–By Rachel Galvin —

On Oct. 22, 2012, all eyes will be on Boca Raton. As the presidential campaigns wrap up, the final debate between red and blue will take place at Lynn University. The determination for the location to be Boca Raton over other contenders came down to several considerations, including the importance of the state of Florida as a swing state, the close proximity of the university to major transportation routes and the success of last year’s Congressional debate between Ron Klein and Allen West. The decision to have the debate in Florida was agreed upon across party lines and is seen as a benefit not only for the university, but the surrounding area as well.

According the Lynn University’s website (www.lynn.edu): “A debate would attract an estimated 5,000 to 8,000 people (including several thousand members of the domestic and international media) to the Boca Raton area. These people could stay in the area up to a week, generating a sizable economic impact.”

Broward Sheriff’s Office detectives have caught three criminals who burglarized two homes Oct. 5 as the homeowners slept in their beds.

Two of the suspects were caught on video concealing their faces and spray painting the lens of a surveillance camera on the patio of a Deerfield Beach home. Then they slipped inside and stole $30,000 dollars in jewelry, electronics, checks, and other property. Detectives believe the teens possibly intended to steal the family Corvette but the dog scared them away before they could take it. Detectives recovered some of the stolen property, but they have yet to find Barbara Rysavy’s wedding ring. Earlier in the night, they crept into a Tamarac woman’s home as she slept, and stole a computer and a 2008 BMW. They drove the car to the Deerfield Beach burglary and later abandoned it.

The burglars, Brianna Anderson, David Nicholas and a 17-year-old suspect have been charged with multiple counts including burglary, grand theft, grand theft auto and criminal mischief. The 17-year-old was also charged with violation of probation. After the burglaries, detectives got a crucial clue when Anderson tried to cash checks stolen from the homeowners. She was charged with two counts of uttering a forged check.

Anyone with additional information about these suspects, the location of the missing wedding ring or the other unsolved burglaries can contact Det. Scott Nida at at (954) 480-4316, Det. Mike Colantuno at (954) 720-2225 or report information anonymously to Crime Stoppers of Broward County at (954) 493-TIPS (8477) or online at www.browardcrimestoppers.org.

BSO units were dispatched to the Rent-A-Center at 1702 W. Hillsboro for an armed robbery call.

Monday morning at 11:15 a.m. the store manager of Rent-A-Center exited the store on his way to make a bank deposit when he was robbed. BSO has a person of interest in custody.

         East Deerfield continues to get hammered by car thieves

BSO detectives arrested a suspect who committed four vehicle burglaries this week in the area of 191 SE 20 Avenue.  The suspect, who bears a strong resemblance to Santa Claus, was captured on video while committing the crimes.  Photos were shown to several residents along the beach area and an alert resident called 911 when spotting him.  Please lock your doors and do not leave valuables in your vehicle.  Call 911 if you see suspicious activity in your neighborhood.

UPDATE – Video of Santa in Action on ObserverTV or below.

The continuing moral of the story is LOCK YOUR CAR DOORS!

Deputies responded to a burglary that just occurred in Deerfield along NE 11 Way in Little Harbor just before noon. Investigation revealed the suspect entered two unlocked vehicles and removed property.  Deputies apprehended the suspect nearby and charged her with two counts of burglary.  Please lock your doors and do not leave valuables in your vehicle.  Call 911 if you see suspicious activity in your neighborhood.

Island Water Sports of Deerfield Beach was forced to cancel our 30 year running event, Midnight Madness, due to issues within the city. We were touched by all the support and feedback from the community, our friends, and fans. In response, we’re able to announce a new event – Daytime Radness.

Daytime Radness will be the largest surf & skate event in South Florida benefiting local and national charities.

Some of the highlights of this event include:

• Surf & Skate Giveaways All Day

• Van’s Goat Skate Ramp Open to Skate All Day

• Entire Store on Sale

• Denim Donations for the Homeless

• Benefit for Karen Rice & Grind for Life – Helping People with Cancer

When: October 21, 2011; 9:00am – 9:00pm

Where: Island Water Sports, 1985 NE 2lld Street, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

For more information, visit: Daytime Radness www.islandwatersports.com/daytimeradness

Give Jeans a Chance www.volcom.com/givejeansachance

Benefit for Karen Rice www.facebook.com/event.php?eid= 144962048935067

Grind for Life www.grindforlife.org

Founded in 1978, at Island Water Sports surfing is not just our business, it’s our blood. We are owned and operated by second and third generation surfers and skateboarders. Kirk Cottrell opened the shop in 1978. His kids, Cheyne, Karly and Linsey took their first steps inside the store. They now oversee the operations of the business and continue to uphold the commitment to serving the South Florida community.

At around 6:25 a.m. this morning Broward Sheriff’s Fire Rescue (Deerfield Beach) responded to Advance

Auto Parts at NW 3 and Hillsboro for a reported fire. Units from Deerfield and back up from Engine 23 quickly

knocked down the fire inside the store that was centered on the

north side of business.

To see video of the scene after the knockdown click on ObserverTV “Latest Video’s”

Early this morning BSO deputies responded to a vehicle burglary that just occurred in the 900 block of SE 15 Court.  A perimeter was quickly established with K9 and Aviation Unit responding.  One suspect was apprehended by the K9, a second suspect was arrested by deputies nearby.  The suspects committed 30 burglaries to unlocked vehicles.  Deputies have recovered several cell phones, GPS devices, and other electronics.  Please lock your doors and do not leave items of value in your vehicle.  Call 911 immediately if you see suspicious activity in your neighborhood.

Broward Sheriff’s office brought out the 2 thieves on their way to be booked. They showed  the goods that they  had stolen from the vehicles in The Cove neighborhood in Deerfield Beach. ObserverTV was there.

To see video of the 2 guys who ripped off all the cars in The Cove and a table full of the items -click on ObserverTV- “Latest Video’s”

West Deerfield is experiencing vehicle burglaries to victims who are dropping off their children at Quiet Waters Elementary in the morning. Two burglaries were reported this morning. The first victim was parked in the rear parking lot of the Dollar Tree store while dropping off her child at the school. The second victim was parked behind Publix at approximately the same time.  In both cases windows were smashed and property removed.  Please do not leave valuables in your vehicle.  If you see suspicious activity call 911 immediately.

Photo by David Volz

–By Rachel Galvin —

On Oct. 2, Dunn’s Run15th Annual Race kicked off from Deerfield Beach and back with thousands of participants, running or walking toward the finish line. Proceeds benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of America. The race has raised about $3 million for the organization through the years. Not only was this early morning (7:30 a.m.) race an opportunity for people to show their competitive spirit and beat their personal best, but also was a way to show support for the community. Many arrived to walk or run with their teams or individually. Some walked with their children or pushed them in strollers while enjoying the sunrise and the beautiful beach view. Congressman Allen West came all the way from Washington D.C. to partake in his tradition of running with the American flag through the streets of Deerfield. Even CRA director Keven Klopp came out to run for the first time this year.

Then there were the competitors, like Brian Dillard, who won the 5k in the men’s division, and Rachel Ginsberg, who won in the female division. The Deerfield Beach High Cross Country team had many runners compete this year and place. Awards were given for various age categories. For more results, visit www.splitsecondtiming.com.

In addition to all the running and walking, there was also much mingling and browsing through vendor booths. Panera bread came out to serve up some good eats and the band Atlas Shrugged performed.

Check ObserverTV to view race start

Click here for results from the 5k race

Click here for results from the 5 mile race