Arcadia, FL - Residents of Arcadia and surrounding areas are encouraged to mark their calendars as the local fire department announces its much-awaited Open House event scheduled for Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Station 1 located at 25... Read More.
On 2/23/24, Officer J. Ceron was conducting speed enforcement on the south end of the city limits when he observed a black Dodge Challenger speeding. A traffic stop was conducted and the Officer made contact with the occupants Kyle Roundtree (27, from Orlando) and... Read More.
Arrest Made in Child Pornography CaseOn February 23, 2024, the Hardee County Sheriff's Office arrested Michael Edward Lynn (34) following a cyber tip that alleged he was distributing child pornography through the KiK Messenger application. Detective Alice Fletcher, leading the investigation, uncovered compelling evidence... Read More.
From The Desk Of Sheriff Potter -Sheriff Potter reflects on the significance of February, recognizing it as Black History Month—a time to honor the enduring contributions of black Americans who have shaped our society. In this spirit, the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office takes pride... Read More.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation CommissionAt its February meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved rule changes to establish a special-use alligator harvest opportunity, which will take effect for the 2024 alligator harvest season.The new opportunity will complement the existing statewide... Read More.
Joshua Nareau, 23, who was charged in connection with the death of his grandfather, James "Jim" Khoury, 71, in South Gulf Cove, has been released on a $150,000 bond from Charlotte County Jail. Nareau's release came after a motion hearing on Wednesday, as stated... Read More.
DeSoto County Sheriff’s OfficeOn January 31, 2024, our deputies responded to a burglary in progress involving an enclosed trailer at a cell tower location. The caller reported a truck fled recklessly into Charlotte County after stealing equipment worth thousands. Despite losing sight of the... Read More.
Arcadia, FL - February 20, 2024:DeSoto Memorial Hospital (DMH) is set to host a Lunch and Learn session featuring esteemed cardiologist Dr. Bassam Altajar, M.D., on February 28th, 2024. The event, scheduled from 12:00pm to 1:00pm, will take place in the DMH McSwain Room,... Read More.
DeSoto County Sheriff’s Department. Big thank you to the Arcadia Housing Authority for inviting us to their Annual Community Day! Our team had a great time sharing resources with the residents. We are beyond grateful to work alongside such supportive community organizations in DeSoto... Read More.