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Suspects Caught Committing Thefts While Driving Stolen Vehicle

Saturday, January 11

January 10, 2025 Charlotte County Sheriffs Office Two suspects of crimes from multiple counties were arrested in Charlotte County while stealing marine equipment in a stolen vehicle. On January 8th, 2025, detectives with the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office were notified by Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office of a... Read More.

DeSoto County Conducts Aerial Mosquito Treatment Following Hurricane Milton

Thursday, October 24

DeSoto County Conducts Aerial Mosquito Treatment Following Hurricane Milton In response to the surge in mosquito populations after Hurricane Milton, DeSoto County officials have launched aerial mosquito treatments to mitigate the issue. Starting Thursday, airplanes were deployed to target adult mosquitoes, which have become a... Read More.

Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton: A Guide to FEMA Assistance for Floridians

Friday, October 18

Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton: A Guide to FEMA Assistance for Floridians Are you in Florida and affected by Hurricanes Debby, Helene and/or Milton? We are committed to helping survivors navigate the disaster assistance process and get the support they need. Below is detailed information on how... Read More.

DeSoto County Hurricane Milton Recovery Updates October 14, 2024

Monday, October 14

DeSoto County FL Emergency Management Womack Sanitation will be open tomorrow- Monday, October 14th, We will be collecting bagged or canned household garbage. Storm related debris or any other type of debris will not be collected! Beware of Contractor Scams in DeSoto County Post-Hurricane Milton As DeSoto... Read More.

DeSoto County Celebrates Employee Appreciation Day

Friday, March 1

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office On this #EmployeeAppreciationDay, we extend heartfelt gratitude to our... Read More.

Man Accused of Grandfather’s Murder Released on Bond

Thursday, February 22

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 Office Joins Arcadia Housing Authority For Community Day

Saturday, February 17

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.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Needs Your Help Locating This Individual

Thursday, November 9

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office We need YOUR help in locating a wanted individual for Read More.

The Florida Department of Transportation To Hold Alternatives Public Workshop

Wednesday, November 8

STATE ROAD 31 Alternatives Public Workshop for SR 31 Extension PD&E Study In-Person: Anytime between 5 – 7 p.m. on November 8, 2023 Live Online: From 6 – 7 p.m. on November 9, 2023 Alternatives Public Workshop for SR 31 Extension PD&E Study In-Person: Anytime between 5 – 7 p.m. on... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit Investigation Leads To Arrest

Tuesday, November 7

Throughout October 2023, the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit focused efforts on 4577 NW Highland Street in Arcadia and Curtis Marks. Conducting several purchases of illegal narcotics at the residence. On November 2, 2023, our dedicated detectives secured a search warrant for the residence,... Read More.

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Suspects Caught Committing Thefts While Driving Stolen Vehicle

DeSoto County Conducts Aerial Mosquito Treatment Following Hurricane Milton

Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton: A Guide to FEMA Assistance for Floridians

DeSoto County Hurricane Milton Recovery Updates October 14, 2024

DeSoto County Celebrates Employee Appreciation Day

Man Accused of Grandfather’s Murder Released on Bond

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Joins Arcadia Housing Authority For Community Day

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Needs Your Help Locating This Individual

The Florida Department of Transportation To Hold Alternatives Public Workshop

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit Investigation Leads To Arrest

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