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Joe Mcdermott

Joe Mcdermott is our daily investigative journalist and staff reporter who keeps his eyes peeled for interesting Local, US and World News exclusively for The Published Reporter®. Mcdermott, one of our first and thus veteran reporters, is also a data analyst for select independent news and media organizations in the United States.

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Detectives Seeking Suspects for Catalytic Converter Thefts in Unincorporated Riviera Beach

Joe Mcdermott Aug 22, 2022

According to authorities, unknown suspects were captured on video surveillance stealing catalytic converters from multiple businesses in unincorporated Riviera Beach. RIVIERA BEACH, FL – The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is looking…

COPS: Charlotte High School Teacher Was Hiding Missing Endangered Juvenile In Port Charlotte Home

Joe Mcdermott Aug 17, 2022

According to authorities, while investigators were attempting to locate the juvenile who was reported missing by his parents on Friday, August 12, 2022, information they received led them to the home of 31 year-old Kelly Simpson who is…

Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office Advising Residents Of Declared Sexual Predator, Transient, Now Residing…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 17, 2022

In accordance with Chapter 775 the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is advising the public about a declared Sexual Predator who is now residing in West Palm Beach, FL. To view additional information about sexual predators in your…

38-Year-Old Ocala Man Arrested For Sexual Activity With Victim Under 12; Major Crimes Detectives…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 16, 2022

According to authorities, Rogelio Argote Munoz, 38, of Ocala, was arrested for lewd or lascivious conduct, lewd or lascivious molestation on a victim less than 12 years of age, and attempted sexual battery on a victim less than 12 years of…

Hernando County’s Very Own “Big Nasty” Back In County Lockup After Failure To Meet…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 16, 2022

According to county records, Robin Dwayne Nelson (aka "Big Nasty") has a slew of additional previous arrests for robbery, battery, burglary, kidnapping, obstructing of justice, criminal mischief, contempt of court, probation violations,…

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Palm Beach Sheriff Advising Residents Of Declared Sexual Predator Now Residing On Pelican Lake Drive…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 10, 2022

In accordance with Chapter 775 the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is advising the public about a declared Sexual Predator who is now residing in Pahokee, FL. To view additional information about sexual predators in your neighborhood…

Detectives Seeking Man Who Stole Checks And Money Orders from Rent Drop Box In Royal Palm Beach

Joe Mcdermott Aug 3, 2022

According to authorities, the man broke into a rent payment drop box fixed to the exterior of the business twice and helped himself to all the contents including checks and money orders from the box. ROYAL PALM BEACH, FL – The Palm…

Miami Man Charged With Murder After Shooting Woman In The Head, Leaving Her In Alleyway; Cops Say…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 3, 2022

Ron Adam Donaldson, 43, of Miami Beach, was charged with second degree murder with a weapon after invoking his right to remain silent and requested representation by council. MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FL - The Miami-Dade Police Department,…

Detectives Seeking Woman Wanted For Stealing $3k In Computer Equipment, Groceries From Royal Palm…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 3, 2022

According to authorities, the unknown female entered Costco and helped herself to over $3,000 in computer equipment and groceries before exiting the store without making payment. ROYAL PALM BEACH, FL – The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s…

After Lengthy Investigation, Two Miami Men Who Owned Accounting Firm Charged With Theft And Money…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 2, 2022

Leandro Machado Gonzalez, 26, of Miami, Florida was charged with Money Laundering/Financial Institution/Greater Than $20K, Less Than $100K, F/3-Organized Scheme to Defraud,F/2- Grand Theft $20K Less Than $100K. Juan Mendieta, 50, of Miami…

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WATCH: Surveillance Video Captures Two Thieves In-Action During Broad Daylight Armed Robbery In…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 1, 2022

Video surveillance captured the suspects which appear to be black males in their early to late teens. Investigators are seeking the assistance of the community to identity and locate the subjects. MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FL - The Miami-Dade…

Palm Beach Sheriff Advising Residents Of Declared Sexual Predator Now Residing on Pebble Beach Drive…

Joe Mcdermott Aug 1, 2022

In accordance with Chapter 775 the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is advising the public about a declared Sexual Predator who is now residing in the area of Lake Worth Beach, FL, Palm Beach County. LAKE WORTH, FL – In accordance…

Broward Detectives Arrest Two Suspects For Dania Beach Homicide

Joe Mcdermott Jul 29, 2022

According to authorities, Charles Alford, 37, and Katherine Farris, 37, were booked into the Broward Sheriff’s Main Jail where they both face one count each for first-degree murder. Alford faces an additional charge for possession of a…

Machete Man Who Shot Victim In The Face Arrested In North Lauderdale

Joe Mcdermott Jul 29, 2022

According to authorities, detectives arrested Luis Alberto Escolástico Canela, 22, of Oakland Park, for allegedly shooting another man in the face last month in Oakland Park. OAKLAND PARK, FL – Broward Sheriff’s Office Violent Crimes…

Detectives Seeking Suspect Wanted For Using Stolen Credit Cards In Greenacres

Joe Mcdermott Jul 26, 2022

According to authorities, the unknown female used the victim’s stolen credit cards at Hola Fuel, Shoe Carnival and a Chevron gas station, in the area of Melaleuca Lane, in Greenacres. The suspect may be driving a Dodge Challenger. The…

