SPD releases weekly blotter
As Sanibel continues to recover from Hurricane Ian, the Sanibel Police Department is committed to keeping the community safe and secure. To support that effort, a weekly police blotter will be issued on Tuesday that will include real time information about law enforcement response to criminal activity.
OTHER ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS
– On May 9, a complainant witnessed a vehicle hit and knock over a stop sign. Officers located the vehicle nearby. A crash report was completed and the driver was issued a notice to appear for never having a driver’s license issued.
– On May 9, a traffic stop was initiated for failure to yield at a stop sign. The driver was issued a notice to appear for never having a driver’s license issued and the vehicle was towed due to being unregistered.
– On May 9, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle with an inoperable headlight. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for never having a driver’s license issued.
– On May 10, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle for speeding. The driver was issued a notice to appear for never having a driver’s license issued and a citation for unlawful speed.
– On May 11, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle for speeding. The driver was issued a citation for speed and a notice to appear for driving while license suspended. The vehicle was towed from the scene.
– On May 13, officers assisted a state trapper in removing a 9-foot 3-inch alligator from a residential pool.
– On May 13, officers observed three minors in possession of alcohol. The juveniles were issued civil citations for minor in possession of alcohol and were turned over to the custody of their parents.
– On May 13, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle with an inoperable taillight. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for never having a driver’s license issued.
– On May 14, a traffic stop was initiated for expired registration. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for never having a driver’s license issued and a citation for expired registration.
ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS STATISTICS
From May 9-15:
– Alarm calls (business and residential): 6
– 911 non-emergency calls: 57
– Traffic crashes: 2
– Traffic stops: 71
— Citations issued: 25
— Written warnings issued: 4
– Field interviews: 1
– Residential area checks: 854
– Business area checks: 278
– Total area checks: 1,495
– Reported burglaries: 0
– Reported thefts: 2
– Total CAD calls: 1,907
From May 2023 to date:
– Alarm calls (business and residential): 11
– Non-emergency calls: 116
– Traffic crashes: 3
– Traffic stops: 125
— Citations issued: 43
— Written warnings issued: 11
– Field interviews: 5
– Residential area checks: 1,716
– Business area checks: 618
– Total area checks: 3,095
– Reported burglaries: 2
– Reported thefts: 3
– Total CAD calls: 3,904
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
Updated information on the Sanibel Boat Ramp:
– The boat ramp is open to permit holders on weekdays, weekends and holidays.
– The boat ramp is open to the public (non-permit holders) on weekdays that are not holidays for a $40 daily fee.
– There is no beach access at the Sanibel Boat Ramp at this time.
– Commercial use of the boat ramp is prohibited.
– Fines for violations at the boat ramp are $250.
Roadside parking on Sanibel is not allowed except in the case of special events requiring a permit. It is enforced and can result in a $150 fine.
Some beach park facilities on Sanibel are still closed. For more information on Sanibel beaches, visit https://www.mysanibel.com/government/public-works-department/useful-links/parks-public-beaches.
Dewatering of a pool or spa directly into a waterbody, into the city’s stormwater system or onto any third-party’s property without the third party’s consent is expressly prohibited.
Solicitation is not allowed on Sanibel. Please share any photos of solicitation hang tags to police@mysanibel.com or use Tip411.
REPORTING SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY
Anonymous tips regarding crimes or suspicious activity can be submitted via Tip411:
– Text the keyword SANIBEL then your tip to 847411.
– Web tips can be submitted at https://www.tip411.com/tips/new?alert_group_id=22450.
– Use the free “Sanibel PD” app for your Android or iOS device.
The SPD’s non-emergency line is 239-472-3111.
Find the SPD on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SanibelPolice.