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Sarasota Police hold Boating Safety Inspections Saturday, May 18, 2024
The inspections will be held Saturday, May 18, from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Centennial Park, 1059 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.
05/17/2024 3:04 PM
Sarasota Police arrest two people in North Sarasota homicide
A 28-year-old male was shot shortly after 10 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2024, and died from his injuries. Both juveniles are charged with murder.
05/17/2024 1:21 PM
Sarasota Police collaborate with nearby agencies to execute search warrants
The Sarasota Police Department initiated one search warrant in the 3300 block of 8th Street, Sarasota. At the same time, the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office executed another in the 2200 block of Sophie Springer Lane, Sarasota County.
05/15/2024 4:48 PM
Sarasota Police officer's quick actions caught on video in boat rescue
On Friday, May 3rd, 2024, Officer Skinner received a distress call regarding an unmanned vessel circling in the inner coastal waterway. Upon arrival at the scene, Officer Skinner observed a boat slowly making circles, with an unconscious man lying face down on the deck.
05/15/2024 12:26 PM
Sexual Predator Notification for the City of Sarasota
The Sarasota Police Department is informing the public that Princeton Dwayne Brown, 64, a sexual predator, has relocated within the City of Sarasota.
05/14/2024 12:48 PM
Sarasota Police investigate Monday evening shooting
This incident appears isolated, and there's no immediate danger to the public.
04/29/2024 9:24 PM
Sarasota Police Partner with DEA for National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
The Sarasota Police Department will partner with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., for National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.
04/23/2024 1:36 PM
Swearing-in ceremony held for nine Sarasota Police officers
On Thursday, April 18, 2024, Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche held a swearing-in ceremony for nine new Police Officers at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex. Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody joined the milestone occasion as a guest speaker.
04/18/2024 6:39 PM
Sarasota Police investigate possible stabbing and shooting
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating an incident that occurred in the 1800 block of John Rivers Street, Sarasota, at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, 2024.
03/27/2024 12:01 PM
Sexual Predator Notification for the City of Sarasota
The Sarasota Police Department is informing the public that Princeton Dwayne Brown, 64, a sexual predator, has moved into the City of Sarasota.
03/19/2024 1:31 PM
Sarasota Police encourage beach and boat safety
The City of Sarasota is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Whether you are enjoying the sand or Sarasota Bay, our Marine Unit encourages you to be safe.
03/15/2024 9:51 AM
Owner of Sarasota pet grooming business arrested for animal abuse
Detectives were initially investigating the franchise located at 1129 S. Tamiami Trail for financial crimes when they uncovered a pattern of animal abuse by the owner of the business, Diana Stevens, 41.
03/11/2024 12:09 PM
Sarasota Police investigate overnight shooting
This is believed to be an isolated incident, and there is no danger to the public.
02/29/2024 12:45 PM
FDLE Concludes Investigation into February Officer-Involved Shooting
After several months of diligent review, the FDLE has determined that the officers' actions were justified.
02/26/2024 2:41 PM
Sarasota Police Make History with Homicide-Free 2023: Record-Breaking Year of Safety with Sharp Decline in Part I Crimes, Surge in Arrests
The Sarasota Police Department is excited to announce a historic drop in Part I crime in 2023. For the first time since 1967, no homicide was reported in the City of Sarasota for a full calendar year. In 2022, the Sarasota Police Department investigated seven homicides.
02/20/2024 3:34 PM
Sarasota Police investigate Monday evening shooting
Sarasota Police are investigating a shooting that happened in the 1600 block of 29th Street, Sarasota, shortly after 6:15 p.m. on Monday.
01/22/2024 7:47 PM
Sarasota Police investigate Friday morning shooting
Sarasota Police are investigating a shooting that occurred around 11:30 a.m. on Friday, January 19, 2024, in the 900 block of N Beneva Road, Sarasota Commons.
01/19/2024 2:51 PM
Sarasota Police forward Video Voyeurism case to State Attorney’s Office
In response to an investigation initiated in October 2023, the Sarasota Police Department has forwarded a case involving Christian Ziegler to the State Attorney's Office.
01/18/2024 2:17 PM
Two arrested by Sarasota Police during narcotics search warrant operation
Detectives recovered narcotics (rock cocaine), marijuana, and a firearm (.22 caliber revolver handgun) from the residence.
01/12/2024 12:10 PM
Sarasota Police need help identifying subject in surveillance video
The victim reported the burglary occurred between 3:30 p.m. on December 28, 2023, and 1 p.m. December 29, 2023.
01/12/2024 10:37 AM