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6 days ago
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Former deputy sentenced to 16 months in prison for 2022 beating of inmate in Camden County Jail
A former Camden County Sheriff's Office deputy sheriff and jail corporal has been sentenced to 16 months in prison for assaulting a pretrial detainee in 2022. Ryan Robert Biegel, now 27, of Kingsland, Georgia, pleaded guilty on Jan. 28 to using unreasonable force against the detainee, according to a news release from the Department of Justice. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<< Action News Jax first told you in November 2022 about the release of a video showing the September 2022 beating of Jarrett Hobbs from Greensboro, North Carolina, in the Camden County Jail. The DOJ said the incident occurred on September 3, 2022, when Biegel and two other correctional officers entered the holding cell where Hobbs was detained. [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] We also told you in November 2022 when Biegel, Mason Garrick, and Braxton Massey were charged with battery of an inmate and violating the oath of office. In May 2023, the three men were indicted by a grand jury in Camden County. The DOJ said Biegel admitted to punching Hobbs five times in the back of the head, acknowledging that it was not reasonable or necessary for a legitimate law enforcement purpose. Biegel further struck Hobbs in the head and body an additional twenty-two times with his fists and knees, the DOJ said. [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] The FBI Brunswick Resident Agency Field Office and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation investigated the assault. Assistant U.S. Attorney Jennifer J. Kirkland for the Southern District of Georgia and Trial Attorney Alec Ward of the Civil Rights Division's Criminal Section prosecuted the case. Action News Jax has reached out to the Camden County Sheriff's Office and Hobbs' attorney Harry Daniels for comment on the sentencing. Click here to download the free Action News Jax news and weather apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action News Jax live.
Yahoo
16-07-2025
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Man shot multiple times while driving in Downtown Jacksonville
A man was shot multiple times on Dennis Street in Downtown Jacksonville on Tuesday evening, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. The incident occurred around 5:25 p.m. when officers responded to reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they found the victim suffering from gunshot wounds to his groin, back, and arm, police said. He was taken to the hospital in critical condition but has since been stabilized. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<< The victim told investigators he was driving to a local business when he was attacked by an unknown assailant, police said. The attack caused the victim to crash his vehicle, police said. No arrests were made. [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] Click here to download the free Action News Jax news and weather apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action News Jax live.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
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WATCH Action Sports Jax's Storytellers of the 904: Jaguars Hall of Famer and EVP Tony Boselli
Storytellers of the 904 debuts with one of the best stories our area has ever seen -- Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Boselli. Boselli lived up to the hype as the Jacksonville Jaguars' first-ever draft pick and the face of the franchise. Advertisement Some 30 years later, he's still one of the faces of the franchise and now leading the charge of a new regime as Executive Vice President of the Jacksonville Jaguars. The story of Boselli is well-documented, but we dive deeper into some of the lesser-known stories of Boselli's journey. Tony discusses the initial draft process, why he was mad at the Jaguars for a handful of years, and why he came back to Jacksonville. [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] Boselli also shares how people doubt him because he's a former football player and how close he got to going into coaching a few years ago. Advertisement This episode has a few discussions about Boselli being the EVP of the Jaguars. Instead, it's about his 30-year Jacksonville journey to land in the position he now has inside Jaguars headquarters. You can watch the full episode in the video player above. [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] Click here to download the free Action News Jax apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action Sports Jax 24/7 live.
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Sport
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San Mateo Little League softball and baseball teams fundraising for regionals
For the first time since the 1960s, softball and baseball teams from San Mateo are heading to regionals, one tournament away from the Little League World Series. These teams have a historic opportunity to compete at the regional level, marking a significant milestone in their journey. Advertisement The teams are fundraising $18,000 to ensure all players can participate without a financial burden. 'These are the people I've been playing with since I was like in T-ball,' Macon, a player on the team, said. 'It's just something I do every day and never want to stop.' [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] 'I played with them my whole entire life,' Brooke, the team's shortstop, said. 'Growing up together and sharing this moment together, it's really fun.' 'Most of this team has been at this park since they were about four years old,' Coach Edmonds said. 'To see them make this last run as a family, it's awesome.' Advertisement [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] 'Heroes get remembered, but legends never die,' Coach Haynes said. 'It's the message about the whole season. They have a chance to be great.' The San Mateo teams have been playing together since childhood, forming strong bonds and a sense of community. The historic ballpark has been a place where many first fell in love with America's pastime, creating lasting memories. The teams are actively fundraising to cover the costs of their trip to regionals. Click here to see a GoFundMe that has been set up for the teams. Click here to download the free Action News Jax news and weather apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action News Jax live.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Sport
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Jaguars announce open training camp dates
The Jacksonville Jaguars are opening their 2025 Training Camp to the public starting July 23. The team announced eight open practice sessions at the Miller Electric Center, plus a stadium scrimmage at EverBank Stadium on August 1. Advertisement Tickets and parking are free, but fans must register in advance. Season Ticket Members can claim tickets starting Wednesday, July 9, at noon. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<< The general public can register at 1 p.m. on the Jaguars Training Camp page. Gates open at 7:45 a.m. for practices, with action starting around 8:30 a.m. The scrimmage at EverBank Stadium kicks off at 7 p.m. on August 1. Due to ongoing construction, only two entry gates will be open, and some parking lots will be limited to those who register early. [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] Click here to download the free Action News Jax news and weather apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action News Jax live.
