, on Sunshine Drive and in the Regency Lakes community following a domestic disturbance.

Battery and Domestic Incidents

Domestic battery incidents were reported at the Olivine Apartments, South Creek and Carrington.

A battery was reported at Windsor.

An Orbeez pellet battery was reported in Banyan Trails. The victim declined prosecution.

Juvenile battery was investigated at the Banyan Trails clubhouse.

Verbal domestic disturbances were reported in the Olivine neighborhood and at Planet Fitness.

DUI and Traffic Arrests

A crash at West Atlantic Boulevard and Lyons Road resulted in the driver’s arrest on charges including DUI, DUI with property damage and DUI with injuries.

Additional traffic stops resulted in arrests on felony warrants and narcotics-related charges.

Narcotics

A traffic stop near Lyons Road resulted in DUI and narcotics arrests involving two occupants.

Other Incidents

Three unattended deaths were investigated, including one determined to be suspicious pending further investigation.

Police assisted other agencies on several occasions, including K-9 deployments in Margate and recovering a missing senior.

Animal control responded to an animal complaint in the Buttonwood Hammocks neighborhood.

A trespass warning was issued at 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway.

Lost or stolen property reports were taken from Copans Road, the Promenade and Copolum Circle.

Police investigated an attempted homicide case reported at Monarch Station that also involved narcotics.

Arrests

The following arrests were reported during the week:

Michel Roberto Alves da Costa Moura, 33, was arrested on a charge of domestic battery.

John Lawrence Bevilacqua, 46, was arrested on a charge of resisting an officer without violence.

Bradley Owen Hurley, 62, was arrested on a charge of grand theft.

Johnny Damavious Lawrence, 26, was arrested on a charge of domestic battery.

Gene M. Hochman, 44, was arrested on a charge of domestic battery.

Thyrick Anderson McCraywhite, 18, was arrested on a charge of felony retail theft.

Jaqueline Rivero, 46, was arrested on a charge of cocaine possession.

Jesus Manuel Alicea Alvarez, 69, was arrested on a charge of cocaine possession.

Leon Lee Lindo, 33, was arrested on a charge of burglary of an unoccupied structure.

Giancarlo Mercado, 48, was arrested on a charge of burglary with assault or battery.

Dale Lavern Mallory, 65, was arrested on a charge of first-offense DUI.

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A Coconut Creek Police officer stopped an 80-year-old woman from sending money to a scammer after finding her before she was fleeced, according to a police body-camera video.

The video shows Officer Michael Baker speaking calmly with the woman and warning her that she was being defrauded.

“I was supposed to get $70 million and a car,” the woman tells Baker in the video.

“I need you to listen very carefully,” Baker tells her in response. “You’re being scammed, okay? This is not a real thing. Please do not go get money and give it to anybody.”

According to Coconut Creek Police spokesperson Scotty Leamon, scammers had convinced the woman to purchase a money card with scratch-off numbers on it, a common sign of fraud.

“That right there is always a sign of a scam,” Baker tells the woman after she describes scratching off the card and giving someone the numbers.

Baker also explained how scammers often direct victims to stores such as Walgreens to buy gift cards or reloadable money cards, then falsely claim money will be waiting for them at their bank.

“You’re going to get to the bank, and they’re going to say, ‘No, ma’am,’” Baker tells her, urging her not to send more money.

”I won’t do it again,” the woman said.

Leamon praised Baker’s handling of the call, saying the officer was patient, nonjudgmental, and focused on winning the woman’s trust.

Police used the video to warn residents about common fraud schemes involving gift cards, prepaid cards, and money cards. Once a scammer obtains the card information, the money can often be drained immediately, according to police.

“There’s a scammer out there that really hates this video,” Leamon said. “And a conman’s [cursing police] because he didn’t get his money. Well, that’s our love language for the Coconut Creek Police Department.”

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Arnaudson Earle Neil Jean Baptiste. {BSO}

A Coconut Creek man faces attempted murder charges after police say he fired at two teens who allegedly stole marijuana during a drug deal gone bad at Monarch Station Apartments.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department arrest affidavit, Arnaudson Earle Neil Jean Baptiste, 38, was arrested June 16 on charges of attempted second-degree murder.

Police said the incident unfolded on June 12 at Monarch Station Apartments, 4901 West Sample Road, after multiple 911 callers reported hearing a gunshot and seeing two males running from the area. Officers recovered a spent 9mm shell casing near the front entrance of the complex.

Investigators initially believed the shooting stemmed from a robbery. According to the affidavit, two juveniles later admitted they arranged to meet Jean Baptiste to purchase $100 worth of marijuana but instead planned to steal the drugs. 

Detectives said the pair sent four Cash App transactions that were never completed before grabbing the marijuana and running from Jean Baptiste’s vehicle.

One of the teens told investigators he saw Jean Baptiste reach for a firearm as they ran. Both juveniles reported hearing a gunshot while fleeing and later said Jean Baptiste chased them through the apartment complex, allegedly telling them, “You can’t hide forever; we’re gonna find you.”

Police said surveillance footage and witness statements placed Jean Baptiste at the scene. Detectives also linked him to the phone number used to arrange the meeting and said both juveniles later identified him in photo lineups as the shooter.

During the investigation, detectives recovered a large amount of marijuana from a backpack allegedly carried by one of the juveniles after the theft. 

Jean Baptiste was booked into the Broward County Jail and later released after posting a $75,000 bond.

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from June 9 to June 15, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Battery

June 9: A simple battery was reported in the 1800 block of Lyons Road.

June 11: A dispute between an Amazon employee and a customer resulted in a mutual battery incident in the 3800 block of Lyons Road.

June 15: A domestic disturbance in the Country Club Lakes area led to a simple battery investigation.

Fraud

June 9: A resident in the 4200 block of Northwest 54th Street reported a fraud resulting in an estimated loss of $20,000.

Animal Bites

June 9: A woman was bitten by a raccoon at Guildhall Anime Lounge on Lyons Road.

June 10: A man was bitten by a dog at The Preserve Cypress Hammocks.

Bicycle Theft

June 10: A bicycle valued at $1,000 was stolen outside the Publix at 5365 Lyons Road.

Shoplifting

June 10: A shoplifting incident involving $36 in merchandise occurred at Walmart on West Hillsboro Boulevard. The suspect was trespassed, and prosecution was waived.

