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Joseph Duggar Arrested on Molestation Charges, Extradition to Florida Pending
crime22 days ago

Joseph Duggar Arrested on Molestation Charges, Extradition to Florida Pending

Joseph Duggar, brother of Josh Duggar, was arrested in Arkansas on suspicion of molesting a minor during a 2020 trip to Panama City Beach, Florida. The alleged victim, now a teen, says Duggar touched her genitals and thighs when she was 9; he faces charges of molestation of a victim under 12 and lewd and lascivious behavior conducted by an adult, and is awaiting extradition to Florida, with custody at the Washington County Detention Center.

via Los Angeles Times|
#crime#duggar-family#florida-extradition
Duggar Family Scion Arrested Over Alleged Child Sexual Abuse
entertainment23 days ago

Duggar Family Scion Arrested Over Alleged Child Sexual Abuse

Joseph Duggar, 31, the former star of TLC's 19 Kids and Counting, was arrested on lewd and lascivious behavior involving a minor after a 2020 Panama City Beach vacation during which a 9-year-old girl was allegedly assaulted; authorities say the victim's father confronted Duggar and he admitted the acts to both the father and investigators, and he awaits extradition to Bay County, Florida. The case follows the Duggar family’s earlier scandal involving Josh Duggar, who was convicted on child sex material charges.

via Variety|
#19-kids-and-counting#arrest#child-sexual-abuse
Joseph Duggar Arrested Over Alleged 2020 Molestation of 9-Year-Old During Florida Vacation
crime23 days ago

Joseph Duggar Arrested Over Alleged 2020 Molestation of 9-Year-Old During Florida Vacation

Joseph Duggar was arrested in Arkansas on charges of molesting a 9-year-old girl during a 2020 vacation to Panama City Beach, Florida; prosecutors say he sat the girl on his lap, covered them with a blanket, and touched her, and he is awaiting extradition to Florida, a case that follows his brother Josh Duggar’s 2022 conviction for child-pornography offenses.

via Fox News|
#arrest#child-molestation#crime
"Spring Break Crackdown: State Troopers Deployed, Impact on Fort Myers Beach"
law-enforcement2 years ago

"Spring Break Crackdown: State Troopers Deployed, Impact on Fort Myers Beach"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is sending additional state troopers to Panama City Beach for Spring Break in response to increased traffic and potential safety concerns, as local law enforcement agencies request additional manpower to maintain peace and safety during the influx of visitors. The presence of more officers is expected to help with traffic flow and deter potential threats, with a focus on patrolling main roadways in the area.

via WMBB - mypanhandle.com|
#florida#governor-ron-desantis#law-enforcement
Dolly Parton Opens New Restaurant in Panama City Beach, Florida
entertainment2 years ago

Dolly Parton Opens New Restaurant in Panama City Beach, Florida

Dolly Parton is set to open a Pirates Voyage Dinner and Show, an interactive restaurant, in Panama City Beach, Florida, in Spring 2025. The restaurant will feature pirates, mermaids, acrobatics, pyrotechnics, and songs written by Dolly herself. With over 1,000 seats, the dinner show is expected to create 300 jobs and will be the third of its kind, following successful ventures in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Construction is set to begin in January 2025.

via WSMV 4|
#dolly-parton#entertainment#florida
Dolly Parton Brings Pirate-Themed Dinner Show and Restaurant to Panama City Beach
entertainment2 years ago

Dolly Parton Brings Pirate-Themed Dinner Show and Restaurant to Panama City Beach

Dolly Parton is opening a new restaurant, Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show, in Panama City Beach, Florida. The 60,000-square-foot theatre will feature pirate battles on two full-size ships and in a lagoon, and is expected to seat over 1,000 people. The restaurant is set to create 300 jobs and will open in the Spring of 2025.

via WMBB - mypanhandle.com|
#dolly-parton#entertainment#panama-city-beach
Panama City Beach Officials Address Drowning Concerns After 7 Tragic Deaths
safety2 years ago

Panama City Beach Officials Address Drowning Concerns After 7 Tragic Deaths

After a series of drownings in Panama City Beach, Florida, gained national attention, city officials issued a statement expressing their condolences and emphasizing the preventable nature of the tragedies. The statement highlighted the efforts of beach safety personnel and lifeguards, who responded to numerous rescue calls and took preventive actions to keep people out of the dangerous waters. The city also mentioned the challenges they face in getting beachgoers to heed the flag-warning system and the disrespect often shown towards first responders. They urged residents and visitors to learn and follow the flag warning system for their safety.

via WMBB - mypanhandle.com|
#beach-safety#drownings#first-responders
Rising Death Toll: Multiple Drownings Shake Gulf Coast Beaches
us2 years ago

Rising Death Toll: Multiple Drownings Shake Gulf Coast Beaches

Seven people have died at Panama City Beach in Florida this month, with rip currents being the primary hazard. The National Weather Service recorded the highest concentration of "surf zone" fatalities in June at this beach. Authorities are frustrated by the tragic and unnecessary deaths and are urging beachgoers to heed public safety warnings. Violators who enter the water despite double red flag warnings can face fines, but law enforcement resources are limited. Personal responsibility and awareness of flag status are crucial to prevent further deaths.

via CBS News|
#beach-safety#fatalities#panama-city-beach
"Rising Death Toll: Florida Beach Claims More Lives, Becomes Deadliest in the US"
safety2 years ago

"Rising Death Toll: Florida Beach Claims More Lives, Becomes Deadliest in the US"

Panama City Beach in Florida has become the deadliest beach in the U.S. in 2023, with seven rip current-related deaths in the past nine days. Despite double red flag warnings, three more drownings occurred over the weekend due to heavy rip currents. Concerns are raised about tourist compliance with the hazard flag system, as all victims were from out-of-state. Florida leads in surf-related fatalities, with 26 deaths this year. Rescuers are frustrated with bystanders entering the water and getting caught themselves. Officials emphasize the value of human life over the desire to swim and warn violators of the flag system of a $500 fine.

via FOX 59 Indianapolis|
#beach-safety#drownings#panama-city-beach