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President Trump Endorses Eli Crane for Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District – “Has My…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 25, 2022

Trump has endorsed Congressional candidate Eli Crane, a former Navy SEAL and self-described "America First" candidate. Crane was born in Tucson, Arizona, and moved to Yuma when he was two years old. Crane served in the United States Navy…

Miami Landlord-Tenant Dispute Turns Into Murder

Joe Mcdermott Jul 25, 2022

According to investigators, Samuel Omar Gonzalez, 34, is responsible for the death of his 27-year-old tenant after an argument. MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FL - Miami-Dade Police have arrested a subject they say is responsible for the death of…

Detectives Seeking Suspect Wanted For Using Stolen Credit Cards At Wellington Green Mall

Joe Mcdermott Jul 25, 2022

According to authorities, the unknown female attempted to make two purchases; one for $2,300 and one for $618 with the victim’s stolen credit cards at Dillard’s. The incident occurred on Wednesday, July 13, 2022. WEST PALM BEACH,…

Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office Advising Residents Of Declared Sexual Predator, Transient, Now Residing…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 25, 2022

In accordance with Chapter 775 the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is advising the public about a declared Sexual Predator who is now residing in West Palm Beach, FL. To view additional information about sexual predators in your…

Palm Beach Sheriff Advising Residents Of Declared Sexual Predator Now Residing On Depot Street In…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 25, 2022

In accordance with Chapter 775 the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is advising the public about a declared Sexual Predator who is now residing in Pahokee, FL. To view additional information about sexual predators in your neighborhood…

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Broward Homicide Detectives Arrest Convicted Felon for Murder; Dead Body Found Buried In Backyard of…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 22, 2022

According to authorities, Simon Lee Hand, 23, of North Lauderdale, is being charged with one count of first degree murder and one count of possession of a weapon or ammunition by a convicted felon. The investigation and evidence…

Surveillance Video Catches Suspect With Machete Shoot Victim In The Face In Oakland Park; Fled Scene…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 22, 2022

On camera two men are seen exchanging words outside of a store. Moments later, the subject points a gun at the victim, walks straight towards him and gets close enough to shoot him in the face. The subject is seen fleeing in a four-door…

Joe Biden Reveals He Has Cancer During Speech in Massachusetts

Joe Mcdermott Jul 20, 2022

At 79, Joe Biden is the oldest president in American history. Eighteen months into his term, the burdens of governing have staggered him. Concerns about his age top the list for why Democratic voters want the party to find an alternative…

NFL Super Bowl Champ Dies at Age 50; Found Dead In Hotel Room, Journalists Not Interested in Why?

Joe Mcdermott Jul 20, 2022

New England Patriots vs. Dallas Cowboys, October 16, 2011 in Foxborough, Boston, MA. File photo: Joseph Sohm, Shutter Stock, licensed. WAKE FOREST, N.C. - A former NFL wide receiver has died at the age of 50 years old, according…

Genealogy Helps Identify Murder Victim Who Disappeared in 1981

Joe Mcdermott Jul 20, 2022

Theresa Caroline Fillingim, who was 16 years old at the time, was reported missing to the Tampa Police Department by her sister Margaret Johns on May 16, 1980. Fillingim's remains were recovered from the Mansfield property on April 3,…

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Hollywood Suspect Who Threw “Molotov Cocktails” At SWAT Team During Standoff Killed; Florida…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 14, 2022

Hollywood SWAT operators responded to the scene to assist. Several hours later, Broward SWAT Team operators responded to the scene and relieved Hollywood SWAT in order to execute a search and arrest warrant for the subject. File photo:…

Monster Who Raped 10-Year-Old Ohio Girl Turns Out To Be Illegal Immigrant; Story Was Leveraged In…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 14, 2022

The 5’ 3” 27-year-old, Gerson Fuentes, is charged with raping a 10-year-old Ohio girl who had traveled to Indiana for an abortion. On Tuesday and appeared in court in Ohio on Wednesday for his arraignment. COLUMBUS, OH – An illegal…

Two Arrested for Homicide After Man Found Dead Inside Mercedes Benz at Pacific Points Apartments in…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 8, 2022

According to investigators, Alexis Lynn Rupert, 21, and Neal Rice, 41, were booked into the Broward Sheriff’s Office Main Jail where both face one count of first-degree murder. The investigation continues. LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL -…

Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office Advising Residents Of Declared Sexual Predator Now Residing at Hotel On…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 7, 2022

In accordance with Chapter 775 the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is advising the public about a declared Sexual Predator who is now residing in West Palm Beach, FL. To view additional information about sexual predators in your…

COPS: Fort Lauderdale Man Being Questioned By Detectives on Sexual Assault Charges Attacks Deputy…

Joe Mcdermott Jul 6, 2022

According to investigators, Samuel Shirk, 20, of Fort Lauderdale, committed sexual assault and lewd and lascivious molestation on a young child while staying with the child and the child’s mother. After being questioned by detectives at…

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