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Donation To Desoto County Sheriff’s Office Sure To Warm Hearts
Community Spotlight
DeSoto County Sherriff's office has a heartfelt shout out to the incredible Cindy Bishop, a resident of Read More.
Todd William Backer, 65, of Arcadia, Charged On Two Counts Of Human Trafficking
For Immediate Release
January 11, 2024ARCADIA, Fla. – The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) yesterday arrested Todd William Backer, 65, of Arcadia, on two counts of human trafficking, two counts of lewd or lascivious molestation of a minor under 12 years old, one count... Read More.
Hit And Run Driver Now In Custody
On December 31, 2023, Illodia Phadael, a 91-year-old in Palm Beach County, lost her life after being struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver. Read More.
DeSantis Mobilizes Florida State Guard in Preparation for Tuesday’s Severe Weather
DeSantis Mobilizes Florida State Guard in Preparation for Tuesday’s Severe Weather
January 9, 2024Governor Ron DeSantis has taken proactive measures in response to an impending severe weather threat in Florida. The Florida State Guard has been activated, and the emergency management division is actively preparing... Read More.
Wanted For Premeditated Murder- Emilio Gustavo Angel Olalde
DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office???? INVESTGATION UPDATE ????The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed an active arrest warrant for Emilio Gustavo Angel Olalde on charges of premeditated murder. This is in connection with the tragic domestic shooting that occurred on Sunday, January 7, 2024. The... Read More.
Stolen Trailer Recovered
On November 14, 2023, the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office responded to a stolen travel trailer case at Riverside RV Resort. Thanks to dedicated detective work, our team made significant progress in the investigation.After uncovering leads, our detectives traced the stolen trailer back to Charlotte... Read More.
URGENT ALERT: The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office needs YOUR help!
URGENT ALERT: The DeSoto County Sheriff's Office needs YOUR help! We're spreading the word about an Active Felony Warrant out of Charlotte County for Fidel Fletcher, related to charges including 2nd-Degree Murder and Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon.According to reports from Read More.
Convicted Felon Apprehended During Traffic Stop
Arcadia Police Department FLOn 12/31/23, Lt. Carrillo conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a seat belt violation. After further investigation, Jakeem Gant (33) is a convicted felon and was in possession of a firearm. Gant was arrested and charged with Possession of... Read More.
Have You Lost Something In DeSoto County?
January 3, 2024
Have you lost something in DeSoto County? It could have been turned in, or maybe we found it!According to Florida State Statute 705.103, we're holding onto lost property in hopes of reuniting it with its rightful owner. To ensure the return of... Read More.
