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Behind every accomplishment is a team that never stops. From historic missions to complex investigations and new training that strengthened law enforcement statewide, FDLE delivered real results for Florida. Under Commissioner Mark Glass — and with the steadfast support of @GovRonDeSantis and the Florida Cabinet — FDLE continued to innovate, support our partners and advance our mission across the state. As we push into 2026, here’s the work that defined 2025. Learn more about our full year in review ➡️bit.ly/4qPvk4M

FDLE Special Agent in Charge John Vecchio stood alongside @SaoMiami Katherine Fernandez Rundle and @MiamiPD Chief Manuel Morales to announce the arrests in a drug overdose death that took place at music festival last year. FDLE’s South Florida State Assistance for Fentanyl Eradication (S.A.F.E.) Task Force conducted a complex year-long investigation which resulted in four arrests. “Securing a capital murder charge in a drug-related death case is not easy, but the task force agents’ unrelenting investigative capabilities ensured that these four suspects are held accountable for bringing illegal drugs into our communities,” said FDLE Special Agent in Charge John Vecchio. “These four arrests reflect the hard work and coordination between the FDLE, the State Attorney’s Office, and the Miami Police Department.” You can read more about the arrests here: fdle.state.fl.us/news/2026/marc…

This sexual predator is one of the worst of the worst. FDLE found Blake McKinniss in possession of digital images depicting the sexual abuse of children, including AI-generated images depicting the sexual abuse of children, an anatomically correct, child-like sex doll, and children’s underwear when they conducted a search warrant at his residence in Sanford. He was arrested. He was put behind bars. And he will stay there for a very long time. FDLE will continue to work alongside @AGJamesUthmeier’s Office to make sure these predators are taken off our streets for good and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Read more about this arrest here: fdle.state.fl.us/news/2026/marc…

FDLE Tampa Bay was represented at University of Tampa’s career fair earlier this month. Among fellow local, state, and federal agencies, we had opportunities to discuss careers in law enforcement with university attendees. At FDLE, we look for members who exemplify the excellence, diligence and investigative expertise necessary to represent Florida’s premier law enforcement agency. You can find out more about these and all available FDLE job opportunities here: tinyurl.com/45zdsfnw

🚨LIVE NOW! 🚨 FDLE Special Agent in Charge Felipe Williams joins Attorney General James Uthmeier, Sanford Police Deputy Chief Trekelle Perkins, and other law enforcement partners to announce an arrest in an FDLE investigation relating to crimes against children.

CONGRATS GRADS! 🎓 Class 47 of the FDLE Special Agent Academy graduated last week after five weeks of learning about what it takes to be an FDLE special agent. The class provides in-depth lessons about investigative and operational protocol, FDLE’s history, values and standard procedures as well as an overview of the agency’s divisions and structures. Congratulations to all the graduates! Florida looks forward to the incredible work you will accomplish while carrying the FDLE badge!

Encouraging the next generation to find their fit in forensics! FDLE Pensacola Forensics Lab members attended the Florida State University Panama City Career & Internship Fair earlier this month, talking with college students interested in a forensic science career in law enforcement. Many attendees from the university learned about the forensic disciplines available not only at the Pensacola lab, but with all 6 laboratories within FDLE. You can read more about the career opportunities available at FDLE from special agent to crime laboratory analyst here: tinyurl.com/45zdsfnw

Deputy Commissioner Vaden Pollard stood with @TallyPD Chief Revell and other law enforcement leaders to announce 20 arrests in Operation Safe Harvest, which was focused on identifying and apprehending individuals who use online platforms to target and exploit children. “We’re proud to serve on a task force that not only understands the importance of protecting our children but is committed to delivering real results,” said FDLE Deputy Commissioner Vaden Pollard. “Because of the strong partnerships behind operations like this, these offenders will never again have the opportunity to harm children in our communities. We will continue to do everything we can to protect the most vulnerable.” Read more about the operation here: tinyurl.com/4zfm7n38

UPDATE: This is a cancellation to the Florida Missing Child Alert that was activated on 03/13/2026 for LASKYRA SPATES-CARROWAY. The child is safe. If you would like further information, please call the Pasco Sheriff's Office at 727-847-8102.