June 12: Merchandise valued at $13 was stolen from Publix on Coconut Creek Parkway.

Reported June 15: Kohl’s reported a delayed theft of cosmetics valued at $848.80 from its North State Road 7 store and requested prosecution.

Package Theft

June 10: A package valued at $300 was stolen from a residence in the 5300 block of State Road 810.

Vehicle Theft

June 13: A vehicle was reported stolen from the Paloma Lakes community on Monarch Way.

Aggravated Battery

June 12: An aggravated domestic battery was reported in the Golden Raintree III community in the 4600 block of Northwest 30th Street.

Theft

June 12: A robbery resulting in the theft of approximately $75 was reported at Monarch Station on West Sample Road.

June 15: Two iPhones valued at $1,000 were stolen from a bedroom in the 3900 block of Devonshire Court.

Driving Under the Influence

June 11: A driver was arrested for DUI following a traffic stop at West Sample Road and Lyons Road.

June 14: A disabled vehicle investigation on North State Road 7 resulted in a DUI arrest.

Fleeing and Eluding

June 11: A traffic stop near Northwest 54th Avenue and West Sample Road resulted in a fleeing and eluding investigation.

Missing Persons

June 13: A 33-year-old man was reported missing from the Huntington Square West community.

June 15: A missing juvenile was reported from the Casa Palma community.

Arrests

June 9: A 25-year-old woman was arrested on a charge of domestic battery in the 1800 block of Lyons Road.

June 10: A 29-year-old man was arrested on a charge of criminal mischief.

June 10: A 41-year-old man was arrested on a charge of resisting an officer without violence.

June 10: A 54-year-old man was arrested on a charge of resisting an officer without violence.

June 11: A 38-year-old woman was arrested on a charge of DUI.

June 12: A 22-year-old man was arrested on a charge of possession of less than 20 grams of marijuana.

June 12: A 31-year-old man was arrested on a charge of retail theft.

June 13: A 45-year-old man was arrested on a charge of aggravated battery causing bodily harm in a domestic incident.

June 13: An 18-year-old man was arrested on a charge of petit theft.

June 13: A 25-year-old man was arrested on a charge of battery.

June 14: A 42-year-old man was arrested on a charge of DUI.

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Monarch High School {Aiden Palmer}

Residents may notice a significant law enforcement and emergency response presence near Monarch High School in Coconut Creek on Thursday, June 18, as local agencies conduct a large-scale Critical Incident and Response Training exercise.

Scheduled to begin at 7 a.m., the training involves numerous police officers, emergency vehicles, fire rescue units, and a Broward Sheriff’s Office helicopter operating in the area.

According to Scotty Leamon, Public Safety Information Officer, residents, particularly those who live or work near the school, are advised not to be alarmed by the activity, emphasizing that it is part of a planned training exercise designed to prepare first responders for critical incidents.

Given the school’s proximity to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, Leamon said that notifying the public in advance is especially important to prevent unnecessary concern.

The exercise is expected to provide realistic emergency response scenarios and will be highly visible throughout the morning.

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from June 2 to June 8, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Home Invasion Robbery: A resident of the Vista Verde community was tied up at gunpoint during a home invasion between 11:40 p.m. on June 7 and 2:02 a.m. June 8. Approximately $27,000 was reported stolen. Police said the motive remains unknown.

Abduction Reported: Police investigated an armed home invasion and abduction in the Vista Verde neighborhood shortly after 1 a.m. on June 8. The reported loss totaled approximately $1,655.

Construction Trailer Burglarized: A construction trailer at the Nature Center was burglarized sometime between June 4 and June 6, resulting in an estimated loss of $8,460.

Vehicle Stolen: A vehicle was reported stolen from Coco Parc after disappearing overnight between June 4 and June 5.

Attempted Residential Burglary: An attempted burglary was reported in the Elliott South neighborhood shortly before midnight on June 6.

Aggravated Assault: Police investigated an aggravated assault and criminal mischief incident in the Carrington community on the morning of June 7.

Battery on Elderly Victim: An elderly battery was reported in Wynmoor on the afternoon of June 4.

Child Abuse Investigation: Officers responded to allegations of child abuse in the South Creek neighborhood on June 7.

Illegal Dumping: Furniture was illegally dumped in the South Creek neighborhood, resulting in a city ordinance violation report.

Criminal Mischief: Damage to government property was reported in the Long Pine North neighborhood between June 1 and June 2.

Structure Fire: Firefighters responded to a structure fire at Keane Architectural Woodwork on Johnson Road shortly after midnight on June 4.

Retail Theft: An attempted retail theft involving approximately $164 in merchandise was reported at Walmart on West Hillsboro Boulevard on June 3.

Suspicious Package: An Uber driver contacted police after discovering a suspicious package on West Sample Road on June 3.

Missing Toddler Recovered: A toddler reported missing at Monarch Station on June 3 was safely located and reunited with a guardian.

Death Investigation: Police investigated a suspicious or unknown death at Coco Parc on June 8.

Arrests

Jeffrey Kent, 61, was arrested on June 2 and charged with DUI.

Tyniece Vemon Watsoniceron, 22, was arrested on June 3 and charged with possession of less than 20 grams of cannabis and possession of synthetic cannabinoids.

Michael Jason Lelack, 49, was arrested on June 3 and charged with retail theft.

Stephan Kofi Bio, 31, was arrested on June 3 and charged with grand theft involving a victim over age 65.

Jarvis Kareem Winson, 53, was arrested on June 4 and charged with criminal mischief.

Brayan Daniel Suarezblanco, 29, was arrested on June 4 and charged with petit theft.

Ricardo Eleas Horn, 19, was arrested on June 4 and charged with possession of cannabis with intent to sell or deliver.

Misael Castrobello, 44, was arrested on June 5 and charged with DUI.

Alfonso Lee Young, 28, was arrested on June 5 and charged with resisting an officer with violence.

Javares Torcell Jones, 43, was arrested on June 5 and charged with violating a domestic violence injunction.

Shemar Nathaniel Bazile, 27, was arrested on June 6 and charged with DUI.

Sandra Liliana Camachopineda, 48, was arrested on June 6 and charged with domestic battery.

Vanessa Ann Morales, 43, was arrested on June 6 and charged with DUI.

Mark Lawrence Atkinson, 40, was arrested on June 7 and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon involving domestic violence and criminal mischief over $1,000.

