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DeSoto County UPDATE ON SHOOTING INVESTIGATION

Thursday, February 2

The DeSoto County Sheriff's Office has officially arrested attempted murder suspects 19-year-old Carlos Manuel Lopez and 13-year-old Jeavani Luna.The two individuals turned themselves in to DeSoto County Sheriff's Office this morning around 10:27 a.m., and are now safely detained in DeSoto County Jail. The... Read More.

Suspects On The Run For Attempted Murder Considered Armed And Dangerous

Wednesday, February 1

UPDATE ON SHOOTING INVESTIGATION The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigative Division (CID) has been working tirelessly on this shooting investigation since it occurred on 1/29/2023. The victim, who was shot through the back/spine, remains hospitalized at this time.Detectives collected and processed evidence, security camera... Read More.

Punta Gorda Woman Appointed To National Watermelon Promotion Board

Tuesday, January 31

PUNTA GORDA — Rachel Syngo, of Punta Gorda has been appointed to The U.S. Department of Agriculture National Watermelon Promotion Board.The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the appointment of 10 members to serve on the National Watermelon Promotion Board. The appointees from Districts 4... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Shooting

Monday, January 30

On Sunday, January 29, 2023, DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office responded to SE Hillsborough Avenue in reference to a shooting.Upon arrival, deputies made contact with an individual laying on the ground who was shot in the back. After examining the scene, the investigation continued with... Read More.

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Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Hometown Heroes Program Reaches Milestone $50 Million Awarded for Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance

Sunday, January 29

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Hometown Heroes housing assistance program has awarded more than $50 million in down payment and closing cost assistance to Florida’s hometown heroes. The program assists individuals such as law enforcement officers, educators, healthcare professionals, and... Read More.

Authorities Need Public’s Help In Locating Murder Suspect

Saturday, January 28

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office STOP and take a good look at this wanted murder suspect on the run! Right now the search is on for Matthew Scott Flores, who has an active warrant for Murder in Hardee County within the city of Wauchula. Flores was... Read More.

DeSoto County Government Looks To Extend Local State Of Emergency

Friday, January 27

DeSoto CountyLocal State of Emergency BOCC MeetingThe Board of County Commissioners will hold a Local State of Emergency meeting Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at 8:55 AM to extend the local state of emergency as recovery efforts continue for Hurricane Ian. The meeting will be... Read More.

K9 Lucy Helps DeSoto County Detective With Drug Bust

Thursday, January 26

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office This week Detective Albritton busted this sneaky suspect and convicted felon, Bryan Jeffery Lucas, on a traffic stop! It was a team effort as K9 Lucy conducted a free air sniff and found both methamphetamine and marijuana during the search.Bryan Lucas... Read More.

Tax Refund Possible Due To Hurricane Damages

Wednesday, January 25

WAS YOUR RESIDENCE UNINHABITABLE FROM HURRICANE IAN OR HURRICANE NICOLE? You can apply for a tax refund for 2022, if your residence was deemed uninhabitable for at least 30 days or more. DEADLINE: APRIL 3, 2023 Individuals applying should bring the following documents for proof of uninhabitability: Utility Bill Building... Read More.

Citrus Industry Leaders Call for Disaster Relief

Tuesday, January 24

Florida citrus leaders testified before the Florida Senate Agriculture Committee on Jan. 17 to provide lawmakers with a sense of the disastrous impact last year’s hurricanes had on the crop and growers’ financial positions. \Among those that testified were Christa Court, director of... Read More.