While on patrol, deputies observed a motorcycle operating in the area of Gardner Drive and southbound Tamiami Trail. It was discovered that the plate affixed to the orange Suzuki Motorcycle was not registered to a motor vehicle. The deputy initiated a traffic stop and made contact with driver Derek Boggs (03-04-1989), who was carrying a... Continue Reading →
On the morning of October 26th, 2020 jail staff discovered James Palmucci deceased within his cell. James Palmucci originally entered the Charlotte County Jail on 83 charges against children. James was cleared for a general population pod with similar classified inmates and housed alone in a cell. Per policy, corrections deputies walk the pod once... Continue Reading →
In light of the recent school threats, I want to assure everyone in Charlotte County that the CCSO takes any threat to our schools extremely serious. We will do whatever is necessary to ensure the safety of our children, teachers, and school staff. My staff will always respond quickly and appropriately to get the facts... Continue Reading →
On November 07, 2019, at approximately 6:45 am, an attempted kidnapping occurred on York Avenue near the intersection of Felda Street and Ollies Pond Park in Port Charlotte. The female victim was taking a morning run when an unknown man slapped her on the buttocks. When the victim turned around, she saw a male wearing... Continue Reading →
We have received many complaints referencing voter intimidation via email. These emails state your name, address, and voter information and are allegedly from the Proud Boys. In the email, the perpetrators ominously claimed to have “gained access into the entire voting infrastructure". The email demanded Democrats to change their party affiliation to Republican “to let... Continue Reading →
Recently, the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office was notified of phone schemes with callers claiming to be members of the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office. These schemes are intended to convince the victim that they have outstanding debts or an active warrant and failure to rectify these debts will result in their arrest. The caller may then... Continue Reading →
Deputies arrived at an Englewood home on Steubenville Avenue, after a complaint was received regarding inappropriate text messages received by the caller's twelve-year-old son. On September 19, 2020 deputies made contact with a caller in reference to his son had received several inappropriate text messages from someone who they believed was known to them. Deputies... Continue Reading →
Can you believe it is October already? This year has brought us many trials and tribulations. We have been fraught with disease and civil unrest. Our country divided. Unfortunately, I cannot control what is happening around our country, but I can do my part here in Charlotte County to keep the peace and safety we... Continue Reading →
The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office will be postponing fingerprinting services at all district locations effective immediately until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience this may generate. We look forward to being able to provide this service once again, as soon as we are able. For questions, please contact your closest district office. Englewood District... Continue Reading →
Between November 10, 2018 and November 24, 2018, the Fort Myers Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force conducted an undercover investigation into the Internet sharing of child pornography. During this investigation, it was determined that this activity was coming from a home located at 22041 Beverly Avenue in Port Charlotte, Florida. Marquise Antwone Thomas 8/21/87... Continue Reading →