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Charlotte County Orders Evacuations For Certain Areas

Tuesday, September 24

Helena Update 11:00 AMCharlotte County Florida has ordered Evacuations for Barrier islands, Low-lying and flood prone areas, Manufactured homes, and homes that don’t meet 1995 building codes.For information on the flood risk to a specific property, to find an Elevation Certificate, or Letter... Read More.

State Of Emergency Issued For 41 Counties Ahead Of Hurricane Helene

Monday, September 23

BREAKING NEWSA STATE OF EMERGENCY has been issued for 41 counties in Florida ahead of soon to be Hurricane Helene. The following counties are under that order and should be prepared for a high end hurricane to affect their area potentially: Alachua, Bay, Bradford,... Read More.

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Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty

Monday, September 23

Arcadia Police DepartmentOn 9/17/24, while at a residence on N. Luther Ave Officers observed several animals outside with no clean water, food, or proper shelter. Our criminal investigations division was notified, and the incident was investigated further. On 9/20/24, Veronica Dufrense (71), was arrested... Read More.

Teen Killed in Alleged Botched Robbery Attempt in Charlotte County

Sunday, September 22

Teen Killed in Alleged Botched Robbery Attempt in Charlotte County PUNTA GORDA — Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell confirmed that one teenager shot and killed another in an attempted robbery gone wrong late Saturday.Lianaal Jean, 18, of Port Charlotte, and Jalyssa Villa, 17, allegedly invited... Read More.

Man Arrested For Drug Trafficking

Friday, September 20

Arcadia Police Department, Arcadia Florida Press Release On 9/2/24, our nightshift squad conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic infraction. Upon making contact with the driver, Jettie Johnson (50), marijuana was found to be in plain view. After further investigation, Johnson was found... Read More.

Two Men Charged With Two Counts Of Lewd and Lascivious Battery

Thursday, September 19

Press Release Arcadia Police Department On 9/10/24, Lt. Carrillo received information from SRO Allred in regard to sexual acts between a student and an adult male. An investigation began, and several interviews were conducted. Two suspects were established, James Hoffer (38) & Eugene Hoffer III... Read More.

Juvenile Arrested At Traffic Stop Reveals Possession Of Hand Gun

Wednesday, September 18

Arcadia Police Department, Arcadia Florida On 9/13/24, our agency received an anonymous tip in regard to a juvenile being in possession of a firearm. Officers on duty at the time arrived in the area, and developed probable cause for a traffic stop where contact was... Read More.

DCSO’s Teen Driver Challenge Set For October 5th

Tuesday, September 17

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office Teen Driver ChallengeTeen Driver Challenge is set for Saturday, October 5th, starting at 8:00 am, right here at the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office. Is your teen eager to elevate their driving skills? This course welcomes teens aged 15 to 19... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office IMPORTANT INFORMATION RELEASE

Monday, September 16

At the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office, we take every school threat with the utmost seriousness. Earlier this morning, we received a tip about a potential threat involving "DeSoto High School." Our Criminal Investigative Division and Law Enforcement Deputies immediately began investigating the situation. We... Read More.

First of Four Charlotte Harbor Trump Boat Parades Set to Launch

Sunday, September 15

First of Four Charlotte Harbor Trump Boat Parades Set to LaunchThe first of four President Trump boat parades in Charlotte Harbor is scheduled for this weekend Saturday, September 28th, October 5th and October 19th as well as November 2nd. The event is being hosted... Read More.