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JENSEN BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — The Martin County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) said 53-year-old Berline Rozin was supposed to care for her patients like family. Instead, deputies say she betrayed their trust and stole jewelry from those in her care.

Detectives said Rozin, of Port St. Lucie, was caught by pawning jewelry that she claimed belonged to her deceased mother.

Instead, investigators learned the nearly $3,000 worth of jewelry belonged to a patient the 53-year-old cared for at The Cabana at Jensen Dunes in Jensen Beach. Rozin worked there for almost a year.

"The offender took advantage, of the woman’s age, and vulnerability," Sheriff William Snyder told CBS12's Luli Ortiz. (WPEC)

According to the arrest report, the first pawn occurred in late May at Colorado Pawn & Jewelry in Port St. Lucie. Rozin was in there several times, investigators said. She did the same thing at another shop in Broward County. The business was able to provide surveillance video of Rozin in the store on June 13, 2023.

Detectives say they confronted Rozin, who changed her story. Eventually, the truth was revealed other pieces of jewelry she pawned belong to someone else, and sheriff Wiliam Snyder is urging families of patients Rozin once cared for to please check to see if they're missing any valuables.

"The offender took advantage, of the woman’s age, and vulnerability," said Sheriff William Snyder. "If you have a loved one who’s going to be in a care facility, and an overwhelming majority of them are honest, decent people, maybe that’s not the best place to take expensive jewelry, and have it exposed to different staff members."

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The sheriff's office said Rozin was charged with grand theft from a victim over the age of 65. Additional charges may occur if more victims come forward.

Detectives are urging family members of patients she has cared for previously, to check and make sure all jewelry and valuables are accounted for. If you have a concern, please call the Martin County Sheriff’s Office at 772-220-7170.

JENSEN BEACH — A residential project with 169 units is slated for Northwest Goldenrod Road east of U.S.1.

The 26-acre gated community is to consist of 105 two-story townhomes and 64 duplex units, records show.

The project, unanimously approved Tuesday by the Martin County Commission, is part of the larger West Jensen development originally approved in 1989 that reaches from Northwest Jensen Beach Boulevard to the St. Lucie County line with commercial and residential uses.

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Most of the development has been completed, including the Jensen Beach Country Club and Lowe’s Home Improvement along or off the U.S.1 corridor.

Additionally, the residential community approved on Tuesday is to be located next to a Wawa and Chick-fil-A approved by the County Commission in August 2021.

Developer Alberto Micha of Jensen Beach Land Co., Ltd. is to sell the land to Mattamy Homes, said representative Morris Crady, of Lucido and Associates land planning.

The townhomes are to range from four to five units per building, Crady said.

“We’re providing alternative housing types that can benefit people in the area and provide housing for workers that want to live and work in Martin County,” Crady added.

Commissioner Sarah Heard noted the evolution of land uses and zoning in the area over the past 30 years. Although the community is slated next to commercial projects, it’s better to incorporate both categories rather than to overload the area with multiple fast-food restaurants, for example, she said.

“Conditions on the ground have changed,” Heard said. “So while this looks like a classic example of really, really terrible planning, I have to believe (medium density) is the best use.”

The commission approval came with the condition the developer make drainage improvements to the area, as “most people are aware that parts of West Jensen had some flooding issues over the past,” said Deputy Growth Management Director Pete Walden.

Those issues will be addressed, Walden said.

Moreover, Commissioner Doug Smith asked staff and the developer to reach out to the owner of the Home Depot plaza south of the property to potentially build a road between both parcels.

“I would hope that the shopping plaza folks would work with us, and benefit them (while) benefitting their customers,” Smith said.

Jensen Beach, FL, February 09, 2023 --(PR.com)-- Best selling children’s author and thriller novelist, Leah Orr, is killing it with her newest novella, "The She Shed." This 220 page, three hour mystery was written especially for readers who enjoy a mystery, but have limited time to read.

Jensen Beach, Florida is a quaint coastal town once revered as the “land that time forgot.” The place where big city dwellers come for vacation. It was once known for its beautiful sandy beaches, breezy ocean air, pleasant year-round weather, frilly cocktails, hometown boutique shops and restaurants, and ocean activities.

