{Coconut Creek Police}

Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from September 8 to September 14, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents local law enforcement handled during this period.

Incidents

Battery

A domestic battery was reported at Karanda Village I on Cocoplum Circle on Sept. 8.

A domestic battery was reported on Martinique Way in Wynmoor on Sept. 9.

A domestic battery was reported on Northwest 59th Street in Parkwood V on Sept. 11.

A domestic battery was reported on Carambola Circle South in Karanda VII on Sept. 13.

A domestic battery was reported near Lyons Road and Wynmoor Way on Sept. 14.

A battery involving a dispute over a semitruck being towed was reported on West Atlantic Boulevard on Sept. 14.

Criminal Mischief

Criminal mischief was reported at Karanda Village I on Cocoplum Circle between Sept. 8 and Sept. 9. The victim declined prosecution.

Criminal mischief involving a residence was reported on Silverstream Lane in Country Lakes on Sept. 10.

A resident reported that an unknown person spray-painted a floor and doormat on Northwest 61st Street on Sept. 11.

Theft

A retail theft involving merchandise valued at $10 was reported at Orion Gas, 3900 Coconut Creek Parkway, on Sept. 10. Prosecution was declined.

An unarmed strong-arm robbery involving an estimated loss of $650 was reported on Northwest 39th Avenue in Country Lakes on Sept. 11.

A retail theft involving merchandise valued at $135 was reported at Publix, 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway, on Sept. 11. The merchandise was recovered, and management declined prosecution.

A theft involving an estimated loss of $15,000 was reported on Wiles Road on Sept. 11. The theft allegedly occurred between Sept. 8 and Sept. 10.

A bicycle valued at $500 was reported lost or stolen from Stagecoach Drive on Sept. 12.

Narcotics

A traffic stop in the 4000 block of West Sample Road resulted in a narcotics arrest on Sept. 10.

Child Abuse

A child abuse investigation was reported at Karanda Village I on Cocoplum Circle on Sept. 12. The case involved the Florida Department of Children and Families.

Suspicious Incidents

A trespassing incident was reported on Northwest 42nd Avenue in Breckenridge on Sept. 12. The subjects were gone when police arrived.

A suspicious incident involving an AirTag found on a vehicle was reported on Northwest 55th Boulevard on Sept. 14.

Missing Person

A missing adult was reported near West Hillsboro Boulevard on Sept. 14. The person was later located.

Fleeing Police

A vehicle fled from law enforcement in the 4600 block of West Hillsboro Boulevard on Sept. 11.

Arrests

Gasendy Noel, 39, was arrested on a battery charge Sept. 8 on Cocoplum Circle.

Derek Frazier, 53, was arrested Sept. 10 in the 300 block of Lake Drive on a charge of driving with a suspended license for a third or subsequent offense.

Shamaya Toynetta Edwards, 44, was arrested on a trespassing charge Sept. 10 at 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway.

Timothy Taylor Payne, 49, was arrested on a trespassing charge Sept. 10 at 4847 Coconut Creek Parkway.

Jacob Matthew Nolen, 22, was arrested on a charge of possession of psilocybin Sept. 10 at 4000 W. Sample Road.

Samuel Thomas Reynolds, 47, was arrested on a first-offense driving under the influence charge Sept. 11 at 5000 W. Sample Road.

Devin John Meyer, 30, was arrested on a first-offense driving under the influence charge Sept. 12 at 4400 Lyons Road.

Robert Drew Vanstone, 31, was arrested on a charge of driving under the influence with property damage or injury Sept. 13 at 5100 Lyons Road.

Lucas Austin Fredez, 30, was arrested on a battery charge Sept. 13 at 4188 Carambola Circle South.

Jennifer Eliangel Vasquezacosta, 33, was arrested on a domestic violence battery charge Sept. 14 near Lyons Road and Wynmoor Way.

Nyjah Nicole Dixon, 41, was arrested on a first-offense driving under the influence charge Sept. 14 at 5400 W. Sample Road.

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Elijah Cox and Beau Gordon {BSO}

Coconut Creek Police arrested two alleged burglars they said were trying to break into the old Bru’s Room property on Tuesday, thwarting the break-in with the help of a police K-9, authorities said.

Police said Beau Gordon, 26, of Coconut Creek, and Elijah Cox, 21, of Boca Raton, set off an alarm at the property at 5460 W. Hillsboro Blvd. around 2:17 a.m. on September 15th.