🚨PLEASE SHARE🚨 A Florida MISSING CHILD Alert has been issued for Laskyra Spates-Carroway, a black female, 17 years old, 5 feet 6 inches tall, 180 pounds, blonde hair and brown eyes, last seen in the area of the 12100 block of Chicago Avenue in Hudson, Florida, who was last seen wearing a red "Ed Hardy" sweatsuit and tennis shoes. She may be travelling in the Clearwater, Florida area. If you have any information on the whereabouts of this child please contact the Pasco County Sheriff's Office at 727-847-8102 or 911.

We are committed to protecting Florida’s most vulnerable (children AND animals) from harm on the internet, and that includes offenders such as this one. Thanks to the diligent work of FDLE Tampa Bay agents, Gregory was charged with possession of child sexual abuse materials and possession of pornographic imagery of sexual contact with an animal. Read more about this arrest here: tinyurl.com/yc5d84vw

Through the combined efforts of federal, state, and local law enforcement partners, more than 400 illegal aliens registered as sexual offenders and predators have been identified and arrested across Florida — making our communities safer. Our latest arrest is Ariel Hurtado, an illegal alien convicted in Miami‑Dade County of nine counts of lewd or lascivious molestation of a child across five separate cases, and later convicted of an additional count of lewd or lascivious exhibition involving a child under 16. Hurtado was identified as a target during Operation Criminal Return, a coordinated enforcement effort between FDLE and @ICEgov focused on locating and apprehending illegal alien sexual offenders and predators. After analytical work and surveillance by FDLE’s Missing Persons and Offender Enforcement Division, Hurtado was located and transferred to ICE for processing. We remain committed to safeguarding Florida communities.

One crime gets you time. But what happens with two? James Frank II served time and was released last May following a narcotics investigation. Less than a year later, he’s back in the Escambia County Jail after FDLE agents found firearms and ammunition in his home — and as a convicted felon, he’s prohibited from having either. Read more about the arrest here: tinyurl.com/mvddx762

Crime doesn’t pay — and these two certainly didn’t when they stole more than $370,000 in retail merchandise. FDLE’s investigation linked both suspects to more than 150 retail thefts across several west Florida counties. Both are now behind bars, and @AGJamesUthmeier’s prosecution team will ensure they’re held accountable. Read the full news release here: fdle.state.fl.us/news/2026/marc…

Make no mistake: if you exploit children or animals, FDLE will find you. Just ask Terry Cramer who downloaded files depicting the sexual abuse of children and animals. Now, we are working alongside @AGJamesUthmeier's Office of Statewide Prosecution to hold him accountable. You can read more about the arrest here: fdle.state.fl.us/news/2026/marc…

🚨 LIVE NOW! 🚨 FDLE Assistant Commissioner Mike Williams and Special Agent in Charge Felipe Williams join Attorney General James Uthemeier in Orlando to announce major updates regarding two FDLE investigations relating to crimes against children.

It’s time to SPRING FORWARD ⏩️ FDLE reminds Floridians to set your clock one hour ahead on Saturday night. Sunday, March 8, marks the beginning of Daylight Saving Time.

This is a cancellation to the Florida Missing Child Alert that was activated on 03/06/2026 for ETHAN WHITE. The child is safe. If you would like further information, please call the Pasco County Sheriff's Office at 727-847-8102.

UPDATE: This is a cancellation to the Florida Missing Child Alert that was activated on 03/06/2026 for ETHAN WHITE. The child is safe. If you would like further information, please call the Pasco County Sheriff's Office at 727-847-8102.

🚨PLEASE SHARE🚨A Florida MISSING CHILD Alert has been issued for Ethan White, a black-hispanic male, 15 years old, 5 feet 9 inches tall, 130 pounds, brown hair and hazel eyes, last seen in the area of the 2300 block of Bartolo Drive in Land O' Lakes, Florida, who was last seen wearing a white hoodie with blue lettering on the sleeves, a green polo, dark pants, and black shoes. Ethan may be carrying a grey Jordan backpack and may be riding a black mountain bike. If you have any information on the whereabouts of this child please contact the Pasco County Sheriff's Office at 727-847-8102 or 911.