Matthew Louis Perry, 58, was arrested on June 8 and charged with resisting an officer without violence.

Hernan O. Cajal, 29, was arrested on June 8 and charged with simple battery.

Patrick James Capozzoli, 38, was arrested on June 8 and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia.

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Stephan Kofi Bio {BSO}

A Coconut Creek man accused of receiving $20,000 from a Texas couple in a Chase Bank scam may be linked to additional victims, according to investigators probing the alleged fraud scheme.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department arrest affidavit, Stephan Kofi Bio, 31, was taken into custody on June 3 and charged with an organized scheme to defraud a person 65 or older.

Records show the investigation began after the Dallas Police Department forwarded a fraud case to Coconut Creek detectives involving a 78-year-old woman and her 78-year-old husband. Investigators said the couple received a phone call from someone claiming to be a bank employee who warned them about alleged internal fraud at their financial institution.

According to the affidavit, the caller instructed the victims to travel to a Chase Bank branch in Dallas and conduct what was described as a “roofing” transaction to determine whether bank tellers were involved in fraudulent activity. Believing they were helping protect their money, the couple withdrew $20,000 from their USAA account and deposited it into a Chase account while remaining on the phone with the caller.

The victims later realized they had been scammed and reported the incident to authorities.

Detectives said subpoenaed bank records identified the recipient account as belonging to SB94 LLC and listed Bio as the account holder. Investigators further said that not only was the $20,000 deposit discovered and confirmed, but it was also followed by multiple Zelle transactions to various individuals, suggesting a string of similar crimes. 

Court records state that detectives contacted Bio in April 2025 and that, during the encounter, he admitted the bank account belonged to him. Investigators said Bio claimed the money was connected to his music business, but no evidence to support that claim was provided. 

Bio was arrested and booked into the Broward County Main Jail. An investigation into whether there were additional victims is currently underway. 

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from May 26 to June 1, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

May 26

A driver was arrested for a third DUI offense and driving as a habitual traffic offender following a traffic stop in the 4500 block of West Copans Road.

A juvenile was reported missing from the Banyan Pointe community.

Hillsboro Liquors reported a retail theft involving approximately $77 in merchandise.

Walgreens on Coconut Creek Parkway reported the theft of five cans of infant formula valued at about $182.

Pet Supermarket on State Road 7 reported a retail theft totaling approximately $369.

A traffic stop on West Sample Road resulted in a marijuana possession arrest after a vehicle fled from officers.

May 27

Police investigated a suspected bank scam after a resident of Windsor at Coconut Creek reported a man claiming to be a Bank of America employee offered to pick up a credit card from the victim’s home.

A 76-year-old resident reported losing $5,000 in a fraud scheme.

Officers responded to a domestic disturbance at a business in Coconut Creek.

May 28

AT&T reported approximately $4,000 worth of batteries stolen from a communications tower on Vinkemulder Road.

Police investigated allegations of elderly neglect and child neglect in separate incidents.

A traffic stop on West Sample Road led to the arrest of a man accused of possessing marijuana with intent to distribute and possessing two firearms.

A resident reported receiving harassing messages from unknown phone numbers.

A vehicle was damaged in the Lyons Road area.

May 29

A resident of Club Caribe reported criminal mischief at a home.

Police arrested a driver on a felony charge of driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop on West Sample Road.

Officers investigated a domestic violence-related aggravated assault in the Cocoplum Circle area.

A second juvenile runaway was reported from Banyan Pointe.

May 30

Kohl’s reported the theft of approximately $600 worth of travel-size perfume.

Home Depot reported a retail theft involving merchandise valued at about $449.

A narcotics arrest was made at the Coconut Creek Community Center.

Police responded to a reported suicide threat in the Karanda community.

Officers investigated a domestic battery at the Legacy Apartments.

May 31

A disturbance at a Marathon gas station led to an arrest on an obstruction charge.

Walmart reported a trespassing incident that resulted in an arrest.

Police arrested a man accused of aggravated battery on a pregnant woman and violating an injunction.

June 1

Officers arrested a driver for DUI following a traffic stop on State Road 7.

A scooter valued at approximately $634 was reported stolen from Broward College.

Police investigated a dating violence incident at Windsor Coconut Creek that resulted in an arrest for domestic battery by strangulation.

A second DUI arrest occurred near Sample Road and Lyons Road.

Officers responded to an unattended natural death in Wynmoor.

Arrests

The following arrests were reported by Coconut Creek Police during the week:

Pedro Checamachado, 42 — DUI (third offense over 10 years).

Daniel Jasse Leno, 24 — Driving with a suspended license (felony).

Jean Richard Adoux, 23 — Child neglect without great bodily harm.

Micado Pierre, 28 — Possession of cannabis with intent to sell or deliver.

Vernom Lyle Hargrett, 48 — Unlawful license tag/sticker attached.

Odean Campbell, 39 — Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon (domestic violence).

Karen Jasmine Linares, 24 — Domestic battery.

Cody Alan Cole, 36 — Possession of cocaine.

Renel Leslie Etienne, 36 — Resisting an officer without violence.

Patricia Elyse Peckham, 56 — Trespassing.

John Rossewayne Mills, 37 — Aggravated battery on a pregnant victim.

Marla Jada Mondesir, 24 — Domestic battery by strangulation.

Neil Verma, 37 — DUI (first offense).

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Coconut Creek’s new fire chief, Michael Rodriguez {City of Coconut Creek}

Coconut Creek has a new fire chief.

Michael M. Rodriguez has been promoted to chief of the city’s Fire Rescue. He previously served as deputy fire chief, a position he took in September 2024.

“I feel good about this organization, and I am very happy about where I am professionally,” said Rodriguez. “The fire rescue department will hit its five-year anniversary, and I am excited about the opportunity to help it grow.”

Rodriguez said former Chief Brian Blizzard set a good foundation with his leadership. “I will take it day by day and keep moving forward,” he said. “We have an outstanding team with the best men and women in the business. This makes our administrative jobs easier. I appreciate the trust the city manager and city officials have placed in me to serve this fine organization,” said Rodriguez.

As deputy fire chief, Rodriguez oversaw daily operations, guided strategic initiatives, and supported the department’s continued growth. Previously, he served as the EMS division chief for the Seminole Tribe Fire Rescue. Rodriguez had a 20-year career with Delray Beach Fire Rescue, during which he served as an EMS captain, division chief of fire and life safety, and assistant chief of administration.

