SPD releases weekly blotter
The Sanibel Police Department is committed to keeping the community safe and secure. To support that effort, a weekly police blotter will be issued to include recent information about law enforcement response to criminal activity.
OTHER ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS
– On Nov. 6, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle with no taillights and an expired license plate. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for not having a valid driver’s license. The vehicle was removed from the scene by a licensed driver.
– On Nov. 8, a traffic stop was initiated on a motorcycle for excessive speed. A records check revealed the driver had a valid driver’s license but did not have a motorcycle endorsement. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for driving a motorcycle without a motorcycle endorsement. Arrangements were made to have the motorcycle removed from the scene.
– On Nov. 10, a records check during a traffic stop revealed the driver had an expired driver’s license. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for driving with an expired license. The vehicle was removed from the scene by a licensed driver.
– On Nov. 11, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle for excessive windshield tint. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for never having a driver’s license issued and cited for improper material on a windshield and failing to provide proof of registration. The vehicle was removed from the scene by a licensed driver.
ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS STATISTICS
From Nov. 5-11:
– Alarm calls (business and residential): 4
– 911 non-emergency calls: 17
– Traffic crashes: 0
– Radar details: 51
– Traffic stops: 56
— Citations issued: 10
— Written warnings issued: 0
— Verbal warnings issued: 37
– Residential area checks: 454
– Business area checks: 141
– Total area checks: 918
– Reported burglaries: 0
– Reported thefts: 0
– Total CAD calls: 1,185
November 2024 to date:
– Alarm calls (business and residential): 10
– Non-emergency calls: 24
– Traffic crashes: 1
– Radar details: 67
– Traffic stops: 106
— Citations issued: 30
— Written warnings issued: 1
— Verbal warnings issued: 75
– Residential area checks: 629
– Business area checks: 231
– Total area checks: 1,339
– Reported burglaries: 0
– Reported thefts: 1
– Total CAD calls: 1,766
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
The 2025 Annual Beach Parking Permits are available at the Sanibel Recreation Center and are valid through Nov. 30, 2025. The 2024 permits will expire on Nov. 30; a 2025 permit will be required.
Roadside parking is not allowed on Sanibel and is enforceable with a $150 fine.
When leaving Sanibel, motorists are encouraged to travel east on Periwinkle Way. In order to minimize the number of vehicles driving through residential neighborhoods and increase traffic flow, priority is being given to vehicles eastbound on Periwinkle. Motorists using Bailey Road southbound, Lindgren northbound and Periwinkle westbound may experience additional delays as traffic flows are adjusted for efficiency.
Information for the Sanibel Boat Ramp:
– Parking and boat launching fee is $40 per day.
– Parking and boat launching on weekends and holidays is with AC/BC permit only.
– Commercial use is prohibited.
– Fines for violations at the boat ramp are $500.
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.