St. Johns County launched a grant program for hospitality businesses to become a Certified Autism Center. This will help make the area an inclusive community for neurodiverse individuals and attract more diverse visitors. Businesses will be featured on AutismTravel.com and must meet certain requirements to be eligible for the grant. The grant application is now live on the St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce’s website. CLICK TO READ SOURCE Images/Source: www.actionnewsjax.com
Day: May 4, 2023
New Jersey man arrested for human trafficking involving St. Augustine Airbnb
A man from New Jersey is in custody after being charged with human trafficking, interference with child custody, and other charges related to sexual exploitation of a minor in a St. Johns County Airbnb rental. The arrest came after the victim’s parents called the police and reported explicit messages and photos found on the girl’s phone. The victim was contacted by a woman named Carol/Katty, who created an OnlyFans account in her name and connected her with the suspect. The case highlights the increased risk of human trafficking through online platforms and social media, and underscores the importance of education…
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Three Individuals Charged in Relation to Downtown Jacksonville Homicide, Including 19-Year-Old from St. Johns County
Three individuals, including a 19-year-old from Fruit Cove, have been arrested in connection with a murder that took place in downtown Jacksonville. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office reported that a man was found dead on West Ashley Street and Ryan Nichols has been accused of second-degree murder. Two others, Daniel DeGuardia and Holden Dodson, both from St. Johns County, face charges of accessory after the fact. The police investigation, which involved the assistance of the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office and SWAT Team, led to the discovery of the suspects and the vehicle used in the crime. A towed gray Jeep…
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