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Friday, August 14, 2026

The Gainesville Ledger

Public Safety

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Former UF Health doctor found dead in Alachua County Jail cell

Chintan Shah, 40, a former UF Health physician, was found unresponsive in his single-occupancy cell at the Alachua County Jail early Thursday morning, the Sheriff’s Office confirmed. Shah had been held in custody since a July arrest on charges of transmitting and possessing child sexual abuse material, with additional charges filed earlier this week. A death investigation is underway; no cause of death has been released.

Sources: WUFT News · WCJB TV20 · Mainstreet Daily News

Alachua County deputies search for missing Gainesville man with dementia

Sheriff’s deputies are searching for William Hall, 63, who left his home near Southeast 13th Terrace and has not been located. Hall suffers from late-stage dementia and recently moved to the area, leaving deputies concerned he may not recognize his surroundings. Searchers have deployed a K-9 unit and drone team, and anyone with information is asked to call 352-955-1818.

Sources: WCJB TV20

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