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School Crossing Guards Honored During Crossing Guard Appreciation Day; Maybelle Rollins Bradford And Courage Award Are Among Awards To Be Presented
Release #:  12-021  Updated:  February 2, 2012

Deputies Investigate Stabbing Incident In Madeira Beach
Release #:  12-020  Updated:  February 1, 2012

Deputies Arrest Suspect For Attempted Murder After He Stabs Estranged Wife
Release #:  12-019  Updated:  January 31, 2012

Deputies Arrest Indiana Man For Carrying Concealed Weapon Through Security At St. Pete Clearwater Airport
Release #:  12-015  Updated:  January 26, 2012

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Sheriff Bob Gualtieri In Partnership With Noise Free Florida, Announce New Program, “Lower The Boom” Targeting Loud Car Stereos

Release #:  12-009  Updated:  January 12, 2012

Deputies To Help Boy Scouts Earn Crime Prevention Merit Badge
Release #:  12-008  Updated:  January 12, 2011

Detectives Arrest Suspect For Arson After He Sets Fire To A St. Petersburg Home
Release #:  12-007  Updated:  January 10, 2011

Detectives Arrest Suspect Responsible For The Cornerstone Bank Robbery In Seminole And The Achieva Credit Union Robbery In Largo
Release #:  12-006  Updated:  January 5, 2012

M.A.I.T. Investigates Three Car Crash In South Pasadena; Four Sustain Non Life-Threatening Injuries
Release #:  12-005  Updated:  January 4, 2012

Detectives Are Searching For A Bank Robbery Suspect In Seminole
Release #:  12-004  Updated:  January 4, 2012

Detectives Have Arrested A Registered Sexual Predator Just Released From Prison On New Charges Of Sexual Battery That Occurred In The 1980’s
Release #:  12-003  Updated:  January 3, 2012

Detectives Are Investigating An Early Morning Shooting At A Local Motel
Release #:  12-002  Updated:  January 3, 2012

Arrest Made In Homicide At JFS Food Mart
Release #:  12-001  Updated:  January 3, 2012

Autopsy Results Are Pending On Cause of Death of Man Found Wrapped In Plastic Near Dumpster
Release #:  11-309  Updated:  December 30, 2011

Subject Involved In Barricade Situation Is Taken Into Protective Custody For Evaluation
Release #:  11-308  Updated:  December 28, 2011

Suspect Who Fired Shots Overnight Is Now Arrested For Arson
Release #:  11-307  Updated:  December 28, 2011

Pinellas Sheriff's Citizen Patrol Volunteer Program Now Taking Applications For New 2012 Academy Class
Release #:  11-306  Updated:  December 27, 2011

Homicide Investigation In Unincorporated St. Petersburg Continues; Detectives Seek Public's Help In Identifying Three In Connection With Case
Release #:  11-305  Updated:  December 22, 2011

Sheriff's Deputies To Deliver Holiday Meals This Christmas
Release #:  11-304  Updated:  December 20, 2011

Deputy Involved Crash Under Investigation; No Injuries
Release #:  11-303  Updated:  December 20, 2011

Detectives Arrest Three In Connection With Burglary And Theft Of Firearms; Recover Guns
Release #:  11-302  Updated:  December 17, 2011

Sobriety Checkpoint Results For December 16th and 17th
Release #:  11-301  Updated:  December 17, 2011

Two Vehicle Crash Still Under Investigation From Sunday December 11, 2011 Is Now Fatal
Release #:  11-300  Updated:  December 16, 2011

Deputies To Conduct Sobriety Checkpoints In Pinellas County As Holidays Approach
Release #:  11-299  Updated:  December 14, 2011

Deputies To Deliver Christmas Packages And Nearly 80 Bicycles In Sheriff's "Christmas Sharing Project"
Release #:  11-298  Updated:  December 14, 2011

***Update at 3:00 p.m. on 12/27/2011 Man Accidentally Burned Has Died** Detectives Investigate Pinellas County Man Accidentally Burned While Cooking Outdoors
Release #:  11-297  Updated:  December 12, 2011

Pinellas Sheriff's  PAL 2011 Christmas Multi-Sports & Golf Camps Available; Registration Is Now Open!
Release #:  11-296  Updated:  December 12, 2011

Two Vehicle Crash Under Investigation
Release #:  11-295  Updated:  December 11, 2011

Sobriety Checkpoint Results
Release #:  11-294  Updated:  December 10, 2011

Detectives Arrest Two Men Responsible For Over 100 Storage Unit Burglaries In North Pinellas County; And Recover Stolen Property
Release #:  11-293  Updated:  December 8, 2011

Detectives Are Investigating A Triple Stabbing In Unincorporated Pinellas County
Release #:  11-292  Updated:  December 8, 2011

Arrest Made In Drug Related Shooting From November 30th
Release #:  11-291  Updated:  December 8, 2011

Deputies To Conduct Sobriety Checkpoints In Pinellas County As Holidays Approach
Release #:  11-290  Updated:  11-290

Deputies "Shop for Santa" To Help Over 450 Children And Their Families Registered With The Sheriff's "Christmas Sharing Project"
Release #:  11-289  Updated:  December 7, 2011

Narcotics Detectives Execute Search Warrant At Two Local Pharmacies
Release #:  11-288  Updated:  December 6, 2011

Detectives Seek Public's Assistance To Identify Largo Bank Robbery Suspect
Release #:  11-287  Updated:  December 6, 2011

The Pinellas Sheriff's Police Athletic League And Brooker Creek Golf Club Present; A Christmas Giving Golf Outing To Benefit The Children Of PAL
Release #:  11-286  Updated:  December 6, 2011

‘Animal Encounters Training’ For Law Enforcement Class Is In Session; Media Invited To Attend
Release #:  11-285  Updated:  November 30, 2011

Deputies Are Investigating A Hit And Run Crash In Dunedin; The Suspect Was Arrested After Pursuit Ends On Dunedin Causeway
Release #:  11-284  Updated:  November 30, 2011

Detectives Arrest Suspect For Burglary And Sexual Battery
Release #:  11-283  Updated:  November 25, 2011

Detectives Seek Public's Help To Identify Suspect/Suspects Responsible For Criminal Mischief Incidents - Marbles Shot At Business And Vehicle Windows
Release #:  11-282  Updated:  November 23, 2011

Sheriff's Deputies Will Deliver Thanksgiving Holiday Meals To Families In Need
Release #:  11-281  Updated:  November 22, 2011

Detectives Solve 2006 Cold Case Homicide Of Hoeschele Thomas; Media Availability Today at 2:00 p.m. with Sheriff Bob Gualtieri, Detective John Spoor And The Victim’s Family
Release #:  11-280  Updated:  November 22, 2011

Save The Date – December 3th – Support Families Who Need Help Over The Holidays With The Pinellas Sheriff’s “Ride & Run With The Stars”
Release #:  11-279  Updated:  November 21, 2011

Suspect Arrested In Drug Related Shooting Over the Weekend
Release #:  11-278  Updated:  November 21, 2011

Deputies Respond to Call in Which Dog Bites Child; Child’s Grandfather Stabs Dog Twice
Release #:  11-277  Updated:  November 21, 2011

***Update At 10:20 a.m. On 11/30/2011 Motorcyclist Has Died***
Motorcyclist In Very Serious Condition After Crash With Vehicle

Release #:  11-276  Updated:  November 21, 2011

Emergency Room Doctor Arrested On Three Counts of Sexual Battery On A Minor
Release #:  11-275  Updated:  November 18, 2011

Detectives Continue With Aggressive Initiative To Stop The Illegal Flow Of Prescription Drugs In The Community; Two Day Operation Yields 27 Arrests
Release #:  11-274  Updated:  November 18, 2011

Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri Announces New Appointments And Promotions; Members To Receive New Stars And Credentials At Promotion Ceremony
Release #:  11-273  Updated:  November 17, 2011

MAIT Deputies Are Investigating A Deputy Involved Traffic Crash In Unincorporated St. Petersburg
Release #:  11-272  Updated:  November 16, 2011

Update November 15, 2011:  Detectives Seek The Public’s Help Locating Missing St. Petersburg Man (Missing Man Found Deceased In Manatee County)
Release #:  11-271  Updated:  Nvember 15, 2011

First Successful Use Of Agency Issued Dog Catch Pole Follows First 'Animal Encounters Training' For Law Enforcement
Release #:  11-270  Updated:  November 15, 2011

Retirement Reception For Jim Coats Tonight
Release #:  11-269  Updated:  November 14, 2011

Detectives Arrest Suspect Responsible For Two Armed Robberies In Oldsmar
Release #:  11-268  Updated:  November 10, 2011

Detectives Seek The Public’s Help Locating Missing St. Petersburg Man
Release #:  11-267  Updated:  November 10, 2011

Suspect Arrested After Striking Deputy With Vehicle And Fleeing In Traffic
Release #:  11-266  Updated:  November 10, 2011

Terminally Ill Inmate Dies; Detectives Are Investigating
Release #:  11-265  Updated:  November 10, 2011

Students And Deputies Collect Clothes For Kids
Release #:  11-264  Updated:  November 10, 2011

***Update At 11:21 p.m. Nov. 9, 2011 Missing Man Found*** Deputies Seek Public's Help In Locating Missing And Endangered Elderly Man; Silver Alert Issued
Release #:  11-263  Updated:  November 9, 2011

Detectives Have Arrested A Largo Man For Unlawful Sexual Activity With A Minor
Release #:  11-262  Updated:  November 9, 2011

Today, In A Ceremony With Chief Judge J. Thomas McGrady Presiding, Sheriff Bob Gualtieri Will Take The Oath Of Office
Release #:  11-261  Updated:  November 8, 2011

Pinellas County Sheriff Jim Coats Retires Today
Chief Deputy Bob Gualtieri Is Sheriff On Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Release #:  11-260  Updated:  November 7, 2011

M.A.I.T. Investigates Motorcycle Vs. Vehicle Crash In Safety Harbor
Release #:  11-259  Updated:  November 5, 2011

***Update at 11:30 a.m. November 7, 2011 Victim of Fire Has Died***Detectives Investigate Seminole Residential Fire; One Woman Seriously Injured
Release #:  11-258  Updated:  November 5, 2011

Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Deputies Are Investigating Three Crashes With Two Persons Injured, Involving The Same Driver; Which Occurred Before And During A pursuit With Deputies
Release #:  11-257  Updated:  November 3, 2011

Update: Missing Man Found In St. Petersburg By St. Petersburg Police

Deputies Seeking Assistance In Search For Elderly Man Missing From Laurelwood Nursing Center

Release #:  11-256  Updated:  November 3, 2011

Detectives Request The Public’s Help To Locate A Missing Dunedin Man (Update: He Has Been Located Safe)
Release #:  11-255  Updated:  November 1, 2011

Detectives Request The Public’s Help To Locate A Missing Oldsmar Man (Update:  He Has Been Located Safe)
Release #:  11-254  Updated:  November 2, 2011

Detectives Are Investigating An Apparent Attempted Armed Robbery; One Person Is Injured The Suspect Is Still At Large (See Attached Sketch Of Suspect)
Release #:  11-253  Updated:  November 1, 2011

Port Richey Couple Arrested For Trafficking In Credit Cards
Release #:  11-252  Updated:  October 27, 2011

Deputies Arrest Couple For Providing The Synthetic Drug “K2” To Two Young Boys In Their Care
Release #:  11-251  Updated:  October 25, 2011

Detectives Arrest Suspect For Lewd and Lascivious Battery On a Minor Child
Release #:  11-250  Updated:  October 25, 2011

Sheriff’s School Resource Officers Join N.O.P.E. For Anti-Drug Message At Azalea Middle School On Eve Of Candlelight Vigil
Release #:  11-249  Updated:  October 24, 2011

Detectives Have Arrested An Oldsmar Man For Sexual Battery On A Child
Release #:  11-248  Updated:  October 24, 2011

Detectives Arrest Pair For Multiple Residential Burglaries In North County; Discover Suspect’s Detailed Plans To Commit An Armed Bank Robbery On Halloween
Release #:  11-247  Updated:  October 19, 2011

Deputies Are Investigating A Double Traffic Homicide Crash In St. Pete Beach That Occurred September 30, 2011; Today The Suspect Has Been Arrested
Release #:  11-246  Updated:  October 18, 2011

Pinellas Sheriff's Detectives Conducting Death Investigation At Jail After Inmate Hangs Himself
Release #:  11-245  Updated:  October 17, 2011

Wanted Suspect Surrenders Peacefully To PCSO Negotiators
Release #:  11-244  Updated:  October 14, 2011

Detectives Are Investigating An Accidental Shooting In Seminole
Release #:  11-243  Updated:  October 13, 2011

***Update at 11:40 p.m. on 10/13/2011 - Motorcyclist Has Died*** M.A.I.T. Investigates Motorcycle Crash In Dunedin; Motorcyclist Seriously Injured
Release #:  11-242  Updated:  October 13, 2011

Deputies Are Investigating A Vehicle Versus Scooter Crash In The Bay Pines Area Of Seminole
Release #:  11-241  Updated:  October 12, 2011

***Update at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 Missing Man is Located*** Deputies Seek Public's Assistance To Locate Missing And Endangered Elderly Indian Rocks Beach Man
Release #:  11-240  Updated:  October 12, 2011

Narcotics Overdose Prevention & Education (N.O.P.E.) And Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Host Third Annual National Candlelight Vigil
Release #:  11-239  Updated:  October 12, 2011

Two Car Crash Claims One Life
Release #:  11-238  Updated:  October 9, 2011

Governor Scott Appoints Pinellas Chief Deputy Bob Gualtieri To Serve Remaining Term of Pinellas County Sheriff Jim Coats
Release #:  11-237  Updated:  October 7, 2011

Pawn Shop Robbery Victim Holds Suspect At Gun Point Until Deputies Arrive
Release #:  11-236  Updated:  October 7, 2011

Pinellas Sheriff's School Resource Deputies Praise Dixie Hollins High School Parent For Saving A Woman's Life At Last Night's Football Game
Release #:  11-235  Updated:  October , 2011

Investigation Continues Into Palm Harbor Home-Invasion/Shooting  That Ended With Crash On Dunedin Causeway
Release #:  11-234  Updated:  October 6, 2011

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office To Receive “The Patriot Award” From Employer Support Of The Guard And Reserve (ESGR)
Release #:  11-233  Updated:  October 6, 2011

Deputies Investigate Vehicle Versus Building In Seminole; Four Persons Taken To The Hospital
Release #:  11-232  Updated:  October 3, 2011

Deputies Investigate Vehicle Versus Pedestrian Fatality In Dunedin
Release #:  11-231  Updated:  October 1, 2011

Deputies Are Investigating A Mailbox Explosion in Seminole
Release #:  11-230  Updated:  September 30, 2011

Vehicle Vs. Pedestrian Crash - Five Injured At Bus Stop Near Bay Pines
Release #:  11-229  Updated:  September 29, 2011

***Update 10:45 a.m. On September 29, 2011 Detectives Arrest Second Suspect For Child Neglect*** Detectives Arrest Woman For Sex Battery On A Child
Release #:  11-228  Updated:  September 27, 2011

Detectives Are Investigating An Armed Robbery In Dunedin Which May Be Linked To A Clearwater Homicide
Release #:  11-227  Updated:  September 27, 2011

Operation 'No Appointment Necessary Phase 2' Joint Round-Up Nets 41 Arrests
Release #:  11-226  Updated:  September 26, 2011

Deputies Arrest Man After He Shoots A Gun At A Crowd Of Juveniles
Release #:  11-225  Updated:  September 23, 2011

Elderly Female Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck By Vehicle
Release #:  11-224  Updated:  September 22, 2011

Pinellas Sheriff's Dive Team To Participate In Community Clean-Up Of  "Three Mile Reef"
Release #:  11-223  Updated:  September 22, 2011

Body Of Hospital Patient Is Located In Lake Tarpon Outfall Canal Using Side Scan Sonar
Release #:  11-222  Updated:  September 16, 2011

Man Arrested After He Opens Fire Down Street Following Neighbor Dispute; No Injuries Reported
Release #:  11-221  Updated:  September 15, 2011

Sheriff's Office Major Accident Investigation Team Deputies Are Investigating A Pedestrian Traffic Fatality In Seminole
Release #:  11-220  Updated:  September 15, 2011

Detectives Arrest Tennessee Man For Theft of High-End Cars And For Operating A Chop Shop
Release #:  11-219  Updated:  September 14, 2011

Deputies Investigate Vehicle Versus Moped Crash In Dunedin
Release #:  11-218  Updated:  September 12, 2011

Marine Unit Deputies Are Investigating A Fatal Boating Accident In Clearwater
Release #:  11-217  Updated:  September 12, 2011

Deputies Arrested A Woman For Leaving A 3-Year-Old Child In Her Care Home Alone While She Went To Ybor City With Friends
Release #:  11-216  Updated:  September 11, 2011

Sheriff's Advisory Board Hosts "Wild Game Dinner and Turkey Shoot" Event To Benefit Community Youth Programs
Release #:  11-215  Updated:  September 8, 2011

Inmate Charged For Unsuccessful Attempt To Escape Through Cell Ceiling.
Release #:  11-214  Updated:  September 7, 2011

Deputies Report Storm Damage To Two Structures In Madeira Beach
Release #:  11-213  Updated:  September 7, 2011

***Update At 6:50 p.m. On 9/17/2011 - Second Suspect Arrested***
Crimes Against Children Detectives Arrest St. Petersburg Woman For Aggravated Child Abuse

Release #:  11-212  Updated:  September 2, 2011

Pinellas Deputies To Promote Roadway and Boating Safety Over The Labor Day Holiday Weekend
Release #:  11-211  Updated:  September 2, 2011

Operation Medicine Cabinet A Huge Success With All-Time Record Of Over One-Thousand Pounds Collected
Release #:  11-210  Updated:  August 27, 2011

Deputies Respond To Report of Unresponsive Client at Safe Harbor Shelter
Release #:  11-209  Updated:  August 27, 2011

Detectives Investigate Theft Of Cremated Remains From A Cemetery In Seminole; Seek Public's Assistance; Cemetery Offers Reward
Release #:  11-208  Updated:  August 26, 2011

Female Motorcyclist Receives Life Threatening Injuries In Crash With Vehicle
Release #:  11-207  Updated:  August 26, 2011

Elderly Woman Dies of Injuries In Bicycle vs Vehicle Crash
Release #:  11-206  Updated:  August 25, 2011

Pinellas County Sheriff Jim Coats Announces His Retirement
Release #:  11-205  Updated:  August 25, 2011

Former Sheriff's Office Sergeant Arrested On Child Molestation Charges
Release #:  11-204  Updated:  August 25, 2011

***Update at 6:30 p.m. on August 25, 2011 - Detectives Identify Shooter*** Detectives Continue To Investigate Fatal Shooting In Palm Harbor Residence
Release #:  11-203  Updated:  August 24, 2011

Detectives Arrest Pinellas County Man For 25 Counts Of Doctor Shopping
Release #:  11-202  Updated:  August 24, 2011

Man Charged In Possession of Child Pornography Videos
Release #:  11-201  Updated:  August 23, 2011

Detectives Arrest St. Petersburg Man After They Discovered Inappropriate Photos Of Minor Girls On His Cell Phone And Laptop
Release #:  11-200  Updated:  August 23, 2011

Detectives Arrest Mother For Attempting To Sell Her Child
Release #:  11-199  Updated:  August 20, 2011

(Update: Saturday, August 20, 2011 at 2:30 a.m.)
Deputies Issue A "Silver Alert" For A Missing Seminole Man
(He has been located safe and the "Silver Alert" Cancelled)

Release #:  11-198  Updated:  August 19, 2011

M.A.I.T. Deputies Investigate Vehicle Vs. Motorcycle Crash In Dunedin; Motorcyclist Seriously Injured
Release #:  11-197  Updated:  August 15, 2011

"Missing" Owner of Sailboat Abandoned On Madeira Beach Contacts Sheriff's Office
Release #:  11-196  Updated:  August 15, 2011

Detectives Arrest Three Health Care Industry Employees In Separate Prescription Drug Related Cases
Release #:  11-195  Updated:  August 12, 2011

***Update At 6:05 p.m. on August 17, 2011 Bar & Grill Armed Robbery Suspect Is Arrested***
Detectives Are Investigating An Early Morning Armed Robbery At A Local Bar & Grill In South Pasadena

Release #:  11-194  Updated:  August 11, 2011

Suspect Arrested For Operating Chop Shop And Grand Theft Auto - After Deputies Locate Stolen Vehicles In Clearwater Industrial Park Unit
Release #:  11-193  Updated:  August 9, 2011

Save the Date:
Operation Medicine Cabinet Event Scheduled From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on August 27, 2011, Leading the State With 13 Drop Off Sites Throughout Pinellas County

Release #:  11-192  Updated:  August 9, 2011

Deputies Respond To Near Drowning Of Child In Family Pool
Release #:  11-191  Updated:  August 8, 2011

Deputies Investigate Two Vehicle Crash In Seminole That Results In Overturned Van; Six Injured
Release #:  11-190  Updated:  August 6, 2011

Man Found Floating in Gulf Off North Redington Beach Is Identified
Release #:  11-189  Updated:  August 4, 2011

Neighbors Shoot Each Other In Dispute - Injuries Non Life Threatening
Release #:  11-188  Updated:  August 4, 2011

Deputies Shoot Two Labrador-American Bulldogs After One Attacks And The Second Charges Deputies
Release #:  11-187  Updated:  August 3, 2011

Young Man Drowns While On Outing At Ft. DeSoto Park
Release #:  11-186  Updated:  July 30, 2011

Suspect Identified and Charged In Pinellas Amber Alert Case
Release #:  11-185  Updated:  July 29, 2011

Press Conference Of City, County, And State Officials To Announce New Countywide Violent Crimes Task Force
Release #:  11-184  Updated:  July 28, 2011

Major Accident Investigation Team Deputies Investigate Bicycle Versus Truck In Safety Harbor
Release #:  11-183  Updated:  July 26, 2011

Detectives Are Investigating Deputy Involved Shooting In Palm Harbor
Release #:  11-182  Updated:  July 25, 2011

Injured Man Found In Oldsmar Woods Has Died And Is Now A Homicide Investigation; Detectives Arrest Juvenile Responsible
(See original injured person release # 11-176 from July 22, 2011)

Release #:  11-181  Updated:  July 24, 2011

Detectives Arrest Indian Rocks Beach Man For The Murder Of His Wife
Release #:  11-180  Updated:  July 22, 2011

Detectives Are Investigating The Death Of An Indian Rocks Beach Woman
Release #:  11-179  Updated:  July 22, 2011

Deputies Seek The Public’s Help To Identify Suspect Attempting To Break Into ATM
Release #:  11-178  Updated:  July 22, 2011

Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Deputies Make Arrests In April 8, 2011Crash Of Motorcyclist Versus Vehicle; Both Drivers Arrested
(See original release number: 11-080)

Release #:  11-177  Updated:  July 22, 2011

Detectives Are Conducting An Injured Person Investigation In Oldsmar (Victim Identified)
Release #:  11-176  Updated:  July 22, 2011

Deputies Arrest Safety Harbor Woman After She Stabs Her Boyfriend With A Screwdriver
Release #:  11-175  Updated:  July 22, 2011

Seminole Man Seriously Burned When Gas Ignites While Working On Vehicle
Release #:  11-174  Updated:  July 22, 2011

Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi Names Pinellas County Sheriff’s Deputy 2011 School Resource Officer Of The Year
Release #:  11-173  Updated:  July 19, 2011

Tips From The Public Help Detectives Capture Suspect Who Fled With Two Bottles of Rum
Release #:  11-172  Updated:  July 19, 2011

Inmate Dies After He Collapsed While Playing Basketball
Release #:  11-171  Updated:  July 18, 2011

Sheriff's Negotiators Convince Barracaded Man To Surrender - He Is Arrested On Numerous Charges
Release #:  11-170  Updated:  July 18, 2011

Summer Program Introduces Youth To Career In Public Safety-Class Is At Pinellas County Jail Today
Release #:  11-169  Updated:  July 18, 2011

Detectives Serve Search Warrants And Seize Computers At Three Sweepstakes Cyber Cafes In Pinellas County
Release #:  11-168  Updated:  July 14, 2011

Fatal Crash Follows Pursuit After Deputy Is Nearly Struck By Suspect Vehicle
Release #:  11-167  Updated:  July 14, 2011

Detectives Seek Public's Assistance In Identifying Liquor Store Robber; Suspect Fled With Two Bottles of Rum
Release #:  11-166  Updated:  July 13, 2011

Detectives Arrest Crystal Beach Couple In Prescription Fraud Case In which They Received Over 12,000 Pills From 8 Different Doctors In One Year
Release #:  11-165  Updated:  July 11, 2011

Sheriff Jim Coats Hosts Community Forum To Discuss Progress At Pinellas Safe Harbor - Shelter and Services for the Homeless
Release #:  11-164  Updated:  July 11, 2011

Detectives Arrest North County Serial Vehicle Burglar
Release #:  11-163  Updated:  July 10, 2011

***Update At 6:30 p.m. On  07/09/2011 Additional Charges Added***Driver That Rear Ends Agency Vehicle Is Arrested For Possession Of  Controlled Substances
Release #:  11-162  Updated:  July 9, 2011

