Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement (CALEA) Recognizes the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office for Law Enforcement and Communications

The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office has been awarded CALEA Law Enforcement Accreditation. This accomplishment, presented by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement, marks the 5th consecutive recognition for the agency. The award was presented at CALEA's Spring Conference on March 24th, 2018, to Sheriff Bill Prummell and members of the Professional Compliance team. The... Continue Reading →

April 10, 2018 0

Narcotics Unit Serves Search Warrant; Arrests Suspect on Multiple Drug Charges

On April 5, the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Unit served a search warrant on Eppinger Drive in Port Charlotte, concluding a lengthy investigation with an arrest of suspect Michelle Lynn Barham (3/28/74) on multiple drug charges. The investigation was a partnership between the Sheriff's Office and the North Port Police Department. During a search... Continue Reading →

April 6, 2018 0

Bicycle Theft Prevention

The weather is perfect to be outdoors! As you pull your bicycle out of the garage now that winter is past, it is a great time to review some good practices for theft prevention so you can enjoy your rides. Most thieves are opportunists, so the easiest way to defeat them is making your bike... Continue Reading →

April 4, 2018 0

Suspect Steals Boat, Runs Aground on Sandbar; Rescued and Arrested by Deputies

At approximately 7:00am on March 29, a resident from the 2000 block of Pine Street in Englewood called the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office to report that his 23' Big Bay Parker vessel was missing from his dock. Approximately 30 minutes later, other boaters in the area advised the victim that there was a boat stuck... Continue Reading →

March 30, 2018 0

Drug Arrest During Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest of Suspected Dealer at Separate Location

A drug investigation during a traffic stop on March 25th in Punta Gorda led to the arrest of a suspect at another location for trafficking amphetamine and possession of methamphetamine with intent to sell. At approximately 7:00pm on Sunday evening, a CCSO Deputy stopped Joshua Matzen (8/29/75) for a seatbelt violation, as well as the... Continue Reading →

March 26, 2018 0

Deputies Recognized by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority for Community Involvement

On March 17, Sergeant Gail Gamble and Lieutenant Tabbatha Carter were recognized at the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated Finer Womanhood Brunch. Each year, the Ladies of the Eta Alpha Zeta chapter of Zeta Phi Beta honors minority women who are doing positive works in their community. In the past they have honored women in... Continue Reading →

March 20, 2018 0

Take Me Home Program Aids in Returning Lost Persons to Loved Ones

Take Me Home is a program designed to assist those who are unable to speak for themselves - providing information to law enforcement for people with special needs such as (but not limited to) Alzheimer's, Dementia, Autism or Down Syndrome. The ability to add your loved one's information to this database has recently become easier... Continue Reading →

March 19, 2018 0

CCSO Juvenile Unit Conducts Checks for Underage Alcohol and Tobacco Sales

Members of the Juvenile Unit teamed up on Friday, March 16, for an enforcement sweep targeting the sale of alcohol and tobacco to minors. The operation included compliance checks on thirteen commercial establishments licensed to sell alcohol and tobacco products. Eleven of the thirteen establishments checked were in compliance. Commercial establishments checked that DID NOT... Continue Reading →

March 19, 2018 0

Sex Offender Arrested on Charges of Sexual Battery

Jeffrey Meyer (6/24/86), of Port Charlotte, was arrested on Friday during a Sexual Battery investigation by Detectives with the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office Major Crimes Unit. Meyer is a registered Sex Offender, stemming from a 2003 conviction in Illinois. Deputies responded to an address in Port Charlotte in the early morning hours of March 16th,... Continue Reading →

March 17, 2018 0

Staying Safe Online – How Secure is Your Password?

When is the last time you reviewed the passwords to your bank account, e-mail or credit card accounts? Today is a good day to do it. Why? It’s National Password Day! The FTC and Better Business Bureau (BBB) have shared the following tips to make your passwords more secure. Make your password long, strong and... Continue Reading →

March 15, 2018 0

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