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Murder Suspect Who Left Victim Shot Multiple Times & Laying In A Poinciana/Kissimmee Street Arrested

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On April 2nd, 2024, the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit responded to the area of Birmingham Drive, Poinciana, Florida, after 911 calls were received regarding a victim who was shot multiple times in a roadway.

The victim was positively identified as Connell Oliver Adman who was later declared deceased at the hospital. The suspect, Raymond Gabriel Ventura (D.O.B. 6/3/1989), was taken into custody and held with no bond on charges of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. Further investigations into this incident revealed that Mr. Ventura shot his neighbor, Mr. Adman, over a verbal argument.
On April 5th, 2024, the 9th Judicial Circuit Medical Examiner’s Office ruled Connell Oliver Adman’s manner of death a Homicide and his cause of death to be multiple gunshot wounds.


On April 15th, 2024, the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit obtained an arrest warrant for Raymond Gabriel Ventura for Premeditated Murder with Firearm, Discharging a Firearm in Public, and Carrying a Concealed Firearm During Commission of a Felony. Raymond Gabriel Ventura was served with the warrant at the Osceola County Jail.

Public Notice For Fictitious Name

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Notice is hereby given that the undersigned pursuant to the fictitious name statutes 865.09 Florida statues will register with the division of corporations of the state of Florida upon receipt of proof of publication of this notice the fictitious name to wit Next Level Immersive Education under which we are or intend to do business as in Polk County Florida that parties interested in said business enterprises are as follows Names or officers Craig McGonigle.

In Loving Memory Of Angel Luis Ramos

Angel Ramos, aged 45, of Davenport, FL, passed away on April 11, 2024, at Advent Health Heart of Florida. Born on April 28, 1978, in Lawrence, MA, to Angel Luis Ramos and Carmen Beatriz Rosa Ruiz, Angel brought joy and light to all who knew him. In 2014, he made Florida his home after relocating from North Chelmsford, MA, worked as a houseman for Legacy Resorts and he was a cherished member of St. Ann Catholic Church in Haines City, FL.

Angel’s passions were as vibrant as his spirit. He found joy in playing video games, indulging in anime, and immersing himself in the world of sports and wrestling. His enthusiasm for MegaCon and cosplay knew no bounds, and he delighted in every opportunity to express his creativity. Above all, Angel treasured moments spent with his beloved family. His magnetic personality drew people to him effortlessly, as he effortlessly made friends with everyone he encountered. His infectious laughter and boundless energy left an indelible mark on all who crossed his path.

Angel is survived by his devoted wife of 23 years, Erika Ramos of Davenport, FL; his loving mother, Carmen Rand of Chelmsford, MA; his father, Angel Luis Ramos of Puerto Rico; his cherished son, Ezekiel and his fiancé Sueheidy Ramos of Davenport, FL; his adored daughter, Jessilynn Ramos of Davenport, FL; his precious granddaughter, Khaleesi Ramos. His brothers, William (Emily) Rand of Dover, NH, Andy (Magda) Ramos of North Chelmsford, MA, and Luis (Fiancée, Myra Rosario) Ramos of Lowell, MA.

A visitation will be held on Monday, April 15, 2024 at 1:00 pm followed by a funeral service at 2:00 pm at Oak Ridge Funeral Care in Haines City, FL.

Accident Causing Roadblock & Is Leaking Diesel Fuel On H.L. Smith Rd & Hatchineha Rd.

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Currently members of the Polk County Fire Rescue & The Polk County Sheriff’s Office are on scene of a crash involving a semi tractor at the intersection of Hatchineha Rd. & H.L. Smith Rd in rural Haines City.

According to reports the crash occurred at 2:17 pm and multiple emergency vehicles are on scene. We currently do not have all the details, but the semi tractor-trailer has overturned. A leak is occurring and spilling diesel fuel into a water source so that is a concern and could delay opening the roadway.

Please have patience if your in the area as Sand Hill Elementary is also letting out.

This is an active situation and we will bring you an update as soon as possible.

In Loving Memory Of Robert Wayne Scott

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Robert Wayne Scott, 79, of Davenport, Florida, passed away at Good Shepherd Hospice from cancer on April 5, 2024.

Robert was born June 8, 1944, in Kissimmee, Florida to Elmer and Juanita Scott. A pioneer family of Florida.

Robert grew up as farmer/rancher on his homestead. He served his country as an E5 sergeant in the 10th Marine Regiment. He retired from Mosaic formerly known as Seminole Fertilizer.

He enjoyed fishing and hunting but his real love was for the youth in his community, his cattle and his land of which he was a good steward of. He created Road Ends 4H Club where he was a pillar of society. He produced high quality Simmental cattle that competed on a national level. He orchestrated dozens of fundraisers to give back to his community and to also give “his kids” in the 4h club the ability to highly succeed not just in a show ring but in life in general.
He was a proud member of the Lions Club, Florida Cattlemen’s Association and the American Simmental Association.

