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Key Largo National Night Out
The Key Largo National Night Out event attracted a great crowd and even saw an appearance from Congressman Carlos Curbelo, who had fun with snakes and alligators. Here are some photos with thanks...
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Marathon National Night Out
Marathon National Night Out was a hit with lots of people in attendance having a great time!
View ArticleNew Jersey woman dies diving
A 66 year old New Jersey woman, visiting the Keys with her husband, died while diving offshore of Key West yesterday.The couple were out with Dive Key West on a charter to dive on the wreck of the...
View ArticleMan arrested after shooting another man on Stock Island
One man is under arrest and another is in critical condition at a Miami hospital after a shooting incident on Stock Island.The suspect is identified as 63 year old Dwight Engelhardt. The man he shot is...
View ArticleWoman airlifted after violent domestic
A woman was airlifted to a Miami hospital and her boyfriend went to jail for aggravated battery after a violent domestic dispute on Cudjoe Key Saturday night.Deputies responded to a home on John Avery...
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Two charged with undersized lobster out of season
Two Miami men were arrested Saturday for having 44 speared lobster out of season, some of which were very small.Deputy Wilfredo Guerra was on patrol when he spotted the two men just offshore of the 60...
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Human bones found by lobster divers
A man and a woman diving for lobster underneath the Card Sound Bridge Sunday found more than they bargained for when they found human bones.The two witnesses told Deputy David Minor they traveled to...
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Employee Awards Ceremony
On Friday, the Sheriff’s Office held its quarterly Employee Awards ceremony in Marathon. Employees were recognized for their 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years of service to the agency. Sheriff Ramsay...
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Sheriff commends service to community
Sheriff Rick Ramsay recognized leaders in two state law enforcement agencies for their service to the community and their commitment to working with the Sheriff’s Office as community partners.At an...
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Deputies who fought marina fire honored
On June 5th, in the early morning hours, Deputy Seth Hopp was on patrol when he saw smoke billowing form the Vaca Key Marina in Marathon. He called in a fire at that location and other deputies headed...
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Sheriff’s Office prepared for the beginning of School
Monroe County – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office will be out in force next week guarding the safety of children returning to school.“We take school related safety very seriously,” said Sheriff Rick...
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Clean up on Big Coppitt Key
Mark your calendars for this Lower Keys cleanup on August 12th! Join us in keeping our Keys clean!
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Graffiti cleanup
Before and after photos of Deputy Mark Martin cleaning up graffiti at one of the gas stations in Marathon. #itsthelittlethings
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Towing cars
Deputy Jon Riggs and Sgt. Linda Mixon spent time on Stock Island towing cars and boat trailers parked illegally or abandoned.
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Congrats on Retirement!
Sheriff Ramsay on Friday recognized two long term employees for their time serving the agency and said a formal goodbye as they both head for retirement. Congratulations and we will miss you,...
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Employee honored for 35 years of service
We honor our employees for their years of service when they reach the milestones of 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years. The awards, as you might imagine, get fewer as the years build and we hand out very...
View ArticleHome burns in Marathon
Fire extensively damaged a home in Marathon overnight.The fire was reported to Sheriff’s dispatchers at 10:49 p.m. Wednesday. Deputies responded and found all occupants had gotten out safely....
View ArticleHelp detective recover from house fire
A member of the Sheriff's Office lost everything in a house fire that occurred overnight in Marathon. Many in the community know Monroe County Sheriff's Office Crime Scene Investigator Detective John...
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Clean up / fundraiser
This clean up / fundraiser is tomorrow on Big Coppitt Key for those would would like to join us!
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More information if you would like to help....
Thanks for all the support given so far to the Underwood family in their time of need. Here is more information on how you can give if you would like to......
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