SPD releases weekly blotter
The Sanibel Police Department issued the following weekly police blotter, which includes recent information about law enforcement response to criminal activity.
ARRESTS
– Sebastian Luis Martin Nicolas, 21, of 317 Home Ave. S., Lehigh Acres, was charged on June 6 with one count of operate motor vehicle without valid license.
– Daniel Francis Tangel, 67, of 39 Bayberry Lane, Smithtown, New York, was charged on June 7 with one count of DUI unlawful blood alcohol DUI influence of alcohol or drugs.
OTHER ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS
– On June 8, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle for excessive speed. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for unlawful speed (82 mph in a 35 mph zone).
– On June 9, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle for excessive speed. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for unlawful speed (76 mph in a 35 mph zone).
– On June 10, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle for excessive speed. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for driving with a suspended license and a citation for speeding. The vehicle was removed from the scene by a licensed driver.
ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS STATISTICS
From June 6-12:
– Alarm calls (business and residential): 5
– Total 911 calls: 20
– Traffic crashes: 3
– Radar details: 62
– Traffic stops: 72
– Residential area checks: 324
– Business area checks: 251
– Total area checks: 919
– Reported burglaries: 0
– Reported thefts: 0
– Total CAD calls: 1,386
June to date:
– Alarm calls (business and residential): 9
– Total 911 calls: 40
– Traffic crashes: 5
– Radar details: 108
– Traffic stops: 109
– Residential area checks: 585
– Business area checks: 445
– Total area checks: 1,595
– Reported burglaries: 0
– Reported thefts: 2
– Total CAD calls: 2,401
TIPS AND REMINDERS
– The free “Sanibel Bound” app provides live feeds from traffic cameras stationed across Sanibel. It is available for Android and iOS devices in the Google Play and Apple App stores.
– When leaving Sanibel, motorists are encouraged to travel east on Periwinkle Way. Officers directing traffic give priority to off-island traffic on Periwinkle.
– For information on the school zone speed enforcement program at The Sanibel School, visit https://www.mysanibel.com/523/School-Zone-Speed-Enforcement.
– For information on the E-bike city ordinance, visit https://www.mysanibel.com/318/Bike-Hike-on-the-Shared-Use-Path.
– Roadside parking is not allowed on Sanibel and is enforceable with a $150 fine.
– Parking and boat launching fee is $40 per day at the boat ramp. Parking and boat launching on weekends and holidays is with AC/BC permit only. Parking fines for violations are $500.
– The 2025 Annual Beach Parking Permits are available at the Sanibel Recreation Center and are valid through Nov. 30.
BEACH PARKING CONTACT INFORMATION
– Assistance with paying for parking: 239-472-3111, option 3
– Police non-emergency questions: 239-472-3111
– Parking citation questions: parking@mysanibel.com
HURRICANE RE-ENTRY PASSES
The SPD will continue to use the 2024 residential and commercial hurricane re-entry passes for the 2025 season. They may be picked up Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m at the 800 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. To access the residential pass application, visit https://www.mysanibel.com/DocumentCenter/View/1069/2024-Residential-Hurricane-Pass-Application-PDF. To access the commercial pass application, visit https://www.mysanibel.com/DocumentCenter/View/1070/2024-Commercial-Hurricane-Pass-Application. Email the completed application, along with the required documentation, to hurricanepass@mysanibel.com. The permit is mailed once the application is processed.
REPORTING SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY
Anonymous tips regarding crimes or suspicious activity can be submitted via Tip411:
– Text the keyword SANIBEL, followed by a space, and then the tip to 847411.
– Web tips can be submitted at https://tip411.com/tips/new?alert_group_id=22450.
– Use the free “Sanibel PD” app available from the Google Play and Apple App stores.
Find the SPD on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SanibelPolice.