Cadets train in basic patrol
Sheriff’s Office cadets from Plantation Key School learned basic patrol procedures at a recent weekly meeting with SRO Deputies Larry O’Neill and Dave Stark guiding the training.
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Upper Keys cadets visited the U.S. Coast Guard base in Islamorada where Petty Officer Smith conducted a tour of the base and spoke about the missions and responsibilities of the Coast Guard.
View ArticleLocal family arrested for kilos of cocaine
In a case law enforcement says should finally dismantle the ongoing criminal operation run by a local Stock Island family, agencies working together arrested three family members and seized large...
View ArticleDrug investigation continues into Stock Island Soca family
Detectives from various law enforcement agencies continue to search property on Stock Island belonging to the Soca family. Three members of the family were arrested this week on drug charges. Initial...
View ArticleKey Largo man wanted for raping teen, arrested in North Carolina
A Key Largo man was arrested in North Carolina in the early morning hours today by U.S. Marshals. He is wanted for repeatedly raping a Key Largo teen and for threatening her with a knife and a gun on...
View ArticleDetectives continue investigating Soca family
Detectives continued with their investigation into the drug activities of a Stock Island family, with more searches taking place over the weekend.Search warrants were served at two trailers occupied by...
View ArticleYet another illegal encampment removed...
Before and after photos of the removal of an illegal encampment at the 93 mm today. Lt. Patrick Major helped FWC Officer Dan Castillo with the project, along with Deputy Dahlgren Marks, Sgt. Juan...
View ArticleFarm at Marathon Family Fun Fest
Farmer Jeanne Selander and her animals traveled to the Marathon Family Fun Fest and they were a huge hit will all the kids at the event. Chanel the skunk, a new addition to the farm, stole the show!
View ArticleDistrict One Inspection
District One underwent their annual inspection recently. Captain Don Hiller and Lt. Donnie Elomina were joined by Sheriff Rick Ramsay and Major Lou Caputo as they inspected vehicles, uniforms and...
View ArticleCommunity partner recognized
Marlin Building Contractors were awarded a certificate by Sheriff Rick Ramsay for being a great Community Partner. They assisted with a recent clean up in Key Largo on Sampson Road by contributing...
View ArticleCommunity partner recongnized
Publix in Key Largo received a Community Partner certificate for donation of food and refreshments for those cleaning up a wooded area off of Sampson Road recently. Left to right, Lt. Al Ramirez,...
View ArticleDetective asks for help identifying suspects
Detective Trevor Wirth is asking for help identifying two suspects who stole a bank bag with cash inside from Dion’s Quikmart at 6203 Overseas Highway in Marathon January 28th. At 6:45 p.m., the clerk...
View ArticleKey Largo patrol squad stops commercial vehicles
(Photos taken by Sgt. Tom Kiffney)An Upper Keys road patrol squad spent time today stopping commercial vehicles in Key Largo to make sure they are complying with all laws and had appropriate safety...
View ArticleRace expected to impact traffic in the Lower Keys
The Ragnar Relay Race takes place today and tomorrow and expected to most impact Keys traffic in the Lower Keys all day on Saturday. The Sheriff’s Office wants to remind everyone who plans any highway...
View ArticleSearch warrant on Stock Island
Stock Island - A search warrant was served Friday morning in a Stock Island residence. The Sheriff s Special Weapons and Tactics team performed the initial entry to the residence. Detectives from the...
View ArticleConvicted felon faces weapon charge
A Naranja, Florida man convicted of six past felonies was arrested in Key Largo today for possession of a handgun.Deputy Tim Hunsberger was flagged down by a driver just before 5 a.m. on State Road...
View ArticleBig Coppitt man arrested in stabbing
A 27 year old Big Coppitt Key man is under arrest, accused of stabbing a Sugarloaf Key man. The victim is in critical condition at a Miami hospital.The victim, 30 year old Yunior Carrazana, was...
View ArticleSheriff's Office participates in nuclear plant drill
Members of the Sheriff’s Office participated both Thursday and Friday in a Turkey Point Nuclear Plant drill.Lt. Al Ramirez and Sgt. Dawn Leird.Lt. Charlene Sprinkle-Huff
View ArticleSheriff helps with beautification project
Sheriff Rick Ramsay, participating in the “Urban Forestry Project” on 33rd Street in Marathon earlier this month.
View ArticleRetirement ceremony for flags
The Sheriff’s Office participated in a retirement ceremony for worn American flags put on by Boy Scout Troop 588 in the Upper Keys. Here is Sgt. Jason Madnick with members of the troop.
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