“It was clear to [an officer] the two men were up to no good. They were both near a ladder trying to gain access to the roof,” Coconut Creek Police said in a social media post Thursday. “The threat of a tussle with K9 Arlo convinced them to surrender.”

Both men were charged with burglary, police said.

Gordon was also charged with spray painting part of the building and having drugs in his satchel, police said.

Both men were taken to Broward County Jail.

Bond information for their cases was not immediately available.

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Lucas Austin Fredez {BSO}

A Coconut Creek man allegedly broke through a locked bathroom door and beat his girlfriend in the shower during an argument over a vape, police said.

According to Coconut Creek Police Department arrest records, Lucas Austin Fredez, 30, was arrested September 13 and charged with domestic battery following an alleged attack that occurred at a residence in the 4100 block of Carambola Circle South.

According to the arrest affidavit, Fredez and the victim had argued earlier that day while they were out with friends. The victim told police she entered the shower and locked the door. Fredez allegedly followed her, argued about a vape, and attempted to force his way inside.

Police said he broke through the door, pushed the woman to the floor, and slapped her multiple times in the face.

Fredez allegedly left the bathroom but returned after hearing the woman call friends for help. According to the affidavit, he again pushed her to the floor, straddled her, and repeatedly punched her in the face and torso.

Police said Fredez also grabbed the woman’s face and head-butted her before leaving the residence in a vehicle.

Records show he returned before officers arrived and was detained during their investigation.

The responding officer reported seeing a hematoma on the woman’s forehead, a bruise on her breast, and scratches on her back. 

The report indicates the bedroom and bathroom were in disarray, indicating a struggle had taken place, and police said the bathroom door appeared broken. 

Fredez was taken into custody and booked into the Broward County Main Jail.

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Ariana Theresa Johnson {BSO}

A Coconut Creek woman has been arrested after police allege she admitted to helping move thousands of dollars stolen from a 75-year-old Texas woman who had been deceived by callers posing as Wells Fargo and FBI representatives.

According to a Coconut Creek Police Department arrest report, Ariana Theresa Johnson, 23, was arrested September 5 on charges of organized fraud against a person 65 or older, grand theft from a person 65 or older, and money laundering.

The investigation began after the victim reported falling for a phone scam on May 15. According to police, people claiming to represent Wells Fargo and the FBI convinced her to send $20,000 to resolve problems with her bank account.

Following their instructions, the woman obtained a $20,000 cashier’s check and deposited it into a Wells Fargo account at a Kerrville, Texas, branch. She later realized she had been scammed and contacted authorities.

Records show investigators with the Kerr County Sheriff’s Office traced the receiving account to Johnson and another person who shared a Coconut Creek address. The case was forwarded to Coconut Creek Police in June.

A detective went to the address on June 9 but received no answer. Johnson called police the following day and confirmed that she and her mother had shared a Wells Fargo account, although she said the account had since been closed, according to the affidavit.

During another call on June 11, Johnson allegedly confirmed that the $20,000 had entered the account on May 15. 

Bank records obtained during the investigation showed that the victim’s money – along with what police described as other similar suspicious deposits – was withdrawn through multiple electronic and in-person transactions in the days that followed.

Police arrested Johnson at her workplace, Talkin’ Tacos, located in Coconut Creek, on September 5. She later allegedly admitted participating in the scheme and said she acted at the request of a person known as “Spizz.”

According to police, Johnson did not provide information that could identify the person.

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

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Coconut Creek Police {Aiden Palmer}

Do The Right Thing of Coconut Creek and the Coconut Creek Police Department will host their 5th Annual Auction, featuring trips, sports memorabilia, collectibles, and local experiences to support the community’s youth recognition program.

The annual fundraiser will be held Thursday, September 17, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at World of Beer, 4437 Lyons Road, Suite 101. 

According to CCPD, the Do The Right Thing awards program has been part of the City of Coconut Creek since 2018 and is intended to foster positive relationships between local law enforcement and young people in the community. It recognizes students for acts such as bravery, courage, volunteering, helping law enforcement or first responders, leadership, heroism, and positive role-model behavior.

Bidding for the annual auction is already available online and will close at 7:30 p.m. on the night of the event. Winning bidders are encouraged to pick up their items at the event, although other pickup arrangements can be made.