Rodriguez has also worked as an emergency room and trauma nurse and as a patient care manager. He has served as an EMS and nursing instructor. Rodriguez holds dual bachelor’s degrees in health sciences and nursing. He also has a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership, according to Rodriguez.

He has been married to his wife, Nadine, for over 26 years. They have two children: Gianni, 25, a graduate of the University of South Florida with a bachelor’s degree in information technology, and Mia, 22, a graduate of Florida Atlantic University with a bachelor’s degree in nursing, according to Rodriguez.

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Jean Richard Adoux {BSO}

A witness called 911 after discovering a 5-year-old girl alone, crying, and banging on the windows of a locked vehicle outside of a restaurant.

According to Coconut Creek Police, Jean Richard Adoux, 23, of Lauderdale Lakes, was acting as a caregiver for the child with her parents’ knowledge when the incident occurred on May 27 near the 4100 block of West Hillsborough Boulevard, outside La Brasa Grill.

Investigators said a witness parked next to a Kia and noticed the young girl sitting alone inside the vehicle. After entering the restaurant to order food and returning approximately 20 minutes later, the witness reportedly found the child crying and banging on the window and immediately called 911. Records show how Adoux came out, opened the car door, and took the child out.

According to an arrest report, officers reviewed surveillance video from inside the restaurant that allegedly showed Adoux speaking with the manager for about 15 minutes before sitting at a table with the manager for another 35 minutes. Police said the child remained alone in the vehicle for approximately 50 minutes while temperatures outside reached 85 degrees.

An investigating officer noted in the report that the vehicle was turned off with all windows rolled up, creating conditions that could have resulted in severe injury or death of the child.

Authorities said the girl, who is related to Adoux, did not appear to suffer any obvious injuries.

Adoux was arrested and charged with child neglect without great bodily harm and leaving a child unattended in a vehicle for more than 15 minutes.

According to Broward County jail records, he was transported to the Broward County Main Jail and is being held on a $10,000 bond.

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from May 19 to May 25, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Thefts & Property Crimes

May 19: A man stole two bottles of liquor valued at approximately $89 from Winston Park Discount Liquor, 5407 Lyons Road.

May 21: A $200 weighted vest was reported stolen from LA Fitness, 5501 Lyons Road.

May 21: Two subjects shoplifted merchandise valued at approximately $440 from Publix, 6570 N. State Road 7.

May 23: Property damage was reported at Tradewinds Park, 3601 W. Sample Road.

May 23: Property damage was reported at the Promenade, 4413 Lyons Road.

May 25: An 85-year-old Wynmoor resident reported losing $4,300 after sending checks to unknown subjects in a fraud scheme.

Other Incidents

May 19: A vehicle crashed into a tree in the 200 block of South Lyons Road after a large rock reportedly became lodged on the gas pedal. The driver left the scene before officers arrived.

May 19: A traffic stop in the 2000 block of Lyons Road led to a warrant arrest.

May 20: A Lyons Creek Middle School employee reported a lost wallet.

May 22: A subject was arrested for loitering and prowling in the 3500 block of Lyons Road.

May 23: Officers arrested a driver for DUI on North State Road 7.

May 24: Officers located 7.6 grams of cocaine inside a Turo rental vehicle in the 4400 block of Northwest 8th Street.

May 25: A homeowner discovered a deceased person on a porch in the Tallawood neighborhood. The death was classified as suspicious/unknown pending investigation.

May 25: A traffic stop in the 3800 block of Coconut Creek Parkway resulted in the arrest of a driver on felony narcotics charges and for driving without a valid license.

Arrests

Lenin Alejandro Garcia, 28, was arrested on a charge of driving while license suspended, first offense, on May 19.

Rasheed Abdur Muwwakkil, 44, was arrested on a charge of third-degree felony petit theft as a subsequent offense on May 19.

Zachary Cesar Sjogreen, 28, was arrested on a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon on May 19.

Richard Karl Horn, 51, was arrested on a charge of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon on May 20.

Tristan Malachi Azor, 20, was arrested on charges of possession of cannabis under 20 grams and possession of synthetic cannabis under 3 grams on May 20.

Angel Geovany Navas, 23, was arrested on a charge of resisting an officer without violence on May 22.

Byron Omar Quintanalopez, 32, was arrested on a charge of DUI on May 23.

Dajhan Jaeden Jones, 24, was arrested on two separate charges of battery on a law enforcement officer, firefighter, or EMT stemming from incidents on May 23 and May 24.

Jadia Nicole Smith, 21, was arrested on a charge of DUI on May 24.

Jelani Denord, 47, was arrested on a charge of domestic battery on May 24.

Ryan Jermaine Pope, 38, was arrested on charges of possession of cannabis under 20 grams and possession of synthetic cannabis under 3 grams on May 25.

Jania Lashawn Holley, 22, was arrested on a charge of battery on May 25.

Isabela Nieves, 25, was arrested on a felony charge of possession of Percocet on May 25.

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Daniela Aguirre {BSO}

An Opa-locka woman accused in a recent prior Miami-Dade test drive theft case was found half-naked, covered in blood, and holding broken glass during an alleged Coconut Creek burglary spree, police said.

According to Coconut Creek court records, Daniela Aguirre, 23, was arrested around 3:52 a.m. on May 9 after officers responded to reports of a burglary in progress at an apartment complex in Coconut Creek.

Police said officers arrived to find Aguirre partially naked, covered in blood, and holding a shard of broken glass while yelling incoherently in a stairwell area. Officers reported she appeared highly agitated and initially refused commands to get on the ground.

Investigators said Aguirre repeatedly resisted officers while they attempted to handcuff her and attempted to grab police equipment. Officers said she even slipped off one handcuff during the struggle, forcing multiple officers to restrain her again before she was fully secured.

According to police, the incident began when Aguirre allegedly forced her way into a neighbor’s apartment after aggressively banging on the front door. When the resident opened the door, investigators said Aguirre shoved the victim backward, entered the residence without permission, and battered the victim inside the home before being pushed back out.

Police said Aguirre then went to a second nearby residence, where she allegedly removed a screen from a kitchen window and attempted to climb inside while yelling, “Let me in, let me in.” Investigators said the resident slammed the window shut, but Aguirre punched through the glass, shattering it and suffering cuts to her arm.

