Stories tagged with: safety
DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Monitors School Bus Safety
The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) has an initiative that encompasses School Bus Safety.
When a Deputy observes a school bus is transporting students to and from school, if calls permit, they will follow that school bus for a period of time. Their... Read More.
The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Reminds You Of Boat Safety Rules and Regulations
The DeSoto County Sheriff's Office encourages all ages to know and understand current boating regulations. Regulations are updated and subject to change every year. To see this updated information, please visit:
Florida Highway Safety Patrol Warns Not To Drink And Drive
The Florida Highway Safety Patrol wants to remind you to not drink and drive this Holiday Season.Always designate a driver when going out to celebrate. Responsible planning means identifying the person who will do the... Read More.
National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 18th-24th 2020
DeSoto County - National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 18th-24th, 2020.Sheriff James F. Potter and the staff at the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office would like to help raise awareness as traffic crashes are the leading cause of death among teens.The DeSoto County Sheriff's... Read More.
FDC Secretary Mark S. Inch Applauds Governor DeSantis’ Support of FDC’s Public Safety Mission, Following the State of the State Address
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis delivered the State of the State address, setting the framework for transformational changes to improve the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC).
Holiday Safety Tips from PGPD
Posted: December 6, 2019The holidays are a time for joy and giving, but unfortunately can create ideal circumstances for criminals. Shoppers rushing around stressing to find the perfect gifts, purchased left in vehicles, and people traveling or away from home for holiday events can fill... Read More.
Charlotte Detectives seek info and Reminds about Safety E-Commerce Transactions
The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking information on the location of Jonathan J. Baker (DOB 10/14/82). Baker is a suspect in a theft of jewelry that occurred on August 25th during a meet-up stemming from a transaction on the popular re-sale app... Read More.
VENICE MAY SLASH PUBLIC SAFETY JOBS
THE CITY OF VENICE MAY LOOK TO SLASH PUBLIC SAFETY JOBS TO FILL A $3.2 MILLION DOLLAR HOLE IN THEIR BUDGET. WWSB TV IS REPORTING THAT UP TO TWENTY PERCENT OF THE CITY’S FIRE DEPARTMENT COULD BE ON THE CHOPPING BLOCK, WHILE A HANDFUL... Read More.
RESULTS FROM BOATER SAFETY AND I-75 OPS
THE RESULTS ARE IN FROM TWO CHARLOTTE COUNTY OPERATIONS FROM OVER THE WEEKEND. ON SATURDAY, THE CHARLOTTE COUNTY MARINE PATROL, WITH AN ASSIST FROM THE FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE COMMISSION, STOPPED 86 VESSELS IN THE ENGLEWOOD/BOCA GRANDE WATERS TO CONDUCT SAFETY INSPECTIONS. THERE WERE... Read More.