Among the biggest items up for grabs are several vacation packages, including a four-night all-inclusive stay in Punta Cana, a three-night New Orleans getaway that includes a food tour, and a Smoky Mountain getaway for two. The New Orleans package starts at $800, while bidding on the Smoky Mountain trip begins at $600.

South Florida sports fans will also have plenty to bid on. The auction includes a basketball autographed by the Miami Heat, along with memorabilia tied to some of South Florida’s biggest sports names, including signed items connected to the Miami Heat, Florida Panthers, Miami Dolphins, Miami Hurricanes, and Florida State.

Other offerings include dining and wellness packages, wine experiences, fitness classes, and local gift certificates.

The event runs until 8:00 p.m., but bidders must submit their final offers before the 7:30 p.m. auction deadline.

Click here to view all items up for auction. Visit the Do The Right Thing website.

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{Coconut Creek Police}

Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from September 1 to September 7, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Theft

Walgreens at 4600 Coconut Creek Parkway reported the theft of merchandise valued at $129 on Sept. 1.

A vehicle owner reported that approximately $1,000 worth of auto parts or accessories were stolen from a vehicle on Martinique Circle between Sept. 1 and Sept. 2.

Kohl’s at 6950 North State Road 7 reported that a Ninja slushy machine valued at $349 was stolen on Sept. 2.

Home Depot at 4550 North State Road 7 reported the theft of garden equipment valued at $838 on Sept. 2.

A bicycle valued at $250 was reported stolen from a building on Abaco Drive on Sept. 2. Police had no suspect information.

Walmart at 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard reported the theft of merchandise valued at $86 on Sept. 4.

Kohl’s at 6950 North State Road 7 reported a delayed retail theft involving $779 worth of merchandise on Sept. 4.

Walgreens at 4600 Coconut Creek Parkway reported the theft of merchandise valued at $241 on Sept. 5. The suspect fled before police arrived.

Walgreens at 4600 Coconut Creek Parkway reported a second delayed retail theft on Sept. 6. The suspects were unknown.

Walmart at 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard reported the theft of merchandise valued at $246 on Sept. 7.

Burglary

A lock was cut and workers’ property valued at $500 was stolen from a construction site at 4868 Coconut Creek Parkway between Sept. 1 and Sept. 2.

A residential burglary was reported on Camellia Court on Sept. 3. The estimated loss was $200.

Vehicle Theft

A motorcycle was reported stolen from West Sample Road between Sept. 2 and Sept. 3.

A vehicle was reported stolen from Banyan Bay on West Atlantic Boulevard between Sept. 6 and Sept. 7. No tracking device was available.

Fraud

A resident on West Sample Road reported an impersonation fraud on Sept. 3. The incidents allegedly occurred between July 2025 and June 2026, resulting in an estimated loss of $625.

Narcotics

A person was issued a notice to appear after being found with less than 20 grams of marijuana in the Elliot North community at 4092 Cocoplum Circle on Sept. 2.

Police seized three firearms and narcotics during a traffic stop at 4000 West Sample Road on Sept. 3. A 33-year-old man was taken to the Broward County Main Jail on felony narcotics and weapons allegations.

Domestic Disturbances

Police responded to a verbal domestic disturbance in Wynmoor on Andros Isle on Sept. 3.

Police responded to a domestic disturbance in Pond Apple IV on Carambola Circle South on Sept. 3. The Florida Department of Children and Families was expected to follow up.

Police responded to a verbal domestic disturbance on Northwest 45th Avenue on Sept. 4.

Police responded to a verbal domestic disturbance in Regency Lakes on Flamingo Lane on Sept. 4.

Police responded to a verbal domestic disturbance in Riviera Palms on Lyons Road on Sept. 4.

Assault and Battery

Police investigated an aggravated assault involving a deadly weapon and a simple battery at Country Lakes Mobile Home Park on Northwest 39th Avenue on Sept. 5. A man was taken to the Broward County Main Jail.

Police investigated a domestic violence-related false imprisonment allegation on Sunshine Drive on Sept. 6. An arrest was made.

An alleged battery was reported at Cusano’s Baking Company on West Hillsboro Boulevard on Sept. 7. No arrest was made.

Property Damage

Damage to a vehicle’s paint was reported on Nassau Bend on Sept. 3. Police said it was unknown where or when the damage occurred.

A Coconut Creek police vehicle was damaged in a crash near Wiles and Lyons roads on Sept. 3.

