TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (July 26, 2023) – The Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA), one of the largest and most successful law enforcement associations in the nation, is pleased to announce its leadership for the 2023-2024 year. The newly-elected FSA President, Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper, will work with the staff and board of directors to guide the... Continue Reading →
Corrections Deputy Arrested on Felony Domestic Battery Charge
Charlotte County, FL - July 21, 2023 On July 19, the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office received an allegation of domestic violence involving one of our detention staff members. An investigation was conducted by the Domestic Violence Unit, which resulted in the arrest of 22-year-old Dylan Landmark. Landmark was arrested on July 20, and charged with... Continue Reading →
Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Pledges to Advance Women in Law Enforcement
Charlotte County, FL - National 30x30 Pledge Aims to Bring More Women into Law Enforcement to Improve Public Safety, Community Outcomes, and Trust in Law Enforcement The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office has signed on to the 30x30 Pledge – a series of no-cost actions law enforcement agencies can take to improve the representation and experiences... Continue Reading →
Corinne Ave. Shooting Update
Port Charlotte, FL - July 19, 2023 One man is in custody following a lengthy investigation by the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, in cooperation with the State Attorney's Office, in which another male was shot and killed on July 5, 2023. At approximately 1:15pm on Wednesday, July 5, Charlotte County deputies responded to a disturbance... Continue Reading →
Unidentified body found floating near 41 bridge
UPDATE: The decedent has been identified as 73-year-old Roger Harold Nehring 7-11-50. Next of kin has been notified. The cause of death will be determined pending autopsy results. -Charlotte County, FL - July 18, 2023 A body was discovered floating in the Charlotte Harbor at the base of the bridge on the Port Charlotte side.... Continue Reading →
Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office oversees Operation Dry Water to halt boating under the influence
June 29, 2023 - Charlotte County, FL As the July 4th holiday approaches, millions of boaters from across the country will convene on our nation’s waterways. With the increased public presence on the water, there is also an increase in the number of boating incidents and fatalities that take place during this time. From July... Continue Reading →
TikTok Trend Warning
June 29, 2023 - Charlotte County, FL A trend from the social media platform TikTok has found its way to Charlotte County. In this trend, individuals forcefully knock or kick the door of a home. This typically occurs late at night or in the early morning hours and can result in damage to the door.... Continue Reading →
Trio Nabbed in Organized Retail Theft Attempt
June 28, 2023 - Port Charlotte, FL On Saturday, June 24, deputies responded to Kohl's in Port Charlotte and intercepted three suspects who were attempting to steal nearly $6,000 worth of merchandise as part of a statewide trend of organized retail theft. Just after 1:00pm on Saturday, June 24, Charlotte County deputies received a call... Continue Reading →
Operation Crackdown Leads to Eight Punta Gorda Narcotics Arrests
June 20, 2023 - Punta Gorda, FL Earlier today, the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with Punta Gorda Police Department, conducted an operation titled "Crackdown" in the city of Punta Gorda regarding illegal narcotics activity. As part of this operation, eight arrests were made and a search warrant was served at 509 Fitzhugh Ave.... Continue Reading →
Juvenile Unit Conducts Compliance Checks for Alcohol and Tobacco Sales
Charlotte County, FL - June 19, 2023 Members of the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Juvenile Unit teamed up for an enforcement sweep targeting the sale of alcohol and tobacco to minors. The operation included compliance checks on 9 commercial establishments licensed to sell alcohol products throughout Charlotte County. Of the 9 establishments, two were found... Continue Reading →