Sheriff’s PAL Announces "The Cops And Kids Golf Challenge” At Brooker Creek Golf Club
Release #:  11-161  Updated:  July 7, 2011

Suspect Arrested After A Crime Spree In Pinellas County
Release #:  11-160  Updated:  July 7, 2016

Detectives Arrest Oldsmar Man For Possession Of Child Pornography
Release #:  11-159  Updated:  July 6, 2011

Motorcycle vs Vehicle Crash Under Investigation - Operator of Motorcycle Dies from Injuries
Release #:  11-158  Updated:  July 3, 2011

Suspect In Early Morning Armed Robbery Is Arrested
Release #:  11-157  Updated:  July 3, 2011

Detectives Have Arrested A Suspect For Murder After They Discovered The Victim Buried In His Backyard
Release #:  11-156  Updated:  July 1, 2011

***Update: Office of the State Attorney, 6th Judicial Circuit Rules June 28, 2011 Deputy Involved Shooting Is Justified***
Detectives Investigate Deputy Involved Shooting In Palm Harbor

Release #:  11-155  Updated:  June 28, 2011

Detectives Seek Same Suspect In Two Robberies; Asks For Public's Help To Identify
Release #:  11-154  Updated:  June 27, 2011

Detectives Investigate Early Morning Fire To KFC In Seminole; Alert Newspaper Carrier Notified Firefighters
Release #:  11-153  Updated:  June 24, 2011

***Update At 5:15 p.m. on 06/24/2011 Suspect In Publix Robbery Arrested In South Carolina***
Detectives Release Surveillance Video In Father's Day Supermarket Armed Robbery In Palm Harbor; Seek Public's Assistance

Release #:  11-152  Updated:  June 22, 2011

Driver Who Fled Scene Of Two Vehicle Crash In South Pasadena Is Arrested For DUI
Release #:  11-151  Updated:  June 22, 2011

M.A.I.T. Investigates Deputy Involved Crash
Release #:  11-150  Updated:  June 21, 2011

Deputies Involved In Shooting Man Sought In Aggravated Stalking Case
Release #:  11-149  Updated:  June 21, 2011

Deputies Are Investigating Vehicle Crashing Through United States Post Office In Oldsmar
Release #:  11-148  Updated:  June 20, 2011

Round-Up Targets 45 Suspects In Initiative By Narcotics Detectives
Release #:  11-147  Updated:  June 20, 2011

***Update At 10:55 a.m. on June 20, 2011 Detectives Release Additional Information In Case***
Detectives Arrest Orlando Man For Sex Battery On A Child Under 12

Release #:  11-146  Updated:  June 18, 2011

M.A.I.T. Arrests Driver Who Struck Sheriff's Deputy Near Clearwater Courthouse Crosswalk; And Fled The Scene
Release #:  11-145  Updated:  June 17, 2011

Spanish For Law Enforcement Level I and II Graduation Ceremony; Deputies Highlight Success Stories In The Field
Release #:  11-144  Updated:  June 14, 2011

DNA Profile Developed By Pinellas County Forensic Lab Leads Cold Case Detectives to Suspect In 1971 Homicide of 14 Year Old Girl
Release #:  11-143  Updated:  June 14, 2011

Detectives Now Name David Perry As A Suspect In The Disappearance Of Kelly Rothwell
Release #:  11-142  Updated:  June 14, 2011

Excited Campers Depart For A Week Of Fun At The Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches Caruth Camp 2011
Release #:  11-141  Updated:  June 13, 2011

A Crash Investigation Temporarily Closes Northbound Lanes of Bayside Bridge
Release #:  11-140  Updated:  June 12, 2011

Update: Pit Bull Mix "Danger" Recovered Due to Anonymous Tip - No Charges Filed

Information Updates Previous Release

Pit Bull Mix Stolen From Animal Control Drop-Off; Detectives Seek Public's Help To Identify Suspect

Release #:  11-139  Updated:  June 10, 2011

Detectives Have Arrested A Palm Harbor Man Responsible For Numerous Vehicle Vandalisms And Arson (The Suspect Is A Neighbor In The Subdivision)
Release #:  11-138  Updated:  June 6, 2011

Deputies Arrest Palm Harbor Man For Animal Cruelty
Release #:  11-137  Updated:  June 3, 2011

Detectives Investigate Safety Harbor Apartment Fire; Deputies Alert Residents
Release #:  11-136  Updated:  June 2, 2011

Do You Know What Your Kids Will Be Doing This Summer; Time Is Running Out Make Plans Today

PAL Summer Sports Camps Are Filling Up But You Still Have Time!

Release #:  11-135  Updated:  June 1, 2011

Teens Can Still Apply For Explorer Post Summer Academy - A Great Opportunity To Learn About Law Enforcement and Exploring
Release #:  11-134  Updated:  May 31, 2011

Arrest Made In Investigation Of April Head-On Crash
Release #:  11-133  Updated:  May 31, 2011

***Update At 3:45 p.m. on 05/31/2011 Motorcyclist Has Died *** M.A.I.T. Investigates Motorcycle Crash In Safety Harbor; Motorcyclist Seriously Injured
Release #:  11-132  Updated:  May 30, 2011

******Update At 3:20 p.m. on 06/10/2011 Motorcyclist Has Died ***
M.A.I.T. Investigates Motorcycle Crash In Oldsmar; Motorcyclist Sustains Serious Injuries

Release #:  11-131  Updated:  May 30, 2011

Drive-By Shooting Suspects Lead Deputies On Pursuit; Suspect Vehicle Crashes Into Building
Release #:  11-130  Updated:  May 30, 2011

Detectives Investigate Shooting In Unincorporated Largo; Man Killed; Woman Injured; Suspect Arrested
Release #:  11-129  Updated:  May 28, 2011

Pinellas Deputies Promote Roadway And Boating Safety Over The Memorial Day Weekend
Release #:  11-128  Updated:  May 27, 2011

Pinellas Safe Harbor Announces Partnership With Metropolitan Ministries To Provide Meals at Homeless Shelter
Release #:  11-127  Updated:  May 25, 2011

Detectives Investigate The Deaths of Two Men In Unincorporated Seminole
Release #:  11-126  Updated:  May 24, 2011

Found Child Returned Home Safe In Dunedin
Release #:  11-125  Updated:  May 22, 2011

Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Deputy Involved Traffic Crash In Oldsmar
Release #:  11-124  Updated:  May 21, 2011

Woman Bound And Vehicle Stolen In Seminole Home Invasion/Robbery; Detectives Seek To Identify Suspects And Locate Car
Release #:  11-123  Updated:  May 17, 2011

Pinellas Sheriff Jim Coats Announces That He Will Not Seek Re-Election
Release #:  11-122  Updated:  May 17, 2011

Second Suspect Arrested In Connection With Operation Dollar Dollar
(For Further Details See Release #11-102)

Release #:  11-121  Updated:  May 16, 2011

Sheriff's Deputies and East Lake High School "Students Against Destructive Decisions" (SADD) Conduct Fatality Crash Exercise To Prevent Teen Drinking and Driving
Release #:  11-120  Updated:  May 16, 2011

Child Who Was Shot And Wounded By Her Mother Passes Away
Release #:  11-119  Updated:  May 14, 2011

Detectives Seek Public's Assistance In Identifying A Suspect In A Grand Theft Case After He Stole A Wallet
Release #:  11-118  Updated:  May 13, 2011

Sheriff's Office Members Will "Walk Like MADD" To Raise Public Awareness To Eliminate Drunk Driving
Release #:  11-117  Updated:  May 13, 2011

Detectives Investigate Dunedin Shooting; Say It Appears Mother  Is Responsible For Injuries To Daughter And Self
Release #:  11-116  Updated:  May 13, 2011

Booking Video Of Casey Anthony Into The Pinellas County Jail
Release #:  11-115  Updated:  May 9, 2011

Three Fallen St. Petersburg Police Officers To Be Honored At Annual Pinellas Law Enforcement Memorial Set for Wednesday, May 11, 2011.

Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi and St. Petersburg Police Chief
Chuck Harmon Will Speak

Release #:  11-114  Updated:  May 9, 2011

***Update At 8:10 a.m. On 5/8/2011 - Detectives Deem Fire To Be Arson; Release Additional Details***
Detectives Investigate Residential Fire In Seminole

Release #:  11-113  Updated:  May 8, 2011

New York State Police Arrest David R. Perry Boyfriend Of Missing Indian Rocks Beach Woman On Unrelated Charges
Release #:  11-112  Updated:  May 6, 2011

***Update At 1:30 p.m. On 05/06/2011 Detectives Arrest Second Suspect, Office Manager***
Narcotics Detectives Arrest Nurse For Obtaining A Controlled Substance By Fraud and Trafficking In Hydrocodone

Release #:  11-111  Updated:  May 5, 2011

Two Arrested For Attempted Murder
Release #:  11-110  Updated:  May 5, 2011

Deputies Respond To Single Vehicle Crash/Rollover In Seminole
Release #:  11-109  Updated:  May 4, 2011

Deputies Investigate Body Found In Ditch In Clearwater
Release #:  11-108  Updated:  May 4, 2011

M.A.I.T. Investigates Vehicle Vs. Motorized Wheelchair Fatal Crash
Release #:  11-107  Updated:  May 3, 2011

Pinellas Sheriff's Annual Awards Ceremony Recognizes Bravery and Achievement
Release #:  11-106  Updated:  May 3, 2011

Sheriff's Mobile Video Visitation Bus Selected Among Top 25 Innovations In American Government By Harvard University
Release #:  11-105  Updated:  May 2, 2011

776.8 Pounds Of Prescription Drugs Are Collected In “Operation Medicine Cabinet” Event
Release #:  11-104  Updated:  April 30, 2011

Detectives Investigate Domestic Related Shooting Death In Indian Rocks Beach
Release #:  11-103  Updated:  April 30, 2011

Detectives Arrest Doctor Jacinta Gillis After A Two Year Long Investigation Into Her Operating Pill Mills In Pinellas And Lee Counties
Release #:  11-102  Updated:  April 28, 2011

Sheriff’s Office Hosts 'Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work' Day
Release #:  11-101  Updated:  April 27, 2011

Deputies Respond To Residential Fire In Largo
Release #:  11-100  Updated:  April 27, 2011

Pinellas Sheriff's Citizen Patrol Volunteer Program Now Taking Applications For New Academy Class
Release #:  11-099  Updated:  April 27, 2011

Detectives Investigate Inmate Death At County Jail
Release #:  11-098  Updated:  April 26, 2011

Detectives Arrest Man For Sexual Battery Of A 16-Year-Old Victim
Release #:  11-097  Updated:  April 26, 2011

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Canines Honored At Memorial Service
Release #:  11-096  Updated:  April 25, 2011

Operation Medicine Cabinet Set For This Saturday, April 30th
Release #:  11-095  Updated:  April 25, 2011

Deputy Responds And Locates Brush Fire In Brooker Creek Preserve; Summons Assistance
Release #:  11-094  Updated:  April 24, 2011

Detectives Investigate Hotel Armed Robbery In Unincorporated St. Petersburg
Release #:  11-093  Updated:  April 21, 2011

Sheriff's Deputies To Deliver Easter Holiday Meals Today
Release #:  11-092  Updated:  April 21, 2011

Detectives Arrest St. Peterburg Man For Capital Sexual Battery On A Child Under 12
Release #:  11-091  Updated:  April 20, 2011

Detectives Investigating Armed Robbery Release Photos Of Unidentified Suspects
Release #:  11-090  Updated:  April 20, 2011

Deputy Discovers House Fire In Safety Harbor; Alerts Homeowners Asleep Inside
Release #:  11-089  Updated:  April 18, 2011

School Crossing Guards Honored At Annual Awards Luncheon
Release #:  11-088  Updated:  April 15, 2011

***Update At 4:45 p.m. on April 15, 2011 Final Suspect Arrested For Felony Murder***
Detectives Arrest Injured Suspect In Clearwater Shooting For Felony Murder; Seek Other Suspect; Want To Speak To Witness (For Further Details See Press Release #11-086)

Release #:  11-087  Updated:  April 14, 2011

Detectives Continue To Investigate Homicide In An Unincorporated Clearwater Residence That Followed An Armed Robbery Attempt; One Man Is Dead, Two Are Injured
Release #:  11-086  Updated:  April 13, 2011

Sheriff's Office Gears Up For Fifth Installment of 'Operation Medicine Cabinet' On Saturday, April 30th
Release #:  11-085  Updated:  April 13, 2011

Deputies Arrest Two Juveniles Involved In Residential Burglary In Seminole
(Suspects identified)

Release #:  11-084  Updated:  April 13, 2011

Deputies Arrest Suspect After He Recklessly Flees And Strikes Three Vehicles
Release #:  11-083  Updated:  April 11, 2011

Toddler Drowns In Family Pool
Release #:  11-082  Updated:  April 9, 2011

Woman Charged With Neglect of 15 Month Old
Release #:  11-081  Updated:  April 9, 2011

Motorcyclist Ejected When Struck By Motorist, Who Leaves Crash Scene
Release #:  11-080  Updated:  April 9, 2011

Jail Inmate Video Visitation Appointments Can Now Be Made Online
Release #:  11-079  Updated:  April 8, 2011

Update April 7, 2011 / Detectives Investigate Stabbing Of Pinellas County School Police Officer
(Detectives release more details about the attack on School Police Officer and confirm identification of suspect)

Release #:  11-078  Updated:  April 8, 2011

Deputies Are Investigating Shooting In Unincorporated Pinellas County
Release #:  11-077  Updated:  April 7, 2011

Detectives Solve 2008 Double Homicide; Suspect Indicted By Pinellas County Grand Jury
Release #:  11-076  Updated:  April 7, 2011

Detectives Investigate Stabbing Of Pinellas County School Police Officer
Release #:  11-075  Updated:  April 5, 2011

Detectives Arrest A Seminole Dentist And Podiatrist In Operation 'Doctor Doctor'
Release #:  11-074  Updated:  April 4, 2011

Applications Now Being Accepted For Summer Camp Opportunities At Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranch
Release #:  11-073  Updated:  April 4, 2011

Pinellas Law Enforcement Agencies Run "The Torch For Special Olympics" From St. Petersburg Over the Bayside Bridge On Tuesday, April 5th
Release #:  11-072  Updated:  April 4, 2011

Deputies Continue Search For Clearwater Carjacking Suspects And Stolen Vehicle; Seek Public's Help
Release #:  11-071  Updated:  April 3, 2011

Detectives Arrest Clearwater Man For Lewd And Lascivious Molestation
Release #:  11-070  Updated:  April 2, 2011

Sheriff's Narcotics Unit And Tarpon Springs Police Officers Arrest Twelve Suspects In Operation 'Oxy-Clean'
Release #:  11-069  Updated:  April 1, 2011

Passenger In Two Car Head-On Crash Receives Serious Injuries
Release #:  11-068  Updated:  April 1, 2011

Detectives Arrest Dunedin Man For Sexual Battery On A Child; The Suspect Is A Registered Sexual Offender
Release #:  11-067  Updated:  March 30, 2011

Narcotics Detectives Arrest Largo Man For Trafficking in Cocaine And Dog Fighting
Release #:  11-066  Updated:  March 29, 2011

Update March 31, 2011 at 2:20 p.m. to:
Detectives Seek Public’s Help To Identify Dog Thieves
(“Miki” Found And Returned Safe)

Release #:  11-065  Updated:  March 28, 2011

Deputies Are Investigating An Apparent Accidental Death In Safety Harbor
Release #:  11-064  Updated:  March 26, 2011

Largo Woman Is Arrested For Striking Pedestrian With A Vehicle And Resisting Arrest Following Altercation
Release #:  11-063  Updated:  March 23, 2011

Pursuit Of Stolen Vehicle Ends With Arrest In Pasco County
Release #:  11-062  Updated:  March 22, 2011

Detectives Seek The Public’s Help To Identify Circle K Armed Robber
Release #:  11-061  Updated:  March 18, 2011

Detectives Arrest Woman For Child Neglect; After Child Is Seen Panhandling At A Gas Station In Palm Harbor
Release #:  11-060  Updated:  March 16, 2011

Detectives Are Investigating The Disappearance Of An Indian Rocks Beach Woman
Release #:  11-059  Updated:  March 15, 2011

Deputies Investigate Vehicle Vs. Motorized Scooter Crash; Scooter Driver Seriously Injured
Release #:  11-058  Updated:  March 12, 2011

Shooting Death In Tierra Verde Followed Home Invasion/Robbery
Release #:  11-057  Updated:  March 12, 2011

Deputies Arrest Student For Solicitation To Commit Murder
Release #:  11-056  Updated:  March 10, 2011

Semi-Finals and Finals this Weekend:
Match Play Underway At Sheriff Jim Coats 7th Annual Clearwater Women’s Open Tennis Tournament  - To Benefit PAL And The Boys And Girls Clubs Of The Suncoast

Release #:  11-055  Updated:  March 9, 2011

M.A.I.T Investigates Deputy Involved Crash; Suspect Arrested For DUI, Possession of Oxycodone
Release #:  11-054  Updated:  March 8, 2011

Deputies Arrest 33 Suspects In Operation ‘No Appointment Necessary’
Release #:  11-053  Updated:  March 8, 2011

Detectives Arrest St. Petersburg Man For Sending Inappropriate Text Messages And Photos To A Child
Release #:  11-052  Updated:  March 7, 2011

St. Petersburg Man Charged With Capital Sexual Battery On Child Under 12; Detectives Search For More Victims
Release #:  11-051  Updated:  March 7, 2011

Deputies Arrest Mother After Near Drowning Of A Child At A Hotel Pool
Release #:  11-050  Updated:  March 5, 2011

Deputies Are Investigating Dunedin Man’s Death At Fort Desoto Park
Release #:  11-049  Updated:  March 5, 2011

Detectives Arrest Palm Harbor Man For Stalking A Child And Lewd and Lascivious Behavior
Release #:  11-048  Updated:  March 4, 2011

Citizen Complaints Regarding Prescription Drug Abuse Lead Twice To The Arrest Of Belleair Bluffs Woman
Release #:  11-047  Updated:  March 3, 2011

Office of the State Attorney, 6th Judicial Circuit Rules January 30, 2011 Deputy Involved Shooting Is Justified
Release #:  11-046  Updated:  March 3, 2011

Announcing Prescription Drug Abuse Town Hall Meeting – Public And Media Welcome
Release #:  11-045  Updated:  March 1, 2011

Grenade Found In A Yard In Unincorporated Largo Is Inert
Release #:  11-044  Updated:  February 28, 2011

UPCOMING EVENT:
Sheriff Jim Coats 7th Annual Clearwater Women’s Open Tennis Tournament To Benefit PAL And The Boys And Girls Clubs Of The Suncoast

Release #:  11-043  Updated:  February 26, 2011

M.A.I.T. Investigates Deputy Involved Crash In Palm Harbor
Release #:  11-042  Updated:  February 26, 2011

Citizens To Be Recognized For Crime Prevention Work At Sheriff's 12th Annual Community Service Awards
Release #:  11-041  Updated:  February 25, 2011

'Project Lifesaver' Helps Locate Missing Palm Harbor Man
Release #:  11-040  Updated:  February 25, 2011

Detectives Seek Public's Assistance In Identifying Watch Thief
Release #:  11-039  Updated:  February 22, 2011

***Update At 11:45 a.m. On 02/21/2011 Missing Man Is Found***
Silver Alert - Deputies Requesting The Public's Help In Locating Missing, Endangered Dunedin Man

Release #:  11-038  Updated:  February 21, 2011

Woman Arrested For Impaired Driving After Crashing Into School Bus - No One Injured
Release #:  11-037  Updated:  February 17, 2011

Detectives Ask For Public's Assistance In Identifying Suspect In A Restaurant Attempted Robbery
Release #:  11-036  Updated:  February 17, 2011

Drop Off Unused Or Expired Medications 7-Days A Week; Sheriff’s Office Set To Unveil New Operation Medicine Cabinet Drop-Off Containers Placed At The Sheriff’s Administration Building And North District Station (Photo-Op At 11:00 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 17 At The SAB)
Release #:  11-035  Updated:  February 16, 2011

Detectives Arrest Pharmacy Attempted Armed Robbery Suspect
Release #:  11-034  Updated:  February 11, 2011

Deputies Arrest Two Suspects For Home Invasion And Shooting In Unincorporated St. Petersburg
Release #:  11-033  Updated:  February 9, 2011

Detectives Arrest Seminole Man For Two Counts Of Sexual Battery
Release #:  11-032  Updated:  February 7, 2011

Deputies Investigate Shooting In Unincorporated Clearwater
Release #:  11-031  Updated:  February 7, 2011

***Update At 1:00 p.m. On February 7, 2011 Deputies Arrest Driver For DUI in Connection With Deputy Involved Crash***
Deputies Investigate Three Vehicle Crash Involving Deputy Cruiser

Release #:  11-030  Updated:  February 7, 2011

***Update At 4:00 p.m. on 2/14/2011 -Man Injured By Gunfire Inside Home Has Died; His Death Does Not Appear To Be Related To Gun Shot Wound (See How/Why Section For Update)***
Deputies Investigate Shooting:Two Vehicles Hit And One Man Injured By The Gunfire While Inside His Home

Release #:  11-029  Updated:  February 6, 2011

***Update At 10 p.m. on 2/8/11 - Pedestrian Dies Of Injuries Sustained In Crash***
Deputies Investigate Vehicle Versus Pedestrian Crash; Pedestrian Seriously Injured

Release #:  11-028  Updated:  February 6, 2011

***Update 02/06/11 at 8:50 a.m. Missing Woman Found***
Deputies Seek Public's Help Locating Missing And Endangered Adult Female

Release #:  11-027  Updated:  February 5, 2011

The State Of Florida Selects Sheriff’s Office School Crossing Guard Program As The 2010 Florida School Crossing Guard Program of the Year
Release #:  11-026  Updated:  February 2, 2011

Deputies Capture South Pasadena Cat Burglar
Release #:  11-025  Updated:  February 1, 2011

Detectives Are Investigating A Deputy Involved Shooting
Release #:  11-024  Updated:  January 30, 2011

Detectives Are Investigating An Early Morning Explosion In Lealman
Release #:  11-023  Updated:  January 30, 2011

Second Suspect Charged With Murder In January 1st Fatal Shooting In Clearwater (See Press Releases 11-004 and 11-011)
Release #:  11-022  Updated:  January 28, 2011

BB-Gun Vandals Arrested (For Further Information See Press Release 11-020)
Release #:  11-021  Updated:  January 26, 2011

Weekend BB-Gun Vandals Caught on Surveillance Camera - Detectives Requesting Public's Assistance
Release #:  11-020  Updated:  Janaury 25, 2011

Arson Detectives Make Arrest In Early Morning Fire
Release #:  11-019  Updated:  January 23, 2010

Update: Kevin Kyne Indicted By Grand Jury And Arrested On Warrant For First Degree Murder Of His Mother
Release #:  11-018  Updated:  January 20, 2010

Deputy Shoots Pit-Bull After It Attacks Owner’s Girlfriend During Arrest
Release #:  11-017  Updated:  January 17, 2011

Update to:
Deputies Seek The Public’s Help Locating Missing Ontario Man
(William Stephen has been located in Tarpon Springs)

Release #:  11-016  Updated:  January 16, 2011

Detectives Arrest Suspect In Largo Armed Bank Robbery (See Release #11-014 For Further Details)
Release #:  11-015  Updated:  January 15, 2011

Detectives Investigate Armed Bank Robbery In Largo; Seek Suspect and Getaway Vehicle
Release #:  11-014  Updated:  January14, 2011

Update Pinellas Safe Harbor: Shelter Receives Donation Of Nearly 3000 Pounds Of Food Items; Client Count Is 115
Release #:  11-013  Updated:  January 12, 2011

Detectives Seek The Public’s Help To Identify Art Thieves At A Local Restaurant
Release #:  11-012  Updated:  January 7, 2011

Detectives Arrest Suspect For Fatal Shooting In Clearwater; Second Suspect Arrested On Drug Related Charges (For Further Information See Release 11-004)
Release #:  11-011  Updated:  January 5, 2010

Pinellas Safe Harbor Shelter For The Homeless Opens
Release #:  11-010  Updated:  January 5, 2011

Deputies Arrest Three Suspects After A Brief Chase
Release #:  11-009  Updated:  January 4, 2011

Suspect In String Of Lansbrook Burglaries Is Charged With Burglaries In Highland Lakes; Detectives Seek Public's Help (See Press Release 11-003 For More Details)
Release #:  11-008  Updated:  January 4, 2010

Pinellas Safe Harbor Homeless Shelter Preview and Opening Events
Release #:  11-007  Updated:  January 4, 2011

Deputies Are Investigating Vehicle Versus Pedestrian Traffic Crash In Safety Harbor
Release #:  11-006  Updated:  January 3, 2011

Great Photo-Op:

Former Drug House To Become A Family Home In "Operation Goodwill"

Release #:  11-005  Updated:  January 3, 2011

Detectives Investigate Fatal Shooting In Clearwater
Release #:  11-004  Updated:  January 2, 2011

Deputies Arrest Two In String Of Residential Burglaries In Palm Harbor
Release #:  11-003  Updated:  January 2, 2010

Pipe Bomb Found In Oldsmar Residential Mailbox
Release #:  11-002  Updated:  January 1, 2010

