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Parkland Crime Update

The Broward County Sheriff’s Office in Parkland responded to various incidents between October 20 and October 26, 2026. Below is a summary of the incidents and arrests reported during that period.

Incidents

Criminal Mischief

Oct. 19-20: A Parkland resident reported that shrubs along the side of his home had been destroyed sometime between 7:30 a.m. Oct. 19 and 9:30 a.m. Oct. 20. Photographs of the damage were submitted as evidence.

Juvenile Injured at Elementary School

Oct. 21: A juvenile was injured while playing during the aftercare program at Heron Heights Elementary School, 11010 Nob Hill Road, at approximately 4:49 p.m. The child was transported to a hospital for evaluation.

Missing Person Recovered

Oct. 22: Deputies responding to a suspicious person call at approximately 2 a.m. encountered a man who was listed as a missing person out of Pompano Beach. After confirming his status, deputies transported him home, where he was safely reunited with his wife.

Death Investigation

Oct. 22: Deputies investigated the death of an adult man who was found kneeling beside his bed with his head between his knees at approximately 3:30 a.m. Investigators reported no signs of foul play. The body was transported to the medical examiner’s office for further investigation.

Threat Investigation

Oct. 22: Deputies responded to a report of threats and intimidation at approximately 3:55 a.m. Investigators determined that no threats of physical harm had been made. Attempts to contact those involved were unsuccessful, and the incident was classified as an information report.

Medical Emergency at Heron Heights Elementary

Oct. 22: A staff member at Heron Heights Elementary School, 11010 Nob Hill Road, experienced a medical emergency at approximately 8:55 a.m. The employee was transported to a hospital.

Suspicious Activity at Vacant Home

Oct. 23: A property appraiser investigator reported suspicious activity at an unoccupied home at 8014 NW 66th Way at approximately 2 p.m. The investigator discovered a door ajar and suspected unauthorized individuals might be inside. Deputies searched the property but found no one.

Domestic Disturbance

Oct. 23: Deputies responded to a reported domestic disturbance at 5901 Pine Island Road. The incident involved several adults and juveniles and was classified as a noncriminal domestic disturbance. Additional details were withheld from the report.

Harassing Messages

Oct. 23: A Parkland resident reported receiving harassing messages from an unknown person. The messages included the resident’s home address and specifically referenced the resident’s mother by name. Photographs of the messages were collected as evidence. The suspect was unidentified.

Found Property

Oct. 24: A resident reported finding an unfamiliar cellphone on his vehicle at approximately 7:30 a.m. Deputies collected the phone and placed it in safekeeping.

Domestic Disturbance Between Mother and Son

Oct. 25: Deputies responded to a verbal dispute between a mother and her 17-year-old son at approximately 5:47 p.m. Both confirmed the argument remained verbal, and deputies observed no visible injuries. No criminal offense was identified.

Juveniles Involved in Physical Altercation

Oct. 25: Deputies investigated a reported battery involving two juveniles who became involved in a physical altercation while playing tag at approximately 6:56 p.m. Neither juvenile had visible injuries, and both declined medical assistance. The incident was classified as an information report, and both parents were notified.

Mental Health Emergency

Oct. 25: Deputies responded to a report involving a man who had reportedly consumed Xanax and alcohol with the intention of harming himself. According to the report, the man acknowledged experiencing difficulties at home and expressed a willingness to continue consuming the substances regardless of the consequences. Deputies took him into custody under the Baker Act for a mental health evaluation.

Theft of $76,300 in Valuables

Oct. 21-22: A Parkland woman reported approximately $76,300 worth of personal valuables missing from her home after hiring All Things Moving and Storage to assist with her move. According to the report, the woman discovered several valuable items missing from her closet after the move was completed. The theft was reported Oct. 22.

Arrests

Oct. 21 — Petit Theft Warrant: Sernayia Ahmoni Walls, 21, was arrested at 8131 NW 128th Lane on a warrant involving a misdemeanor petit theft charge related to merchandise or farm products.

Oct. 21 — Domestic Battery: Stephanie Marie Owens, 39, was arrested on a misdemeanor charge of domestic battery following an altercation in Parkland at approximately 10:37 p.m. According to the report, the victim alleged Owens punched him multiple times in the head and shoulder and scratched his arm following a verbal argument. Deputies observed redness on the victim’s left ear and shoulder. Owens was located at a nearby business and taken into custody. The victim declined to provide a sworn statement or pursue prosecution.

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