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DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Warns Of NEW Scam

Saturday, April 22

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office SCAM ALERT The Sheriff’s Office has been made aware of a telephone scam, in which the caller is claiming to be “Captain Pitts.” The caller tells the victims they have missed a subpoena. Remember - you won't be contacted in this way. Should... Read More.

REPEAT BOAT MOTOR THIEF BACK BEHIND BARS

Friday, April 21

REPEAT BOAT MOTOR THIEF BACK BEHIND BARS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kfqzr44YlM On April 21, 2023, Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrested Romerio La Tee Walker II, who faces outstanding charges from HCSO including burglary of unoccupied structure and possession of burglary tools. As seen in the captured helicopter surveillance... Read More.

BURN BAN IN EFFECT FOR DESOTO COUNTY

Wednesday, April 19

DeSoto County, Fla. (April 17, 2023) – A Burn Ban is in effect for DeSoto County, FL, which prohibits open burning unless authorized by the Florida Forest Service. The DeSoto County “Emergency Drought Conditions Fire Hazard” Ordinance No. 2017-07 is implemented to limit fire hazards... Read More.

DeSoto County Department Of Emergency Management Announce Planning Session

Monday, April 17

The DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners along with the DeSoto County Department of Emergency Management has scheduled a planning session for the Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group. This planning session is open to the public and any interested parties are encouraged to attend. April... Read More.

Building a Strong Family Foundation Event April 22nd

Sunday, April 16

he countdown is on! ONE MORE WEEK until our fun-filled family day with each and every one of you! You are invited to our first Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office K9 Kita Sniffs Out Another Criminal

Friday, April 14

Thursday, DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement deputies spotted and stopped a vehicle driving down Highway 17 at 104 mph! Sergeant Proudfit caught up with the driver, Tyree Campbell and conducted a traffic stop. Detective Friend and K9 Kita arrived at the scene to conduct... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office WANTED FUGITIVE! BE ON THE LOOKOUT!

Wednesday, April 12

WANTED FUGITIVE! BE ON THE LOOKOUT! DeSoto County, we need YOUR help to track down Steven Hayward Warren, after our law enforcement deputies found him driving a Gold Dodge Truck with a trailer tag that was reported stolen out of Jacksonville. Early Monday morning our law... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Returns Stolen Vehicle

Tuesday, April 11

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office STOLEN VEHICLE SUSPECTS ARRESTED, DEPUTY RETURNS RECOVERED VEHICLE On Thursday, April 6, Corporal Baker spotted a vehicle that had been reported stolen out of North Port. While attempting to catch up, the driver, Christopher Zebley took off leading our deputy on a short... Read More.

Wanted Juvenille Turns Himself In To DCSO

Monday, April 10

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office *****UPDATE***** On Sunday, April 9, Jose Dehijar turned himself in to the DeSoto County Jail, and will be transported to the Department of Juvenile Justice. He faces charges including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, possession of ammunition by a convicted felon,... Read More.

First Lady Casey DeSantis Discusses Best Pet Practices with Florida Animal Advocates

Saturday, April 8

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — First Lady Casey DeSantis was joined by Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) Secretary Melanie Griffin and Florida animal advocates to discuss ways to improve protections for Florida’s pet population and lower euthanasia rates among animals admitted to a shelter. To watch the press conference click Read More.

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DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Warns Of NEW Scam

REPEAT BOAT MOTOR THIEF BACK BEHIND BARS

BURN BAN IN EFFECT FOR DESOTO COUNTY

DeSoto County Department Of Emergency Management Announce Planning Session

Building a Strong Family Foundation Event April 22nd

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office K9 Kita Sniffs Out Another Criminal

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office WANTED FUGITIVE! BE ON THE LOOKOUT!

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Returns Stolen Vehicle

Wanted Juvenille Turns Himself In To DCSO

First Lady Casey DeSantis Discusses Best Pet Practices with Florida Animal Advocates

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