The town is also home to some unsavory characters and its many hidden skeletons—literally.

When Aunt Adeline goes missing, it is up to her niece, Charlotte, to uncover the clues of her deeply hidden family secrets and the town she calls home.

Enjoy the dual narrative from both Aunt Adeline’s and Charlotte’s point of view. Discover secrets the She Shed holds, the importance of friendship, and the true meaning of family.

Leah’s new book joins the bookshelf with Orr’s other thrillers, "The Executive Suite and The Bartender," along with four children’s books, "Messy Tessy," "It Wasn’t Me," "Kyle’s First Crush" and "Kyle’s First Playdate." Because Orr’s youngest daughter, Ashley, is afflicted with Cystic Fibrosis, proceeds from the sale of her books are generously donated to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Between profits from Orr’s books and participation in local CF events over the past 20 years, Orr has raised more than $1,300,000 for CF research. CF is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of nearly 70,000 children and adults worldwide and Orr’s personal goal is to not only raise awareness of the disease, but also raise money to help find a cure.

Leah has recently been featured on ABC’s Health Watch, NBC Today South Florida, CBS South Florida, CBS This Morning Virginia, NBC the 10! Show Philadelphia, Fox 4 News Morning Blend, National Syndicated, “The Daily Buzz,” and Lifetime TV’s “The Balancing Act.”

Leah has been featured in publications such as: Forbes Magazine, Medical News Today, The Miami Herald, The Sun-Sentinel, etc. Orr’s daughter, Ashley, was also a recipient of Oprah’s generosity in “The Big Give.”

Orr and her husband were nominated as one of Florida’s Finest Couples by the CF Foundation, and included in “In The Spotlight” on CFF.org.

Leah was also nominated as one of Broward County’s top 100 Outstanding Women. Orr grew up in Boston, MA, and is a graduate of The University of Miami.

"The She Shed" is available through local bookstores, Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble, and wherever books are sold. More information can be found at www.leahorr.com.

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KISSIMMEE — Attitude.

Effort.

Commitment.

Those traits are what the Jensen Beach wrestling program have preached to its kids to turn the Falcons into one of Florida’s premier programs.

After Saturday’s FHSAA State Dual Championships, the Falcons added yet another feather into a cap getting filled with state title banners.

Jensen Beach dominated the competition in Kissimmee at Osceola High School over two days as the Falcons lost only eight matches on the mats in three matchips with a convincing 57-12 win in the championship match over Zephyrhills Christian to repeat as the 1A duals champions.

"It's intensity, it's relentless and it's family," said Falcon head coach Tom McMath about why his kids succeeded Saturday. "We talk and preach it all over the place and that's what it's about. We're consistent."

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Up and down the lineup for Jensen Beach, the competition over the two days in Kissimmee didn't come close to keeping up with the Falcons.

In three matches, Jensen Beach wrestlers pinned 14 opponents including six in the championship match against Zephyrhills Christian.

After the Falcons tamed Mater Lakes 42-25 on Friday in the regional final, Jensen Beach rolled 49-19 over Suwanee in the morning state semifinal. In the final, the lightweights in the Jensen Beach lineup got the team on the right track.

Sophomore Ben Norris at 106 pounds won an 11-5 decision over Reid Yakes and junior Gian Ortiz at 113 pounds earned a first-period pin of Izak Rodriguez.

Returning state champion sophomore Sebastian Degennaro at 120 pounds pinned Nevin Hayes after 59 seconds and senior Ryan Mooney at 126 pounds pinned Kyle Gallo in the second period.

Senior Charlie Armstrong, an Okeechobee transfer, defeated Talon Maple 5-1 at 132 pounds and senior and returning state champion Jewell Williams at 145 pounds was dominant in a 22-5 technical fall win over Aiden Hutchins.

The middleweights also held up their end of the rope as senior Dylan Fox easily won on a 10-0 decision over Javier Lopez at 154 pounds and Colten Byrd pinned Gavin Alexander in the second period at 160 pounds.

