Jonathan Grass

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Digital Executive Producer at WFTV-TV (Orlando, FL)

Digital executive producer for @WFTV , @COXMG ; aka I tell people what’s going on

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Man wanted in Cocoa shootout that injured toddler captured

3 days ago | wdbo.com | Jonathan Grass

NewsWeatherTrafficElection 2024Opens in new windowOn AirOn DemandContestsGroup ChatMoreLocalMan wanted in Cocoa shootout that injured toddler captured The man Brevard County deputies were searching for in connection to a May 13 shootout is now in custody. CANAVERAL GROVES, Fla. — The man Brevard County deputies were searching for in connection to a May 13 shootout is now in custody. Deputies have been trying to track down Lynnard Semaj Woods.
Man wanted in Cocoa shootout that injured toddler captured

4 days ago | wftv.com | Jonathan Grass

LocalLynnard Semaj Woods (Source: Brevard County Sheriff's Office) CANAVERAL GROVES, Fla. — The man Brevard County deputies were searching for in the May 13 shootout is now in custody. Deputies have been trying to track down Lynnard Semaj Woods. Sheriff Wayne Ivey said he was captured in Canaveral Groves. The sheriff said when authorities arrived to arrest him, he surrendered without incident. A toddler was hit by a butter in that shootout outside Cocoa Meat and Produce on Burnett Road.
Another teen, mother arrested in stabbing of teen in Deltona

4 days ago | wftv.com | Jonathan Grass

LocalVolusia County Sheriff's Office (WFTV Staff) DELTONA, Fla. — Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood has announced two more arrests connected to a teenager’s stabbing on May 14. Detectives say a group of teenagers jumped and stabbed a 15-year-old as he was walking home from school. The victim survived but had to get stitches and staples. A 15-year-old has now been arrested after the sheriff said cellphone data and other evidence tied him to the attack. This suspect’s mother was also arrested.
Advocates push for override of governor’s veto on repealing ‘free kill’ law

4 days ago | wftv.com | Jonathan Grass

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Advocates are pushing state lawmakers to override Gov. Ron DeSantis’ veto of a bill to repeal the state’s so-called ‘free kill’ law. The bill would have repealed the controversial law that blocks some families from suing if they lose a loved one to medical negligence. One of those protesting the veto was Daryl Perritt, whose son died from a blood clot six months ago. He blames the doctors and hospital, as well as the state.
Body camera video released by Orange County deputies fatally shooting man

4 days ago | yahoo.com | Jonathan Grass

Body camera video released by Orange County deputies fatally shooting manThe Orange County Sheriff’s Office has released body camera video of the moments deputies fatally shot a man on May 16. Deputes and SWAT were executing a drug case search warrant at a home in the 5000 block of Lejune Drive that afternoon. The video shows them forcing their way through the front door with a battering ram. Deputies encountered 32-year-old Tyrone Devon Henderson Bartley in s bedroom.
Bunnell man hid secret cameras in family home, police say

4 days ago | wftv.com | Jonathan Grass

BUNNELL, Fla. — A Bunnell man is accused of video voyeurism after police say he spied on a family without their knowledge. Bunnell police say Jonathan Bernard Mahan, 26, was arrested after a monthslong investigation that started in mid-February when officer found two hidden video cameras placed in private areas of a local home that included a minor. Detectives say Mahan initially admitted to putting the cameras there to watch the family’s private activities.
Charge upgraded in deadly Melbourne shooting

4 days ago | wftv.com | Jonathan Grass

MELBOURNE, Fla. — The man accused of killing a teenager in downtown Melbourne last month is now facing a higher charge. Stephan Dieujuste, 24, is now charged with second-degree murder, the State Attorney’s Office for Brevard County announced. Dieujuste was initially charged with manslaughter in the shooting death of 19-year-old Nathaniel Jennings on May 11. Police say they got into an altercation near Vernon Place just south of New Haven Avenue when Dieujuste shot him.
DeSantis signs 2 bills aimed at squatters

4 days ago | wdbo.com | Jonathan Grass

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed two bills meant to crack down on squatters. The measures protect the rights of commercial property owners and speeds up the process of eviction from businesses and homes. They also give hotel and motel owners stronger rights when dealing with squatters or guests who refuse to pay. “You shouldn’t have people just show up and start squatting on that property and then all of a sudden be able to weaponize the law against you,” DeSantis said.
DeSantis signs 2 bills aimed at squatters

5 days ago | wftv.com | Jonathan Grass

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed two bills meant to crack down on squatters. The measures protect the rights of commercial property owners and speeds up the process of eviction from businesses and homes. They also give hotel and motel owners stronger rights when dealing with squatters or guests who refuse to pay. “You shouldn’t have people just show up and start squatting on that property and then all of a sudden be able to weaponize the law against you,” DeSantis said.
Polk County deputy shoots at alleged gang member accused of injuring multiple people while fleeing

5 days ago | yahoo.com | Jonathan Grass

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office confirms a deputy shot at a suspect they say was fleeing the scene. The suspect was not hit, but his vehicle was. It happened Monday afternoon when deputies say they tried to arrest an alleged gang member they believe had a trafficking amount of methamphetamine in front of the Sunoco at 1502 Recker Highway in Winter Haven. The sheriff’s office says the man drove off, crashing into multiple law enforcement vehicles and forcing a deputy to the ground.