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3 days ago
- General
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2 Palm Coast teens held up 3rd teen at gunpoint, steal his gun
A pair of Palm Coast teenagers were arrested Thursday in the robbery of another teen at gunpoint, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office. One of the stolen items: his parents' gun which he was carrying to 'look cool.' The News-Journal is not identifying the two 16-year-old males accused in the robbery and gun theft because they have not been charged as adults. The teen who was robbed said he met the other two in the parking of the European Village to hang out, according to the sheriff's office. The teen said he wanted to 'look cool' and 'fit in,' so he took his parents' handgun with him, according to the sheriff's office. The three juveniles were sitting in a car when one of the teens pointed a handgun at the teen's head and demanded his belongings. The teen complied and turned over his parents' gun and his money. He then got out of the car, walked home and told his mother, who called 911. Within an hour of the 911 call, deputies found the vehicle involved and 'conducted a high-risk traffic stop' at Lee and London Drives. They found the two teens accused in the armed robbery and theft inside the car. Detectives also found two handguns in a backpack in the car and also found marijuana, the sheriff' office stated. One of the teens, who was the driver, was charged with accessory after the fact, grand theft of a firearm, and possession of a firearm by minor. The other teen was charged with robbery with a firearm, grand theft of a firearm, possession of a firearm by minor, and violation of probation. Both teens were transported to the Sheriff Perry Hall Inmate Detention Facility for processing before being turned over to the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice in Daytona Beach. 'This was excellent work by our deputies, Major Case Unit detectives and analysts from our Real Time Crime Center, who quickly identified and apprehended both teenagers involved in this robbery,' said Sheriff Rick Staly. 'This incident could have ended in serious injuries or deaths but the swift action of the victim's parents and our deputies stopped these two before they could commit anymore crimes. Now, they will have to face the consequences of their actions and prosecution under State Attorney Larizza's 'Young Guns' initiative. I urge parents to take proper safety precautions and secure their firearms and remember to be the sheriff of your home.' This article originally appeared on The Daytona Beach News-Journal: 2 Palm Coast teens hold up 3rd armed teen at gunpoint
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10-05-2025
- Politics
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Palm Coast mayor sues city amid council infighting over appointment
The Brief Palm Coast Mayor Mike Norris is suing the city, claiming a council member is unlawfully holding office. The lawsuit targets Councilman Charles Gambaro, who was appointed rather than elected, allegedly violating the city charter. The legal battle follows a no-confidence vote against Norris and highlights growing tensions within the city council. PALM COAST, Fla. - Political tensions in Palm Coast have escalated after Mayor Mike Norris filed a lawsuit against the city, alleging a council member is unlawfully holding office and accusing the City Council of violating the city charter. What we know Palm Coast Mayor Mike Norris has filed a lawsuit against the city, alleging that Councilman Charles Gambaro is unlawfully holding office. The lawsuit argues that Gambaro's appointment, which occurred in October 2024 after the resignation of Councilwoman Cathy Heighter, violated the city charter. According to the charter, any appointment to a vacant seat should only last until the next regularly scheduled election. Norris contends that an election should have been held last November and is asking a judge to order one now. What we don't know It remains unclear how the court will interpret the city charter language and whether the appointment of Gambaro will ultimately be deemed invalid. The timeline for a potential special election, if ordered, is also unknown. The backstory The conflict follows a series of sharp tensions in Palm Coast politics. Norris, who took office only months ago, has clashed repeatedly with other council members. Gambaro was appointed following Heighter's resignation to fill her unexpired term. The appointment, approved by the council, has since become an issue as Norris challenges its legality. Tensions escalated further when the council issued a vote of no confidence in Norris, citing alleged charter violations and misconduct. What's next If a judge rules in Norris's favor, the city could be forced to hold a special election to determine who lawfully occupies Gambaro's seat. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by Palm Coast Council meeting recordings and court documents.