Damage to a vehicle was reported in South Creek at 470 Sunshine Drive on Sept. 4.

Elderly Abuse and Neglect

Police assisted with a Florida Department of Children and Families investigation involving alleged elderly abuse or neglect on Northwest 39th Avenue on Sept. 3. The allegation was determined to be unfounded.

Police responded to a report of possible elderly self-neglect in the Hammocks Lake Forest community on Sept. 4. The incident was referred to the Florida Department of Children and Families.

Driving Under the Influence

A driver was arrested during a traffic stop at 4200 West Sample Road on Sept. 6 and taken to the Broward County Main Jail on allegations of driving under the influence and child neglect.

Animal Bite

Police responded to an animal-on-animal bite at 4728 West Atlantic Boulevard on Sept. 4. Both dogs were current on their vaccinations, and a report was sent to the county.

Arrests

Vincent Leo Scanlon, 62, was arrested Sept. 1 at 6970 North State Road 7 on a petit theft charge.

Derek Frazier, 24, was arrested Sept. 6 at 405 Sunshine Drive on a felony false imprisonment charge.

Deondre Alexander Hester, 33, was arrested Sept. 7 at 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard on a petit theft charge involving merchandise valued between $100 and $750.

Durrant Augustus Brown, 41, was arrested Sept. 7 at 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard on a petit theft charge involving merchandise valued between $100 and $750.

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Derek J. Frazier {BSO}

A Coconut Creek woman allegedly trapped inside her home during a violent domestic assault found a resourceful way to call for help: she placed a DoorDash order and used the delivery instructions to ask the driver to call 911.

The plea came after hours of alleged abuse in which police say the woman was beaten, strangled until she lost consciousness, and stabbed with a broken pair of scissors.

According to Coconut Creek Police Department arrest records, following officers responded to a home near the 400 block of Sunshine Drive on September 6 and arrested Derek J. Frazier, 24, following an investigation into the alleged attack.

Police said the victim told investigators that she and Frazier began arguing at approximately 2:30 a.m. During the argument, Frazier allegedly grabbed the woman by both arms multiple times and threw her to the ground. Police said he then placed his hands around her neck and squeezed until she lost consciousness.

When the woman regained consciousness, she told investigators that Frazier was standing over her, holding her down on the floor and screaming, “I’ll kill you bitch, do you hear me,” according to the probable cause affidavit.

Police documented bruising in many places across the woman’s body, and she complained that her entire body hurt following the attack.

Investigators said the woman attempted to leave throughout the night, but Frazier took her phone and held her against her will. Frazier allegedly threatened to kill her if she tried to leave. 

The woman told police that her only apparent escape route was through an upstairs window.

The situation allegedly escalated further when Frazier broke a pair of scissors, placed one of the sharp pieces against the woman’s neck, and cut her. 

Still unable to leave, the woman waited until later that morning to seek another way to summon help. At approximately 8:30 a.m., police said she placed a DoorDash order and left a message in the driver’s notes asking the delivery driver to call 911. 

Police said the woman eventually left the residence and contacted Coconut Creek police.

Records show Frazier was already on house arrest and probation in connection with a separate false imprisonment case. Police took him into custody and transported him to the Broward County Main Jail.

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A Coconut Creek woman faces three fraud-related charges after police linked her to a phone scam that cost a 75-year-old Texas woman tens of thousands of dollars.

Coconut Creek Police arrested Ariana Johnson, 23, over the weekend following a four-month investigation that began in May.

According to police, detectives identified Johnson as a suspect in receiving money obtained through the scam. Authorities did not disclose how the scam operated or the exact amount the victim lost.

Police took Johnson to the Broward County Jail.

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from August 25 to August 31, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Theft From a Vehicle

A theft from a vehicle was reported near Northwest 74th Place between 1 p.m. Aug. 24 and 10 p.m. Aug. 25. The estimated loss was $1,620.

Approximately $5,000 worth of equipment was reported stolen from a vehicle at Publix, 5365 Lyons Road, between 8 p.m. Aug. 27 and 1:53 a.m. Aug. 28.

Retail Theft

A delayed theft involving approximately $1,098 in merchandise was reported at Home Depot, 4550 North State Road 7, on Aug. 26. The theft allegedly occurred Aug. 24.

Approximately $188 in hair products was reported stolen from Publix at 5365 Lyons Road between June 30 and Aug. 27.