Boat Strikes Woman Causing Serious Injury
Release #:  11-001  Updated:  January 1, 2011

Detectives Investigate Palm Harbor Bank Robbery; Seek Suspect
Release #:  10-357  Updated:  December 31, 2010

Detectives Are Conducting A Death Investigation After A Disturbance At A Local Club
Release #:  10-356  Updated:  December 30, 2010

Detectives Are Investigating The Discovery Of Human Skeletal Remains
Release #:  10-355  Updated:  December 29, 2010

Detectives Arrest St. Petersburg Man For Stalking A 15-Year Old Boy
Release #:  10-354  Updated:  December 28, 2010

Deputies Arrest Three Following Pursuit Of Stolen Vehicle
Release #:  10-353  Updated:  December 26, 2010

Sheriff's "Christmas Sharing Project" Brings Cheer and Fills Holiday Wishes For 893 Children and 336 Families
Release #:  10-352  Updated:  December 23, 2010

M.A.I.T. Investigates Deputy Involved Crash
Release #:  10-351  Updated:  December 20, 2010

Update:

Woman Dies From Injuries Received In Condo Fire

Release #:  10-350  Updated:  December 20, 2010

Woman Hospitalized With Life Threatening Injuries From Condo Fire
Release #:  10-349  Updated:  December 19, 2010

Update - Silver Alert Subject - Howard Leshana Found In Hillsborough County
Release #:  10-348  Updated:  December 19, 2010

Silver Alert Issued For Missing Clearwater Area Man
Release #:  10-347  Updated:  December 18, 2010

Stop Sticks Thwart Auto Theft Suspect
Release #:  10-346  Updated:  December 18, 2010

Sheriff's Explorer Post 900 To Christmas Shop For Families
Release #:  10-345  Updated:  December 17, 2010

Detectives Investigate Delivery of Envelope Containing Suspicious Powder at Courthouse
Release #:  10-344  Updated:  December 17, 2010

Detectives Arrest Palm Harbor Man For Aggravated Child Abuse; Six- Week-Old Baby Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries
Release #:  10-343  Updated:  December 9, 2010

Sheriff To Host Community Meeting At Pinellas Safe Harbor Homeless Facility
Release #:  10-342  Updated:  December 16, 2010

Deputies To Deliver Christmas Packages And Nearly 100 Bikes In Sheriff's "Christmas Sharing Project"
Release #:  10-341  Updated:  December 14, 2010

Patrol Deputies Arrest Suspect For Capital Sexual Battery; Suspect Turns Himself In And Admits To Crime
Release #:  10-340  Updated:  December 14, 2010

Standoff In Seminole Ends After Suspect Surrenders
Release #:  10-339  Updated:  December 13, 2010

M.A.I.T. Investigates Deputy Involved Crash
Release #:  10-338  Updated:  December 12, 2010

Detectives Investigate Residential Fire In Largo; Minor Injuries
Release #:  10-337  Updated:  December 12, 2010

Court Security Deputies Arrest Couple After They Are Held In Contempt Of Court
Release #:  10-336  Updated:  December 11, 2010

PAL WINS! Get Ingrained Grant After A Month Of Voting Puts Pinellas County Sheriff’s PAL In First Place
Release #:  10-335  Updated:  December 9, 2010

Dunedin Man Recovering From Accidental Gunshot Wound
Release #:  10-334  Updated:  December 9, 2010

***Update at 5:15 p.m. on 12/09/2010 Missing Woman Is Found***
Deputies Seek Public's Help To Locate Missing And Endangered Elderly Woman; Silver Alert Issued

Release #:  10-333  Updated:  December 9, 2010

Deputies "Shop for Santa" To Help Over 400 Children And Their Families Registered With The Sheriff's "Christmas Sharing Project"
Release #:  10-332  Updated:  December 7, 2010

St. Petersburg Police Arrest Sheriff’s Office Employee For Leaving The Scene Of A Crash Involving Injuries
Release #:  10-331  Updated:  December 5, 2010

Silver Alert Helps Deputies Locate Missing St. Petersburg Woman In Dunedin
Release #:  10-330  Updated:  December 5, 2010

Detectives Investigate Inmate Death
Release #:  10-329  Updated:  December 2, 2010

Detectives Arrest Suspect For Attempting To Lure A Child Through Cell Phone Texting
Release #:  10-328  Updated:  December 1, 2010

Detectives Investigate Apartment Fire In Dunedin; Resident Seriously Injured
Release #:  10-327  Updated:  December 1, 2010

Pinellas Sheriff Jim Coats Announces Eight Promotions. Members To Receive Badges At Promotion Ceremony
Release #:  10-326  Updated:  November 29, 2010

The Pinellas Sheriff's Police Athletic League And Brooker Creek Golf Club Present; A Christmas Giving Golf Outing To Benefit The Children Of PAL
Release #:  10-325  Updated:  November 29, 2010

Pinellas Sheriff's Citizen Patrol Volunteer Program Now Taking Applications For New Academy Class
Release #:  10-324  Updated:  November 29, 2010

Three Arrested After Shooting Into Vehicle On Alternate US19 In Palm Harbor
Release #:  10-323  Updated:  November 29, 2010

Dunedin Homeowner Finds Grenade While Cleaning Garage
Release #:  10-322  Updated:  November 26, 2010

Deputy Involved Shooting Under Investigation - Male Subject Is Wounded
Release #:  10-321  Updated:  November 26, 2010

Detectives Arrest Suspect Responsible For A String Of Armed Robberies in Pinellas County
Release #:  10-320  Updated:  November 24, 2010

Deputies Investigate Vehicle Versus Pedestrian In Dunedin
Release #:  10-319  Updated:  November 23, 2010

Detectives Arrest Two Suspects While Assisting With A Federal Investigation
Release #:  10-318  Updated:  November 23, 2010

Sheriff's Deputies Will Deliver Thanksgiving Holiday Meals To Families In Need
Release #:  10-317  Updated:  November 23, 2010

Suspect Flees From Deputies During Traffic Stop and Crashes Into Concrete Wall; M.A.I.T. Investigates
Release #:  10-316  Updated:  November 23, 2010

Pinellas Sheriff's Narcotics Diversion Task Force Earns National Investigative Unit of the Year Award
Release #:  10-315  Updated:  November 22, 2010

Changes Made In Front Desk Service At Sheriff's Administration Building
Release #:  10-314  Updated:  November 22, 2010

Deputies Respond To Ice Cream Shop Armed Robbery
Release #:  10-313  Updated:  November 20, 2010

Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Rush Hour Crash
Release #:  10-312  Updated:  November 16, 2010

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Members "Go To School" For "The Great American Teach In"
Release #:  10-311  Updated:  November 15, 2010

Detectives Seek Public's Help To Identify Belleair Bluffs Bank Robbery Suspect
Release #:  10-310  Updated:  November 15, 2010

Deputies Investigate Vehicle Versus Train In Oldsmar
Release #:  10-309  Updated:  November 14, 2010

Elderly Victim Of An Apparent Drowning In Dunedin Is Identified
Release #:  10-308  Updated:  November 13, 2010

Deputies Investigate Traffic Crash Into Recreational Complex In Dunedin
Release #:  10-307  Updated:  November 12, 2010

Save The Date – December 4th – Support Families Who Need Help Over The Holidays With The Pinellas Sheriff’s “Ride & Run With The Stars”!
Release #:  10-306  Updated:  November 12, 2010

Ironman Event On Saturday To Impact Major Pinellas Traffic Routes
Release #:  10-305  Updated:  November 12, 2010

Deputies Investigate School Bus Traffic Crash With Minor Injuries In Dunedin
Release #:  10-304  Updated:  November 12, 2010

Woman Charged With Child Neglect When Three Year Old Wanders Away
Release #:  10-303  Updated:  November 11, 2010

Detectives Arrest Tampa Man For Seduction Of A Child Over The Internet
Release #:  10-302  Updated:  November 11, 2010

Detectives Arrest Palm Harbor Man After DNA Confirms He Raped A 14-Year-Old Girl
Release #:  10-301  Updated:  November 9, 2010

Detectives Arrested A Clearwater Man After He Stole And Refilled An Elderly Women’s Prescription Bottle
Release #:  10-300  Updated:  November 9, 2010

Man Struck By Truck Over Night In South Pasadena
Release #:  10-299  Updated:  November 9, 2010

Suspect Vehicle Strikes Pole After Brief Pursuit - Two In Custody
Release #:  10-298  Updated:  November 6, 2010

The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office and Panamanian Government and Police Officials Meet For A Week In Exchange Of Ideas and Practices
Release #:  10-297  Updated:  November 5, 2010

Deputies Arrest Bayside High School Student For Computer Fraud
Release #:  10-296  Updated:  November 5, 2010

Fish Fry Benefiting The Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches
Release #:  10-295  Updated:  November 5, 2010

Body Found In Seminole Area Lake Is Identified
Release #:  10-294  Updated:  November 4, 2010

All Set For Pinellas County Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Graduation Ceremony
Release #:  10-293  Updated:  November 4, 2010

***Update To***
Deputies Seek The Public’s Help To Locate Missing Endangered Safety Harbor Woman
(She has been found)

Release #:  10-292  Updated:  November 3,2010

***Update To***
Detectives Seek The Public’s Help To Identify Armed Robbery Suspect
(The Suspect Has Been Arrested)

Release #:  10-291  Updated:  November 3, 2010

Detectives Arrest Man For Lewd And Lascivious Battery
Release #:  10-290  Updated:  November 3, 2010

Detectives Seek The Public’s Help To Identify Armed Robbery Suspect
Release #:  10-289  Updated:  November 2, 2010

Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Deputy Involved Traffic Crash In Largo
Release #:  10-288  Updated:  November 2, 2010

***Update To***
Detectives Seek The Public’s Help To Locate A Missing Endangered St. Petersburg Man
(He Has Been Located In Hamilton County, Florida)

Release #:  10-287  Updated:  October 29, 2010

Six-Year-Old Boy Injures His Brother In Accidental Shooting In Clearwater
Release #:  10-286  Updated:  October 29, 2010

Detectives Arrest Suspect For Aggravated Child Abuse In Connection With Accidental Shooting That Injured 20-Month Old Girl
Release #:  10-285  Updated:  October 28, 2010

Deputies Arrest Indian Rocks Beach Man After He Attacks Several Motorists
Release #:  10-284  Updated:  October 27, 2010

Suspect Is Arrested in 37 Year-Old Sexual Battery Case On A Child; Detectives Ask Other Victims To Come Forward
Release #:  10-283  Updated:  October 26, 2010

The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Police Athletic League Needs Your Vote!
Release #:  10-282  Updated:  October 27, 2010

Child Run Over By Car At School Bus Stop While Playing Tag Sustains Non-Life Threatening Injuries In Oldsmar
Release #:  10-281  Updated:  October 27, 2010

Wild Game Dinner And Turkey Shoot Sponsored By Pinellas County Sheriff’s Advisory Board To Benefit Community Youth Programs
Release #:  10-280  Updated:  October 25, 2010

Detectives Search For Three Suspects Who Robbed And Pistol Whipped Man On The Pinellas Trail
Release #:  10-279  Updated:  October 24, 2010

***Update 10/25/2010 At 1:30 p.m. - Body Found Is Identified***
Body Is Found Behind Palm Harbor Department Store; Death Does Not Appear To Be Criminal In Nature

Release #:  10-278  Updated:  October 23, 2010

Two Suspects Arrested For Aggravated Battery Following Attack On Victims Dressed In Beer Bottle Costumes; One Victim Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries
Release #:  10-277  Updated:  October 23, 2010

Attorney Arrested For Trafficking Oxycodone Pills With The Intent To Deliver Them To The Pinellas County Jail
Release #:  10-276  Updated:  October 22, 2010

Amscot Partners With Sheriff’s Office For Third Annual Bike Helmet Giveaway (Photo-Op)
Release #:  10-275  Updated:  October 22, 2010

Two Teens Arrested After A School Bus Stop Robbery And Assault With A Knife
Release #:  10-274  Updated:  October 22, 2010

Two Arrested For Boat Thefts And Scheme To Defraud; One Of The Found Stolen Vessels Is Linked To Owner Through Internet Website Posting
Release #:  10-273  Updated:  October 22, 2010

Narcotics Overdose Prevention & Education (N.O.P.E.) And Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Host Second National Candlelight Vigil
Release #:  10-272  Updated:  October 21, 2010

Arrest Made In East Lake High School Bathroom Fire
Release #:  10-271  Updated:  October 21, 2010

Detectives Investigate Fatal Fire In Safety Harbor Residence
Release #:  10-270  Updated:  October 21, 2010

Deputies Arrest Two Madeira Beach Teens For Armed Robbery At A Local Car Wash
Release #:  10-269  Updated:  October 19, 2010

Deputies Respond To Small Fire At East Lake High School; No Injuries
Release #:  10-268  Updated:  October 19, 2010

Deputies Are Investigating An Apparent Drowning That Occurred Off Honeymoon Island
Release #:  10-267  Updated:  October 17, 2010

A New Port Richey Woman Was Injured While Horseback Riding At The Brooker Creek Preserve
Release #:  10-266  Updated:  October 16, 2010

Report OF Home Invasion With Hostages Turns Out To Be A Hoax; The Person Making The Report Is Arrested
Release #:  10-265  Updated:  October 16, 2010

Detectives Arrest Man For Unlawful Sexual Activity With A Minor
Release #:  10-264  Updated:  October 15, 2010

Detectives Investigate Drowning Of 18-Month Old Child In Safety Harbor Pool
Release #:  10-263  Updated:  October 14, 2010

Detectives Arrest Wanted Sex Offender For Wearing A Deputy Sheriff’s Star And Shop Lifting
Release #:  10-262  Updated:  October 14, 2010

Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Two-Vehicle Crash In Dunedin; Four Injured, One Sustains Life Threatening Injuries
Release #:  10-261  Updated:  October 13, 2010

PCSO Recognizes First Graduating Class Of Spanish Language For Law Enforcement (See Release # 09-229 For Further Details)
Release #:  10-260  Updated:  October 12, 2010

The Tampa Bay Storm And The Tampa Bay Sentinels Invite You To The Inaugural 2010 Public Safety Memorial Bowl
Release #:  10-259  Updated:  October 11, 2010

Puppy Store Owner Arrested For Animal Cruelty
Release #:  10-258  Updated:  October 10, 2010

Crimes Against Children Detectives Investigate Incident In Which Juvenile Is Shot; Release Suspect And Vehicle Description
Release #:  10-257  Updated:  October 9, 2010

Suspect Arrested After He Discharges Firearm And Attempts To Run Over Several Juvenile and Adult Victims At Two Locations In Lealman
Release #:  10-256  Updated:  October 9, 2010

Deputy Catches Suspect About to Commit An Armed Robbery Of A Gas Station
Release #:  10-255  Updated:  October 8, 2010

***Update at Noon On 10/08/2010 - Two Suspects Arrested***
Deputies Investigate Beating Of High School Student At Bus Stop; Victim Seriously Injured

Release #:  10-254  Updated:  October 7, 2010

Detectives Arrest Seminole Man After He Stalks And Exposes Himself To Children In Seminole And St. Petersburg Areas
Release #:  10-253  Updated:  October 7, 2010

Suspect Arrested After He Rams Two Undercover Vehicles
Release #:  10-252  Updated:  October 7, 2010

Credit/Debit Cards Added As Accepted Payment Method For Child Support Purges And For Posting Bonds At Pinellas County Jail
Release #:  10-251  Updated:  October 7, 2010

Detectives Serve Search Warrants Related To Multi-Agency Pill Mill Investigation "Operation Dollar Dollar"
Release #:  10-250  Updated:  October 5, 2010

M.A.I.T. Investigates Multiple Vehicle Crash Including School Bus In St. Petersburg
Release #:  10-249  Updated:  October 6, 2010

Deputies Join Students For 11th Annual "2010 Walk To School Day" Event
Release #:  10-248  Updated:  October 5, 2010

VIPAR System Receives "Bright Ideas" Recognition From Harvard's Kennedy School of Government
Release #:  10-247  Updated:  October 1, 2010

M.A.I.T. Unit Investigates Deputy Involved Crash In Palm Harbor
Release #:  10-246  Updated:  October 1, 2010

Horticulture Program At Pinellas County Jail Is Growing Opportunity For Inmates With Plants and Trees For Sale To Public
Release #:  10-245  Updated:  September 29, 2010

October Is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month -  Survivor and Prevention Displays At the Jail and Sheriff's Facilities
Release #:  10-244  Updated:  September 27, 2010

Deputy Shoots Dog After It Bites A Woman And Is Aggressive Towards An Animal Control Officer
Release #:  10-243  Updated:  September 26, 2010

Detectives Investigate Officer Related Shooting
Release #:  10-242  Updated:  September 26, 2010

****Update Suspect Has Been Captured, October 18, 2010****
Detectives Seek The Public's Help To Identify A Bank Robbery Suspect In Seminole

Release #:  10-241  Updated:  September 22, 2010

M.A.I.T. Arrests Driver Of Deputy Involved Traffic Crash That Occurred June 23, 2010, News Release # 10-146
Release #:  10-240  Updated:  September 21, 2010

Detectives Seek The Public’s Help To Identify Armed Robbery Suspect
Release #:  10-239  Updated:  September 21, 2010

Doctor's Office Receptionist Arrested For Fraudulent Prescriptions
Release #:  10-238  Updated:  September 19, 2010

Teen Trio Tracked And Arrested On Vehicle Burglary Charges
Release #:  10-237  Updated:  September 18, 2010

Swans Reported Stolen From RV Park In Palm Harbor
Release #:  10-236  Updated:  September 16, 2010

M.A.I.T. Arrests Driver Of Single Car Crash Into Guard Rail And Palm Tree On Indian Rocks Causeway; That Occurred July 18, 2010, Release # 10-170
Release #:  10-235  Updated:  September 16, 2010

Search For Missing Swimmer In Progress At Fort Desoto Park, North Beach
Release #:  10-234  Updated:  September 15, 2010

Operation Pill Popper II Nets 90 Arrests So Far; More To Come
Release #:  10-233  Updated:  September 15, 2010

A Hyannis, Massachusetts Man Travels To Pinellas County To Doctor Shop For Pain Medication; And Is Arrested By Detectives
Release #:  10-232  Updated:  September 14, 2010

Detectives Arrest Suspect For Palm Harbor Bank Robbery (See Press Release 10-224) And Attempted Largo Bank Robbery; Suspect Also Connected To Bank Robberies In St. Petersburg and Pinellas Park PD Jurisdictions
Release #:  10-231  Updated:  September 14, 2010

Impaired Driver Pushes Parked Car Into Mobile Home
Release #:  10-230  Updated:  September 13, 2010

Deputies Rope Seven Foot Alligator Near Elementary School
Release #:  10-229  Updated:  September 12, 2010

Swimmer Struck By Personal Watercraft Off Caladesi Island; Sustains Non-Life Threatening Injuries
Release #:  10-228  Updated:  September 12, 2010

Deputies Respond To Assist In Emergency Landing Of Private Plane At St. Petersburg/Clearwater Airport; No Injuries
Release #:  10-227  Updated:  September 12, 2010

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Deputy Involved Crash
Release #:  10-226  Updated:  September 11, 2010

Detectives Arrest  Suspect In Connection With Water Filtration System Sales Scam
Release #:  10-225  Updated:  September 11, 2010

Detectives Seek Public's Help In Identifying Palm Harbor Bank Robbery Suspect
Release #:  10-224  Updated:  September 10, 2010

Two People Rescued Off Burning Commercial Fishing Boat By Passing Vessel; Marine Unit Deputies Respond
Release #:  10-223  Updated:  September  10, 2010

Crimes Against Children Detectives Arrest Ohio Man For Lewd And Lascivious Exhibition
Release #:  10-222  Updated:  September 9, 2010

Barricaded Subject in Seminole Ends Safely
Release #:  10-221  Updated:  September 9, 2010

K-9 Unit Apprehends Oldsmar Residential Burglary Suspect
Release #:  10-220  Updated:  September 8, 2010

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Labor Day Weekend Water Safety Campaign Results
Release #:  10-219  Updated:  September 7, 2010

Detectives Arrest X-Ray Assistant For Prescription Fraud And Trafficking
Release #:  10-218  Updated:  September 06, 2010

Off Duty Sheriff's Office C.P.I.D. Investigator Arrested For Battery; Simple, Dating Violence
Release #:  10-217  Updated:  September 06, 2010

Missing Jet-Skiers Found Safe After Three Hour Search
Release #:  10-216  Updated:  September 05, 2010

Detectives Investigate Homicide Of St. Petersburg Man; Suspect Captured
Release #:  10-215  Updated:  September 4, 2010

Fire At "Hideaway" Ruled An Arson
Release #:  10-214  Updated:  September 3, 2010

Pinellas Deputies To Promote Roadway And Boating Safety Over The Labor Day Holiday
Release #:  10-213  Updated:  September 3, 2010

Detectives Arrest A Clearwater Man After He Robs A Woman In Dunedin
Release #:  10-212  Updated:  September 2, 2010

Deputies Arrest St. Petersburg Man After Carjacking Taxi
Release #:  10-211  Updated:  September 2, 2010

Pinellas County Sheriff Jim Coats Announces Lieutenant Promotion
Release #:  10-210  Updated:  September 1, 2010

Multiple Agencies Respond To Scene Of Explosives Hazard
Release #:  10-209  Updated:  August 31, 2010

Pinellas Sheriff’s Deputies Investigate Case Of Animal Cruelty
Release #:  10-208  Updated:  August 30, 2010

Clearwater Couple Saved After Their Vehicle Accelerates Through Parking Space At Dunedin Marina And Sinks In Boat Slip
Release #:  10-207  Updated:  August 29, 2010

Wanted Burglary/Auto Theft Suspect Arrested
Release #:  10-206  Updated:  August 26, 2010

Vessel Found Abandoned On Redington Beach
Release #:  10-205  Updated:  August 26, 2010

Detectives Arrested A Sarasota Man In An Internet Sting
Release #:  10-204  Updated:  August 24, 2010

Pinellas County Jail Nurse Arrested For DUI And Resisting An Officer
Release #:  10-203  Updated:  August 22, 2010

Despite Heat and Rain A Record Breaking 814 Pounds Of Prescription Drugs Are Collected In “Operation Medicine Cabinet” Event
Release #:  10-202  Updated:  August 21, 2010

Lealman Initiative Rounds-Up 30 Suspects
Release #:  10-201  Updated:  August 20, 2010

Deputies Arrest Minor League Baseball Player For Possession of Cocaine
Release #:  10-200  Updated:  August 20, 2010

Sheriff’s Deputies And Tarpon Springs Police Officers Arrest 11 Suspects In Operation “Heat Wave” Targeting Street Level Drug Dealers
Release #:  10-199  Updated:  August 19, 2010

Pinellas Sheriff's School Resource Deputies Are Back To School This Week. Friday's Lesson Is About Prescription Drug Abuse
Release #:  10-198  Updated:  August 19, 2010

Deputies Make Quick Arrest Of Convenience Store Armed Robbery Suspect
Release #:  10-197  Updated:  August 19, 2010

Man Charged With Capital Sexual Battery On Child Under 12. Detectives Are Concerned There Are Other Victims
Release #:  10-196  Updated:  August 18, 2010

Armed Robbery/Auto Theft Suspect Caught This Morning - Two Others Being Sought
Release #:  10-195  Updated:  August 18, 2010

Detectives Investigate Murder-Suicide In Largo Area Residence
Release #:  10-194  Updated:  August 17, 2010

Fourth Round Of “Operation Medicine Cabinet” This Saturday August 21st; Statewide Effort With 19 Drop-Off Sites Throughout Pinellas County
Release #:  10-193  Updated:  August 17, 2010

Two In Custody Following Auto Theft And Shots Fired Incident
Release #:  10-192  Updated:  August 15, 2010

Son Is Charged With First Degree Murder In Death Of His Mother
Release #:  10-191  Updated:  August 15, 2010

Detectives Arrest Son After He Steals Thousands From His 91 Year-Old Mother
Release #:  10-190  Updated:  August 12, 2010

Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates A Single Car Crash On Pinellas County Jail Property; A Detention / Corrections Bureau Sergeant Was Fatally Injured
Release #:  10-189  Updated:  August 11, 2010

***Update At 6:45 p.m. on 08/08/2010 Suspect Arrested; Victim Identified***
Detectives Investigate Homicide Of Homeless Man In Tarpon Springs; Seek Suspect

Release #:  10-188  Updated:  August 8, 2010

Tree Trimmers Stung By Bees; One Man Stung As Many As 150 Times
Release #:  10-187  Updated:  August 7, 2010

Deputies Respond To Assist In Alleged Animal Cruelty Case
Release #:  10-186  Updated:  August 3, 2010

Come On Out For The Pinellas Sheriff’s Police Athletic League Fundraiser At The Ballpark! Featuring PCSO vs. CPD In A Softball Challenge
Release #:  10-185  Updated:  August 3, 2010

Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Crash On Indian Rocks Beach Bridge
Release #:  10-184  Updated:  August 1, 2010

Detectives Are Investigating An Early Morning House Fire In Largo
Release #:  10-183  Updated:  July 31, 2010

Inmate Found Unresponsive In His Bunk Is Later Pronounced Dead At Local Hospital - Investigation Is Underway
Release #:  10-182  Updated:  July 27, 2010

