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The Broward County Sheriff’s Office in Parkland responded to various incidents between September 23 and 29, 2025. Below is a detailed account of the incidents and arrests handled by local law enforcement.

Theft

Petit Theft: On Sept. 23 at 1:39 a.m., an offender stole a donation box from Wawa, located at 7705 N. State Road 7. Surveillance video and affidavits were submitted as evidence. Estimated loss: $87.

Theft From Building: Between Sept. 22 and Sept. 26, two diamond rings valued at $140,000 were reported stolen from a Parkland residence. No forced entry was found. The victim suspects her longtime dog groomer. Estimated total loss: $11,030,000 (possible clerical error in report, but listed as such).

Battery

Battery: On Sept. 23, a man smashed half of a watermelon on a woman’s head during an altercation. The victim was not injured. The suspect was charged.

Domestic Battery: On Sept. 24, a custody dispute turned physical when an offender grabbed a woman by the arms, leaving bruises. He later met deputies and was arrested for domestic battery.

Battery/Domestic Disturbance: On Sept. 24, a juvenile female was arrested after a physical altercation with her mother over school performance and personal items.

Domestic Disturbances

Verbal Altercation: On Sept. 23, a mother argued with her adult son about eviction. Both agreed to separate, and the mother planned to seek eviction proceedings.

Domestic Disturbance (Non-Crime): On Sept. 28, a father and daughter argued verbally about an unlocked sliding glass door. No physical violence occurred.

Extortion/Blackmail

Online Scam: On Sept. 23, a male victim reported being blackmailed after sending explicit photos and videos to a woman online. The suspect demanded $300 to prevent sharing the media. No money or personal information was exchanged.

Criminal Mischief

Residence Vandalism: On Sept. 23, a Parkland family reported repeated bullying of their 17-year-old son and vandalism of their home, including egging.

Vandalism at Pine Trails Park: Between Sept. 27–28, a trash can and fire extinguisher were burned at Pine Trails Park (10555 Trails End). The City of Parkland is listed as the victim.

Auto Theft

Hit and Run/Stolen Vehicle: On Sept. 25 at 3:20 a.m., a stolen vehicle struck a parked SUV before fleeing. Community and personal property were damaged. No arrests made.

Threats/Intimidation

Threat at CVS: On Sept. 28, a CVS employee reported that a male customer made a threatening statement, making her feel uncomfortable.

Miscellaneous Incidents

Information/Wellness Check: Deputies responded to a Parkland address on Sept. 24 for a wellness check.

Information: On Sept. 24, a resident reported ongoing harassment involving a neighbor’s family since 2022.

Suspicious Incident: On Sept. 24, a man entered a community by walking through bushes.

Property Damage: On Sept. 24, damage was reported in the Tall Pines community.

Threat Assessment: On Sept. 25, a threat assessment was conducted on a student.

Baker Act: On Sept. 27, an individual at a bus stop met Baker Act criteria and was transported for treatment.

Lost Property: On Sept. 29, a resident reported losing his driver’s license.

Information/Medical Response: On Sept. 29, Coral Springs Fire Rescue responded to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School after a staff member reported high blood pressure.

Arrests

Sept. 23: Johnel Jamar Weathers, 29, arrested at Wawa (7705 N. State Road 7) for petit theft.

Sept. 23: David Alexander Miltenberger, 46, arrested in Parkland for domestic battery.

Sept. 26: Cynthia Horgan Bushnell, 69, arrested near W. Hillsboro Blvd. and Everglades Way N. for DUI with property damage.

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Sharon Aron Baron is a Parkland resident and editor of Talk Media. She has been covering Parkland news since 2012. Parkland Talk was created to provide News, Views, and Entertainment for the residents of Parkland.