Senior Luke Krakoff at 170 pounds pinned Jeremiah Chavis late in the first period, senior Malachi Harriel at 182 pounds capped the match with a pin of Ashton Liddington in the second period and senior Nate Sopotnick at 195 pounds didn't even have to wrestle winning via forfeit.

The triumph for Jensen Beach this season in the duals came against an entirely new crew of semifinalists compared to last season.

The Falcons had to go through Palm Bay in the semifinals and Clay in the championship to earn their maiden state championship in the duals.

A big senior class for Jensen Beach has already created a lasting legacy with their work they've done going back-to-back in the duals with the traditional state title sandwiched between and Saturday was just another step towards what the Falcons want in another month's time - a second state title sweep.

"It feels good, we have a good, hard-working team," senior Dylan Fox said. "We put a lot into this team and just working hard throughout the year, it's going to pay off."

Fox along with Mooney and Sopotnick now have sights set on joining their classmate Williams as individual state champions to cap their high school careers.

Throw in Degennaro along with the rest of the talented Falcon lineup eager to make their mark on their next big stage, Jensen Beach won't be satisfied with what they've already accomplished this season.

"That's what makes us motivated to push every day, going to practice thinking about (winning a state title)," Mooney said.

All of the fruits of labor McMath has pushed through the program from his youth programs within his Team Barracuda Wrestling Club all the way up to the high school team have produced results on par with the state's elite in the past year and a half.

In his mind, McMath's plan has always been about community and investment to get the most out of the athletes with the support of the participating families and Jensen Beach as a home to mold a winning culture.

"The program has been built from the ground up and each year, more and more people are back here, alumni come back, kids' club, kids and parents are here, the parents of all these kids, parents of kids from year's past are here supporting," McMath said. "I couldn't be more proud of these guys for what they accomplished and how they went about their business. They were so dialed in today."

Jensen Beach wasn't the only local team to reach the state semifinals Saturday as Fort Pierce Central reached the 3A Final Four after the Cobras nipped Wellington 34-30 Friday night.

With an injury at 113 pounds, senior Brittany Vincens, one of the top girls wrestlers in the area, got called upon and delivered an exciting come-from-behind victory in the final period that proved to be critical to the Cobras advancing.

In Saturday's state semifinal against host Osceola, Fort Pierce Central was game but ended up coming up short with a 38-30 defeat.

Aidan Madden (182 pounds), Hernan Ortiz (220 pounds), Alaq Dowd-Grant (285 pounds), Myles Henkel (106 pounds), Daniel Echeverria (126 pounds), Jayden Romanello (138 pounds) and Colin Madden (170 pounds) all won their matches Saturday for the Cobras.

Martin County takes Destito Duals title

Martin County ran the tables at their home Destito Duals, finishing with a perfect 8-0 record over the course of two days with the competition concluding on Saturday.

The event in its 20th year had the host Tigers, Port St. Lucie, Treasure Coast, South Fork and Lincoln Park Academy as the local schools participating along with Bayside, Seminole Ridge, Park Vista and Benjamin.

Port St. Lucie and Park Vista both went 6-2 over the two days and South Fork won five of its eight matches.

Martin County's Jonathan Sopher was named the top wrestler out of the lightweights division, going 8-0 in his matches.

Port St. Lucie's Jabarie Yearby was chosen as the top wrestler in the heavyweight divisions, also going 8-0 for the weekend.

St. Edward's boys hoops win SSAC 2A title

Gary Anderson's game-high 22 points led St. Edward's to a 65-55 victory over Morningside Academy Saturday in the championship game of the SSAC 2A conference.

Nate Sparkman scored 16 points and Dylan Redmon added 15 points for the Pirates (10-4).

Darious Moore scored 17 points, Marvin Tidas added 14 points and Damon Folds chipped in 13 points in the loss for the Eagles (9-11).

St. Edward's on the girls side lost their championship game 24-19 to Sarasota Christian with the Pirates (11-7) getting 10 points from Gaby Collazo.