Missing St. Petersburg Man Is Found With "Project Lifesaver"
Release #:  10-181  Updated:  June 26, 2010

Corey Hicks, The Suspect In The Homicide of His Mother, Debbie Neace, Is Shot and Killed By Mobile, Alabama Police During Arrest Attempt
Release #:  10-180  Updated:  July 26, 2010

Homicide Detectives Investigating The Death of a Pinellas Park Area Woman
Release #:  10-179  Updated:  July 25, 2010

Marine Unit Deputies Respond To Crash of Two Personal Watercrafts At Canal Near Bayside Bridge; One Person Injured
Release #:  10-178  Updated:  July 23, 2010

Woman Hospitalized After Near Drowning
Release #:  10-177  Updated:  July 23, 2010

Update: (Detectives Have Released The Man's Name)
Body Found Floating In Lake Tarpon; Not Far From Boat Found Adrift

Release #:  10-176  Updated:  July 23, 2010

Fourth Round Of “Operation Medicine Cabinet” Is Just One Month Away On August 21st; Statewide Effort With 19 Drop-Off Sites Throughout Pinellas County
Release #:  10-175  Updated:  July 21, 2010

Economic Crimes Detectives Arrest Clearwater Woman In Connection With Theft Of Nearly $176,000 From Her Employer
Release #:  10-174  Updated:  July 20, 2010

Excited Campers Depart For A Week Of Fun At The Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches Caruth Camp 2010
Release #:  10-173  Updated:  July 19, 2010

Narcotics Detectives Wrap Up “Operation Spring Hill” With 28 Arrests So Far
Release #:  10-172  Updated:  July 19, 2010

Marine Unit Deputy Rescues Man From Bayside Bridge Fender System After His Sailboat Overturns
Release #:  10-171  Updated:  July 18, 2010

M.A.I.T. Investigates Single Car Crash Into Guard Rail, Palm Tree On Indian Rocks Causeway; Driver Seriously Injured
Release #:  10-170  Updated:  July 18, 2010

Deputies Arrest Suspect For DUI And Possession Of A Controlled Substance In Connection With March Deputy-Involved Crash (See Press Release 10-067)
Release #:  10-169  Updated:  July 17, 2010

Deputies Arrest Seminole Man For Interference With Child Custody
Release #:  10-168  Updated:  July 15, 2010

Deputies Respond To Safety Harbor Pet Store, Find 56 Puppies In Unclean Conditions
Release #:  10-167  Updated:  July 15, 2010

K9 Captures Clearwater Man After Pursuit Of A Stolen Vehicle
Release #:  10-166  Updated:  July 15, 2010

Detectives Arrest Two Men For The Robbery Of A Pharmacy In Palm Harbor
(One Of The Men Is Also Arrested For A Past Pharmacy Robbery In Seminole)

Release #:  10-165  Updated:  July 15, 2010

Woman Who Wanders From Care Facility Is Found With "Project Lifesaver"
Marks First Successful Search and Return Using Tracking Equipment

Release #:  10-164  Updated:  July 13, 2010

Update: He has Been Found:
Missing Adult; Deputies Are Requesting The Public’s Help To Locate Dementia Victim

Release #:  10-163  Updated:  July 13, 2010

Dispute Over Reckless Driver Ends In Shooting
Release #:  10-162  Updated:  July 12, 2010

UPDATE:
Detectives Are Investigating A Fatal House Fire In Unincorporated Clearwater (The Deceased Has Been Positively Identified)

Release #:  10-161  Updated:  July 12, 2010

Toddler Saved From Drowning
Release #:  10-160  Updated:  July 11, 2010

Non Life Threatening Injuries For Woman Struck By Vehicle
Release #:  10-159  Updated:  July 11, 2010

Arson Detectives Investigate Seminole Carport Fire That Damaged Five Vehicles
Release #:  10-158  Updated:  July 9, 2010

Detectives Arrest Three Suspects For Trafficking In Oxycodone;  Seek Public's Help In Identifying Additional Suspects
Release #:  10-157  Updated:  July 9, 2010

Assistant Inmate Records Supervisor Arrested For Misdemeanor DUI Following Crash On Pinellas County Jail Property
Release #:  10-156  Updated:  July 7, 2010

Sheriff's Office Member Promoted To CPID Program Administrator
Release #:  10-155  Updated:  July 7, 2010

Sheriff’s PAL Announces "The Cops And Kids Golf Challenge” At Brooker Creek Golf Club
Release #:  10-154  Updated:  July 6, 2010

Detectives Arrest Man Who Killed His Roomate During An Argument
Release #:  10-153  Updated:  July 6, 2010

Deputies Are Asking The Public To Stay Safe Around Water This 4th of July Weekend
Release #:  10-152  Updated:  July 1, 2010

Woman Is  Airlifted To Bayfront After Single Vehicle Crash
Release #:  10-151  Updated:  June 27, 2010

The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Explorers Are Top Guns At State Competition
Release #:  10-150  Updated:  June 26, 2010

Off-Duty Deputy Assists Woman Out of Burning Residence
Release #:  10-149  Updated:  June 26, 2010

Traffic Crash Investigators Respond To Three Vehicle Crash In Clearwater
Release #:  10-148  Updated:  June 25, 2010

Vehicle Vs. Building In Largo
Release #:  10-147  Updated:  June 23, 2010

Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Deputy Involved Traffic Crash
Release #:  10-146  Updated:  June 23, 2010

Palm Harbor Man Arrested For Unlawful Sex Act With A Minor
Release #:  10-145  Updated:  June 18, 2010

Great Photo Opportunity:
Teen Driver Challenge Course This Weekend

Release #:  10-144  Updated:  June 17, 2010

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Police Athletic League Summer Programs Are All Open
Release #:  10-143  Updated:  June 17, 2010

Deputies Investigate Delivery of Suspicious Package From Overseas To Dunedin Home; Discover Medications
Release #:  10-142  Updated:  June 16, 2010

Clearwater Man’s Body Found Floating In A Oldsmar Lake
Release #:  10-141  Updated:  June 14, 2010

Deputies Respond To Near Drowning Incident In Palm Harbor
Release #:  10-140  Updated:  June 14, 2010

Update:
Backyard Pool Drowning In Palm Harbor That Leaves Three-Year-Old Hospitalized Has Died

Release #:  10-139  Updated:  June 14, 2010

Detectives Arrested A Clearwater Man For Sexual Battery On A Child Under 12 Years-Of-Age
Release #:  10-138  Updated:  June 11, 2010

Sheriff’s Office And Pinellas County Set To Unveil ‘Crime Viewer’ Website, Putting Crime Data At Citizen’s Fingertips
Release #:  10-137  Updated:  June 11, 2010

Deputies Investigate Vehicle Crash Into A Vacant Building On Madeira Beach
Release #:  10-136  Updated:  June 7, 2010

Update:

Woman In Belleair Shore Beach Rescue Has Died

Release #:  10-135  Updated:  June 2, 2010

Deputy Traps Alligator Found Walking Down Palm Harbor Sidewalk
Release #:  10-134  Updated:  May 31, 2010

Detention Deputies Thwart Attempted Escape Of Inmate Sentenced To 30-Years
Release #:  10-133  Updated:  May 31, 2010

***Update at 7:00 a.m. On 5/30/2010 Deceased Woman Identified***
Vehicle Over Seawall Into Water In Madeira Beach; One Person Dead

Release #:  10-132  Updated:  May 30, 2010

Resident Injured In Palm Harbor Condo Fire Started After Cigarette Lighter Placed Close To Oxygen Machine
Release #:  10-131  Updated:  May 28, 2010

Pinellas Deputies To Promote Roadway And Boating Safety Over The Memorial Day Weekend
Release #:  10-130  Updated:  May 28, 2010

Effective July 6, 2010 the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Will No Longer Serve Non-Enforceable Civil Process
Release #:  10-129  Updated:  May 27, 2010

Seminole Man Hospitalized After He Is Mauled By His Own Dog
Release #:  10-128  Updated:  May 26, 2010

Sheriff’s Detectives Arrest A St. Petersburg Man For Aggravated Child Abuse
Release #:  10-127  Updated:  May 22, 2010

Pinellas Sheriff's Annual Awards Ceremony Recognizes Bravery and Achievement
Release #:  10-126  Updated:  May 18, 2010

Pinellas Law Enforcement Collects Nearly 800 Pounds Of Prescription Drugs In Today's Operation Medicine Cabinet Event.
Release #:  10-125  Updated:  May 15, 2010

Woman Forgets Gun Is In Her Carry On Bag - She Is Arrested At St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport
Release #:  10-124  Updated:  May 15, 2010

Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Deputy Involved Traffic Crash
Release #:  10-123  Updated:  Friday, May 14, 2010

All Set For "Operation Medicine Cabinet" This Saturday May 15th; Recent Arrests Highlight The Problem Of Illegal Activity Involving Prescription Drugs
Release #:  10-122  Updated:  May 14, 2010

Late Night Shooting Leaves One Person Injured
Release #:  10-121  Updated:  Friday, May 14, 2010

Deputies Investigate Crash Of Vehicle Into House; No Serious Injuries
Release #:  10-120  Updated:  May 12, 2010

Detectives Investigate Death Of Safety Harbor Man
Release #:  10-119  Updated:  May 12, 2010

Pinellas Law Enforcement Memorial Set for Wednesday, May 12, 2010. Guest Speaker Is A. Brian Albritton, U.S. Attorney For The Middle District of Florida
Release #:  10-118  Updated:  May 11, 2010

Pinellas County Jail Nurse Arrested For Worthless Check Warrant
Release #:  10-117  Updated:  May 10, 2010

Vehicle Vs. Pedestrians Crash In Redington Beach Injures Child
Release #:  10-116  Updated:  May 10, 2010

***Update, Group Photo Attached***“Operation Island Cleanup” This Friday, May 7, 2010 On The Shell Key Preserve
Release #:  10-115  Updated:  May 6, 2010

Deputy Arrested For Domestic Battery
Release #:  10-114  Updated:  May 5, 2010

Great Photo-Op Aboard Sheriff's Marine Unit
Special Olympics Torch To Cross Tampa Bay In Relay From Pinellas To Tampa In Continuation of Law Enforcement Torch Run Event

Release #:  10-113  Updated:  May 4, 2010

Woman Hospitalized With Serious Injuries After Being Struck By Van On Gulf Blvd.
Release #:  10-112  Updated:  May 3, 2010

Sheriff Jim Coats Submits FY 2010-2011 Line Item Budget To Board of County Commissioners and County Administrator
Release #:  10-111  Updated:  May 3, 2010

Early Morning Shooting In Parking Lot Of Night Club Leaves Two Injured
Release #:  10-110  Updated:  May 03, 2010

Pinellas Law Enforcement Agencies Run "The Torch For Special Olympics" From St. Petersburg Over the Bayside Bridge
Release #:  10-109  Updated:  April 30, 2010

***Update at 11:20 p.m. On 04/29/2010 Suspects Arrested For Cruelty To Animals***
Deputies Conduct Welfare Check In Safety Harbor Home And Discover Dead Cat And Various Abandoned Animals

Release #:  10-108  Updated:  April 29, 2010

The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office And The Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches Announce Summer Camp Enrollment Now Open
Release #:  10-107  Updated:  April 29, 2010

Detectives Arrest Tampa Man For Sex Battery
Release #:  10-106  Updated:  April 28, 2010

***Update At 9:10 p.m. on 04/22/2010 Suspect Is Arrested***
Deputies Respond To Vehicle Vs. Building Crash After Suspect Runs Stop Sign, Sees Deputy And Flees In Car. Following Crash, Suspect Flees On Foot; Over 500 Pills Found In Vehicle

Release #:  10-105  Updated:  April, 22, 2010

Narcotics Unit Members Featured On WEDU-TV Panel "Kids, Alcohol and Prescription Medications"
Release #:  10-104  Updated:  April 21, 2010

Sheriff’s Office Hosts “Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work” Day
Release #:  10-103  Updated:  April 20, 2010

Detectives Arrest Palm Harbor Man For Lewd And Lascivious Battery On A Minor
Release #:  10-102  Updated:  April 21, 2010

Sheriff Jim Coats Hosts Community Forums To Discuss Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Services
Release #:  10-101  Updated:  April 20, 2010

This Saturday Sheriff Coats And Staff Go Bowling For Big Brothers Big Sisters In "Bowl For Kids' Sake"
Release #:  10-100  Updated:  April 20, 2010

***Update on 04/21/2010 at 4:15 p.m. Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested***
Detectives Investigate Bank Robbery In Belleair Bluffs

Release #:  10-099  Updated:  April 20, 2010

Sheriff’s Office Observes 2010 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week; Sergeant Receives Victim Advocates Award
Release #:  10-098  Updated:  April 19, 2010

“Operation Medicine Cabinet” Is Back For A Third Round With Ten Drop-Off Locations
Release #:  10-097  Updated:  April 19, 2010

Office of the State Attorney, 6th Judicial Circuit Rules March 20, 2010 Deputy Involved Shooting Is Justified
Release #:  10-096  Updated:  April 16, 2010

Major Accident Investigation Team (M.A.I.T.) Unit Investigates Van vs. Moped In Safety Harbor
Release #:  10-095  Updated:  April 16,2009

Registration Is Open For The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office 5th Annual Explorer Academy
Release #:  10-094  Updated:  April 16, 2010

Pinellas Sheriff Jim Coats Announces Four Promotions. Members To Receive  Badges At Promotion Ceremony
Release #:  10-093  Updated:  April 15, 2010

Detectives Arrest A Madeira Beach Man For Lewd and Lascivious Battery On A Child Under 16
Release #:  10-092  Updated:  April 15, 2010

Dedicated School Crossing Guards Honored At Maybelle Rollins Bradford Awards Luncheon
Release #:  10-091  Updated:  April 13, 2010

Deputies Arrest Palm Harbor Man For Child Neglect After Child Is Seen Running In Roadway
Release #:  10-090  Updated:  April 12, 2010

Crimes Against Children Detectives Arrest Chicago Man For Video Voyeurism
Release #:  10-089  Updated:  April 12, 2010

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Recognizes National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Release #:  10-088  Updated:  April 12, 2010

Road Rage Incident Leads To Serious Injury; Three Arrested
Release #:  10-087  Updated:  April 12, 2010

Deputies Investigate Fatal Crash In Gulfport
Release #:  10-086  Updated:  April 10, 2010

Late Night Fire At Business Center Reveals Marijuana Grow Operation
Release #:  10-085  Updated:  April 9, 2010

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office To Host “2010 Sniper Week”
Release #:  10-084  Updated:  April 7, 2010

Fisherman Tows Target Practice Drone To Madeira Beach Dock
Release #:  10-083  Updated:  April 5, 2010

Five Retired Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Canines Honored At Memorial Service
Release #:  10-082  Updated:  April 5, 2010

Arrest Made In Early Morning Stabbing Incident
Release #:  10-081  Updated:  April 4, 2010

Sheriff's Deputies To Deliver Easter Holiday Meals
Release #:  10-080  Updated:  April 1, 2010

Deputies Arrest Jewelry Store Robbery Suspect After He Attempted To Flee, Was Pursued By Employee And Crashed Getaway Vehicle Into A Palm Tree
Release #:  10-079  Updated:  March 31, 2010

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Narcotics Detectives Serve Search Warrant At Local Business That Is Operating Illegal Gambling Machines
Release #:  10-078  Updated:  March 31, 2010

Arrest Is Made In Liquor Store Armed Robbery After Tips Are Received From The Public
Release #:  10-077  Updated:  March 30, 2010

Crime Stoppers of Pinellas County Unveils Cold Case Billboards
Release #:  10-076  Updated:  March 30, 2010

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Is Reaccredited With High Marks At National Conference
Release #:  10-075  Updated:  March 29, 2010

Accidental Shooting Leaves One Man Injured
Release #:  10-074  Updated:  March 26, 2010

***Update at 11:30 a.m. on 3/26/2010 Results: 10 Citations Issued On First Detail***
Sheriff’s Office Awarded Grant For Primary Seatbelt Enforcement; First Detail Set For March 25th

Release #:  10-073  Updated:  March 24, 2010

Detectives Investigate Clearwater Shooting That Left Two Men Dead And One Critically Injured. Deputy Involved Shooting Later, Leaves Armed Suspect Dead
Release #:  10-072  Updated:  March 20, 2010

Detectives Arrest Twin Brothers and Woman For Conspiracy To Traffic In Oxycodone
Release #:  10-071  Updated:  March 20, 2010

Sheriff’s Office Members To Be Recognized For CARES Program At Humane Society’s 18th Annual Mutt Strut
Release #:  10-070  Updated:  March 19, 2010

DUI Arrest Made In Crash Which Seriously Injured A Cyclist
Release #:  10-069  Updated:  March 19, 2010

Detectives Seek Public's Help In Identifying Liquor Store Robber
Release #:  10-068  Updated:  March 18, 2010

Major Accident Investigation Team (M.A.I.T.) Investigates Deputy Involved Vehicle Crash
Release #:  10-067  Updated:  March 17, 2010

Detectives Arrest Largo Man For Lewd And Lascivious Battery On A Minor
Release #:  10-066  Updated:  March 17, 2010

Pinellas Sheriff’s Major Accident Investigation Team Unit (M.A.I.T.) To Conduct Follow Up Investigation Into Deputy Involved Crash
Release #:  10-065  Updated:  March 16, 2010

Suspect Faces Lewd And Lascivious Charges From 2006 Incident
Release #:  10-064  Updated:  March 13, 2010

Robbery Suspect Threatens Victim With A Broken Beer Bottle And Is Arrested
Release #:  10-063  Updated:  March 13, 2010

Sheriff Jim Coats 6th Annual Clearwater Women’s Open Tennis Tournament To Benefit The Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Suncoast and PAL

Special Event:
A tennis challenge match charity fundraiser between radio host Bubba The Love Sponge and attorney Kevin Hayslett on Sunday, March 14th.

Release #:  10-062  Updated:  March 12, 2010

Deputies Investigate Deputy Involved Vehicle Crash
Release #:  10-061  Updated:  March 12, 2010

Two Vehicle Crash Claims One Life
Release #:  10-060  Updated:  March 11, 2010

Marine Unit Responds To Personal Watercraft Crash; One Person With Minor Injuries
Release #:  10-059  Updated:  March 10, 2010

Deputies Respond To Palm Harbor Condo Fire
Release #:  10-058  Updated:  March 9, 2010

Search For Suspect At Pinellas/Pasco County Line Ends With Arrest Following Multi Agency Cooperation
Release #:  10-057  Updated:  March 8, 2010

Detectives Seek Public's Help In Identifying CVS Pharmacy Robber
Release #:  10-056  Updated:  March 8, 2010

Detectives Arrest Clearwater Man In Murder For Hire Plot
Release #:  10-055  Updated:  March 5, 2010

K-9 Unit Arrests Residential Burglary Suspect
Release #:  10-054  Updated:  March 4, 2010

Detectives Arrest Absconded Sexual Predator
Release #:  10-053  Updated:  March 02, 2010

Detectives Arrest Suspect In St. Petersburg Bank Robbery
Release #:  10-052  Updated:  March 1, 2010

Detectives Seek Public's Help In Identifying Palm Harbor Bank Robber
Release #:  10-051  Updated:  March 1, 2010

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Participates In Statewide Click It Or Ticket Campaign
Release #:  10-050  Updated:  March 1, 2010

Detectives Investigate Drowning Of 17-Month Old Boy
Release #:  10-049  Updated:  February 27, 2010

NFL Player To Speak To Inmates At Pinellas County Jail
Release #:  10-048  Updated:  February 25, 2010

Seminole Man Arrested On Sex Battery Charges
Release #:  10-047  Updated:  February 24, 2010

Deputies Arrest Woman For December Crash In Dunedin; Vehicle Struck A Building (For Further Info See Press Release #09-330)
Release #:  10-046  Updated:  February 24, 2010

Deputy Arrested For DUI After Traffic Crash
Release #:  10-045  Updated:  February 23, 2010

Pinellas Sheriff's PAL Celebrates Grand Opening Of New Center In Dunedin
Release #:  10-044  Updated:  February 23, 2010

Marine Unit Deputies Assist Passengers And Crew Off Tour Boat After Report Of Fire In Engine
Release #:  10-043  Updated:  February 22, 2010

Deputies Receive Training On Project Lifesaver Program (Photo Op); Families And Caregivers Of Persons With Alzheimer’s, Dementia And Autisms Invited To Register With Program (For Further Details See Press Release # 09-072)
Release #:  10-042  Updated:  February 22, 2010

Sheriff Jim Coats 6th Annual Clearwater Women’s Open Tennis Tournament To Benefit The Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Suncoast and PAL
Release #:  10-041  Updated:  February 22, 2010

Deputies Respond To Call Of Two Grenades Found In St. Petersburg Home
Release #:  10-040  Updated:  February 19, 2010

Minor Injuries In Deputy-Involved Crash
Release #:  10-039  Updated:  February 19, 2010

Narcotics Detectives Arrest Palm Harbor Man And Seize 62 Marijuana Plants During Grow House Operation
Release #:  10-038  Updated:  February 18, 2010

The Pinellas County Diversion Task Force Initiative Wraps Up A Ten Month Long Investigation With “Operation Pill Poppers” Round-Up; With A Street Value of Over $750,000
Release #:  10-037  Updated:  February 15, 2010

Pinellas County Sheriff Jim Coats Reappointed By Governor Crist To Florida Violent Crime And Drug Control Council
Release #:  10-036  Updated:  February 15, 2010

Chimpanzee Attacks Volunteer At Palm Harbor Chimp Farm
Release #:  10-035  Updated:  February 12, 2010

Deputies Respond to Local Hospital After Apparent Homemade Explosive Device Is Discovered
Release #:  10-034  Updated:  February 12, 2010

Elderly Driver's Condition Is Life-Theatening After Crash
Release #:  10-033  Updated:  February 11, 2010

Detectives Arrest Suspect For Lewd And Lascivious Molestation On A  Child
Release #:  10-032  Updated:  February 10, 2010

Detention Deputy Arrested For Misdemeanor Warrant
Release #:  10-031  Updated:  February 10, 2010

New Teen Driver Challenge Course Set To Begin; Student Drivers Invited To Enroll
Release #:  10-030  Updated:  February 8, 2010

***Update At 8:25 p.m. On February 6, 2010 Missing Woman Found***
Deputies Seek Public's Help In Locating Elderly Missing And Endangered St. Petersburg Woman; Silver Alert Is Issued

Release #:  10-029  Updated:  February 6, 2010

Detectives Arrest Palm Harbor Man For Capital Sexual Battery On A Child
Release #:  10-028  Updated:  February 4, 2010

Early Morning Shooting Leaves One Dead, One Clinging To Life, And One In Custody
Release #:  10-027  Updated:  February 4, 2010

Sheriff’s Office Set To Honor Guards On School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day 2010
Release #:  10-026  Updated:  February 4, 2010

Deputies Seek Armed Suspect In Clearwater Fresh Produce Grocery Store Robbery
Release #:  10-025  Updated:  February 3, 2010

Deputies Investigate Vehicle Vs. Bicycle Crash In Indian Rocks Beach
Release #:  10-024  Updated:  February 2, 2010

Detectives Arrest St. Petersburg Man For Child Neglect After Shooting Child In Head With An Air Powered BB Gun
Release #:  10-023  Updated:  February 2, 2010

Sheriff’s Office Members Are Recognized For Their Professionalism At Pinellas County Commissioner John Marroni’s 15th Annual Awards Dinner For Emergency Personnel
Release #:  10-022  Updated:  February 2, 2010

Juvenile Steals His Mother’s Vehicle And Crashes Into House
Release #:  10-021  Updated:  February 2, 2010

As Census Nears, Beware Of Census Scams And Unrelated "Census"
Notices And Events

Release #:  10-020  Updated:  February 1, 2010

Woman Charged In November Crash Which Injures Deputy
Release #:  10-019  Updated:  January 28, 2010

S.P.O.T. Unit Detectives Arrest Utah Fugitive At Clearwater Homeless Shelter
Release #:  10-018  Updated:  January 28, 2010

Burglar Captured After He Tries To Get Away By Using A Pedal Boat To Cross Lake Tarpon
Release #:  10-017  Updated:  January 25, 2010

Pinellas Sheriff's PAL Opens New Center In Dunedin Tonight
Release #:  10-016  Updated:  January 25, 2010

Shots Fired At Occupied Dwelling Under Investigation
Release #:  10-015  Updated:  January 24, 2010

Citizen Recognition Photo-Op

Citizens To Be Recognized For Crime Prevention Work At Pinellas Sheriff's 11th Annual Community Service Awards

Release #:  10-014  Updated:  January 22, 2010

Five Juveniles Arrested Following Disturbance At Dunedin High School
Release #:  10-013  Updated:  January 22, 2010

Pursuit Ends With Two Suspects In Custody, AK47 Recovered
Release #:  10-012  Updated:  January 19, 2010

Deputies Arrest Kenneth City Man Following Burglary and Stabbing Incident
Release #:  10-011  Updated:  January 16, 2010

Two Arrested For Allegedly Dealing In Stolen Delivery Pallets Worth Thousands of Dollars
Release #:  10-010  Updated:  January 14, 2009

Early Morning Fire Totals Vessel - Live Aboard Owner And Dog Unhurt
Release #:  10-009  Updated:  January 14, 2010