A delayed theft involving approximately $757 in merchandise was reported at Home Depot, 4550 North State Road 7, on Aug. 27.

Approximately $72 in merchandise was reported stolen from Walmart at 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard on Aug. 29. A notice to appear was issued.

Approximately $188 in merchandise was reported stolen from Walmart, 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard, on Aug. 29. A notice to appear and a trespass warning were issued.

Approximately $444 in merchandise was reported stolen from Walmart at 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard on Aug. 30. A notice to appear was issued, and the accused was permanently trespassed from the store.

Fraud

A worthless check or property fraud was reported at Lou Bachrodt Chevrolet, 5500 North State Road 7, on Aug. 26. The alleged incident occurred Aug. 11.

The fraudulent use of a stolen credit card was reported at a 7-Eleven on Wiles Road on Aug. 26. The estimated loss was $54.

A wire or computer fraud involving Walmart and AT&T was reported on West Copans Road on Aug. 27. The estimated loss was $1.

Fleeing Police

A motorcyclist allegedly fled from a traffic stop near West Sample and Lyons roads at 12:47 a.m. Aug. 26.

A driver allegedly fled from a traffic stop in the 5000 block of Winston Park Boulevard at 4:33 p.m. Aug. 28. The vehicle was identified as a rental.

Domestic Violence Injunction

A violation of a temporary domestic violence injunction was reported near Northwest 36th Avenue on Aug. 26.

Juvenile Arrests

A 16-year-old was arrested at Coconut Creek High School, 1400 Northwest 44th Avenue, on Aug. 27 on no-bond pickup orders requested by his probation officer.

A 15-year-old was arrested at Coconut Creek High School on Aug. 27 on a no-bond pickup order requested by his probation officer.

Missing Juvenile

A runaway juvenile was reported in the Banyan Trails community on Aug. 27. The child was later recovered.

Battery

A battery between neighbors was reported near Parkside Court on Aug. 29. No injuries were reported, and a misdemeanor filing package was issued.

A simple battery was reported at Goldcoast Ballroom on Lyons Road between 11:30 p.m. Aug. 29 and 1:56 a.m. Aug. 30.

Recovered Property

A shotgun was found at CubeSmart Self Storage, 4801 West Hillsboro Boulevard, on Aug. 26 and placed into safekeeping.

A vehicle reported stolen in July was recovered in the Legacy community, 4507 West Atlantic Boulevard, on Aug. 31.

Hit-and-Run

A hit-and-run crash involving property damage was reported in the 4600 block of West Atlantic Boulevard on Aug. 28. Police located the driver, who was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.

Arrests

Travis Lamar Felder, 46, was arrested Aug. 25 on charges of first-offense driving under the influence and possession of fentanyl.

Bryant Jamar Rancher, 40, was arrested Aug. 25 on a charge of trespassing after failing to leave property at 6570 North State Road 7.

Davian Sylvester Allen, 29, was arrested Aug. 28 on a charge of first-offense driving under the influence.

Marlene Elizabeth Clausen, 56, was arrested Aug. 28 on a battery charge.

Adrianne Tameka Long, 34, was arrested Aug. 28 on a charge of driving under the influence with property damage or injury.

Cleotilde Sampedro, 55, was arrested Aug. 29 on a first-offense petit theft charge.

Ouray Champasouk, 54, was arrested Aug. 29 on a first-offense, second-degree petit theft charge.

Ronald Sheridan Vera, 52, was arrested Aug. 30 on a felony charge of third-offense driving under the influence within 10 years.

Sabina Templin Dorre, 59, was arrested Aug. 30 on a first-offense, second-degree petit theft charge.

Anthony Robert Varsalona, 57, was arrested Aug. 31 on a misdemeanor charge of possessing less than 20 grams of cannabis.

Jacarri Lee McNair, 28, was arrested Aug. 31 on a felony charge of possessing more than 20 grams of cannabis or more than 3 grams of synthetic cannabis.

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Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from August 18 to August 24, 2026.  Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.

Incidents

Stolen Trailer

A trailer reported stolen from Pompano Beach was recovered at a residence at 4360 Vinkemulder Road between Aug. 15 and Aug. 18.

Suspicious Incident

A door window at Chase Bank, 4809 Coconut Creek Parkway, was damaged by a projectile between Aug. 17 and Aug. 18.

