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Palm Coast Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Sexual Abuse of Minor

by Flagler County Buzz | Dec 18, 2025 | FCSO

Gregory Smith pleads guilty to eight counts; must register as a lifetime sexual predator upon release A Palm Coast man was sentenced to 30 years in prison on December 16, 2025, after pleading guilty to eight felony counts involving the sexual abuse of a child over...

Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Offers Free Home Watch Programs for Holiday Travelers

by Flagler County Buzz | Dec 17, 2025 | FCSO

Vacation Watch and STAR programs provide peace of mind through volunteer patrols and security assessments The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging residents who plan to travel during the holiday season to take advantage of two free home safety programs...

Two Arrested on Fentanyl Charges During Flagler County Weekend Enforcement

by Flagler County Buzz | Dec 16, 2025 | FCSO

Deputies find unconscious driver at intersection; habitual offender attempts to smuggle drugs into jail The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office made 17 arrests over the weekend of December 12-15, 2025, including two individuals facing fentanyl-related charges....

Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Detective Suspended Following December 4 Incident

by Flagler County Buzz | Dec 12, 2025 | FCSO

Internal investigation finds two policy violations; detective loses pay and vehicle privileges The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office has completed an internal investigation into Detective Ardit Coma following an incident that occurred on the morning of December 4....

Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Deploys AI-Powered Translation Technology for Deputies

by Flagler County Buzz | Dec 11, 2025 | FCSO

State grant funds real-time language translation software built into body cameras The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office has implemented new artificial intelligence-powered language translation technology for all sworn law enforcement and detention facility...

Three Flagler County Students Honored With Sheriff’s “Great Kid” Award for October

by Flagler County Buzz | Dec 11, 2025 | FCSO

Elementary, middle, and high school recipients recognized for leadership, kindness, and academic achievement. BUNNELL, Fla. — The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office presented Sheriff Rick Staly’s “Great Kid” Award to three Flagler Schools students...