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High Visibility Enforcement in the City of Sarasota to Improve Pedestrian & Bicyclist Safety
The Sarasota Police Department is again implementing a High Visibility Enforcement program to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety. The City of Sarasota ranks in the top 25 cities in the state of Florida for traffic crashes resulting in serious and fatal injuries to pedestrians and bicyclists.
08/16/2021 12:37 PM
Sarasota Police SWAT Team Executes Search Warrant, Arrests Teen for Firearm Possession
Sarasota Police SWAT Team Executes Search Warrant, Arrests Teen for Firearm Possession
02/21/2025 10:04 AM
Update on Traffic Fatality SR 683 / 7th Street
The Sarasota Police Department continues to investigate the fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred on February 10, 2025, at North Washington Blvd. (U.S. 301) and 7th Street.
02/19/2025 1:33 PM
NEWS RELEASE: Traffic Fatalities
On February 10, 2025, at approximately 8:30 pm, the Sarasota Police Department responded to reports of a traffic crash involving a vehicle and pedestrians resulting in serious injuries in the area of SR 683 (North Washington/301) and 7th Street.
02/11/2025 5:27 PM
Traffic Fatality
On Saturday, February 8, 2025, at approximately 1:30am, the Sarasota Police Department responded to the intersection of Fruitville Road and Golden Sands Drive.
02/10/2025 1:52 PM
NEWS RELEASE: Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk
The Sarasota Police Department is participating in the “Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk” campaign, which runs through February 9, 2025, and aims to remind football fans to drive sober and avoid a major fumble.
02/06/2025 3:58 PM
Homicide Investigation
Detectives of the Sarasota Police Department are currently investigating a homicide that occurred on February 4, 2025.
02/05/2025 9:45 AM
Sarasota Police Department Unveils State-of-the-Art Mobile Command Center
The Mobile Command Center arrived at SPD Headquarters at 10:30 a.m., escorted by the Sarasota Police Motor Unit, marking its first day at its permanent home. City commissioners attended the event and were the first to step off the new command center as it arrived, walking the red carpet to highlight
01/31/2025 2:12 PM
CASE UPDATE: Arrest made in 1/18/25 shooting in Sarasota
Everett White, 44, of Sarasota, was arrested Monday morning with assistance from the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force in connection with a shooting earlier this month in North Sarasota.
01/28/2025 3:23 PM
Sexual Predator Notification for the City of Sarasota
The Sarasota Police Department is informing the public that Darrell Rogers, 38, a sexual predator, has relocated within the City of Sarasota.
01/21/2025 2:27 PM
Woman Found Guilty of Manslaughter in 2022 Homicide Case
Sha’Miya Williams was found guilty of one count of Manslaughter and eight counts of Attempted Manslaughter.
01/14/2025 9:30 AM
City of Sarasota to implement School Speed Zone Safety Program in 2025
The City of Sarasota, in partnership with the Sarasota Police Department, is enhancing student safety by implementing a new School Speed Zone Safety Program in six school zones, beginning Monday, January 6, 2025.
12/19/2024 4:17 PM
CASE UPDATE: Sarasota Police arrest two teenagers in connection with thefts
Sarasota Police arrested two teenagers in connection with the string of bicycle thefts recently reported in the City of Sarasota.
12/17/2024 7:41 PM
Sarasota Police Department Warns of E-Bike and Dirt Bike Thefts During Buyer Test Drives
The Sarasota Police Department is warning the public about a rising trend in thefts of e-bikes and dirt bikes sold through local online marketplaces such as Facebook and Craigslist.
12/16/2024 3:19 PM
Sarasota Police investigate shooting Monday evening
If anyone has information regarding this incident, please call Sarasota Police at 941-316-1199.
12/09/2024 7:37 PM
Shop with a Cop returns to Target on Saturday, December 14, 2024
‘Shop with a Cop’ pairs 150 local underprivileged children with local law enforcement to shop for holiday gifts at a local Target store prior to opening for the day.
12/06/2024 1:20 PM
Sarasota Police respond to fire at hotel
The State Fire Marshal's Office is now leading the investigation. All further inquiries should be directed to their office.
12/04/2024 2:02 PM
Sarasota Police Arrest and Charge Three Juveniles, One Adult with Aggravated Battery of a 67-Year-Old-Man
Sarasota Police arrest and charge three juveniles and one adult with the aggravated battery of a 67-year-old Sarasota man.
11/08/2024 9:05 AM
Chief Troche Releases Update and Video Footage Following Monday Night’s Crash Involving Officer and 8-Year-Old Child
In alignment with our commitment to transparency, the Sarasota Police Department is releasing video footage from both the officer's body-worn camera and an in-car camera from a different officer present at the scene. Please note, viewer discretion is advised as the footage may be difficult to watch.
10/30/2024 4:26 PM
Sarasota Police Department Investigates Officer-Involved Crash Involving a Child
The Sarasota Police Department's Traffic Unit is investigating a serious crash involving one of our officers and an 8-year-old boy riding a dirt bike.
10/29/2024 11:49 AM