Narcotics Detectives Wrap Up Six Month Long Investigation With Round Up Of Prescription Drug Dealer Suspects
Release #:  10-008  Updated:  January 13, 2010

Arson Unit Detectives Investigate Residential Fire In Palm Harbor; No Injuries
Release #:  10-007  Updated:  January 13, 2010

Detectives Investigate Early Morning Shooting One Person Is Injured
Release #:  10-006  Updated:  January 10, 2010

Detectives Investigate Condo Fire Death
Release #:  10-005  Updated:  January 10,2010

Detectives Arrest Pinellas County Public Defender's Office Interviewer For Official Misconduct
Release #:  10-004  Updated:  January 6, 2010

Pinellas County Sheriff Jim Coats Announces Sergeant Promotion
Release #:  10-003  Updated:  January 6, 2010

Arson Detectives Release Video And Seeks Public's Help In Identifying Suspect In December Seminole Vehicle Fire (For further Info See Release 09-317)
Release #:  10-002  Updated:  January 5, 2009

Driver Dies After His Vehicle Crashes Into Tree
Release #:  10-001  Updated:  January 1, 2010

Burglar Caught While Trying To Hide From Deputies
Release #:  09-334  Updated:  December 31, 2009

Deputy Involved Vehicle Crash Investigated By FHP
Release #:  09-333  Updated:  December 30, 2009

Detectives Seek The Public's Help Indentifying Burglary/Credit Fraud Suspect
Release #:  09-332  Updated:  Tuesday December 29, 2009

Palm Harbor Apartment Complex Fire Is Under Investigation
Release #:  09-331  Updated:  Monday December 28, 2009

Deputies Investigate Crash That Ended When Vehicle Struck A Building; Driver Seriously Injured
Release #:  09-330  Updated:  December 28, 2009

Deputies Respond To Dunedin Apartment Fire After Deputy Reported Fire
Release #:  09-329  Updated:  December 27, 2009

Deputies Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash On Indian Rocks Beach Bridge
Release #:  09-328  Updated:  December 26, 2009

***Update At 11:45 a.m. on 12/27/2009 Female Victim Of Mobile Home Fire Has Died***
Arson Unit Detectives Investigate Largo Mobile Home Fire; Two People Injured

Release #:  09-327  Updated:  December 26, 2009

Deer Corralled In Publix Is Later Released In Brooker Creek Preserve
Release #:  09-326  Updated:  December 23, 2009

Detectives Arrest Suspect In 30-Year-Old Sex Battery On A Child
Release #:  09-325  Updated:  December 23, 2009

Detectives Seek Public’s Help In Identifying Two Women Who Used  Stolen Credit Cards At Local Store
Release #:  09-324  Updated:  December 23, 2009

Local Youth Perform Community Service In Pinellas Sheriff's "Graffiti Response Program"
Release #:  09-323  Updated:  December 22, 2009

Sheriff's Deputies To Deliver Holiday Meals
Release #:  09-322  Updated:  December 22, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff Jim Coats Announces Lieutenant Promotion
Release #:  09-321  Updated:  December 22, 2009

Wanted Fugitive Captured In Hillsborough County
Release #:  09-320  Updated:  December 18, 2009

Palm Harbor Man Arrested For Pointing A Laser At A Sheriff’s Helicopter While In Flight
Release #:  09-319  Updated:  December 17, 2009

Deputies To Load Cruisers With Christmas Packages And Nearly 100 Bikes In Sheriff's "Christmas Sharing Project" Deliveries
Release #:  09-318  Updated:  December 17, 2009

Arson Detectives Investigate Vehicle Fire and Possible Attempts In Seminole
Release #:  09-317  Updated:  December 14, 2009

Deputies Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash On Indian Rocks Beach Bridge
Release #:  09-316  Updated:  December 12, 2009

Arson Unit Investigates Fire At Lealman Abandoned Mobile Home Park
Release #:  09-315  Updated:  December 12, 2009

Criminal Justice Specialist Arrested For Forging Documents To Gain Access To An Inmate's Account
Release #:  09-314  Updated:  December 11, 2009

Detectives Seek Public's Help In Identifying Armed Robbery Suspect
Release #:  09-313  Updated:  December 10, 2009

The Public Is Welcome To Saturday’s Open House At New Pinellas County Sheriff’s PAL Sports Complex
Release #:  09-312  Updated:  December 9, 2009

Deputies "Shop for Santa" To Help Over 400 Children And Their Families Registered With The Sheriff's Christmas Sharing Project
Release #:  09-311  Updated:  December 8, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Hunt For A Suspect Who Robbed A Bank Dressed As A Woman Ends In Corpus Christi, Texas
Release #:  09-310  Updated:  December 03, 2009

***Update: The Bicyclist Has Died***Major Accident Investigation Team (M.A.I.T.) Investigates Vehicle vs. Bicyclist In Seminole
Release #:  09-309  Updated:  November 25, 2009

Pursuit of Theft Suspects Ends With Two Suspects In Custody And The Merchandise Recovered
Release #:  09-308  Updated:  November 25, 2009

***Update: Suspects Have Been Identified***Pursuit of Stolen Vehicle Ends With Two Suspects In Custody Found In The Vehicle Was Crack Cocaine and Marijuana
Release #:  09-307  Updated:  November 24, 2009

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Pinellas County Sheriff’s “Ride & Run With The Stars” Combines Bicycling and Running Events In Holiday Fundraiser For Families In Need

Release #:  09-306  Updated:  November 23, 2009

Marine Unit Deputies Respond To Call Of Two Men Who Swam To Shore After Their Vessel Over-Turned Off Crystal Beach
Release #:  09-305  Updated:  November 22, 2009

Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Crash In Which Deputy Cruiser Is Struck Head-On
Release #:  09-304  Updated:  November 21, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Detectives Seek The Publics Help Locating A Wanted Fugitive
Release #:  09-303  Updated:  November 20, 2009

Sheriff's Deputies Will Deliver Thanksgiving Holiday Meals To Families In Need
Release #:  09-302  Updated:  November 19, 2009

Subject Arrested After Fleeing Crash Scene Where Deputy Sheriff Is Injured
Release #:  09-301  Updated:  November 18, 2009

Narcotics Detectives Announce Results From "Operation Adult Use"
Release #:  09-300  Updated:  November 18, 2009

Man Is Struck By Vehicle While Crossing Seminole Blvd.
Release #:  09-299  Updated:  November 17, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Members "Go To School" For "The Great American Teach In"
Release #:  09-298  Updated:  November 17, 2009

Deputies Respond To Fire At Healthcare Facility
Release #:  09-297  Updated:  November 16, 2009

UPDATE:
Missing Man and "Silver Alert" Subject Is Recovered In Traffic Stop

Release #:  09-296  Updated:  nOVEMBER 15, 2009

"Silver Alert" Is Issued For Palm Harbor Man Last Seen Saturday, November 14, 2009
Release #:  09-295  Updated:  November 14, 2009

Second Pinellas Operation Medicine Cabinet Nets Over 400 Pounds Of Prescription Drugs
Release #:  09-294  Updated:  November 14, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff's Major Accident Investigation Team Responds To Two Vehicle Crash Involving A Deputy
Release #:  09-293  Updated:  November 13, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Detectives Identify November 6, 2009 Bank Robbery Suspect
Release #:  09-292  Updated:  November 13, 2009

Deputies Investigate Fatal Crash In Oldsmar
Release #:  09-291  Updated:  November 13, 2009

Ironman Event On Saturday To Impact Major Pinellas Traffic Routes
Release #:  09-290  Updated:  November 13, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff Jim Coats Announces Sergeant Promotion
Release #:  09-289  Updated:  November 12, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Detectives Arrested An Indian Rocks Beach Man For Capital Sexual Battery, and Lewd & Lascivious Molestation On A Child Under 12.
Release #:  09-288  Updated:  November 10, 2009

Office of State Attorney, 6th Judicial Circuit Rules October 29th Deputy Involved Shooting Is Justified
Release #:  09-287  Updated:  November 10, 2009

Deputies Respond To A Burglary In Progress And Find A Deer Inside
Release #:  09-286  Updated:  November 7, 2009

Deputies Arrest Student For Possession of Weapons On School Property
Release #:  09-285  Updated:  November 6, 2009

Deputies Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Vs. Pick-Up Truck Crash In Dunedin
Release #:  09-284  Updated:  November 6, 2009

All Set For Pinellas County Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Graduation Ceremony
Release #:  09-283  Updated:  November 6, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Deputies and Detectives Track Pinellas County 15-Year-Old Runaway Girl to Colorado With Absconded Sexual Offender
Release #:  09-282  Updated:  November 5, 2009

Citizens Rescue Woman Who Jumps From Gandy Bridge
Release #:  09-281  Updated:  November 5, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Kicks Off New Community Service Program While Targeting Graffiti
Release #:  09-280  Updated:  November 5, 2009

Deputies Arrest Suspect In Stabbing Incident In Clearwater
Release #:  09-279  Updated:  November 5, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Detention Deputy Arrested For Doctor Shopping, Prescription Fraud and Trafficking
Release #:  09-278  Updated:  November 3, 2009

Detectives Announce Second “Operation Medicine Cabinet” And Highlight Prescription Drug Overdose As Leading Cause Of Accidental Death In Pinellas County After Automobile Crashes
Release #:  09-277  Updated:  November 3, 2009

Inmate Attacks Two Attorneys During Visitation
Release #:  09-276  Updated:  November 2, 2009

Deputies Respond To St. Pete-Clearwater Airport Following Report Of Apparent Airborne Irritant. No Injuries.
Release #:  09-275  Updated:  November 1, 2009

Deputy Notices Redington Beach Restaurant Fire And Assists In Evacuating Guests From Adjacent Motel
Release #:  09-274  Updated:  October 31, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Detectives Serve Search Warrant and Seize Drugs / Firearms
Release #:  09-273  Updated:  October 29, 2009

Detention Deputy Arrested On FTA For Disorderly Conduct
Release #:  09-272  Updated:  October 29, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff's Detectives And ICE Special Agents Serve Search Warrant On Seminole Man Which Leads To Arrest For Sexual Battery On A Child Between 12-18 Years-Of-Age
Release #:  09-271  Updated:  October 29, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff's Deputies and Indian Shores Police Shoot Suspect After He Opens Fire on Them
Release #:  09-270  Updated:  October 29, 2009

Narcotics Overdose Prevention & Education (N.O.P.E.) And Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Host First National Candlelight Vigil
Release #:  09-269  Updated:  October 29, 2009

***Update at 1:50 p.m. on October 29, 2009 Recovered Human Skull Positively Identified As That Of Ruth Keaton***
Recovered Human Skull Preliminarily Identified And Matched To Remains In St. Petersburg Cemetery

Release #:  09-268  Updated:  October 28, 2009

Man Injured In Pit-Bull Attack
Release #:  09-267  Updated:  October 28, 2009

Deputies Respond To Apparent Drowning Of Woman In Residential Pool
Release #:  09-266  Updated:  October 28, 2009

Narcotics Overdose Prevention & Education (N.O.P.E.) And Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Host First National Candlelight Vigil
Release #:  09-265  Updated:  October 26, 2009

Two Teens In Custody On Auto Theft Charges
Release #:  09-264  Updated:  October 26, 2009

Fish Fry Benefiting The Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches
Release #:  09-263  Updated:  October 23, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff's Arson Detectives Investigate Cause of Three Alarm Fire
Release #:  09-262  Updated:  October 23, 2009

Pinellas County Deputies Shoot and Wound Pit-Bull After Pit-Bull Charges Deputies
Release #:  09-261  Updated:  October 21, 2009

Amscot Partners With Sheriff’s Office For Annual Bike Helmet Giveaway (Photo-Op)
Release #:  09-260  Updated:  October 21, 2009

Detectives Arrest Orange County Group Home Employee In Chat-Room Sting
Release #:  09-259  Updated:  October 20, 2009

Deputies Arrest Man For Attempted Residential Burglary In Palm Harbor; Suspect Apprehended By Canine Unit
Release #:  09-258  Updated:  October 20, 2009

Sergeant Thomas Nestor Joins Public Information Office
Release #:  09-257  Updated:  October 20, 2001

Deputies Investigate Vehicle Crash Into Dunedin Home
Release #:  09-256  Updated:  October 20, 2009

Detectives Investigate Death Of Pinellas County Jail Inmate
Release #:  09-255  Updated:  October 18, 2009

Citizens Can Comment On Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Services In A Special Public Session for Agency Accreditation
Release #:  09-254  Updated:  October 15, 2009

Deputies Arrest Suspect Who Rammed Cruiser During A Traffic Stop, Fled, Crashed And Led Deputies On A Search
Release #:  09-253  Updated:  October 14, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff Jim Coats Announces 16 Promotions. Members To Receive  Badges At Promotion Ceremony
Release #:  09-252  Updated:  October 13, 2009

Deputies Respond To Apparent Drowning In Hot Tub
Release #:  09-251  Updated:  October 12, 2009

Man Is Wounded In Shots Fired Incident
Release #:  09-250  Updated:  October 12, 2009

Vehicle Crashes Through Front Of Dunedin Area Restaurant
Release #:  09-249  Updated:  October 11, 2009

One Arrested, Stolen Vehicle Recovered After Pursuit
Release #:  09-248  Updated:  October 10, 2009

Sheriff Jim Coats Golf Tournament To Benefit Children At Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches
Release #:  09-247  Updated:  October 9, 2009

Seminole Man Arrested Following Vehicle Pursuit That Ended In Crash
Release #:  09-246  Updated:  October 7, 2009

Deputies Join Students For 10th Annual "2009 Walk To School Day" Event
Release #:  09-245  Updated:  October 6, 2009

Pinellas Deputies Assist Illinois State Police And Arrest A 74 Year-Old Woman On An Illinois Murder Warrant
Release #:  09-244  Updated:  October 5, 2009

Deputies Arrest Madeira Beach Man After He Burglarizes Jewelry Store, Hotel Room And Strikes Deputy and K-9 Partner
Release #:  09-243  Updated:  October 3, 2009

Marine Tactical Operations Training Set To Begin In Pinellas County; Excellent Photo–Op During Practical Exercises Of Casting-Off Vessels and Beach Entry
Release #:  09-242  Updated:  October 2, 2009

Detectives Arrest Get-Away Driver In Connection With July Convenience Store Armed Robbery (For Further Details See Press Release #09-173)
Release #:  09-241  Updated:  October 1, 2009

Deputies Arrest Suspect For Armed Robbery At An Oldsmar Pharmacy Store
Release #:  09-240  Updated:  October 1, 2009

Man Whose Cats Were Removed From Indian Rocks Beach Home Is Arrested For Stealing Cat From SPCA Vehicle (For Further Detail See Press Release #09-235)
Release #:  09-239  Updated:  October 1, 2009

Deputies Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash In Dunedin
Release #:  09-238  Updated:  September 30, 2009

Osceola High School Student  Arrested For Carrying Concealed Gun On School Bus
Release #:  09-237  Updated:  September 30, 2009

New “Narcotics Strategic Diversion Unit” To Attack Rise In Illegal Sales of Prescription Drugs

Second “Operation Medicine Cabinet” Event Scheduled

Release #:  09-236  Updated:  September 30, 2009

Deputies Assist As 25 Live And One Dead Cat Are Removed From Indian Rocks Beach Apartment; Apartment Declared Uninhabitable
Release #:  09-235  Updated:  September 29, 2009

Citizens Are Invited To Comment On Sheriff's Office Services And Performance During Inspection For Agency Accreditation
Release #:  09-234  Updated:  September 29, 2009

Deputy Lures Aggressive Pit Bulls Into Cruiser With Dog Treats
Release #:  09-233  Updated:  September 28, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff's Advisory Board Hosts Fundraiser For Youth Programs With A Wild Game Dinner & Turkey Shoot
Release #:  09-232  Updated:  September 23, 2009

Deputies Arrest Teen With A Gun After A Neighborhood Search And Temporary Lock Down Of Three Schools
Release #:  09-231  Updated:  September 22, 2009

Joshua Dean West Arrested In Connection With April 2009 Vehicle Vs Pedestrian Crash That Injured Andrew Hall (For Further Information See Press Release # 09-085)
Release #:  09-230  Updated:  September 22, 2009

Sheriff’s Office Launches New Initiative: Spanish Classes For Deputies; An Intensive One-Year Program
Release #:  09-229  Updated:  September 22, 2009

Missing Adult Registered With "Project Lifesaver " Is Found Before Tracking Equipment Is Activated
Release #:  09-228  Updated:  September 22, 2009

Search Warrant Results In Child Pornography Related Charges For Clearwater Man
Release #:  09-227  Updated:  September 21, 2009

Marine Unit Deputies Investigate Boat Crash On Lake Tarpon; Deputies Say Wearing Life Vest Saved Injured Man's Life
Release #:  09-226  Updated:  September 20, 2009

Deputies Investigate Motorcycle Crash In Madeira Beach That Left One Man Injured; Witnesses To Crash Are Asked To Call The Sheriff's Office
Release #:  09-225  Updated:  September 20, 2009

Marine Unit Investigates Single Vessel Crash Off John's Pass; One Person Injured
Release #:  09-224  Updated:  September 19, 2009

Second Of Three Suspects Arrested In Connection With Home Invasion/Shooting on August 24th (For Further Details See Press Release #s 09-200, 203 and 206)
Release #:  09-223  Updated:  September 16, 2009

Deputies Arrest Two Men After They Burglarize ATM Machine In Madeira Beach
Release #:  09-222  Updated:  September 15, 2009

Bicyclist In Critical Condition After Collision With U.S. Postal Service Truck
Release #:  09-221  Updated:  September 10, 2009

Seminole Man Arrested After Sending Pictures Of Explosive Devices To Estranged Wife And Then Leaving The Explosives In The Home
Release #:  09-220  Updated:  September 9, 2009

New Time Schedule In Effect To Make Reservations For Video Visitation At Jail,  And Mobile Video Visitation Bus Adds A Stop
Release #:  09-219  Updated:  September 9, 2009

Man Is Injured In Industrial Accident
Release #:  09-218  Updated:  September 8, 2009

Woman Arrested For Carrying A Concealed Firearm After She Left Her Purse With A Gun Inside Of It In The Courtyard Of Clearwater Criminal Courts Complex
Release #:  09-217  Updated:  September 8, 2009

Couple Arrested For Child Neglect After Home With Five Children Found In Deplorable Conditions
Release #:  09-216  Updated:  September 8, 2009

Daughter Collides With Father In Jet Ski Crash
Release #:  09-215  Updated:  September 7, 2009

***Update at 3:20 p.m. On 09/05/09 Names Of Deceased In Crash Released***
Marine Unit Deputies Respond To Ultra Light Plane Crash In Boca Ciega Bay; Two Persons Deceased

Release #:  09-214  Updated:  September 5, 2009

Suspect Arrested For Armed Robbery And Aggravated Assault After Victim And Witnesses Stop Him In The Act
Release #:  09-213  Updated:  September 4, 2009

Deputies and Tampa Police Bomb Squad Assist Citizen In Disposing of Grenade
Release #:  09-212  Updated:  September 4, 2009

Marine Enforcement Deputies Conduct Labor Day Weekend Boating Safety Awareness Campaign
Release #:  09-211  Updated:  September 4, 2009

Husband /Wife Arrested In Convenience Store Robbery - With Child In The Car
Release #:  09-210  Updated:  September 4, 2009

Detectives Investigate Mobile Home Fire In St. Petersburg
Release #:  09-209  Updated:  September 2, 2009

License Plate Recognition System Helps Deputy Nab FBI Wanted Suspect
Release #:  09-208  Updated:  September 2, 2009

Detectives Investigate Armed Robbery At Clearwater Business
Release #:  09-207  Updated:  August 31, 2009

First of Three Suspects Is Arrested In Connection With Home Invasion/Shooting On August 24
Release #:  09-206  Updated:  August 28, 2009

Sheriff Coats, Congressman Bill Young and Executive Director Of DHSMV, Electra Theodorides-Bustle Announce Facial Recognition System Partnership; Pilot Project Is First Of Its Kind In State And Nation
Release #:  09-205  Updated:  August 27, 2009

Round-Up Targets 52 Suspects In Operation Oxy-Con
Release #:  09-204  Updated:  August 26, 2009

Update: Detectives Have Identified And Are Seeking One of the Suspects In Monday's Home Invasion/Shooting
Release #:  09-203  Updated:  August 26, 2009

***Update On 08/28/09 Sixth and Final Suspect Arrested In Phase Two Of Operation Check-Mate***
Operation Check-Mate Nabs Five More Suspects In Phase Two (For Further Detail See Press Release 08-290, 08-321, & 09-126)

Release #:  09-202  Updated:  August 26, 2009

Deputies Investigate Motorcycle vs Sheriff's Cruiser Crash; Motorcyclist Injured
Release #:  09-201  Updated:  August 25, 2009

Investigation Into St. Petersburg Home Invasion/Shooting Continues
Release #:  09-200  Updated:  August 25, 2009

Detectives Determine That Palm Harbor Couple's Death Is Murder-Suicide
Release #:  09-199  Updated:  August 25, 2009

Detectives Investigate Fatal Car Crash In Oldsmar
Release #:  09-198  Updated:  August 25, 2009

***Update At 9:47 a.m. on 08/23/09 Missing Man Found - Returns Himself Home***
Public's Help Sought In Locating Missing and Endangered Clearwater Man

Release #:  09-197  Updated:  August 23, 2009

Detectives Arrest Suspect For Lewd and Lascivious Battery On Two Minor Children
Release #:  09-196  Updated:  August 21, 2009

School Crossing Guards Attend Training In Preparation For The 2009-2010 School Year
Release #:  09-195  Updated:  August 19, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff Jim Coats Announces Law Enforcement Promotions
Release #:  09-194  Updated:  August 19, 2009

UPDATE: Suspect In Armed Robberies On Beaches Is Arrested
Release #:  09-193  Updated:  August 15, 2009

Armed Robber Is Targeting Businesses On The Beaches
Release #:  09-192  Updated:  August 14, 2009

Death Investigation On Gandy Causeway Is Apparent Suicide
Release #:  09-191  Updated:  August 13, 2009

Female Suspect Being Sought In Purse Theft And Credit Card Fraud
Release #:  09-190  Updated:  August 13, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff's Street-Level Drug Dealer Round-Up Has 47 Targets In "Operation Mid-County Clean Up"
Release #:  09-189  Updated:  August 13, 2009

Man Extricated From Vehicle After Crashing Into Concrete Pole
Release #:  09-188  Updated:  August 10, 2009

Juveniles Charged For Throwing Rocks and Bottles at Cars
Release #:  09-187  Updated:  August 7, 2009

Arrested Armed Robbery Suspect Used Assault Rifle
Release #:  09-186  Updated:  August 6, 2009

Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Crashes Following Pursuit; Suspects Arrested
Release #:  09-185  Updated:  August 6, 2009

Detectives Investigate Madeira Beach Store Armed Robbery
Release #:  09-184  Updated:  August 5, 2009

Deputies Investigate Vehicle Vs. Bicycle Crash With Serious Injury
Release #:  09-183  Updated:  August 2, 2009

Man Arrested For Aggravated Assault With A Firearm Following Road Rage Incident On A Bicycle
Release #:  09-182  Updated:  August 2, 2009

Deputies Investigate Oldsmar Fatal Crash
Release #:  09-181  Updated:  July 31, 2009

Swine Flu Test Results Returned For Pinellas County Jail
Release #:  09-180  Updated:  July 30, 2009

Inmates At Pinellas County Jail Exhibit Flu-Like Symptoms. Detention and Corrections/ Medical Staff Initiate A Series Of Proactive Measures.
Release #:  09-179  Updated:  July 27, 2009

Motorcycle Operator Dies After Striking Palm Tree
Release #:  09-178  Updated:  July 25, 2009

Helicopter Pilot and Passengers Swim Away From Water Landing
Release #:  09-177  Updated:  July 24, 2009

UPDATE: 19 of 37 Targeted Suspects Arrested

Narcotics Detectives From the Sheriff's Office and Tarpon Springs Police Join Forces To Round-Up Street Level Dealers In "Summer Sweep"

Release #:  09-176  Updated:  July 24, 2009

Detectives Arrest Teen Involved In Unrelated Tarpon Springs Crash For Vehicle Burglaries And Grand Theft Of A Firearm; Second Suspect Also Arrested
Release #:  09-175  Updated:  July 20, 2009

Deputies Arrest Tampa Woman For A Concealed Weapons Permit Violation After She Carried Gun Through St. Pete/Clearwater Airport Security Checkpoint
Release #:  09-174  Updated:  July 20, 2009

Detectives Investigate Armed Robbery At A St. Petersburg Convenience Store
Release #:  09-173  Updated:  July 19, 2009

Man Arrested For DUI Following Crash With Sheriff's Cruiser
Release #:  09-172  Updated:  July 19, 2009

Pit Bull Attacks And Seriously Injures A Five-Year-Old Boy
Release #:  09-171  Updated:  July 18, 2009

Deputies Respond To A Reported Drowning In Madeira Beach
Release #:  09-170  Updated:  July 17, 2009

Detectives Arrest Safety Harbor Man For Capital Sexual Battery And Other Sex Related Crimes On Two Minor Children
Release #:  09-169  Updated:  July 17, 2009