Further investigation revealed that Aguirre had allegedly arrived at the apartment complex driving a truck reported stolen out of Orange County, according to police. Officers said the truck was found still running in the middle of the street with the driver’s door open and no license plate attached. 

Aguirre was transported to Northwest Medical Center for treatment of self-inflicted injuries before being booked into the Broward Main Jail, according to the report.

The Coconut Creek arrest comes just weeks after Aguirre was arrested in Miami-Dade County in April in a separate alleged vehicle theft case involving a dealership test drive.

According to Miami-Dade authorities, Aguirre was arrested after deputies said she stole a 2021 Ram truck during a test drive at Metro Ford Miami while arriving at the dealership in a separate stolen vehicle. Investigators said Aguirre told a salesman she wanted to show the truck to her father before allegedly driving off. She was charged with two counts of grand theft auto in that case.

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Ronel Myrtil {BSO}

A man was arrested after police said he threw cookies and bottled drinks during a drunken disturbance inside a Coconut Creek Subway.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department report, on May 18, officers responded to a 911 call from the Subway at 5415 Lyons Road after employees reported that a disorderly customer was causing damage inside the restaurant and refusing to leave. 

Upon arrival, officers located Ronel Myrtil, 37, of Oakland Park, kneeling on the floor with his hands raised, begging officers to arrest him.

After detaining him, officers spoke to witnesses who said Mytril entered the restaurant and asked an employee where “Debra” was. When told she was not working, investigators said Myrtil became upset, knocked an entire tray of cookies onto the floor, and walked out of the store.

The employee told police Myrtil allegedly threatened him while leaving, saying, “When you see Debra, tell her I’m coming for her neck.”

Police said Myrtil later returned to the restaurant, opened a cooler, and began taking bottles of drinks and smashing them onto the floor, causing them to burst and spill throughout the store. 

Officers said he then climbed onto a restaurant table and refused to leave, yelling at employees and customers. 

Investigators said they smelled alcohol on Myrtil’s breath and discovered a can of Heineken beer and an open case of beer inside his red Tesla parked outside the Subway.

Myrtil was arrested and transported to the Broward County Main Jail. He later posted a $300 bond.

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Roger Wilson {BSO}

Coconut Creek Police say four officers were needed to subdue a man calling himself “God’s Warrior” after he was allegedly caught smoking crack outside a Publix.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department arrest report, officers responded around 9:35 a.m. on May 16 to the Publix at 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway after a manager reported a man – later identified as Roger Wilson, 36, smoking from a glass pipe outside the store.

When officers approached Wilson, police say he continued smoking from the pipe and told officers his name was “God’s Warrior.” Investigators later noted Wilson has a “GODS WARRIOR” tattoo across his chest.

Police said Wilson claimed the pipe contained CBD, but officers suspected it was crack use based on the type of glass pipe being used. When officers attempted to detain him, Wilson allegedly resisted, pulled away, grabbed at an officer’s neck and vest, and continued fighting even after being tased. Authorities said it ultimately took four officers to pin him down.

Investigators said officers recovered three burnt glass pipes from a search of Wilson, which later tested positive for cocaine.

Wilson was arrested and transported to the Broward County Main Jail.

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from May 12 to May 18, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Crime Incidents

A student at Monarch High School reported receiving harassing messages from an ex-boyfriend on May 12 in the 5000 block of Wiles Road.

Police investigated an elderly abuse/neglect complaint on May 12 involving a vulnerable adult.

A phone valued at $850 was reported stolen from Talkin Tacos, 5571 W. Hillsboro Blvd., on May 12.

An assault was reported at Walgreens in Coconut Creek on May 12.

A suspect was observed stealing a bale of boxes from Publix, 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway, on May 12.

Lost property was reported at Broward College Library on May 12.

Several Baker Act cases were reported throughout the week, including incidents involving juveniles and adults.

A delayed vehicle theft was reported on May 13 at Cypress Shores, 1911 Lyons Road.

Police investigated a Crime Stoppers tip regarding a possible shooting near Lyons Road and West Copans Road on May 13.

A staff member at Tradewinds Elementary School was struck by an ESE student experiencing a behavioral crisis on May 14.

A natural death was reported on May 14 in the Coral Pointe neighborhood.

A Coconut Creek woman reported losing $364,098 in an impersonation fraud scheme between April 6 and April 16. The incident was reported on May 15.

Police investigated an elderly abuse/neglect case in Wynmoor on May 15.

A man allegedly violated a domestic violence no-contact order on May 15 in the 4100 block of West Atlantic Boulevard.

A woman reported written threats to kill and electronic harassment at Evergreen Apartments on May 15.

Police documented an unauthorized Verizon account opened in a resident’s name in the Julia Gardens neighborhood.

Officers arrested a suspect at Publix, 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway, on May 16 on charges including battery on a law enforcement officer, cocaine possession, resisting with violence, and drug paraphernalia possession.

A repeat shoplifting suspect allegedly stole steak and shrimp valued at $369 from Publix on May 16.

Multiple domestic disturbances were reported throughout Coconut Creek during the week.

A DUI arrest was made following a traffic stop near 2200 Lyons Road on May 18.

Police investigated a tax fraud complaint at Broadstone Apartments on May 18.

A disturbance involving criminal mischief was reported at Subway, 5415 Lyons Road, on May 18.

Arrests

Alan Caldwell, 35, was arrested May 12 on a felony charge of petit theft-third subsequent offense at 6950 N. State Road 7.

Moesha Pierce, 30, was arrested May 12 as an accessory to petit theft at 6950 N. State Road 7.

Eduardo Vallereyes, 48, was arrested May 12 on a petit theft charge at Publix, 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway.

Juwan Taitt, 28, was arrested May 15 for violating a domestic violence injunction in the 4100 block of West Atlantic Boulevard.

Alan Caldwell, 35, was arrested again May 15 on a felony retail theft charge at 6950 N. State Road 7.

Jonathan Perez, 31, was arrested May 15 for resisting an officer without violence near 1100 Lyons Road.

Robert Pearson, 40, was arrested May 16 on a dating violence battery charge in the 2100 block of Lucaya Bend.

Roger Wilson, 36, was arrested May 16 on a felony charge of battery on a law enforcement officer at Publix, 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway.

Rasheed Muwwakkil, 44, was arrested May 16 on felony retail theft and felony petit theft charges at Publix, 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway.

