Hurricane Ian has left the entire county in a bad way – no power, no water in many areas, roads flooded and traffic lights out, and homes destroyed. Some have lost their lives. First responders and utility workers are working around the clock to rectify what we can as quickly as possible. The curfew that... Continue Reading →
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (Sept. 30, 2022) – The U.S. 41 bridges over the Peace River will be closed in both directions as of 3 p.m. All U.S. 41 lanes north- and southbound will be closed from Kings Highway to Marion Avenue until further notice. The closure is a precautionary measure due to potentially dangerous conditions.... Continue Reading →
Charlotte County, FL - September 30, 2022 The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office emergency 9-1-1 line is now back online. Please reserve this line for emergencies only. In non-emergency situations, please contact 941-833-4161. If you are unable to dial out, you can also text to 9-1-1.
September 29, 2022 - Charlotte County, FL Following the destruction of Hurricane Ian, many telephone lines are down throughout Charlotte County. In order to meet the needs of our residents, the Communications Center has begun utilizing cell phones to take emergency calls. Please note that this is a temporary solution, and it does limit the... Continue Reading →
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (Sept. 28, 2022) – Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell and Punta Gorda Police Department Chief Pam Davis have enacted a curfew from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. for all of Charlotte County, including the City of Punta Gorda, effective Wednesday, Sept. 28. The curfew will be in place until further notice. Violation... Continue Reading →
Charlotte County, FL - September 28, 2022 Local winds from Hurricane Ian have reached sustained tropical storm speeds. All residents should now shelter in place and stay off the roads until we are no longer experiencing hazardous conditions. Charlotte County law enforcement has suspended emergency response to calls for service due to hazardous weather conditions.... Continue Reading →
Charlotte County, FL - September 26, 2022 In advance of the impeding Hurricane Ian, the Charlotte County Jail will be closing on-site visitation beginning Tuesday from 2pm through Thursday with a re-evaluation on Friday, September 26. This does not effect at-home visitation during this timeframe. Any questions can be directed to the Charlotte County Jail... Continue Reading →
Charlotte County, FL - September 26, 2022 Under Florida law, it is illegal to charge unconscionable prices for goods or services following a declared state of emergency. ( Florida Statute 501.160 ) This statute covers any essential commodities and services, meaning any good or service that is required for use as a direct result of the emergency. Gouging complaints are investigated by first... Continue Reading →
Charlotte County, FL - September 21, 2022 Two hundred and thirty-four law enforcement officers graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia on September 13, 2022. The 283rd session of the National Academy consisted of men and women from 49 states and the District of Columbia. The class included members of law enforcement agencies... Continue Reading →
UPDATE 9/20/2022: Charges have been upgraded. Nicholas M. Fontanez now faces a Second Degree Murder charge. Punta Gorda, FL - September 19, 2022 The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office Major Crimes unit is currently investigating a domestic incident resulting in the death of a 20-year-old woman. The incident occurred at 47830 Bermont Road on Friday, September... Continue Reading →