Deputies Arrest Mother And Daughters After They Attack And Beat Victim With Fists And A Broom Handle
Release #:  09-168  Updated:  July 15, 2009

Marine Unit Deputies Recover Diver Whose Boat Drifted Away
Release #:  09-167  Updated:  July 12, 2009

Suspect Takes Cash Register In Convenience Store Robbery
Release #:  09-166  Updated:  July 12, 2009

Detention Deputy Arrested On Worthless Check Charge
Release #:  09-165  Updated:  July 10, 2009

Suspects Arrested In Connection With Three Separate Road Assault Incidents In Oldsmar
Release #:  09-164  Updated:  July 8, 2009

Detectives Seek Public's Help In Identifying Gas Station Store Armed Robbery Suspect
Release #:  09-163  Updated:  July 7, 2009

Landlord Arrested For Grand Theft In Connection With Theft Of Utility Services In Clearwater Apartments (For Further Info See Press Release # 09-151)
Release #:  09-162  Updated:  July 7, 2009

Sheriff's PAL Summer Sports Camp Starts Tuesday For Lealman Youth - And It's FREE
Release #:  09-161  Updated:  July 6, 2009

Deputies Investigate Vehicle Crash Into Guard Rail At Madeira Beach Elementary School Following Pursuit of Possible Armed Robbery/ Burglary Suspects
Release #:  09-160  Updated:  July 6, 2009

Warehouse Fire Investigation Gets Underway - Estimated Loss Is $1.5 Million
Release #:  09-159  Updated:  July 6, 2009

Marine Unit Deputies Investigate Personal Watercraft Crash; Two Injured
Release #:  09-158  Updated:  July 5, 2009

Road Rage Incident Leads To Shooting In Hospital Parking Lot; Suspect Injured And Arrested
Release #:  09-157  Updated:  July 3, 2009

Detectives Investigate Apparent Accidental Death Of Infant; Child Apparently Choked On Sunflower Seeds
Release #:  09-156  Updated:  July 3, 2009

Deputies Respond To Report of Drowning In Palm Harbor
Release #:  09-155  Updated:  July 2, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff's Facial Recognition System Identifies Miami Bank Robbery Suspect
Release #:  09-154  Updated:  July 2, 2009

Found Boy Reunited With Family; Investigation Continues
Release #:  09-153  Updated:  June 29, 2009

Two Days Remaining To Register Alarm Systems To Comply With False Alarm Ordinance (For Further Info See Press Release # 09-117)
Release #:  09-152  Updated:  June 29, 2009

Deputies Investigate  Possible Theft Of Utility Services In Clearwater Apartments
Release #:  09-151  Updated:  June 26, 2009

Summer Starts For Lealman Youth With Saturday's "Slam Fest" Followed By Sheriff's PAL Summer Sports Camp From July 7th to August 13th
Release #:  09-150  Updated:  June 26, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff's Explorer Post 900 Is  #1  In Florida - For The Second Consecutive Year
Release #:  09-149  Updated:  June 25, 2009

Pinellas County Law Enforcement Crisis Intervention Team Marks Ten Years of Service
Release #:  09-148  Updated:  June 25, 2009

Seminole Bank Robber Arrested (For Further Info See Press Release #09-146)
Release #:  09-147  Updated:  June 19, 2009

Detectives Seek Public's Help In Identifying Seminole Bank Robber
Release #:  09-146  Updated:  June 18, 2009

Criminal Justice Specialist Arrested For Introducing Contraband Into The Pinellas County Jail For An Inmate
Release #:  09-145  Updated:  June 18, 2009

Deputies Investigate Oldsmar Fatal Crash
Release #:  09-144  Updated:  June 16, 2009

Tarpon Springs Man Dies In Crane Accident
Release #:  09-143  Updated:  June 15, 2009

Deputies Respond To Seminole Apartment Fire
Release #:  09-142  Updated:  June 15, 2009

***Update At 11:00 a.m. On 06/15/09 Detectives Identify Two Persons Who Dropped Off Victim At Apartment***
Detectives Investigate A Shooting Death After The Victim  Is Brought To A Local Residence

Release #:  09-141  Updated:  June 15, 2009

Three Arrested As Part Of Operation 'Eagle Claw' - Statewide Marijuana Growhouse Take-Down
Release #:  09-140  Updated:  June 11, 2009

Two Bodies Found In Madeira Beach Apartment
Release #:  09-139  Updated:  June 11, 2009

One-Year-Old Boy Found In Family Pool
Release #:  09-138  Updated:  June 11, 2009

Man Found With Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound Identified
Release #:  09-137  Updated:  June 10, 2009

Madeira Beach Fisherman Lands Live Missile
Release #:  09-136  Updated:  June 8, 2009

Marine Unit Deputies Arrest Okeechobee County Manslaughter Suspect On Charter Fishing Boat
Release #:  09-135  Updated:  June 8, 2009

Suspect Arrested In Connection With Belleair Bluffs Bank Robbery (For Further Information See Press Release #09-040)
Release #:  09-134  Updated:  June 6, 2009

Internet Gambling Investigation Results In Seizure Of Computers, Cash And A Vehicle From Tarpon Springs Business
Release #:  09-133  Updated:  June 4, 2009

Detectives Investigate Apartment Fire In Madeira Beach
Release #:  09-132  Updated:  June 3, 2009

Georgia Man Arrested For Lewd And Lascivious Battery On a Minor And Traveling to Meet  A Minor
Release #:  09-131  Updated:  June 1, 2009

Over 600 Pounds Of Pills And Other Medications Collected In Pinellas County During "Operation Medicine Cabinet"
Release #:  09-130  Updated:  June 1, 2009

***Update At 12:30 p.m. on 6/1/09 Fire Deemed Accidental***
Woman Dies From Injuries In Mobile Home Fire

Release #:  09-129  Updated:  May 31, 2009

Deputy Sheriff Charged With DUI
Release #:  09-128  Updated:  May 31, 2009

Detectives Arrest Suspect In St. Petersburg Homicide
Release #:  09-127  Updated:  May 28, 2009

"Operation Checkmate" Counterfeit Check Cashing Ringleaders Are Sentenced
Release #:  09-126  Updated:  May 28, 2009

Additional Arrest Made In Pinellas County Sheriff's Human Trafficking Case
Release #:  09-125  Updated:  May 28, 2009

St. Petersburg Man Arrested For Possession Of Child Pornography
Release #:  09-124  Updated:  May 28, 2009

Detectives Announce “Operation Medicine Cabinet” And Highlight Prescription Drug Overdose As Leading Cause Of Accidental Death In Pinellas County After Automobile Crashes
Release #:  09-123  Updated:  May 25, 2009

Detectives Investigate Deputy Involved Shooting That Occurred During Response To Disturbance In Which Suspects Were Armed. No One Injured. One Suspect Still At Large.
Release #:  09-122  Updated:  May 25, 2009

Body Found Floating Near Tierra Verde Dock Determined To Be Suicide. Case Leads To Death Investigation By St. Petersburg PD.
Release #:  09-121  Updated:  May 22, 2009

Two Suspects Caught In Today's Armed Robbery, One Admits To Another Armed Robbery From Wednesday
Release #:  09-120  Updated:  May 22, 2009

Pinellas Deputies To Promote Highway and Boating Safety Over The Memorial Day Weekend
Release #:  09-119  Updated:  May 22, 2009

Additional Suspect Arrested in Human Trafficking Case (See Press Releases 09-110 and 09-113)
Release #:  09-118  Updated:  May 21, 2009

Business and Homeowners In Pinellas Sheriff’s Jurisdiction Must Now Register Their Alarm Systems To Comply With False Alarm Ordinance
Release #:  09-117  Updated:  May 20, 2009

Woman Last Seen In February Is Still Missing
Release #:  09-116  Updated:  May 15, 2009

***Update At 5:15 p.m. On 5/15/09. Detectives Arrest Suspect In Bank Robbery***
Detectives Investigate Bank Robbery in Safety Harbor

Release #:  09-115  Updated:  May 14, 2009

Pinellas Law Enforcement Memorial Set For May 13, 2009
The Honorable Ed Hooper, State Representative, District 50, Is Guest Speaker

Release #:  09-114  Updated:  May 12, 2009

UPDATE - Human Trafficking Case

Fourth Suspect Arrested In Human Trafficking Case

Release #:  09-113  Updated:  May 11, 2009

Nine-Year-Old Boy Saves Drowning Three-Year-Old Girl
Release #:  09-112  Updated:  May 11, 2009

Deputies Arrest Three Suspects For Carjacking And Armed Robbery
Release #:  09-111  Updated:  May 11, 2009

Pinellas Detectives, The Clearwater Area Human Trafficking Task Force, Clearwater Police and the FDLE Dismantle Human Trafficking Operation In Pinellas.
Release #:  09-110  Updated:  May 10, 2009

Detectives Investigate Bank Robbery In Belleair Bluffs
Release #:  09-109  Updated:  May 8, 2009

Deputies Round-Up Street Level Drug Dealers And Gang Members In Baskins
Release #:  09-108  Updated:  May 7, 2009

Deputies Respond To Call Of Military Ordnance Found In Dunedin Business
Release #:  09-107  Updated:  May 7, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff's Facial Recognition System IDs North Miami Bank Robber In First Ever Match With Surveillance Video
Release #:  09-106  Updated:  May 7, 2009

Marine Unit Deputies Investigate Boat Crash Near The Dunedin Causeway That Left One Man Injured
Release #:  09-105  Updated:  May 6, 2009

Sheriff's Office Unveils New "StepUp" Program To Focus on Youth Self-Improvement and Mentoring In Lealman Area
Release #:  09-104  Updated:  May 6, 2009

Fire Engulfs Apartment Building In Seminole
Release #:  09-103  Updated:  May 6, 2009

Detectives Investigate Condo Fire In Clearwater
Release #:  09-102  Updated:  May 5, 2009

Great Photo Op:
Pinellas Sheriff's Awards Ceremony Recognizes Bravery And Outstanding Achievements

Release #:  09-101  Updated:  May 5, 2009

Sheriff's PAL Program Collects Clothing And Household Goods; Holds Garage Sale For Families Displaced By Rainbow Village Fire (See Press Release #09-091)
Release #:  09-100  Updated:  May 1, 2009

Sergeant Honored At Crime Victims' Rights Week Luncheon; Culminating National Victims' Rights Week
Release #:  09-099  Updated:  April 30, 2009

Man Arrested In Connection With Marijuana Grow House Operation In Redington Beach
Release #:  09-098  Updated:  April 30, 2009

Great Photo-Op Aboard Sheriff's Marine Unit

Special Olympics Torch To Cross Tampa Bay In Relay From Pinellas To Tampa In Continuation of Law Enforcement Torch Run Event

Release #:  09-097  Updated:  April 30, 2009

Detectives Arrest Pinellas Park Man For Unlawful Sexual Activity With A Minor
Release #:  09-096  Updated:  April 30, 2009

***Update at 5:50 p.m. on 04/30/09 Detectives Deem Residential Fire To Be Arson***
Detectives Investigate Palm Harbor Residential Fire

Release #:  09-095  Updated:  April 30, 2009

Arrest Made In Stabbing Of Dunnellon Man
Release #:  09-094  Updated:  April 29, 2009

Law Enforcement Runs "The Torch For Special Olympics" From St. Petersburg Over the Bayside Bridge In Pinellas County
Release #:  09-093  Updated:  April 28, 2009

Detectives Investigate Attempted Homicide Outside Hangout - Two Injured In Shooting
Release #:  09-092  Updated:  April 27, 2009

Deputies Respond To Apartment Fire At Rainbow Village In Largo
Release #:  09-091  Updated:  April 25, 2009

Marine Unit Deputies Investigate Personal Watercraft Crash That Injured Woman
Release #:  09-090  Updated:  April 24, 2009

Detectives Arrest Man For Lewd And Lascivious Molestation On A Minor
Release #:  09-089  Updated:  April 22, 2009

Apparent Murder Suicide Claims Lives of Elderly Harbor Bluffs Couple
Release #:  09-088  Updated:  April 22,2009

Deputies Arrest Largo Man For Leaving Scene of March Motorcycle Crash Involving Death (For Further Details See Release #09-050)
Release #:  09-087  Updated:  April 20, 2009

Coyote Informational Outreach Campaign Kicks-Off At Community Meeting
Release #:  09-086  Updated:  April 20, 2009

Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle In Safety Harbor
Release #:  09-085  Updated:  April 20, 2009

***Update at 10:30 a.m. On 04/20/2009 12-Year-Old Remains Hospitalized ***
Detectives Investigate Apparent Accidental Shooting Of 12-Year-old Palm Harbor Boy

Release #:  09-084  Updated:  April 17, 1009

Photo-Op Feature

This Saturday Sheriff Coats And Staff Go Bowling For Big Brothers Big Sisters In "Bowl For Kids' Sake"

Release #:  09-083  Updated:  April 17, 2009

Video Visitation Hours Extended At Pinellas County Jail - Other Changes Effective This Sunday, April 19, 2009
Release #:  09-082  Updated:  April 17, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff's Explorer Post To Host Delegates Meeting And Pistol Match
Release #:  09-081  Updated:  April 17, 2009

Suspect Arrested For DUI In Connection With March Three-Vehicle Crash Involving On-Duty Sheriff's Office Lieutenant
Release #:  09-080  Updated:  April 16, 2009

Two Arrested After Firing Shots During Home Invasion Attempt - Five Occupants Including Three Children Unhurt
Release #:  09-079  Updated:  April 16, 2009

Outstanding School Crossing Guards Honored At 2009 Maybelle Rollins Bradford Awards Luncheon
Release #:  09-078  Updated:  April 14, 2009

Detectives Investigate Industrial Warehouse Fire In Lealman
Release #:  09-077  Updated:  April 15, 2009

Detective Seek Public’s Help In Identifying Suspect In February Clearwater Apartment Arson (See Press Release #09-035 For Further Details)
Release #:  09-076  Updated:  April 14, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff's Office Now To Charge Fee For Fingerprinting Service
Release #:  09-075  Updated:  April 14, 2009

Detectives Arrest Oldsmar Man For Unlawful Sexual Activity With A Minor
Release #:  09-074  Updated:  April 13, 2009

***Update At 3:00 p.m. On 5/4/09 Ceremony Re-Scheduled For Tuesday, May 5, 2009***
***Update 2:10 p.m. on 4/14/09 Ceremony Cancelled Today Due To Inclement Weather/Event Will Be Re-Scheduled***
Four Retired Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Canines Honored At Memorial Service

Release #:  09-073  Updated:  April 13, 2009

Sheriff Jim Coats Announces Project Lifesaver Program To Assist Families And Caregivers of Persons with Alzheimer's, Dementia and Autism
Release #:  09-072  Updated:  April 13, 2009

Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Deputy Involved Fatal Crash
Release #:  09-071  Updated:  April 8, 2009

Deputies Respond To Military Ordnance Found In Palm Harbor Home
Release #:  09-070  Updated:  April 7, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office To Host “2009 Sniper Week”
Release #:  09-069  Updated:  April 2, 2009

Detectives Investigate Apparent Murder-Suicide In Palm Harbor
Release #:  09-068  Updated:  April 1, 2009

Deputies Seek Public's Help In Locating Suspects In Largo Armed Robbery/Barricade Incident
Release #:  09-067  Updated:  March 31, 2009

Detectives Investigate An Armed Bank Robbery In Clearwater
Release #:  09-066  Updated:  March 31, 2009

Detectives Arrest Youth Pastor For Unlawful Sex With A Minor
Release #:  09-065  Updated:  March 31, 2009

****Update at 6:45 a.m. on 3/31/2009 Missing Man Found****
Public’s Assistance Sought In Locating Missing and Endangered Clearwater Man

Release #:  09-064  Updated:  March 30, 2009

Detectives Investigate Possible Murder-Suicide In Largo
Release #:  09-063  Updated:  March 30, 2009

Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck By A Truck In Oldsmar
Release #:  09-062  Updated:  March 28, 2009

Detectives Investigate The Drowning Of A Seminole Toddler
Release #:  09-061  Updated:  March 27, 2009

Street Level Drug Dealers Arrested And Grow House Is Dismantled In Lealman Area
Release #:  09-060  Updated:  March 27, 2009

Two Men Arrested In Connection With Marijuana Grow Operation In Commercial Storage Complex (See Press Release #09-045)
Release #:  09-059  Updated:  March 26, 2009

Three Arrested For $61 Thousand Dollar Credit Card Fraud Scheme
Release #:  09-058  Updated:  March 26, 2009

Pitbull Attacks Deputy During Response To Animal Complaint
Release #:  09-057  Updated:  March 25, 2009

Father and Son Injured When A Personal Watercraft Explodes On Clearwater Beach
Release #:  09-056  Updated:  March 24, 2009

Deputy Persuades Armed Suicidal Subject Out Of Palm Harbor Home Without Injury
Release #:  09-055  Updated:  March 24, 2009

Detectives Investigate The Death Of A Pinellas County Jail Inmate
Release #:  09-054  Updated:  March 24, 2009

Fire In Oldsmar Park Under Investigation
Release #:  09-053  Updated:  March 21, 2009

Canine Unit Apprehends Armed Suspect /South Carolina Fugitive
Release #:  09-052  Updated:  March 20, 2009

Ferg’s Bar Burglar Linked To Several Other Area Burglaries (For Further Info See Press Release 09-042)
Release #:  09-051  Updated:  March 18, 2009

Largo Man Killed In Seminole Motorcycle Crash
Release #:  09-050  Updated:  March 17, 2009

Deputies Arrest Palm Harbor Man After He Repeatedly Struck Sleeping Roommate With A Guitar
Release #:  09-049  Updated:  March 14, 2009

Detectives Seek Public's Assistance In Identifying Vehicle Burglary Suspect Who May Be Linked To As Many As Sixty Others
Release #:  09-048  Updated:  March 13, 2009

Deputies Respond To Burglary In Progress, Suspects Flee, Crash And Are Arrested
Release #:  09-047  Updated:  March 11, 2009

Detectives Investigate A Deputy Involved Shooting In St. Petersburg That Occurred During The Service Of A Pair Of Narcotics Related Search Warrants
Release #:  09-046  Updated:  March 11, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff 's Narcotics Detectives Seize Over $300,000 In Marijuana and Over $146,000 In Cash From Grow Op In Commercial Storage Complex
Release #:  09-045  Updated:  March 9, 2009

****Update at 8:30 p.m. on 3/07/2009 Missing Woman Found****
Sheriff's Office Seeks Public's Help In Locating Missing Palm Harbor Woman

Release #:  09-044  Updated:  March 7, 2009

Grow House In Largo Yields One Arrest And 289 Marijuana Plants
Release #:  09-043  Updated:  March 5, 2009

Detectives Arrest Three Suspects In Connection With A Commercial Burglary
Release #:  09-042  Updated:  March 5, 2009

Three Arrested In Connection With Boat Theft Ring
Release #:  09-041  Updated:  March 3, 2009

Detectives Investigate Bank Robbery In Belleair Bluffs
Release #:  09-040  Updated:  March 2, 2009

Four Arrested In Grow House Operation, Netting Nearly $250,000 Worth of Marijuana
Release #:  09-039  Updated:  February 28, 2009

Edward Graziano Arrested In Murder For Hire Case
Release #:  09-038  Updated:  February 26, 2009

Deputies Respond To Three-Vehicle Crash Involving School Bus
Release #:  09-037  Updated:  February 25, 2009

Deputies Investigate Pedestrian Fatality In Dunedin
Release #:  09-036  Updated:  February 23, 2009

Detectives Investigate Clearwater Apartment Building Fire; Deem Fire As Intentionally Set
Release #:  09-035  Updated:  February 22, 2009

Sheriff's Office Seeks Public's Help In Locating Missing And Endangered Woman ***Updated 10:45 A.M. On 02/20/2009 – Woman Located Unharmed***
Release #:  09-034  Updated:  February 19, 2009

Sheriff Jim Coats 5th Annual Clearwater Women’s Open Tennis Tournament To Benefit The Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Suncoast
Release #:  09-033  Updated:  February 19, 2009

Oklahoma Man Arrested In Internet Sting
Release #:  09-032  Updated:  February 19, 2009

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Mobile Video Visitation Bus Rolls Out To James B. Sanderlin Center  (For Further Details See Press Release 08-355)
Release #:  09-031  Updated:  February 18, 2009

Four Pinellas County Jail Housing Units Closed As A Result Of Reduction In Jail Population; Closures Net Savings Of More Than $4.2 Million (Photo Op At Jail )
Release #:  09-030  Updated:  February 17, 2009

Coin Vendor Arrested For Grand Theft
Release #:  09-029  Updated:  February 14, 2009

Detectives Investigate A Fire Related Death ***Updated 11:00 A.M. On 02/17/2009 - Victim In Fatal Fire Identified***
Release #:  09-028  Updated:  February 14, 2009

***Update At 11:30 a.m. 02/23/09 Detectives Say Propane Gas Caused Explosion***
Detectives Investigate Explosion And Fire At Dunedin Home; Resident And Pet Injured

Release #:  09-027  Updated:  Februay 11, 2009

Sheriff’s Office Set To Honor Guards On School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day 2009
Release #:  09-026  Updated:  February 5, 2009

Suspects Face Additional Charges In Connection With Molotov Cocktails and Vehicle Vandalisms
Release #:  09-025  Updated:  February 4, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff Eliminates Fugitive Unit And Takes Additional Steps To Save $6 Million In Overtime Agencywide
Release #:  09-024  Updated:  February 3, 2009

Deputies Discover Military Ordnance Following Response To Remove A Weapon From Seminole Mobile Home
Release #:  09-023  Updated:  January 30, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff's Office and Clearwater Police Join Forces for "InterOps Initiative"
Release #:  09-022  Updated:  January 30, 2009

DNA Match Solves 1992 Child Sexual Battery Case
Release #:  09-021  Updated:  January 30, 2009

Dunedin Accountant Arrested For Scheme To Defraud and Grand Theft of $1.6 Million Dollars
Release #:  09-020  Updated:  January 26, 2009

***Update at 1:15 p.m. on 01/28/09 Third And Final Suspect In Seminole Home Invasion Is Arrested***
***Update at 4:50 p.m. on 01/26/09 Getaway Driver Arrested In Seminole Home Invasion***
Detectives Arrest One Suspect In Seminole Home Invasion (For Further Info See Press Release # 09-010)

Release #:  09-019  Updated:  January 26, 2009

Fire Caused By Child Playing With Lighter, No One Hurt
Release #:  09-018  Updated:  January 25, 2009

Man Arrested After He Crashes Into A Vehicle, Businesses, A Fence And A Tree
Release #:  09-017  Updated:  January 20, 2009

Sheriff's Office Seeks Public's Help In Locating Missing And Endangered Adult ***UPDATED 01/20/2008 at 9:30 A.M. – Missing Man Located And Safely Returned Home***
Release #:  09-016  Updated:  January 19, 2009

Sheriff's Office Seeks New False Alarm Ordinance
Release #:  09-015  Updated:  January 16, 2009

Newly Announced Interim "Bay Walk" Manager Is Arrested On Felony Grand Theft Charge Involving Previous Employer
Release #:  09-014  Updated:  January 15, 2009

Pinellas Sheriff's K-9 and Marine Units Participate In Super Bowl Security Training
Release #:  09-013  Updated:  January 15, 2009

Military Ordnance Brought To Sheriff's Office North District Station Resulting In Bomb Squad Response
Release #:  09-012  Updated:  January 14, 2009

Deputies Arrest Three Suspects For Vehicle Burglaries In North Pinellas County
Release #:  09-011  Updated:  January 9, 2009

Detectives Seek Public's Help In Identifying Suspects In Seminole Home Invasion That Resulted In Shots Fired
Release #:  09-010  Updated:  January 8, 2009

Deputies Investigate A Pedestrian Fatality In Seminole
Release #:  09-009  Updated:  January 8, 2009

Death Investigation Changes To Homicide Investigation After Man Confesses
Release #:  09-008  Updated:  January 8, 2009

Tennessee Fugitive Suspected Of Fraud And Theft After Targeting Female Victims Through On-Line Dating Services
Release #:  09-007  Updated:  January 8, 2009

Man Seriously Injured In Oldsmar Two-Vehicle Crash
Release #:  09-006  Updated:  January 6, 2009

Belleair Murder Suspect Arrested On A Pinellas County Warrant In Las Vegas Nevada
Release #:  09-005  Updated:  January 6, 2009

Sheriff Jim Coats To Be Sworn-In For Second Full Term
Release #:  09-004  Updated:  January 5, 2009

DUI Unit Posts Holiday Weekend Stats
Release #:  09-003  Updated:  January 5, 2009

Clearwater Man Dies In Motorcycle Crash On Dunedin Causeway
Release #:  09-002  Updated:  January 1, 2009

***UPDATE***

Murder Suspect In Custody After Stand-Off With Deputies.

