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PUBLIC SERVICE: Melbourne Police Detective Johnny Bynum Retires After 27 Years of Dedicated Service

Melbourne police officials honored Detective Johnny Bynum as he retired after 27 years of dedicated service. “His commitment to justice, integrity, and community has been an inspiration to us all. Congratulations on your retirement Johnny, and thank you for your invaluable contributions to law enforcement and our community,” said a Melbourne Police spokesperson. […]

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Melbourne Police Special Investigations Unit, SWAT Team Seize Drugs in Raid On East Avenue B

The Melbourne Police Department’s Special Investigations Unit and SWAT team, accompanied by members from the Florida Department of Corrections Probation and Parole, conducted a search warrant on Friday on a residence located at 29 East Avenue B. According to Melbourne Police Lt. Ryan Schorer, Special Investigations Unit detectives obtained the warrant based upon an ongoing investigation into drug distribution and sales coming from this location and arrested Jarod Parrish, 40, who was charged with Violation of Felony Probation. […]

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Melbourne Police Make Arrest in Shooting, Charge Perp With Aggravated Battery With Deadly Weapon, Neglect of a Child

Melbourne police officers arrested D’nard Caldwell, 28, after a shooting incident in the 300 block of Crown Bl. Police said Caldwell used a revolver-style handgun to shoot the victim in the leg. During the altercation, the victim’s three children, ages 2, 3 and 4, were inside the residence where the firearm was discharged. […]

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Man in Critical Condition After Shooting On Cedar Drive, Melbourne Police Detectives Seek Shooter’s Identity

Melbourne police officers responded Saturday night at 9:26 p.m. to the 900 block of Cedar Drive regarding several reports of gunshots and a possible gunshot victim. “Officers arrived on the scene, quickly located a victim, and immediately rendered medical aid,” said Melbourne Police Cmdr. Heath Sanders. “The victim was transported to Holmes Regional Medical Center and is currently in critical condition.”
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