Kalvin Wright, 38, was arrested May 16 for resisting an officer without violence in the 4700 block of West Atlantic Boulevard.

Tyrike Whitely, 24, was arrested May 17 for habitual driving with a suspended license near Cocoplum Circle.

Patricia Phillips, 61, was arrested May 17 for violating a domestic violence injunction in the 6400 block of Northwest 37th Avenue.

Edmond Walters, 64, was arrested May 18 for DUI near 2200 Lyons Road.

Ronel Myrtil, 37, was arrested May 18 for criminal mischief at Subway, 5415 Lyons Road.

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Bryan Kristopher Clark {BSO}

Seminole Police say a man accused of burglarizing vehicles at Seminole Coconut Creek Casino later tried selling a stolen Nintendo Switch back to the victim’s girlfriend through Facebook Marketplace in return for sex.

According to a Seminole Police Department booking report and probable cause affidavit, Bryan Kristopher Clark, 18, of Margate, was arrested on May 10 on charges stemming from a March burglary spree. 

Police said the investigation began after a casino employee reported that a Nintendo Switch 2 gaming console and several games were stolen from a vehicle parked inside the Seminole Coconut Creek Casino garage on March 1. 

According to the affidavit, surveillance footage allegedly showed Clark entering the victim’s vehicle and later checking door handles on multiple other cars throughout the parking garage in what investigators described as an attempt to locate unlocked vehicles. Detectives also noted the suspect was linked to another vehicle burglary involving a stolen firearm.

Investigators said surveillance video captured Clark’s vehicle and later identified him through the footage and additional evidence.

The case took another turn when the victim’s girlfriend allegedly found the stolen Nintendo Switch 2 listed for sale on Facebook Marketplace. According to police, she recognized the device because of a unique icon displayed on the console and the games shown in the listing photos.

Detectives said Clark allegedly communicated with the woman through Facebook Marketplace and offered to sell the console for about $500. The affidavit further alleges that Clark suggested he would lower the price in exchange for sexual favors.

Police said Clark also allegedly sent photographs of himself and his tattoos, which investigators said matched the suspect seen on surveillance footage.

According to the affidavit, detectives also reviewed a prior February arrest involving Clark for false imprisonment, domestic battery, and criminal mischief. An officer involved in that case allegedly identified Clark from still images pulled from the casino surveillance footage.

Clark was arrested by the Coral Springs Police Department at a home located near the 10000 block of Northwest 20th Street and transported to the Broward Main Jail, where he is held without bond.

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Dallen Luis Morejon {BSO}

A Pompano teen was arrested after police said he used Snapchat’s location feature to track his ex-girlfriend, then chased and rammed the car she was riding in during a first date through multiple Broward cities.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department police report, Dallen Luis Morejon, 18, was arrested on May 11 on two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon. 

The report shows Morejon had been texting his ex-girlfriend through Snapchat throughout the evening, asking about her whereabouts. Investigators say he used Snapchat’s location-sharing feature to find her as she was riding as a passenger on a first date and at a birthday dinner with another man, near the 200 block of South Lyons Road.

The victims told police Morejon pulled his car alongside theirs, surprising the woman, who told her date who Morejon was and that they should avoid him. The driver attempted to flee, heading south into Pompano Beach before making a U-turn and driving back north. 

Morejon allegedly followed the vehicle toward the intersection of Lyons Road and West Atlantic Boulevard, and allegedly struck the rear of their car three times at roughly 45 mph. 

Both vehicles stopped at the intersection. The driver got out to confront Morejon, and a verbal argument turned physical when Morejon allegedly grabbed the man’s arm and punched him in the back of the head. The two grappled to the ground before the woman stepped in to break it up. 

Morejon then followed the couple again as they pulled into a Cumberland Farms gas station, where he finally drove off.

Officers located Morejon at his Pompano Beach home, where the damaged car was parked in the driveway. He also had visible abrasions consistent with the altercation.

Morejon was arrested and transported to the Broward County Main Jail. He was later released after posting a $21,000 bond. 

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from May 5 to May 11, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Burglary and Theft

A residence burglary was reported in the Tallowwood mobile home community in the 6500 block of Northwest 32nd Avenue on May 5. A trespass warning was issued.

A theft from a motor vehicle was reported at Legacy Apartments, 4511 West Atlantic Boulevard, on May 6. The reported loss was $400.

Publix, 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway, reported a felony retail theft on May 6 involving approximately $30 in merchandise.

Kohl’s, 6950 North State Road 7, reported a delayed retail theft on May 6 involving approximately $899 in merchandise. The suspect fled the store.

A delayed residence burglary in Coral Pointe was reported May 7 in the 5400 block of Northwest 42nd Way. The estimated loss was $100,000.

A burglary with assault was reported May 9 in Baywood Village III.

Walmart, 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard, reported an employee theft investigation involving approximately $90 in merchandise.

A vehicle theft was reported May 10 at Coconut Palm Club, 5320 Northwest 55th Boulevard. The vehicle owner tracked the vehicle to North Miami Beach, where police were expected to recover it.

Cocobay reported criminal mischief to its front gate on May 10.

A bicycle theft with an estimated loss of $700 was reported May 11 in Country Lakes Mobile Home Park.

Assaults and Domestic Incidents

A domestic violence injunction violation was reported May 5 in South Creek.

A physical confrontation stemming from a traffic crash was reported May 5 at 4400 Sol Press Boulevard. No arrests were made.

A fight between friends was reported May 6 near Northwest Eighth Street and Palmetto Drive. The victim declined prosecution.

An aggravated assault and battery involving an elderly victim was reported May 7 at Marathon.

A domestic disturbance involving false imprisonment led to an arrest May 8 in the San Mellina neighborhood.

An altercation involving an elderly victim was reported May 8 in a Walgreens parking lot on Coconut Creek Parkway.

An aggravated battery involving a vehicle used as a deadly weapon was reported May 10 near Lyons Road. Police said an ex-boyfriend tracked down his former girlfriend while she was with another man. An 18-year-old suspect was taken to the Broward Sheriff’s Office Main Jail.

A dating violence battery was reported May 11 at Vista Verda on West Atlantic Boulevard.

Drug and DUI Arrests

A traffic stop at 2200 Lyons Road on May 5 resulted in four arrests, including felony fentanyl and oxycodone possession charges.

