May 29, 2024 - Charlotte County, FL The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and Charlotte County Fire & EMS partnered throughout Memorial Day weekend to protect the residents and guests of Charlotte County. Each year, thousands of people flock to the beautiful waters of Boca Grande and surrounding areas to... Continue Reading →

May 28, 2024 - Punta Gorda, FL Two people have been arrested after allegations of sexual misconduct with children and neglect. On April 14, 2024, the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office responded to a call from a woman who advised that her granddaughter's friend may be a victim of sexual abuse. Deputies responded and began an... Continue Reading →

At approximately 9:30am on Saturday, May 25, the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office responded to a residence on Pulaski Street in Port Charlotte in reference to a young child that had sustained a gunshot wound. Detectives with the Major Crimes Unit are still investigating the incident, but it appears at this time that the shooting was... Continue Reading →

May 24, 2024 - Tallahassee, FL Sheriff deputies and personnel representing 36 Florida sheriffs’ offices graduated from the Florida Sheriffs Association’s (FSA) prestigious Commanders Academy. The Commanders Academy is an exceptionally informative and educational experience that is vital for the next generation of public safety leaders. The Commanders Academy has become recognized as the premier... Continue Reading →

A guest blog written by:Sgt. Craig Brandon May 23, 2024 - Charlotte County, FL "I would like to recognize Deputies Toby Collins, Nancy Henshaw, Keri Welch, Joseph Carver, Travis Steyskal and Nathan Shultz, Clinicians Maria Foster, Krislyn Hyatt and Stuart Stoltzfus, Medic Martin Ripalda, and Case Managers Debbie Howard and Johanna Rutschow. The Mental Health... Continue Reading →