Police Assist

Police assisted another agency with a Baker Act incident at Coconut Creek High School, 1400 NW 44th Ave., on Aug. 18.

Attempted Scam

An attempted scam was prevented at the Wells Fargo branch at 5321 Lyons Road on Aug. 18.

Baker Act

A person at The Hammocks was taken into custody under the Baker Act on Aug. 18.

Illegal Dumping

An illegal dumping violation was reported near Hilton Road and Lyons Road between Aug. 17 and Aug. 18.

Domestic Disturbance

A verbal disturbance between a stepmother and stepson was reported at Banyan Trails on Aug. 18. No crime was committed.

Traffic Stop

Police conducted a traffic stop in the 4200 block of West Atlantic Boulevard on Aug. 18.

Property Damage

Property damage was reported at 2395 NW 36th Ave. on Aug. 18.

Domestic Disturbance

A verbal domestic disturbance was reported at Sprouts on Lyons Road on Aug. 18.

Fleeing Motorcycles

Four people riding electric motorcycles fled from police near 5500 NW 40th St. on Aug. 18.

Search Warrant

Property damage was reported during the execution of a search warrant at Legacy Apartments on West Atlantic Boulevard on Aug. 19.

Domestic Disturbance

A domestic disturbance was reported at Country Club Lakes on Aug. 19. Police said there was insufficient evidence of a battery, and no arrest was made.

Found Property

Found property was turned over to police at 4800 West Copans Road on Aug. 19.

Credit Card Fraud

A fraudulent online pickup order valued at $879 was reported at Walmart on West Hillsboro Boulevard on Aug. 19.

Traffic Investigation

Police investigated a Crime Stoppers tip at 3303 Aruba Way on Aug. 19.

Property Damage

A small crack was discovered on the windshield of a Coconut Creek Police Department vehicle at 4800 West Copans Road on Aug. 19.

Drug Investigation

Police executed a narcotics search warrant at Legacy Apartments on West Atlantic Boulevard on Aug. 19.

Police Information

Police documented an informational report at Breckenridge II on Northwest 52nd Street on Aug. 19.

Oxycodone Possession

A traffic stop at 4200 West Sample Road on Aug. 19 resulted in an arrest for felony possession of oxycodone. The suspect was taken to the Broward County Main Jail.

Domestic Disturbance

A verbal domestic disturbance was reported at Monarch Station on West Sample Road on Aug. 20.

DUI

Police made a DUI arrest near North State Road 7 and Creekside Drive on Aug. 20. The suspect was taken to the Broward County Main Jail.

Property Damage

Property damage was reported after firefighters forced entry into a residence at Applewood Village IV on Aug. 20.

Lost Property

Lost property was reported at 4900 West Copans Road on Aug. 20.

Publix Theft

Merchandise valued at $36 was stolen from Publix at 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway on Aug. 20. The suspect was released with a notice to appear.

Police Assist

Police assisted the Broward Sheriff’s Office with an incident at Coconut Creek High School on Aug. 20.

Traffic Stop

Police conducted a traffic stop at 3900 Lyons Road on Aug. 20 involving a seized Florida license plate.

Juvenile Taken Into Custody

A 15-year-old was taken into custody at Coconut Creek High School on Aug. 20 on no-bond pickup orders and transported to the Broward Juvenile Assessment Center.

Animal Complaint

Allegations of animal neglect were investigated on Northwest 42nd Avenue on Aug. 20.

Bicycle Theft

A bicycle valued at $300 was stolen and later recovered at Publix on West Hillsboro Boulevard on Aug. 20. A suspect was released with a notice to appear.

Trespassing

A person who allegedly refused to leave after receiving a trespass warning at Coconut Creek Plaza was released with a notice to appear on Aug. 20.

Court Order Violation

Police investigated a possible court order or domestic violence injunction violation at Cypress Shores on Aug. 20.

Lost Property

Lost property was reported on Coconut Creek Boulevard on Aug. 20.

Domestic Disturbance

A verbal domestic disturbance was reported at North Creek on Aug. 21.

Suspicious Incident

Police responded to Walgreens at 4600 Coconut Creek Parkway on Aug. 21 regarding a reported shoplifting. The suspect had left before officers arrived.

Animal Complaint

Police investigated an animal complaint and Crime Stoppers tip at Julia Gardens on Aug. 21.

