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Road Closures for Veterans Day Parade – Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025
The City of Sarasota, in conjunction with the Sarasota Patriotic Observance Committee, will co-host the annual Veterans Day Parade at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, in downtown Sarasota.
11/03/2025 10:43 AM
Sarasota Police Department and Drug Enforcement Administration Team Up for 29th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
On Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Sarasota Police Department is joining the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for the 29th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
10/22/2025 10:55 AM
Case Update: Man Sentenced to 40 Years for 2019 Shooting Involving Sarasota County Paramedics
Tyran Young, 38, of Sarasota, has been sentenced to 40 years in prison followed by 20 years of probation for the 2019 shooting targeting Sarasota County Fire Department (SCFD) paramedics.
10/13/2025 1:28 PM
Sarasota Police Welcomes Five New Officers in Swearing-In Ceremony
On Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche held a swearing-in ceremony for five new Police Officers. The ceremony was held at the Sarasota Police Department.
10/10/2025 2:05 PM
Sarasota Police Department Highlights Roadway Safety Efforts Funded by FDOT Grant
The Sarasota Police Department dedicated nearly 450 hours to roadway safety enforcement as part of a traffic safety grant awarded by the Florida Department of Transportation in 2024 – 2025.
10/03/2025 8:31 AM
A Sarasota man is facing three felony charges after a traffic stop led officers to discover multiple drugs inside his vehicle.
A Sarasota man is facing three felony charges after a traffic stop led officers to discover multiple drugs inside his vehicle.
09/29/2025 9:02 AM