The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office was called to an armed robbery at a RaceTrac gas station in Nokomis. Now, they’re looking for assistance to identify the suspect. After midnight on … Find out how to read more online.

Yes, they’re letting it burn on purpose. The Venice Fire and Rescue personnel lit up a portable classroom this week for training purposes. The training was held Monday evening at … Find out how to read more online.

Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested a handyman in Osprey for working without a license. Artemio Aneuber, 51, was arrested June 2 for falsely presenting himself as an electrical contractor … Find out how to read more online.

Aggravated battery arrests dominated the Memorial Day weekend. In Venice, an argument turned into a fight on Bellavisa Trail over money allegedly owed for narcotics. Four arrests were made in … Find out how to read more online.

Sarasota County business owners take note. The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office has charged two south Florida men in connection with a business burglary and theft after they agreed to sell … Find out how to read more online.

The Venice Police Department reported the following arrests: • Jeffrey Mitchell, 39, 1400 block of 10th St., Sarasota. Charge: petty theft. Bond: $500. • Kylor Proper, 22, 2100 block of … Find out how to read more online.

Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office detectives are continuing their investigation into a marijuana grow operation that was discovered at a Venice home that erupted in flames. First responders arrived at 2740 … Find out how to read more online.

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office arrested a south Florida man after he traveled to Venice to meet a 16-year-old who was on vacation with family and friends. Deputies responded to … Find out how to read more online.

A Tires Plus employee who fell off a tire storage platform triggered a trauma alert, and he was evacuated by helicopter to a nearby hospital. According to a press release … Find out how to read more online.

A man has been arrested after allegedly molesting an 8-year-old girl more than 75 times, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff Office. Michael Sandora, 48, of the 1400 block of … Find out how to read more online.

There were multiple crashes on or near Jacaranda Boulevard this week — all on Monday. The Sarasota County Fire Department reported a vehicle crash with injuries near the median on … Find out how to read more online.

Sarasota County Sheriff Tom Knight announced the promotion of eight Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office members this week. “It is always rewarding when we can promote our members from within,” Knight … Find out how to read more online.

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office arrested six men, ranging in age from 52 to 80, for indecent exposure and solicitation crimes during an undercover investigation at Caspersen Beach. Special Investigation … Find out how to read more online.

A single vehicle crash on Capri Isle Boulevard sent a man to the hospital. According to a Venice Fire Department press release, the crash took place on Friday, Feb. 17, … Find out how to read more online.

Two men, both allegedly intoxicated, were arrested for threatening their girlfriends with weapons in separate incidents — one used a baseball with nails protruding; the other used a machete. According … Find out how to read more online.

A custodian made an inappropriate comment in anger to coworkers — a vague “threat” that did not seem serious, according to school officials. That might have been the end of … Find out how to read more online.

A Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been arrested after allegedly trying to kill a 79-year-old woman he met while on duty. According to Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office reports, Frankie … Find out how to read more online.

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents after a recent distraction burglary in Sarasota, about the common but preventable crime this time of year. Deputies were called to a … Find out how to read more online.

A woman was arrested on New Year’s Eve after Venice Police said she endangered her child in a vehicle. Kristen Sensley, 45, was in a vehicle with her husband and … Find out how to read more online.

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office arrested two men after a traffic stop led deputies to the discovery of a loaded gun, meth, marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Tactical Unit deputies were … Find out how to read more online.

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office accreditation team is inviting public comment on the department. A team of assessors from the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation, or CFA, will arrive … Find out how to read more online.

A battered man blamed injuries he received while camping at the Myakka State Park on two unknown white men, but deputies determined they were caused by his wife. According to … Find out how to read more online.

The Venice Police Department has identified a man found deceased at the South Jetty’s Humphris Park earlier this week. David Paul Marchione, 49, of Sarasota, was found Thursday, June 1, … Find out how to read more online.

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Venice man on felony drug charges after deputies found nearly 350 Xanax pills and more than 43 grams of marijuana hidden in his … Find out how to read more online.

Sheriff Tom Knight presented several awards during two ceremonies last week to recognize employees and citizens who demonstrated exemplary service to the community. Captain Debra Kaspar, Lieutenant Jonathan Varley, Pastor … Find out how to read more online.

Venice Police closed down the main entrance to Bird Bay of Venice off the Bypass due to a crash with injuries. The City of Venice issued a press release on … Find out how to read more online.

The Florida Highway Patrol released the identity of a victim who died in a four-car crash earlier this week. Robert Carl Wisniewski, 77, of Nokomis, was killed when the vehicle … Find out how to read more online.

A Nokomis man was arrested for felony battery after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend who wanted to go home after an evening out. According to a Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office police … Find out how to read more online.

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office arrested two Venice residents after a search warrant on their home — and digging up the septic tank — revealed large quantities of methamphetamine, marijuana … Find out how to read more online.

A bad batch of heroin is circulating through the City of Sarasota, killing several people in the last week alone, reports WWSB 7. The drug is believed to be laced … Find out how to read more online.

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 62-year-old Osprey woman on a slew of felony charges after she threatened a group of teens and young adults with a rifle. Deputies … Find out how to read more online.

A Nokomis man was arrested after he pulled a knife on a group of teens who called him a “meth head” and “crack whore.” According to a Venice Police Department … Find out how to read more online.

Deputies arrested two people after a traffic stop led to the discovery of heroin, cocaine and prescription pills in their car. Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office patrol deputies in the area … Find out how to read more online.

Venice police are investigating after a 60-year-old woman allegedly jumped to her death from a community balcony at Waterfront Towers on East Tampa Avenue. It happened shortly after 8 a.m., … Find out how to read more online.

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office charged former deputy Frankie Eugene Bybee Monday evening in connection with the ongoing investigation into allegations of Bybee’s harassment and exploitation of an 83-year-old Sarasota … Find out how to read more online.

Two Venetians driving in opposite directions on U.S. 41 crashed into each other while turning onto Toledo Blade Boulevard in North Port. According to a Florida Highway Patrol report: The … Find out how to read more online.

Venice Police this week responded to the scene of a traffic fatality involving a pedestrian. The incident occurred Thursday afternoon, Jan. 19, just inside the front entrance of Aston Gardens … Find out how to read more online.

A 22-year-old was arrested after he allegedly choked his father. According to a Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office report: On Jan. 3, a verbal argument between the victim and defendant began … Find out how to read more online.

A Venice man suffered serious injuries when he was hit by a truck while crossing U.S. 41 near Jacaranda Boulevard early New Year’s morning. According to a Florida Highway Patrol … Find out how to read more online.

A repeat violent offender is out on bail after being arrested for allegedly beating up a Venice man. The incident took place in October; a warrant was issued for the … Find out how to read more online.