Release #:  09-001  Updated:  January 1, 2009

Sheriff's DUI Unit Will Conduct Countywide Enforcement Effort Through The Holiday Weekend
Release #:  08-369  Updated:  December 31, 2008

Detectives Seek Publics Help In Identifying Suspects In Series Of North County Church Burglaries
Release #:  08-368  Updated:  December 31, 2008

Detectives Arrest A Clearwater Man For Sexual Battery On A Mentally Challenged Girl
Release #:  08-367  Updated:  December 30, 2008

Deputies Respond To Armed Man At Local Hospital
Release #:  08-366  Updated:  December 29, 2008

Two Injured After Boat Runs Aground Near John's Pass
Release #:  08-365  Updated:  December 29, 2008

Deputies Arrest Dunedin Man For Aggravated Assault, Cruelty To Animals And Unlawful Discharge Of A Firearm
Release #:  08-364  Updated:  December 28, 2008

Pedestrian Killed In South Pasadena Crash
Release #:  08-363  Updated:  December 26, 2008

Detectives Arrest Suspect In Pharmacy Robbery (For Further Info See Press Release # 08-360)
Release #:  08-362  Updated:  December 24, 2008

Detectives Seek Publics Help In Identifying Missing And Endangered Palm Harbor Man
Release #:  08-361  Updated:  December 23, 2008

Detectives Investigate Pharmacy Robbery In Oldsmar
Release #:  08-360  Updated:  December 23, 2008

Estranged Husband Is Charged In Gulfport Double Homicide
Release #:  08-359  Updated:  December 21, 2008

Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Officer Charged  With DUI After Crash
Release #:  08-358  Updated:  December 20, 2008

Detectives Arrest Used Auto Dealer For Odometer Fraud
Release #:  08-357  Updated:  December 19, 2008

Detectives Seeking Information About Belleair Murder Suspect Who Was Last Seen In Baton Rouge, LA
Release #:  08-356  Updated:  December 19, 2008

Sheriff’s Office Announces Plans To Roll Out Video Visitation Bus; Provides Demo
(Excellent Photo-Op)

Release #:  08-355  Updated:  December 28, 2008

Community Policing Deputies And American Legionnaires Bring Santa Claus To Head Start Program
Release #:  08-354  Updated:  December 17, 2008

Deputies Respond To Condo Fire In Safety Harbor
Release #:  08-353  Updated:  December 16, 2008

Detectives Investigate House Fire That Injured A Clearwater Man
Release #:  08-352  Updated:  December 16, 2008

Detectives Seek Suspect In Connection With Vehicle Burglary
Release #:  08-351  Updated:  December 15, 2008

Excellent Holiday Photo Story

Over 130 Bikes Are Donated As Deputies Load Cruisers To Deliver Christmas Packages As Part Of The "Sheriff's Christmas Sharing Project"

Release #:  08-350  Updated:  December 15, 2008

Deputies Respond To Residential Fire In Indian Rocks Beach
Release #:  08-349  Updated:  December 13, 2008

***Update At 3:30 p.m. On 12/11/08 - Detectives Release Surveillance Video Of Suspect***
Detectives Seek Publics Assistance In Identifying  Attempted Carjacking Suspect

Release #:  08-348  Updated:  December 11, 2008

Detectives Investigate A Clearwater Mobile Home Fire That That Resulted In Injury
Release #:  08-347  Updated:  December 11, 2008

Two Arrested After Discovery Of 100 Plants In Backyard Marijuana Patch
Release #:  08-346  Updated:  December 9, 2008

Deputies Respond To Threat At Dunedin High School
Release #:  08-345  Updated:  December 9, 2008

Early Morning Apartment Fire In Seminole Is Accidental
Release #:  08-344  Updated:  December 9, 2008

Deputies "Shop for Santa" To Assist Children And Families In Sheriff's Christmas Sharing Project
Release #:  08-343  Updated:  December 8, 2008

Armed Robber Arrested Within Hours Of Robbery
Release #:  08-342  Updated:  December 7, 2008

Detectives Investigate Robbery At Oldsmar Store
Release #:  08-341  Updated:  December 4, 2008

Detectives Arrest Dunedin Man For Possession Of Child Pornography
Release #:  08-340  Updated:  December 3, 2008

Detectives Investigate Clearwater Mobile Home Fire
Release #:  08-339  Updated:  December 2, 2008

Pinellas County Sheriff’s “Ride & Run With The Stars” Is Family Fun And Holiday Fundraiser For Families In Need
Release #:  08-338  Updated:  December 1, 2008

Suspect Arrested In Connection With An Armed Home Invasion Robbery
Release #:  08-337  Updated:  November 30, 2008

Detectives Seeking Belleair Man In Connection With The Murder Of His Wife
Release #:  08-336  Updated:  November 29, 2008

Detectives Investigate A Suspicious Death In The Town Of Belleair
Release #:  08-335  Updated:  November 28, 2008

Driver Of A Stolen Car Flees From Deputies And Crashes Into A Gulfport Home
Release #:  08-334  Updated:  November 28, 2008

PCSO 2003 Homicide Case To Be Profiled On “Solved” On The Investigation Discovery Channel
Release #:  08-333  Updated:  November 26, 2008

Detectives Investigate A Fire In A Largo Mobile Home Park
Release #:  08-332  Updated:  November 26, 2008

Arrest Made In Gas Station Robbery After Media Coverage Prompts Citizen To Call Pinellas Sheriff's Detectives (See Press Release 08-328)
Release #:  08-331  Updated:  November 26, 2008

Pinellas Sheriff's "CARES" Reunites Lost Pets With Owners
Release #:  08-330  Updated:  November 25, 2008

***Update At 12:50 p.m. on 11/25/08 - Fire Deemed Not Suspicious***  
Detectives Investigate Dunedin Residential Fire

Release #:  08-329  Updated:  November 25, 2008

Detectives Seek The Public's Help In Identifying An Armed Robbery Suspect
Release #:  08-328  Updated:  November 24, 2008

Detectives Arrest Suspect For Two Bank Robberies; Suspect Also  Linked To Three Others (See Press Releases #08-303, 317)
Release #:  08-327  Updated:  November 21, 2008

Deputies Round-Up Drug Suspects Following Three Month Investigation
Release #:  08-326  Updated:  November 21, 2008

Pinellas Sheriff's Office Members "Go To School" For "Great American Teach-In"
Release #:  08-325  Updated:  November 18, 2008

St Petersburg Couple Arrested Following An Armed Robbery In Which The Victim Was Shot
Release #:  08-324  Updated:  November 17, 2008

Burglary Suspect Arrested After Deputy Involved Shooting
Release #:  08-323  Updated:  November 17, 2008

Two Men Arrested In Connection With Shooting At Seminole Nightclub
Release #:  08-322  Updated:  November 15, 2008

Operation "Check Mate" Nabs Two More Suspects; Completing Phase One Of Arrests (For Further Info See Press Release 08-290)
Release #:  08-321  Updated:  November 14, 2008

Detectives Arrest Suspect For Convenience Store Armed Robberies
Release #:  08-320  Updated:  November 13, 2008

Holiday Man Arrested For Using An Illegal Gillnet To Catch Hundreds Of Pounds Of Fish
Release #:  08-319  Updated:  November 12, 2008

Two Men Arrested After Setting Fire To The Exterior Of An Occupied Business
Release #:  08-318  Updated:  November 10, 2008

***Update At 10:45 a.m. On 11/12/08 Detectives Link Suspect To Two Other Area Bank Robberies (See Press Release 08-303)***
***Update At 5:10 p.m. on 11/10/08 Detectives Release Surveillance Photo Of Suspect***
Detectives Investigate Armed Bank Robbery In Palm Harbor

Release #:  08-317  Updated:  November 9, 2008

Detectives Arrest Home-Day-Care Worker For First Degree Murder (For Further Info See Press Release # 08-241)
Release #:  08-316  Updated:  November 7, 2008

Deputies Investigate A Fatal Crash In Seminole
Release #:  08-315  Updated:  November 7, 2008

Deputies Investigate Shooting That Injures A Dog
Release #:  08-314  Updated:  November 6, 2008

Two Arrested After Pursuit. Suspect Vehicle In Crash With Uninvolved St. Petersburg Police Officer
Release #:  08-313  Updated:  November 6, 2008

Saturday's Ironman Event To Impact Major Pinellas Traffic Routes
Release #:  08-312  Updated:  November 5, 2008

Detention Deputy Arrested For Misdemeanor DUI
Release #:  08-311  Updated:  November 5, 2008

Largo Couple Arrested For Child Neglect
Release #:  08-310  Updated:  November 3, 2008

Safety Harbor Woman Seriously Injured In Bicycle Crash
Release #:  08-309  Updated:  November 2, 2008

Deputies Arrest Largo Woman For Abuse Of The Elderly
Release #:  08-308  Updated:  November 1, 2008

Photo-Ops - Halloween Fun - Kids and Deputies - Sheriff's PAL

In Two Weekend Events, The Sheriff's Police Athletic League (PAL) Helps Host Halloween Trick Or Treat And Benefits From "Cash Pull For PAL" At Beach Restaurant

Release #:  08-307  Updated:  October 31, 2008

Pinellas Sheriff's Office Receives A Grant Worth Over $1 Million For Substance Abuse Treatment Program "PREP"
Release #:  08-306  Updated:  October 29, 2008

Suspects Arrested In Connection With Two North Pinellas Robberies
Release #:  08-305  Updated:  October 29, 2008

Sobriety Checkpoint Results
Release #:  08-304  Updated:  October 28, 2008

***Update at 5:00 p.m. on 10/28/08 Detectives Link Suspect To Clearwater Bank Robbery and Release New Photos***
Detectives Investigate Armed Bank Robbery In Palm Harbor

Release #:  08-303  Updated:  October 27, 2008

New Hampshire Couple Rescued After Their Rental Boat Capsizes In The Gulf Of Mexico
Release #:  08-302  Updated:  October 27, 2008

Palm Harbor Woman Arrested On Multiple Charges Following Attack On A Cab Driver
Release #:  08-301  Updated:  October 26, 2008

Detectives Investigate Cellular Phone Store Armed Robbery
Release #:  08-300  Updated:  October 24, 2008

Detention And Corrections Bureau Offers New “Smart Choices” Program For Inmates (Briefing and Photo-Op on Monday, October 27, 2008)
Release #:  08-299  Updated:  October 22, 2008

Citizen Recognition Photo-Op

Citizens To Be Recognized For Crime Prevention Work At Sheriff's 10th Annual Community Service Awards

Release #:  08-298  Updated:  October 24, 2008

Amscot Partners With Sheriff’s Office For Annual Bike Helmet Giveaway (Photo-Op)
Release #:  08-297  Updated:  October 22, 2008

Deputies To Conduct A Sobriety Checkpoint In Pinellas County
Release #:  08-296  Updated:  October 22, 2008

Traffic Deputies Partner With Anthony Telesca Foundation To Reward Students For Seatbelt Use
Release #:  08-295  Updated:  October 21, 2008

Woman Arrested For Leaving Sleeping Toddler In Car Outside Bar
Release #:  08-294  Updated:  October 19, 2008

Detectives Investigate The Death Of A Pinellas County Jail Inmate
Release #:  08-293  Updated:  October 12, 2008

Detectives Investigate Apparent Drowning Of Elderly Man In Residential Pool
Release #:  08-292  Updated:  October 12, 2008

Detectives Seek The Public’s Help In Identifying Two Suspects Who Beat And Robbed A Hearing Impaired St. Petersburg Man
Release #:  08-291  Updated:  October 10, 2008

Operation “Check Mate” Identifies Over 100 Suspects Involved In Counterfeit Check Cashing Rings; Losses In The Millions For Florida Banks
Release #:  08-290  Updated:  October 8, 2008

Deputies Use Technology To Locate Submerged Vehicle In Tampa Bay
Release #:  08-289  Updated:  October 6, 2008

Deputies Shoot Pitbull After Animal Attacks
Release #:  08-288  Updated:  October 6, 2008

Suspect Believed Responsible For Two Pinellas County Bank Robberies Arrested In Hillsborough County (See Press Releases 08-268, 08-278 and 08-284)
Release #:  08-287  Updated:  October 3, 2008

Deputies Honored For DUI Arrests
Release #:  08-286  Updated:  October 3, 2008

Four Men Arrested For Stealing AC Units From Clearwater Condo Complex
Release #:  08-285  Updated:  October 2, 2008

Bank Robbery Suspect Spotted In Palm Harbor Bank, Detectives Release New Photos and Seek Publics Help In Identifying Him (See Related Press Releases 08-268 and 08-278)
Release #:  08-284  Updated:  October 1, 2008

Three Tampa Men Arrested After A Residential Burglary Was Interrupted By The Homeowner ***Updated At 5:30 P.M. On 10/01/2008 With Additional Charge Of Auto Theft ***
Release #:  08-283  Updated:  October 1, 2008

Detectives Investigate Residential Fire In Palm Harbor
Release #:  08-282  Updated:  September 30, 2008

Detention And Corrections Bureau Recognizes National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
(Media Photo-Op)

Release #:  08-281  Updated:  September 30, 2008

Deputies Investigate Motorcycle Versus Vehicle Crash That Seriously Injures Motorcyclist
Release #:  08-280  Updated:  September 28, 2008

Detectives Investigate Apartment Fire In Indian Rocks Beach
Release #:  08-279  Updated:  September 28, 2008

***Update at 3:40 p.m. on 09/29/08 Photos/Video of Suspect Released And Suspect Linked To Another Pinellas County Bank Robbery***
Detectives Investigate Safety Harbor Bank Robbery

Release #:  08-278  Updated:  September 27, 2008

Man Drives Car Into Ravine After Failing To Stop At Stop Sign
Release #:  08-277  Updated:  September 26, 2008

Detectives Investigate New Twist On Itinerant Thieves Scams And Offer Crime Prevention Tips
Release #:  08-276  Updated:  September 25, 2008

Pinellas County School Teacher Arrested For Sexual Activity With A Minor
Release #:  08-275  Updated:  September 24, 2008

PCSO Wanted Suspect, Courtenay Savage, Arrested After Case Profiled On "America's Most Wanted" (See Release #08-270)
Release #:  08-274  Updated:  September 22, 2008

Suspect Arrested Minutes After Committing A Bank Robbery In Dunedin
Release #:  08-273  Updated:  September 19, 2008

Deputy Persuades Man Not To Jump Off Fishing Pier North Of Skyway Bridge
Release #:  08-272  Updated:  September 18, 2008

UPDATE: Pharmacy Armed Robbery Suspect Is Charged With Two More Armed Robberies For A Total of Four In Pinellas Sheriff's Jurisdiction.

Detectives Arrest Pharmacy Robbery Suspect Linked To PCSO Cases; and Several Other Bay Area Pharmacy Robberies (See Press Release #s 08-205 and 08-246)

Release #:  08-271  Updated:  September 19, 2008

PCSO Wanted Suspect To Be Profiled On “America’s Most Wanted”
Release #:  08-270  Updated:  September 18, 2008

Deputies Investigate Dunedin Two-Vehicle Crash That Injures Three
Release #:  08-269  Updated:  September 18, 2008

***UPDATE At 10:40 a.m. on Wednesday, September 17, 2008 -Detectives Release Photos of Suspect***
Detectives Investigate Bank Robbery In Palm Harbor

Release #:  08-268  Updated:  September 16, 2008

Detectives Arrest Palm Harbor Man For Stealing Over 100 Urns From A Dunedin Cemetery And Selling Them For Scrap
Release #:  08-267  Updated:  September 16, 2008

Dispute Results In Stabbing Death - Suspect Arrested
Release #:  08-266  Updated:  September 16, 2008

Woman 's Body Identified In Weekend Dunedin Homicide
Release #:  08-265  Updated:  September 15, 2008

UPDATE:
Dunedin SWAT Stand-Off Subject Charged In Murder Of Female Tenant

Release #:  08-264  Updated:  September 13, 2008

SWAT  Stand-Off Ends When Subject Surrenders - Body Is Found In Home Of Stand-Off Subject
Release #:  08-263  Updated:  September 13, 2008

Motorcyclist Hospitalized After Crash In Dunedin
Release #:  08-262  Updated:  Seeptember 12, 2008

Single Engine Plane Crash Injures Two St. Petersburg Women
Release #:  08-261  Updated:  September 12, 2008

Marine Unit Deputies Arrest Oldsmar Man For Vessel Homicide (For Further Information See Press Release # 08-098)
Release #:  08-260  Updated:  September 11, 2008

Two Arrested For Scheme To Defraud In String Of Wallet Thefts Targeting Elderly Victims
Release #:  08-259  Updated:  September 10, 2008

Detectives Recover The Body Of Rosemary Christensen Solving A 1999 Missing Person Case And Her Husband Has Been Arrested For Murder
Release #:  08-258  Updated:  September 10, 2008

Deputy Injured While Rescuing Kitten From Within A Storm Drain
Release #:  08-257  Updated:  September 9, 2008

Deputies Investigate Home Invasion/Robbery That Results In One Man Shot, Another Beaten
Release #:  08-256  Updated:  September 8, 2008

Kidnapping Incident Ends When Victim Shoots Two Suspects
Release #:  08-255  Updated:  September 8, 2008

Pedestrian Seriously Injured In Oldsmar Traffic Crash
Release #:  08-254  Updated:  September 7, 2008

Detectives Investigate A Double Homicide In Lealman ***Updated with Victim Information at 6:00 p.m. On 09/06/2008***
Release #:  08-253  Updated:  September 6, 2008

St. Petersburg Man Arrested After Fleeing From Deputies For The Second Time In Less Than A Month
Release #:  08-252  Updated:  September 5, 2008

Two Arrested In Connection With Clearwater Armed Robbery And Seminole Auto Theft
Release #:  08-251  Updated:  September 5, 2008

Dunedin Woman Dies After Being Pulled From Water Off Honeymoon Island Beach
Release #:  08-250  Updated:  September 4, 2008

Clearwater Kennel Club Donates $5,000 To Sheriff's K-9 Unit At "Responsible Dog Ownership Day"
Release #:  08-249  Updated:  September 4, 2008

Marine Unit Deputies Locate And Rescue Man Fallen Overboard
Release #:  08-248  Updated:  August 31, 2008

***Update at 5:55 p.m. on 09/02/08 Surveillance Photo Of Suspect Available and Request For Publics Assistance In Identifying Suspect***
Deputies Investigate Burglary At A Safety Harbor Medical Office Building

Release #:  08-247  Updated:  August 31, 2008

Detectives Investigate Oldsmar Pharmacy Robbery And Believe Suspect To Be Linked To As Many As Five Other Bay Area Pharmacy Robberies
Release #:  08-246  Updated:  August 29, 2008

Suspect Arrested During An Armed Robbery At A Palm Harbor Pharmacy
Release #:  08-245  Updated:  August 29, 2008

Two Month Investigation Results In Round-Up of Street Level Drug Dealers In Lealman
Release #:  08-244  Updated:  August 27, 2008

Two Sisters Injured When Their Personal Watercraft Explodes In Clearwater
Release #:  08-243  Updated:  August 24, 2008

Detectives Investigate An Armed Robbery And Shooting Incident
Release #:  08-242  Updated:  August 23, 2008

Home Day-Care Worker Arrested On Child Abuse Charges
Release #:  08-241  Updated:  August 22, 2008

Drug Task Force Seizes Over $4 million Dollars Worth Of Marijuana In Pinellas Grow-Op Investigation - "Operation Family Tree"
Release #:  08-240  Updated:  August 21, 2008

Detective Disarms And Arrests Suspect During An Undercover Drug Investigation
Release #:  08-239  Updated:  August 21, 2008

Deputies Arrest Suspect In Convenience Store Armed Robbery
Release #:  08-238  Updated:  August 20, 2008

***Update at 6:30 p.m. on 08/20/08 Missing Woman Found****
The Public's Help Requested In Search For Endangered Woman

Release #:  08-237  Updated:  August 20, 2008

Sheriff's Emergency Response Plans Suspended As "Fay" Passes South of Pinellas
Release #:  08-236  Updated:  August 19, 2008

Clearwater Man Arrested For Seduction Of A Child Over The Internet
Release #:  08-235  Updated:  August 18, 2008

Pinellas Sheriff's Staff Prepares For "Fay"
Release #:  08-234  Updated:  August 18, 2008

School Crossing Guards Attend Training In Preparation For 2008-2009 School Year
Release #:  08-233  Updated:  August 13, 2008

***Update 08/14/08 at 1:45 p.m.***
Detention Deputy Arrested For Possession Of Child Pornography

Release #:  08-232  Updated:  August 13, 2008

Two Men Injured In St. Petersburg Shooting
Release #:  08-231  Updated:  August 10, 2008

Woman Arrested For Child Neglect And Drug Possession After She Is Found Asleep In Vehicle With Child In Car
Release #:  08-230  Updated:  August 9, 2008

Detectives Investigate Fire At Highpoint Area Home
Release #:  08-229  Updated:  August 9, 2008

Detectives Arrest Seminole Woman For Providing Unlicensed Healthcare Services
Release #:  08-228  Updated:  August 8, 2008

Major Accident Investigation Team Investigates Crash Involving Deputy
Release #:  08-227  Updated:  August 8, 2008

Man Arrested After Trying To Escape Through Tyrone Mall After Crashing Car
Release #:  08-226  Updated:  August 6, 2008

Smash And Grab Burglar, Suspect In Dozens Of Commercial Burglaries In The Bay Area, Is Arrested
Release #:  08-225  Updated:  August 6, 2008

Detention Deputy Arrested For Possessing Anabolic Steroids
Release #:  08-224  Updated:  August 6, 2008

Safety Harbor Boy Seriously Injured During Dog Attack
Release #:  08-223  Updated:  August 3, 2008

Arson Suspected As Cause Of Fire That Destroyed A Clearwater Mobile Home
Release #:  08-222  Updated:  August 2, 2008

Detectives Identify Origin Of Skull Found in St. Petersburg Home (For Further Information See Press Release # 08-187)
Release #:  08-221  Updated:  August 1, 2008

Fishermen Rescued After Their Small Craft Capsizes During Thunderstorm
Release #:  08-220  Updated:  August 1, 2008

Suspect In Indian Rocks Beach Aggravated Battery Arrested
Release #:  08-219  Updated:  July 30, 2008

Man Dies In Motorcycle Crash
Release #:  08-218  Updated:  July 26, 2008

Man Survives Accidental Shooting
Release #:  08-217  Updated:  July 26, 2008

Suspect Arrested In Connection With Violent Palm Harbor Sexual Battery
Release #:  08-216  Updated:  July 25, 2008

Sheriff's Office Seeks Public's Help In Locating A Missing Seminole Teenager ***UPDATED 9:36 P.M. ON 07/27/2008 - Missing And Endangered Teen Returns To Group Home After Seeing The Search For Her In Media***
Release #:  08-215  Updated:  July 25, 2008

Palm Harbor Man Sought In Connection With A Violent Sexual Battery
Release #:  08-214  Updated:  July 25, 2008

Pinellas Sheriff's Volunteer Celebrates 100th Birthday
Release #:  08-213  Updated:  July 25, 2008

Grand Opening Of Highpoint Neighborhood Family Center To Include New Sheriff’s Office Substation
Release #:  08-212  Updated:  July 24, 2008

Fort Myers Man Arrested In Internet Sting
Release #:  08-211  Updated:  July 22, 2008

Clearwater Man Arrested For Animal Cruelty After Killing Kittens During Family Argument
Release #:  08-210  Updated:  July 21, 2008

Largo Man Arrested For Abuse Of Elderly
Release #:  08-209  Updated:  July 18, 2008

Detectives Arrest Hotel Robbery/Kidnapping Suspect
Release #:  08-208  Updated:  July 17, 2008

Three Arrested At Dunedin Motel Following Report Of Power Theft
Release #:  08-207  Updated:  July 15, 2008

Deputies Arrest Vehicle and Residential Burglars With Assistance Of Canine Partners
Release #:  08-206  Updated:  July 15, 2008

Detectives Investigate A Pharmacy Robbery In Palm Harbor  ***UPDATED 9:30 A.M. On 07/16/2008 - Surveillance Video Now Available***
Release #:  08-205  Updated:  July 15, 2008

Pinellas Park Man Arrested For Abuse Of Disabled Adult
Release #:  08-204  Updated:  July 14, 2008

Deputies Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash
Release #:  08-203  Updated:  July 13, 2008

Five Arrested Following Response To Disturbance At Dunedin Motel
Release #:  08-202  Updated:  July 12, 2008

Deputies Investigate Vehicle Crash Into Water Resulting In Death Of Driver
Release #:  08-201  Updated:  July 12, 2008

Largo Teens Arrested In Connection With Recent Armed Robberies
Release #:  08-200  Updated:  July 11, 2008

Detectives Seek Suspect In Recycling Company Commercial Burglary
Release #:  08-199  Updated:  July 11, 2008

Dive Team Recovers Body Of Gulfport Drowning Victim With Aid of Side-Scan Sonar Technology
Release #:  08-198  Updated:  July 9, 2008

***Update 7/11/08 at 10: 30 a.m. Victim In Fatal Fire Identified***
Detectives Investigate Fatal Apartment Fire In Dunedin

Release #:  08-197  Updated:  July 9, 2008

Owner Of A Largo Sports Bar Robbed After Closing His Business For The Night
Release #:  08-196  Updated:  July 8, 2008

Largo Man Arrested For Aggravated Battery After He Beats Roommates With A Baseball Bat
Release #:  08-195  Updated:  July 5, 2008

Several Escape Serious Injury During A Personal Watercraft Versus Jet Boat Crash
Release #:  08-194  Updated:  July 5, 2008

Deputies Arrest Suspect After He Flees, Rams Sheriff's Cruisers And Ends Up Crashing Into Mobile Home Units
Release #:  08-193  Updated:  July5, 2008

