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High Visibility Enforcement in the City of Sarasota to Improve Pedestrian & Bicyclist Safety
The Sarasota Police Department is again implementing a High Visibility Enforcement program to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety. The City of Sarasota ranks in the top 25 cities in the state of Florida for traffic crashes resulting in serious and fatal injuries to pedestrians and bicyclists.
08/16/2021 12:37 PM
Sarasota Police investigate shooting with injuries
An adult victim is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries as a result of the incident.
08/03/2024 3:21 PM
Sarasota Police arrest three people in connection to shooting
Antorri Smith, 14, is arrested and charged with attempted murder with a firearm, which is a felony in the State of Florida.
07/30/2024 7:35 PM
Sarasota Police investigate shooting
If you have any information, you are asked to call our non-emergency number at 941-316-1199.
07/30/2024 8:56 AM
Sarasota Police investigation at Selby library
The suspect was placed into custody for making terroristic threats and transported to the Sarasota County Jail.
07/24/2024 10:09 AM
Sarasota Police investigate shooting
No injuries are reported in this incident.
07/24/2024 10:01 AM
Sarasota Police investigate shooting
Sarasota Police are investigating a shooting that took place Tuesday, July 9, 2024.
07/24/2024 9:58 AM
Sarasota Police investigate shooting
This incident appears to be isolated, and there is no immediate danger to the public.
07/24/2024 9:54 AM
Arrest Made: Sarasota Police apprehend suspect in late night homicide
This arrest was made possible through exceptional collaboration with the Miami Police Department.
07/24/2024 9:45 AM
Sarasota Police investigate shooting with injuries
This is an isolated incident, and the public is not believed to be in danger.
07/24/2024 9:27 AM
Local Purple Alert issued for Missing Sarasota Man
A local Purple Alert is issued for Paul Downs, 83, Sarasota, who was last seen on Saturday, July 20, 2024.
07/23/2024 11:02 AM
Sarasota Police investigate Sunday morning shooting
We are actively investigating the incident and appreciate any tips from the public that may help identify the individuals involved. If you SEE something, SAY something.
07/21/2024 7:33 AM
Sexual Predator Notification for the City of Sarasota
The Sarasota Police Department is informing the public that Jessie Allen, 59, a sexual predator, has moved within the City of Sarasota.
07/18/2024 4:20 PM
7th Annual Sarasota Police Department ‘Pack the Patrol Car’ School Supply Drive July 17th – August 2nd
The Sarasota Police Department, in partnership with the community, wants to ‘Pack the Patrol Car’ with new school supplies for the upcoming school year for the seventh year in a row before students head back to class.
07/17/2024 12:22 PM
Final Farewell to Retired Sarasota Police K-9 Bronson (July 3, 2024)
Thank you for your service and dedication, K-9 Bronson!
07/03/2024 2:45 PM
Bayfront Fireworks Safety Reminders and Road Closures
The Bayfront Fireworks Spectacular will take place Thursday, July 4, 2024, at the Sarasota Bayfront at 9 p.m. The festivities will attract thousands of people to the City of Sarasota.
07/01/2024 2:31 PM
Sarasota Police arrest armed juvenile at holiday event
On Saturday, June 22, 2024, Sarasota Police officers successfully apprehended an armed juvenile during a holiday event near the intersection of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way and Dixie Avenue.
06/27/2024 3:44 PM
Sexual Predator Notification for the City of Sarasota
The Sarasota Police Department is informing the public that Matthew Lorenzo Hopkins, 40, a sexual predator, has moved into the City of Sarasota.
06/06/2024 12:57 PM
Join us for the reopening of the Gillespie Park substation
The grand re-opening celebration of the Gillespie Park Substation (710 North Osprey Avenue) will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
06/03/2024 1:14 PM
High Visibility Enforcement Program Completed in the City of Sarasota
To protect the safety of the most vulnerable road users, the Sarasota Police Department conducted High-Visibility Enforcement Details (HVE) throughout the City of Sarasota from August 2023 until May 2024, focusing on several key roadways.
05/22/2024 9:29 AM