Hollywood Police
Coverage of Hollywood Police in the Nexus archive.
- Police: Man arrested after barricading himself inside Hollywood home, setting it on fire
A man was arrested after allegedly barricading himself inside a Hollywood home and intentionally setting it on fire. The incident occurred on Wednesday morning on the 5200 block of Wiley Street, leading to significant property damage. Police and fire crews responded, extinguishing the fire and taking the suspect into custody without reported injuries.
- Man found dead in Intracoastal near Sheridan Street bridge, Hollywood police say
A man was found dead in the Intracoastal Waterway near Sheridan Street bridge in Hollywood, Florida, after being spotted by a passerby before 7:20 a.m. Authorities recovered the body with assistance from the Broward Sheriff’s Office. The victim, described as a white man, has not been formally identified, and the cause of death and potential foul play remain under investigation.
- Driver in high-speed Hollywood hit-and-run that injured officer charged with felonies after Chicago arrest
Artiom Echiusciu, a 20-year-old man, was charged with felonies after allegedly driving over 100 mph in a BMW, crashing into a Hollywood Police cruiser, and fleeing the scene, which injured an officer. He was arrested in Chicago and faces charges including leaving the scene of an accident involving serious injury and reckless driving causing injury.
- Suspect caught on camera breaking into car outside Hollywood restaurant
A suspect was caught on camera breaking into a vehicle outside Boston Johnny’s restaurant in Hollywood early Monday morning, stealing a photojournalist’s backpack. The masked individual smashed a car window after surveilling the area, marking the first vehicle burglary at the restaurant. Police are investigating with surveillance footage but face challenges identifying the suspect due to their obscured appearance.
- ‘Grappler’ technique helps Hollywood police nab alleged car thief wanted on multiple warrants
A Hollywood police officer used a 'grappler' device to arrest Reuel Claude Sculley, 28, for driving a stolen Mercedes-Benz. Sculley, wanted on multiple warrants in Broward and Miami-Dade counties, was taken into custody on charges including grand theft and driving with a suspended license.
- Hollywood rollover crash sends car into home, narrowly missing sleeping residents
A car rollover crash in Hollywood sent a vehicle into a home's living room early Saturday, causing significant property damage but no injuries. The collision occurred near Tyler Street and North 15th Avenue, with witnesses reporting speeds of 80 mph or higher. Residents were asleep when the crash occurred, narrowly avoiding harm as the car struck near a bedroom.
- Woman whose body washed ashore at Hollywood Beach may have been hit by boat, FWC says
A 31-year-old woman found dead at Hollywood Beach may have been struck by a boat, according to authorities. Kellie Melinda Williams had injuries consistent with a vessel strike, and her body washed ashore near New Mexico Street. Investigators believe she may have been snorkeling or diving earlier at Dr. Von D Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park.
- Body found on Hollywood Beach ID'd, believed to be woman who'd been diving, cops say
A body found on Hollywood Beach near New Mexico Street was identified as a 30-year-old woman who had been snorkeling or diving at Dr. Von D Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park. Police are investigating with assistance from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and witnesses are being asked to come forward.
- Woman dead after body washes ashore on Hollywood Beach; investigation underway
A woman's body was found on Hollywood Beach near North Boardwalk and Thomas Street, prompting a police investigation. Authorities will conduct an autopsy to determine the cause of death and review missing persons' reports for identification.
- Detienen a estudiante en South Broward High School tras negarse a ser cacheado y correr hacia adentro
Un estudiante de South Broward High School fue detenido por causar una interrupción escolar al negarse a un cacheo y correr hacia el interior de la escuela, lo que llevó a un cierre de emergencia. La policía confirmó que todos los estudiantes y personal estaban a salvo y el día escolar se reanudó normalmente.
- Police: Student detained at South Broward High School after ‘security concern’
A student at South Broward High School in Hollywood was detained by police after a 'security concern' disrupted a school function. Authorities cleared the campus, confirmed the student's detention, and lifted the temporary lockdown, stating all students and staff were safe.
- Student apprehended at South Broward High School for disruption, lockdown lifted, police say
A student at South Broward High School in Hollywood was apprehended for disrupting school functions, prompting a lockdown. The school was placed on lockdown due to a security concern, and the lockdown was lifted after the student was apprehended.
- 15-year-old surrenders to police in connection to fatal shooting in Hollywood
A 15-year-old has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection to a fatal shooting in Hollywood. Gentle Edwards surrendered to police on Thursday following the April 22 incident near a park along Farragut Street and Northwest 73rd Avenue.
- Man facing child porn possession charges after Hollywood SWAT raid, cops say
James Donald Henjum, 34, faces ten counts of child pornography possession following a SWAT raid in Hollywood. Police executed a search warrant at his residence, seizing laptops and other items, and he was booked into Broward’s Main Jail. The investigation remains ongoing with potential additional charges.