Oldsmar Man Arrested For Animal Cruelty After He Dangles Dog From Moving Vehicle
Release #:  08-192  Updated:  July 3, 2008

Suspect In 10-Year Old Burglary-Assault Case Arrested In Alaska
Release #:  08-191  Updated:  July 3, 2008

Paramedic Arrested On Sexual Battery Charge
Release #:  08-190  Updated:  July 2, 2008

Friends And By-Standers Try To Revive Man In Distress At Gandy Beach
Release #:  08-189  Updated:  June 29, 2008

Smoke Alarm Alerts Couple In House Fire
Release #:  08-188  Updated:  June 29, 2008

Arson Detectives Call The HCSO Bomb Squad To Assist With Fire Investigation
Release #:  08-187  Updated:  June 27, 2008

Detectives Identify Victim In Seminole Murder and Seek Publics Assistance In Identifying Suspects
(For Further Information On This Case See Press Release #08-167 and  #08-170)

Release #:  08-186  Updated:  June 27, 2008

St. Petersburg Couple Arrested In Connection With A Liquor Store Robbery
Release #:  08-185  Updated:  June 26, 2008

Detectives Arrest Suspect For Convenience Store Armed Robbery; Seek Second Suspect
Release #:  08-184  Updated:  June 25, 2008

Artifacts Stolen From Weedon Island Preserve Center
Release #:  08-183  Updated:  June 25, 2008

Detectives Investigate An Armed Bank Robbery In Belleair Bluffs
Release #:  08-182  Updated:  June 24, 2008

Suspect Sought In Connection With A Dunedin Video Store Robbery ***Update - Composite Of Suspect Released On 06/25/2008***
Release #:  08-181  Updated:  June 23, 2008

K-9 Lion, The Narcotics Dog, Retires After 10 Years Of Service To PCSO
(Great Photo Op Of Retirement Celebration)

Release #:  08-180  Updated:  June 23, 2008

Patrol Car Hit By Impaired Driver As Deputies Investigate Two Other DUI Cases In Clearwater
Release #:  08-179  Updated:  June 21, 2008

Detectives Arrest Man For Capital Sexual Battery To A Child
Release #:  08-178  Updated:  June 20, 2008

Deputies Arrest Dunedin Woman For Restaurant Robbery
Release #:  08-177  Updated:  June 19, 2008

St. Petersburg Man Arrested In Connection With A Seminole Bank Robbery
Release #:  08-176  Updated:  June 19, 2008

Detectives Investigate An Armed Robbery At An Oldsmar Steak ‘n Shake
Release #:  08-175  Updated:  June 18, 2008

Pinellas County Sheriff's Explorers Are Best In State
Release #:  08-174  Updated:  June 17, 2008

“Leaky Radiator Scam” Results In Arrest Of Father And Son
Release #:  08-173  Updated:  June 16, 2008

Investigation Underway In Motorcycle Fatality
Release #:  08-172  Updated:  June 16, 2008

Woman Charged With DUI After Crash With Patrol Deputy
Release #:  08-171  Updated:  June 15, 2008

Detectives Release Additional Details About Seminole Murder Investigation
Release #:  08-170  Updated:  June 11, 2008

Detectives Arrest Suspect In Palm Harbor Bank Armed Robbery (For Further Details See Press Release #08-145)
Release #:  08-169  Updated:  June 11, 2008

Man Dies After Two Car Crash Tuesday Night
Release #:  08-168  Updated:  June 11, 2008

Detectives Conduct A Murder Investigation In Seminole
Release #:  08-167  Updated:  June 10, 2008

Detectives Investigate A Home-Invasion Robbery In Seminole
Release #:  08-166  Updated:  June 10, 2008

Detectives Arrest Sheriff’s Office Employee For Doctor Shopping
Release #:  08-165  Updated:  June 10, 2008

Pinellas Kids Set To Head To The Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranches 2008 Summer Camp (Great Photo-Op As Kids Depart For Camp)
Release #:  08-164  Updated:  June 6, 2008

Detectives Seek Public's Help In Identifying Armed Robbery Suspect
Release #:  08-163  Updated:  June 6, 2008

Sexual Predator Arrested For Engaging In Sexual Activity With A Minor
Release #:  08-162  Updated:  June 6, 2008

Patrol Deputies Help Extinguish Apartment Fire And Assist Residents
Release #:  08-161  Updated:  June 6, 2008

St. Petersburg Man And Woman Arrested After Vehicle Pursuit Ends In A Crash
Release #:  08-160  Updated:  June 4, 2008

Lutz Woman Arrested For Committing Residential Burglaries During Her Lunch Breaks
Release #:  08-159  Updated:  June 4, 2008

Nick Bollea's Daily Schedule and Photos of Protective Custody Cell Identical To His Are Released
Release #:  08-158  Updated:  June 3, 2008

Deputies Respond To Newborn Dropped Off At Oldsmar Fire Station
Release #:  08-157  Updated:  May 30, 2008

Driver Cited Following Head-On Crash
Release #:  08-156  Updated:  May 30, 2008

Internet Gambling Investigation Results In Three Arrests Along With The Seizure Of Computers And Cash
Release #:  08-155  Updated:  May 29, 2008

Armed Robbery Suspect Who Was Shot By Victim Hospitalized And Arrested
Release #:  08-154  Updated:  May 27, 2008

St. Petersburg Man Arrested After He Flees From Deputies Searching For Armed Robbery Suspect
Release #:  08-153  Updated:  May 27, 2008

Suspect Armed With Baseball Bat Believed To Have Been Shot By Pawn Shop Owner During A Robbery
Release #:  08-152  Updated:  May 27, 2008

Bar Parking Lot Altercation Escalates When Man Is Run Over By SUV
Release #:  08-151  Updated:  May 27, 2008

Man Is Shot While Trying To Break Up Fight
Release #:  08-150  Updated:  May 24, 2008

Teen Arrested After Pursuit
Release #:  08-149  Updated:  May 23, 2008

Deputies Investigate Dunedin Crash
Release #:  08-148  Updated:  May 22, 2008

Sheriff Coats Presents Proposed '08-'09 Budget To Pinellas County Commission
Release #:  08-147  Updated:  May 22, 2008

Pinellas Deputies Will Promote Highway Safety and Boating Safety Awareness During The Memorial Day Weekend
Release #:  08-146  Updated:  May 22, 2008

Detectives Investigate An Armed Bank Robbery In Palm Harbor
Release #:  08-145  Updated:  May 21, 2008

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Announces Promotions
Release #:  08-144  Updated:  May 20, 2008

Sheriff’s Office Employee Killed In Off-Duty Motorcycle Crash
Release #:  08-143  Updated:  May 16, 2008

Deputies Arrest Suspect For Battery On The Pinellas Trail
Release #:  08-142  Updated:  May  16, 2008

State Attorney Releases Findings Related To Deputy Involved Shooting
Release #:  08-141  Updated:  May 15, 2008

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Set To Host Regional Press Conference to Kick-Off Annual Memorial Day S.A.L.E. (Sea, Air, Land Enforcement) Operations
Release #:  08-140  Updated:  May 15, 2008

Pinellas Law Enforcement Memorial Set For May 14, 2008
The Honorable Robert J. Morris, Jr., Chief Judge of the Sixth Judicial Circuit, Is Guest Speaker

Release #:  08-139  Updated:  May 13, 2008

Detectives Arrest Suspect In Martin Weeks Homicide (For Further Information See Release # 07-176)
Release #:  08-138  Updated:  May 12, 2008

Deputies Investigate The Near Drowning Of A Largo Toddler
Release #:  08-137  Updated:  May 12, 2007

Elderly Armed Burglary Victim Defends Himself And Holds Suspect Down Until Deputies Arrive
Release #:  08-136  Updated:  May 10, 2008

Burglary Suspects "Caught In The Act"  And Apprehended By Canine Team
Release #:  08-135  Updated:  May 9, 2008

Three Teens Arrested In Sexual Battery Incident
Release #:  08-134  Updated:  May 8, 2008

Suspect Dead And A Deputy Wounded During A Courthouse Shootout *** Updated 5:10 p.m. on 05/08/2008***
Release #:  08-133  Updated:  May 7, 2008

Joint Full Scale Exercise On Response To Terrorist Incident Held At Florida State Fairgrounds In Tampa (Good Photo Op)
Release #:  08-132  Updated:  May 7, 2008

Deputies Arrest Student For Possession Of A Firearm At Osceola Middle School
Release #:  08-131  Updated:  May 7, 2008

Good Photo Op:
Pinellas Sheriff's Awards Ceremony Recognizes Members' Outstanding Professional Achievements

Release #:  08-130  Updated:  May 6, 2008

Military Ordnance Brought To Sheriff’s Administration Building Results in Bomb Squad Response
Release #:  08-129  Updated:  May 6, 2008

Last Day To Vote For Deputy Scott Reid For The "America's Most Wanted" All Star Contest
Release #:  08-128  Updated:  May 5, 2008

Detectives Arrest Seminole Man For Child Abuse On Two Children
Release #:  08-127  Updated:  May 2, 2008

Deputies Respond To Military Ordnance Found In Belleair Beach Residence
Release #:  08-126  Updated:  May 2, 2008

Narcotics Detectives Arrest Palm Harbor Man For Operating A Grow House As Part Of HIDTA's  "Operation D-Day"
Release #:  08-125  Updated:  May 1, 2008

UPDATE:
Charges Placed On Suspects In St. Petersburg Police Officer Involved Shooting

Release #:  08-124  Updated:  May 1, 2008

Clearwater Man Arrested After Fleeing From Deputies And Crashing Into Three Vehicles
Release #:  08-123  Updated:  April 30, 2008

Detectives Identify Human Remains Found At The Scene Of An Explosion
Release #:  08-122  Updated:  April 28, 2008

Detectives Investigate Fatal Explosion In Pinellas Park
Release #:  08-121  Updated:  April 27, 2008

Clearwater Teen Shot At Dunedin Apartment Complex
Release #:  08-120  Updated:  April 26, 2008

Deputies Respond To Oldsmar Residential Fire
Release #:  08-119  Updated:  April 25, 2008

Deputies Investigate Underage Alcohol Sales In North Pinellas
Release #:  08-118  Updated:  April 25, 2008

New Hampshire Man Seriously Injured In Motorcycle Crash
Release #:  08-117  Updated:  April 25, 2008

Pinellas Sheriff's Marine Unit Carries Special Olympics Torch Across Tampa Bay As Law Enforcement Torch Run Continues To State Games
Release #:  08-116  Updated:  April 23, 2008

Jail Staff Hosts “Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work” Day
Release #:  08-115  Updated:  April 23, 2008

Deputies Respond To Crash Of Two School Buses In Dunedin
Release #:  08-114  Updated:  March 22, 2008

Deputies Respond To Alligator Inside Private Residence
Release #:  08-113  Updated:  April 22, 2008

Law Enforcement Runs "The Torch For Special Olympics" From St. Petersburg Over the Bayside Bridge In Pinellas County
Release #:  08-112  Updated:  April 21, 2008

Deputies Investigate Vehicle Crash Into House
Release #:  08-111  Updated:  April 20, 2008

Two Men Escape Serious Injury After Being Ejected From Their Boat
Release #:  08-110  Updated:  April 19, 2008

This Saturday Sheriff Coats And Staff Go Bowling For Big Brothers Big Sisters In "Bowl For Kids' Sake"
Release #:  08-109  Updated:  April 18, 2008

Update: Cab Driver Who Crashed Into Sheriff's Patrol Sergeant Surrenders To Face DUI Charges
Release #:  08-108  Updated:  April 17, 2008

Man Arrested On Charges of Sex With Minors
Release #:  08-107  Updated:  April 17, 2008

Man Who Set Vehicle On Fire As Deputies Reponded to Investigate A Domestic Disturbance Is Arrested (Refer To Press Release #08-023)
Release #:  08-106  Updated:  April 17, 2008

Detention Deputy Arrested By Largo Police
Release #:  08-105  Updated:  April 17, 2008

Outstanding School Crossing Guards Honored At Annual Luncheon
Release #:  08-104  Updated:  April 15, 2008

Deputies Arrest Former Pinellas County School Teacher For Interference With Child Custody
Release #:  08-103  Updated:  April 15, 2008

Sheriff’s Office Observes 2008 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week; Deputy To Receive Victim Advocates Award
Release #:  08-102  Updated:  April 15, 2008

Largo Man Arrested After Fleeing From Deputies And Ramming Several Patrol Cars
Release #:  08-101  Updated:  April 15, 2008

Volunteer High School Band Coach Arrested For Having Sexual Contact With Two Students
Release #:  08-100  Updated:  April 8, 2008

Dogs Removed From Home During Animal Neglect Investigation
Release #:  08-099  Updated:  April 7, 2008

Holiday Area Woman Seriously Injured In Lake Tarpon Boat Crash
Release #:  08-098  Updated:  April 5, 2008

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office To Host "2008 Sniper Week"
Release #:  08-097  Updated:  April 3, 2008

Deputies Seek The Public's Help In Identifying Driver Of Vehicle Involved In Crash With Mountain Bike
Release #:  08-096  Updated:  April 2, 2008

Standoff On Dunedin Causeway Ends After Armed Man Surrenders To Deputies
Release #:  08-095  Updated:  March 31, 2008

Dispute Between Two Largo Women Results in Arrest When Shots Are Fired
Release #:  08-094  Updated:  March 31, 2008

Inmates Participate In Habitat For Humanity Homebuilding Project (Photo Opportunity)
Release #:  08-093  Updated:  March 31, 2008

Bicyclist Injured In Crash With Vehicle
Release #:  08-092  Updated:  March 31, 2008

Bicylist Injured in Crash With Taxi
Release #:  08-091  Updated:  March 29, 2008

Clearwater Man Arrested After He Flips Stolen Cars While Fleeing From A Deputy
Release #:  08-090  Updated:  March 28, 2008

Pinellas County Robbery Suspect Sought After Escaping From A Palm Beach County Jail
Release #:  08-089  Updated:  March 27, 2008

Follow-Up Story:

Stolen Surgical Hardware Is Recovered and Returned Thanks To Efforts of Recycling Firm

Release #:  08-088  Updated:  March 27, 2008

Detectives Arrest A County Utilities Employee For Identity Theft
Release #:  08-087  Updated:  March 25, 2008

****Update at 5:36 p.m. on 3/25/08 Missing Man Found****
Sheriff's Office Seeks Public's Help In Locating Missing Clearwater Man

Release #:  08-086  Updated:  March 25, 2008

Bicyclist Injured In Collision With Motorcycle
Release #:  08-085  Updated:  March 23, 2008

Sheriff's Office Employee Charged In DUI Related Crash
Release #:  08-084  Updated:  March 21, 2008

Seminole High School Student Arrested For Drug Possession After Seizure On Campus Parking Lot
Release #:  08-083  Updated:  March 19, 2008

Results For Weekend Boating Safety Awareness Operation
Release #:  08-082  Updated:  March 17, 2008

Sheriff’s Office Employee Arrested For Misdemeanor DUI
Release #:  08-081  Updated:  March 16, 2008

Countywide DUI Wolf-Pack Results
Release #:  08-080  Updated:  March 15, 2008

Marine Enforcement Deputies Conduct Boating Safety Awareness Operation
Release #:  08-079  Updated:  March 14, 2008

Deputies Conduct "DUI Wolf-Pack" In Pinellas County
Release #:  08-078  Updated:  March 14, 2008

Sex Offender Sought By Mississippi Authorities Arrested By Sheriff's Sexual Predator and Offender Tracking Unit
Release #:  08-077  Updated:  March 12, 2008

Teacher Arrested For Misdemeanor Battery
Release #:  08-076  Updated:  March 11, 2008

Deputies Arrest Sex Offender Moments After He Exposes Himself To Two Victims
Release #:  08-075  Updated:  March 10, 2008

Single Engine Aircraft Makes Safe Landing On Shell Key
Release #:  08-074  Updated:  March 9, 2008

Detention Deputy Arrested For Misdemeanor DUI
Release #:  08-073  Updated:  March 9, 2008

Suspect In Fatal Stabbing Is Arrested (See News Release #08-071)
Release #:  08-072  Updated:  March 8, 2008

Detectives Seek Suspect In Fatal Stabbing
Release #:  08-071  Updated:  March 7, 2008

French Villas Housing Complex Has Renewed Basketball Court Thanks To Pinellas Deputy Sheriff and Community Partners
Release #:  08-070  Updated:  March 7, 2008

Deputy To Be Featured As "All Star" Winner On "America's Most Wanted" Saturday Night
Release #:  08-069  Updated:  March 7, 2008

Body Of Missing Fisherman Recovered In Madeira Beach
Release #:  08-068  Updated:  March 7, 2008

Transient Man Arrested For Capital Sexual Battery To A Child
Release #:  08-067  Updated:  March 4, 2008

Two Men Arrested After They Stole Titanium Surgical Hardware Interred At Local Cemetery
Release #:  08-066  Updated:  February 29, 2008

Three Arrested For Vehicle Burglaries May Be Linked To Identity Theft Ring
Release #:  08-065  Updated:  February 29, 2008

Citizen Tip From TV Nets Arrest In Pinellas Sheriff's And Largo Police Burglary Cases
Release #:  08-064  Updated:  February 28, 2008

Cab Driver Who Crashed Into Sheriff's Sergeant May Have Been Drinking
Release #:  08-063  Updated:  February 28, 2008

Multi-Jurisdictional SWAT Training Exercise At Westfield/Countryside Mall In Clearwater
Release #:  08-062  Updated:  February 27, 2008

Memorial Service Scheduled To Honor Two Retired Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Canines
Release #:  08-061  Updated:  February 26, 2008

Detectives Release Surveillance Video Of A Suspect Being Sought In Connection With A Series Of Residential Burglaries
Release #:  08-060  Updated:  February 26, 2008

Criminal Justice Specialist Arrested For Misdemeanor DUI
Release #:  08-059  Updated:  February 26, 2008

Deputies Arrest Pharmacy Armed Robbery Suspect After Owner Locks Him In
Release #:  08-058  Updated:  February 25, 2008

Deputies Arrest Man Who Stole Knife To Commit An Armed Robbery
Release #:  08-057  Updated:  February 24, 2008

Detention Deputy Arrested For Misdemeanor DUI
Release #:  08-056  Updated:  February 22, 2008

Detectives Arrest Suspect In Attempted Sexual Battery In Crystal Beach
Release #:  08-055  Updated:  February 21, 2008

Big Lots Robbery Suspect "Caught On Tape" Arrested
Release #:  08-054  Updated:  February 21, 2008

Attempted Abduction Reported On Madeira Beach
Release #:  08-053  Updated:  February 20, 2008

Pinellas Deputies To Receive Unique Water Safety Training (Photo Opportunity)
Release #:  08-052  Updated:  February 20, 2008

Detectives Investigate Fire At Mobile Home That Injures One
Release #:  08-051  Updated:  February 20, 2008

Residential Fire In Palm Harbor Injures One
Release #:  08-050  Updated:  February 19, 2008

Seventeen Dogs Removed In Animal Cruelty Case
Release #:  08-049  Updated:  February 19, 2008

Five Suspects Arrested For Commercial Burglaries; Leads To Suspect Wanted For Local Residential Burglary and Home Invasion Robberies In Pennsylvania
Release #:  08-048  Updated:  February 19, 2008

Pasco Man Arrested As Narcotics Detectives Serve A Search Warrant At A Palm Harbor Grow House
Release #:  08-047  Updated:  February 19, 2008

Orlando Man Injured During A Construction Accident
Release #:  08-046  Updated:  February 16, 2008

Deputies Investigate Personal Watercraft Crash That Seriously Injured Montana Man
Release #:  08-045  Updated:  February 15, 2008

Sheriff Jim Coats 4th Annual Clearwater Women's Open Tennis Tournament To Benefit The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast
Release #:  08-044  Updated:  February 15, 2008

Grand Theft Scheme Defrauded Local Car Dealers
Release #:  08-043  Updated:  February 15, 2008

St. Petersburg Man Arrested For Sexual Battery Following A Violent Attack On A Homeless Couple
Release #:  08-042  Updated:  February 15, 2008

Detectives Seek Public's Help In Identifying Palm Harbor Pharmacy Robbery Suspect
Release #:  08-041  Updated:  February 15, 2008

Five Arrested For Burglary & Vandalism At Three High Schools
Release #:  08-040  Updated:  February 12, 2008

Drug Arrests Net Pot & Cash
Release #:  08-039  Updated:  February 12, 2008

Two Vehicle Crash Claims Two Lives
Release #:  08-038  Updated:  February 9, 2008

Jet Ski Accident Injures One
Release #:  08-037  Updated:  February 9, 2008

Armed Robber Strikes Seminole Store
Release #:  08-036  Updated:  February 9, 2008

Inmates “Go To School” In New Career Track Program (Photo-Op Friday, February 8, 2008)
Release #:  08-035  Updated:  February 7, 2008

Detectives Seek The Public’s Help In Identifying Suspect Who Robbed An Elderly Man
Release #:  08-034  Updated:  February 4, 2008

Suspect Arrested After A Verbal Dispute Escalates Into A Stabbing
Release #:  08-033  Updated:  February 1, 2008

Sheriff’s Office Set To Honor Guards On School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
Release #:  08-032  Updated:  January 31, 2008

Arson Suspected As Cause Of Fire That Destroyed Vacant Seminole Home
Release #:  08-031  Updated:  January 31, 2008

Detectives Investigate Port-O-Let Fire In Tarpon Springs
Release #:  08-030  Updated:  January 30, 2008

Deputies And On-Star Nab Michigan Suspects For Carjacking And Grand Theft Auto
Release #:  08-029  Updated:  January 30, 2008

Sheriff Jim Coats Announces Appointment of Robert Gualtieri To Dual Posts of Chief Deputy and General Counsel
Release #:  08-028  Updated:  January 30, 2008

Carjacking Suspect Arrested
Release #:  08-027  Updated:  January 30, 2008

*****Update 3:40 p.m. on 1/30/08 Detectives Determine That Fire Was Intentionally Set*****
Detectives Investigate Residential Fire in Palm Harbor

Release #:  08-026  Updated:  January 29, 2008

Two Suspects Arrested In Connection With Largo Homicide (See Press Release #08-024)
Release #:  08-025  Updated:  January 25, 2008

Detectives Investigate A Homicide
Release #:  08-024  Updated:  January 25, 2008

Dunedin Man Injured While Setting His Vehicle On Fire As Deputies Respond To Investigate A Domestic Disturbance
Release #:  08-023  Updated:  January 24, 2008

Detectives Investigate Fire Related Death At Dunedin Apartment
Release #:  08-022  Updated:  January 24, 2008

Sobriety Checkpoint Results
Release #:  08-021  Updated:  January 22, 2008

Deputy Sheriff Convinces Man Not To Jump From Bayside Bridge
Release #:  08-020  Updated:  Janaury 22, 2008

Former PSTA Bus Garage Is Renovated To House Jail Inmates

(Media Tour and Photo-Op)

Release #:  08-019  Updated:  January 22, 2008

Driver Seriously Injured After His Vehicle Strikes Power Pole
Release #:  08-018  Updated:  Janaury 20, 2008

Explosion In Garage Damages Dunedin Home
Release #:  08-017  Updated:  January 19, 2008

Largo Man Arrested On Federal Drug Charges
Release #:  08-016  Updated:  January 18, 2008

Detention and Corrections Bureau Demos Electronic Monitoring Program To South Korean Government Officials
Release #:  08-015  Updated:  January 17, 2008

Deputies Conduct "Sobriety Checkpoints" At Two Locations In Pinellas County
Release #:  08-014  Updated:  January 16, 2008

Pedestrian Killed In Dunedin Traffic Crash
Release #:  08-013  Updated:  January 15, 2008

Detectives Conduct Death Investigation Following A Plane Crash That Killed Three People
Release #:  08-012  Updated:  January 12, 2008

Detectives Are Seeking The Public’s Help In Identifying Robbery Suspects
Release #:  08-011  Updated:  January 12, 2008

Pinellas Deputies Arrest Escambia School District Superintendent For DUI
Release #:  08-010  Updated:  January 10, 2008

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Announces Promotions
Release #:  08-009  Updated:  January 9, 2008

Additional Charge Placed on Palm Harbor Man Arrested For Capital Sexual Battery To A Child (See Press Release #08-002)
Release #:  08-008  Updated:  January 8, 2008

Sheriff’s Deputy To Receive National Award After Check of License Plate Leads To Identification And Arrest Of Suspect Wanted In Georgia Homicide
Release #:  08-007  Updated:  January 8, 2008

Arrest Charges Placed On Suspect Who Tampered With Vending Machines
Release #:  08-006  Updated:  January 7, 2007

Detectives Arrest "Cigarette Robber"
Release #:  08-005  Updated:  January 7, 2007

Detectives Seek Public's Help In Identifying Vending Machine Burglar
Release #:  08-004  Updated:  January 4, 2007

Detectives Seek Publics Help In Identifying The “Cigarette" Robber
Release #:  08-003  Updated:  January 3, 2008

Palm Harbor Man Arrested On Charges Of Capital Sexual Battery To A Child
Release #:  08-002  Updated:  January 3, 2008

Detectives Investigate Condominium Fire In Palm Harbor
Release #:  08-001  Updated:  January 3, 2008