A traffic stop near Lyons Road and Winston Park Boulevard on May 5 resulted in the discovery of 26.4 grams of marijuana.

A traffic stop on Johnson Road on May 7 resulted in a methamphetamine possession arrest.

A DUI arrest was made May 10 on West Hillsboro Boulevard.

Other Notable Incidents

Police assisted the Broward Sheriff’s Office on May 5 in apprehending burglary suspects near Northwest 48th Avenue and Northwest 74th Place in Pompano Beach.

A suspicious incident involving possible narcotics activity and stolen motorcycles was reported May 7 in Country Lakes.

A seventh-grade student at Lyons Creek Middle School was investigated after making an inappropriate comment.

An unattended natural death was reported May 10 in South Creek.

Two separate fire incidents were reported May 10, including an indoor fire on Acacia Circle and a fence fire caused by discarded coals in South Creek.

Arrests

Tyler Ryan Pierrephilippe, 21, was arrested May 5 on a felony charge of possession of oxycodone following a traffic stop on Lyons Road.

Morris Lee Johnson, 22, was arrested May 5 on a felony fentanyl possession charge.

Jerry Michael Adams, 56, was arrested May 5 on a felony marijuana possession charge involving more than 20 grams.

Alan M. Caldwell, 35, was arrested May 6 on felony charges of fleeing and eluding law enforcement and grand theft.

Evan Michel Natland, 31, was arrested May 7 on a felony methamphetamine possession charge.

Volodymyr Maliarov, 38, was arrested May 8 on a felony false imprisonment charge.

Daniela Aguirre, 23, was arrested May 9 on felony charges of resisting an officer with violence, grand theft auto and burglary with assault or battery.

Patrick Joseph Lane, 28, was arrested May 10 on misdemeanor charges of DUI and dating violence battery.

Dallen Luis Morejon, 18, was arrested May 11 on a felony aggravated battery with a deadly weapon dating violence charge.

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North Lauderdale BSO. {Aiden Palmer}

Four people were arrested after a shooting in North Lauderdale left one person dead and another injured, according to the Broward Sheriff’s Office.

According to BSO, deputies responded around 1 a.m. to reports of a shooting near the 7900 block of Southwest Seventh Court. When deputies arrived, they found two victims suffering from gunshot wounds.

North Lauderdale Fire Rescue transported both victims to a local hospital, where one later died from their injuries. The victim was identified as Maurice Vorroto, 20, of Coconut Creek. The second victim survived.

Investigators identified a suspect vehicle connected to the shooting and issued a “be on the lookout” alert to surrounding law enforcement agencies, according to BSO. Deputies later located the vehicle near the 1300 block of Avocado Isle in Fort Lauderdale.

BSO said four people were arrested in connection with the case, including two juveniles, ages 15 and 16. The adult suspects were identified as Aamir Adams, 19, of Pompano Beach, and Anthony Adams, 18, of Fort Lauderdale.

Detectives with BSO’s Homicide and Crime Scene units continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

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Darrious Lamar Davis {PBCS}

A Coconut Creek man is accused of using a GameStop employee-issued device to steal Magic: The Gathering cards from two Palm Beach County stores.

According to the Palm Springs Police Department, Darrious Lamar Davis, 35, is accused of stealing more than $3,500 worth of merchandise from two GameStop locations in a single afternoon.

The investigation began after a Palm Springs GameStop manager discovered several items missing during a routine inventory check. Police said nine Magic: The Gathering Avatar Play Booster Box sets had been taken from a locked display case on January 8.

Surveillance footage reviewed by officers allegedly shows Davis entering the store, unlocking the secured cabinet, removing the merchandise, and leaving without paying. Authorities estimated the value of the stolen items at just over $3,500.

Detectives later linked the incident to a similar theft reported earlier that same day at a GameStop on Okeechobee Boulevard in West Palm Beach. In that case, police say locked display cases were also accessed and high-value items removed.

Records show investigators believe both thefts occurred within about 30 minutes of each other and were carried out using the same method. In each instance, Davis allegedly used a magnetic unlocking device, a tool generally issued only to store employees, to open the secured cases.

On January 20, West Palm Beach police responded to the GameStop on Okeechobee Boulevard after Davis reportedly returned to the store. Officers took him into custody and said they recovered a magnetic unlocking device, a tan backpack, and a black dreadlock wig believed to have been used during the thefts.

Court records, following an investigation, show that the PSPD later issued a warrant and that Davis was taken into custody on April 28 and transported to the Palm Beach County Main Detention Center.

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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, correctly installed car seats can reduce the risk of fatal injury in a passenger car crash by 71% for infants and 54% for toddlers.

The Coconut Creek Police Department is here to help with a team of fully certified child safety seat inspectors. They are ready to ensure your car seat is installed correctly, and their service is free.

Mark your calendars for the department’s Car Seat Safety Check on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

The event takes place at the Community Center at 1100 Lyons Rd.

During this event, certified technicians will inspect your car seat, provide personalized advice, and assist with any necessary adjustments to ensure your child’s seat is as safe as possible.

You can also schedule an appointment for the event by emailing carseatcheck@coconutcreek.net.

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from April 28 to May 4, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

A student at Tradewinds Elementary, located at 5400 Johnson Road, was reported for bringing two alcoholic beverages to school on April 28.

A delayed retail theft was reported at Kohl’s, 6950 N. State Road 7, involving approximately $503 in stolen merchandise.

Coconut Creek High School officers assisted with two separate incidents on April 29, including the recovery of a missing juvenile from Tamarac and a Department of Children and Families investigation involving a student.

Sephora, located at 4455 Lyons Road, reported a delayed retail theft totaling approximately $393.

A vehicle was reported stolen from the used car lot at Al Hendrickson Toyota, 5201 W. Sample Road, sometime between March 26 and April 30.

Publix at Coconut Creek Plaza, 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway, reported someone attempted to use a counterfeit $100 bill on April 30.

A woman suffered injuries during an aggravated domestic battery incident in the Buttonwood Hammocks neighborhood on April 30. Police said felony charges were filed against a male suspect.

Officers arrested a driver for DUI following a two-vehicle crash near 4600 W. Copans Road shortly after midnight on May 1.

A disturbance involving a student on a school bus was reported at Monarch High School on May 1.

An electric motorcycle rider was accused of fleeing and eluding law enforcement near 4800 W. Copans Road on May 2.