Baker Act

A 15-year-old student at Coconut Creek High School was taken into custody under the Baker Act on Aug. 21.

Baker Act

A juvenile at Golden Raintree IV was taken into custody under the Baker Act during a child protective services investigation on Aug. 21.

Package Theft

A package valued at $9 was reported stolen from a residence in Wynmoor between Aug. 18 and Aug. 21.

Domestic Disturbance

A domestic disturbance was reported at Bell Apartments on West Hillsboro Boulevard on Aug. 21.

Sick Person

Police responded to a report involving a sick person at Wynmoor on Aug. 21.

False Fire Alarm

A woman allegedly pulled a fire alarm at Planet Fitness, 4911 Coconut Creek Parkway, on Aug. 21.

Walgreens Theft

Merchandise valued at $27 was reported stolen from Walgreens at 4600 Coconut Creek Parkway between Aug. 21 and Aug. 22.

Police Information

Police documented an attempted incident at Applewood Village IV on Aug. 22.

Domestic Disturbance

A verbal domestic disturbance was reported at Evergreen Lakes on Aug. 22.

Walmart Theft

Merchandise valued at $493 was reported stolen from Walmart at 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard on Aug. 22.

Property Damage

Property damage was reported on West Hillsboro Boulevard on Aug. 22.

Domestic Disturbance

A verbal domestic disturbance was reported at Bell Apartments on Aug. 22.

Baker Act

A person at Bell Apartments was taken into custody under the Baker Act on Aug. 22.

Child Injured

Police responded to Legacy Apartments on Aug. 22 after a 4-year-old reportedly suffered an electrical injury.

Domestic Battery

A domestic battery was reported at Centura Park on Aug. 22. A man was arrested and taken to the Broward County Main Jail.

E-Bike Theft

An electric bicycle was reported stolen from Cusano’s Bakery on West Hillsboro Boulevard on Aug. 23.

Crime Stoppers Tip

Police investigated a Crime Stoppers tip near Cocoplum Circle on Aug. 23.

Fraud Report

Police investigated a report of fraud on State Road 7 on Aug. 23 and determined it involved mistaken identity.

Stolen U-Haul

A 26-foot U-Haul truck was reported stolen from 5431 Johnson Road between Aug. 20 and Aug. 23.

Vehicle Theft

A vehicle was reported stolen from Breckenridge on Aug. 23.

Vehicle Burglary Attempt

An attempted theft from a vehicle was reported at Breckenridge on Aug. 23. No property loss was reported.

Suspicious Social Media Post

Police investigated a video posted on Instagram involving the Dave Thomas Education Center, 4690 Coconut Creek Parkway, on Aug. 24.

Walmart Theft

Merchandise valued at $618 was stolen from Walmart at 5571 West Hillsboro Boulevard on Aug. 24. A suspect was taken to the Broward County Main Jail on a probation violation.

Theft From Building

Property valued at $500 was reported stolen from a building at Breckenridge between Aug. 23 and Aug. 24.

Police Assist

Police assisted another agency with an incident on Wiles Road on Aug. 24.

Baker Act

A 39-year-old at Legacy Apartments was taken into custody under the Baker Act on Aug. 24.

Missing Adult

A 28-year-old woman was reported missing and endangered from Golden Raintree III on Aug. 24. She was last seen Aug. 20.

Domestic Disturbance

A verbal domestic disturbance was reported at Vista Verde on Aug. 24.

Arrests

Gedarious Antwan Geffrard, 31, was arrested Aug. 19 on a charge of possession of cannabis with intent to sell, manufacture or deliver.

Kevin Danastor, 24, was arrested Aug. 20 on a charge of possession of oxycodone.

Shane Andrew Dudas, 36, was arrested Aug. 20 on a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, first offense.

Alvin Maurice Brown, 49, was arrested Aug. 20 on a charge of retail theft.

Kenneth Tyrone Tharpe, 39, was arrested Aug. 20 on a charge of petit theft, second degree, first offense.

Fritzgerald Casimir, 46, was arrested Aug. 20 on a charge of trespassing after failing to leave a property.

Markendel Alexis, 30, was arrested Aug. 22 on a felony charge of committing retail theft with two or more prior convictions.

Daryl Paul Mahoney, 55, was arrested Aug. 22 on a charge of battery.

Geterria Laquay Williams, 31, was arrested Aug. 24 on a charge of petit theft, second degree, first offense.

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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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