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Man Arrested In DeSoto County Homicide

Tuesday, October 25

DESOTO COUNTY Sheriff's Department has arrested a suspect in the stabbing of Shawn Popp this past Saturday night.According to the report, a witness said that the suspect and victim were inside the home smoking weed and talking about politics before the altercation occurred.Witnesses report... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Offices Warns Beware Of Fraud

Monday, October 24

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office: While the community works to recover, fraudsters will use this opportunity scam anyone they can for quick money. To fight against fraud and scams, FEMA asks you report any suspicious activity to the disaster fraud hotline at (866) 720-5721.Someone wearing a... Read More.

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DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Announces Prescription Drug Take-Back Day!

Sunday, October 23

SAVE THE DATE!Have you wanted to clean out your medicine cabinet, but didn’t know what to do with all of those prescriptions?The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce that on October 29th, 2022 we will be encouraging everyone to participate in the... Read More.

Arcadia Woman Dies In Motorcycle Crash

Saturday, October 22

A young woman was pronounced dead on the scene by the Florida Patrol. It is reported that She turned her motorcycle into the front of a commercial truck in Arcadia.The girl has been identified an 18-year-old Arcadia resident, according to a news release from... Read More.

Beware of FEMA Impersonators

Friday, October 21

Charlotte County, FL – October 20, 2022Sadly, as our community rebuilds, some will see this as an opportunity to make a quick buck. To help combat fraud and scams, FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency asks that you report any suspicious activity to the disaster... Read More.

DeSoto County Hurricane Ian Recovery Information Update 10/18/2022

Tuesday, October 18

DeSoto County Hurricane Ian Recovery Information Update 10/18/2022 The State of Florida and FEMA have opened an additional Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in DeSoto County.Disaster Recovery Centers provide disaster survivors with information from Florida state agencies, FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration. Survivors can... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff Warns Of Post-Disaster Insurance Scams

Monday, October 17

DeSoto County Sheriff Warns Of Post-Disaster Insurance ScamsIf you get a phone call about an insurance claim or policy, do not give out any personal information or agree to any payment until you can independently verify that the call is legitimate.If the caller says... Read More.

Five Car Crash In DeSoto County Claims Two Lives

Friday, October 14

ARCADIA —A five-car accident on State Road 70 October 13th in DeSoto County has claimed the lives of two people.FHP issued a press release on the crash, stating that an attempted passing preceded the crash.Vehicle 1 and Vehicle 5 were traveling east on State... Read More.

Hurricane Ian Updates For DeSoto County 10/13/2022

Thursday, October 13

DeSoto County Florida 4-HWe have received a delivery of livestock and pet food to distribute to... Read More.

DeSoto County Hurricane Ian Recovery Updates 10/12/22

Wednesday, October 12

DeSoto County Hurricane Ian Recovery Updates 10/12/22Pre-registration for Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance D -SNAP is now OPEN for individuals and families impacted by Hurricane Ian and who reside or work in DeSoto County. AFTER pre-registration is complete, applicants can call the D-SNAP Call Center... Read More.