He is survived by his previous wife of over 30 years, Diane Scott. He is also survived by the mother of his children, Georgia Scott, his daughter Christina Peterson (Jerry), stepson, Kyle Alford (Renee), six grandchildren, three great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his only son, Robert “Bobby” Scott II, one sister, Patsy Kiser and his parents, Elmer and Juanita Scott.

Graveside services are at Forrest Hill Cemetery in Haines City, FL and will take place on Saturday, 5/11 at 11am for family and close friends. There will be a public Celebration of Life to immediately follow @ 1pm at Edgehill Community Center 50 Westridge Rd Davenport FL 33837

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Davenport Lions Club. 50 Westridge Road, Davenport, Florida 33837

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:

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Notice is hereby given that on 05/11/2024 at 09:00 AM the following vehicles(s) may be sold at public sale at 720 PINE ST AUBURNDALE FL 33823 for the amount owed on each vehicle to satisfy the lien for repairs, services and storage charges and any administrative fees allowed pursuant to Florida Statute 713.585.

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The name, address and telephone number and public sale location of the repair shop claiming the lien for unpaid charges is:

Lienor Name: BME AUTO & TRUCK SALE LLC
Lienor Address: 720 PINE ST, AUBURNDALE, FL 33823
Lienor Telephone #: 863-808-9829
MV License #: BME AUTO & TRUCK SALES
Location of Vehicles: 720 PINE ST, AUBURNDALE, FL 33823

The customer or person claiming an interest, or a lien may redeem the vehicle by satisfying the amount due in cash on or before the sale date and time. The customer or person claiming an interest in or lien on a vehicle may file a demand for a hearing with the Clerk of Court in the POLK County where the vehicle is held to determine whether the vehicle has been wrongfully taken or withheld from him or her. At any time before the date of sale a customer or person of record claiming a lien on the vehicle may post a cash or surety bond in the amount stated on the invoice with the Clerk of Circuit Court where the disputed transaction occurred.

Check Up On Non-Reporting Registered Sex Offender In Lakeland Leads To Burglary Arrest

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Polk County Sheriff’s Office Press Release

Meet 45-year old Theodore Crews, Jr. of Lakeland.

Theodore is a registered sex offender, but he hasn’t been compliant with his registry obligations.

On Tuesday, April 9th, PCSO deputies paid Theodore a visit at his Turtle Dove Trail home and arrested him.

While there, a detective noticed a John Deere tractor…it was a tractor that had been reported stolen out of Dade City.

That discovery blossomed an even bigger investigation, and detectives found two brand new Polaris RZR UTVs that had been stolen from Highlands County in February, a Polaris UTV that was stolen from Lakeland in December of 2022, and a Chevy truck with an altered VIN that had been stolen in Polk County in October of 2015.

In all, the PCSO recovered $105,000 worth of stolen vehicles and equipment.

Theodore Crews was arrested and charged with: Sex Offender Failing to Comply with Registry, and Grand Theft (six counts).

Public Notice for Fictitious Name

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned pursuant to the fictitious name statutes 865.09 Florida statues will register with the division of corporations of the state of Florida upon receipt of proof of publication of this notice the fictitious name to wit ArtsUnique under which we are or intend to do business as in Polk County Florida that parties interested in said business enterprises are as follows Names or officers Gene and Shirley J. Sierra.

Second Confirmed Case Of Rabies In Polk County

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The second case of rabies in Polk County this year has been confirmed, in the area of Maniac Lane in Frostproof.

On Wednesday, April 3, 2024, Polk County Sheriff’s Animal Control Officers responded to a call for service from a homeowner who reported her dog was fighting with a raccoon. The dog killed the raccoon prior to the ACO’s arrival. The raccoon’s body was sent to the state laboratory for testing, and the results were sent back to Animal Control on April 5th confirming the raccoon tested positive for rabies.

“Make sure your pets are vaccinated, and call us immediately if you see your pet tangled up or messing with with any wildlife. Luckily, this pet was vaccinated.” – Grady Judd, Sheriff

Highlands County Woman, Reportedly Drunk, Arrested After Children 2 & 4 Found Walking In Roadway

Woman arrested after children found walking in busy road.

Amanda Marie Thomas, 30, was arrested and charged with two counts of child neglect after her two children were found walking down the middle of a busy road Saturday morning in Sebring.

The children, ages 2 and 4, were spotted walking down the middle of Memorial Drive near the Sebring Parkway around 10:15 a.m.

After deputies learned where the children lived, they went to Thomas’ home on Parkview Road, which is approximately a block from where the children were found.

Deputies said Thomas was on the floor, unconscious, and smelled of alcohol. When she was awakened, she did not know where her children were and expressed no concern when told where they had been found.

Deputies learned this was not the first time one of the children has left the house unnoticed by their mother. The children were left in the custody of their father, who was at work when the incident occurred.

Eight hours after the incident, Thomas’ blood alcohol level was measured at .152 on a breathalyzer test.

Thomas was booked into the Highlands County Jail and is currently being held without bond.