A stolen vehicle reported at Casa Palma was later recovered by Hialeah Police Department.

Walmart at 5571 W. Hillsboro Boulevard reported a retail theft involving approximately $94 in merchandise on May 3.

Officers investigated a burglary at Coconut Palm Club reported between May 1 and May 3.

Another stolen vehicle was reported at Coconut Palm Club on May 4, along with an attempted vehicle theft where the vehicle’s computer system was disabled.

Publix at 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway reported approximately $500 worth of stolen meat products on May 4.

Arrests

Austin Ray Collier, 32, was arrested on a charge of battery on a person 65 years of age or older stemming from an April 30 incident at 1929 NW 49th Avenue.

Christine C. Uy, 43, was arrested on a charge of child abuse on April 30 at 3854 Lyons Road.

Unique Ayanna Quince, 26, was arrested on a DUI charge following a May 1 incident near 4600 W. Copans Road.

Francois Cineus, 52, was arrested on a second-offense DUI charge on May 3 near 4700 W. Sample Road.

Hayward Smith, 34, was arrested on a retail theft charge on May 3 at Walmart, 5571 W. Hillsboro Boulevard.

Tyqavious Wayquan Atkins, 30, was arrested on a charge of violating a domestic violence injunction on May 3 at 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway.

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from April 21 to April 27, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Incidents

Elderly Abuse/Neglect

April 21, Tamarind Village: An elderly woman was found disoriented in another jurisdiction. DCF responded in connection with a prior incident.

Theft – Scooter

April 21, 4847 Coconut Creek Parkway: A scooter was stolen from a bike rack. Offenders were identified, and the scooter was recovered and returned.

Retail Theft

April 21, Publix, 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway: A suspect filled a bag with merchandise but abandoned it inside the store. Items were recovered.

Lost Property

April 21, 4700 Coconut Creek Parkway: A laptop was reported lost.

Domestic Battery / Assault

April 21, NW 40th Avenue: A juvenile was arrested following a domestic disturbance involving battery and assault.

Resisting Officer Without Violence

April 21, 4700 Coconut Creek Parkway: Subject taken to BSO jail on two misdemeanor capias warrants.

DUI Arrest

April 22, Lyons Road & Wiles Road: Driver arrested for DUI and transported to BSO Main Jail.

Baker Act / Warrant Arrest

April 22, 4990 Coconut Creek Parkway: Subject taken into custody under the Baker Act with an outstanding warrant.

Vehicle Theft

April 21–22, Lyons Road: Vehicle reported stolen from Cypress Shores.

Bicycle Theft

April 22, Publix, Coconut Creek Parkway: Bicycle stolen; estimated loss $1,500.

Vehicle Theft

April 22, 1000 Coconut Creek Boulevard: Vehicle stolen; estimated loss $252.

Fraud – Online

April 23, NW 39th Avenue: Victim reported online fraud totaling $640.

Retail Theft

April 23, Publix, Lyons Road: Delayed theft reported; suspect unknown.

Multiple Domestic Disturbances

April 23–26: Several verbal and physical domestic incidents reported across the city, including Coconut Palm Club, Residence Inn, Winston Park, Centura Parc, and Julia Gardens.

Suspicious Incident

April 24, Tradewinds Elementary: Parent reported a child made threatening comments at home.

Fraud – Credit Card

April 24, Lyons Road: Unauthorized credit card use reported; loss of $5,883.

DUI Crash

April 24, State Road 7: Crash resulted in DUI arrest of the at-fault driver.

Harassing Phone Calls

April 21–24, Hillsboro Boulevard: Victim reported repeated harassing calls.

Narcotics Arrest

April 24, Lyons Road: Juvenile and adult arrested for drug violations.

Theft

April 25, Banyan Trails: Property stolen; estimated loss $1,000.

Fraud – Other

October–December (reported April 25), Carambola Circle: Victim lost $15,780 in fraud scheme.

Natural Death

April 25–26, Cocoplum Circle: Death reported; next of kin notified.

Battery

April 26, Coconut Creek Parkway: Domestic-related battery reported with conflicting accounts.

Possession of Stolen Property

April 26, Coconut Creek Parkway: Subject arrested and transported to BSO.

Criminal Mischief

April 26, NW 36th Avenue: Graffiti reported on a residence wall.

City Ordinance Violation

April 26, Lyons Road: Obscene material displayed in apartment window.

Narcotics / MDMA

April 27, Sample Road: Traffic stop led to arrest for MDMA possession and outstanding warrants.

Missing Juvenile

April 27, Pebblebrook Terrace: Juvenile reported missing.

Simple Assault

April 27, Cypress Shores: Domestic-related assault; no arrest made.

Arrests

Resisting Officer Without Violence

April 21: Melanie Tucker, 60.

DUI – First Offense

April 22: Lamonte Thomas, 49.

DUI – Second Offense

April 24: Tyler Prince, 37.

DUI – First Offense

April 24: Jonathan Silpot, 27.

Grand Theft of Firearm

April 26: Marvin Dabel, 39.

DUI with High BAC / Minor Present

April 27: Flora Calderon-Maldonado, 39.

Possession of MDMA

April 27: Jackson Jacqueslouis, 22.

Domestic Battery

April 27: Sara Gaffen, 37.

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Coconut Creek Fire Chief Brian Blizzard {City of Coconut Creek}

Coconut Creek Fire Chief Brian Blizzard has announced his retirement, marking the end of a distinguished career in emergency services.

Blizzard began with the City as an Assistant Fire Chief on June 21, 2021, and was part of the inaugural team that established the new department. He served as Interim Fire Chief from July 1, 2022, to January 2, 2023, and as Fire Chief since November 2024, according to Scott Leamon, Public Information Officer.

City Manager Sheila Rose made the announcement during the April 23 commission meeting and said there will be a celebration of his career at the end of May.

Prior to coming to Coconut Creek, Chief Blizzard spent more than 30 years with the St. Lucie County Fire District, where he retired as Assistant Fire Chief in 2020.

Originally from Fort Lauderdale and Plantation, Blizzard began his career in emergency services in 1986 as a volunteer firefighter with the Plantation Fire Department. He also worked for an ambulance service that provided emergency transport for Broward County EMS, according to Leamon.

Blizzard has been married to his wife, Shari, for over 31 years, and they have five children and three grandchildren. According to Leamon, he enjoys spending time with his family, fishing, diving, boating, and camping.

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