Authorities charged a Sarasota County man with animal cruelty this week, more than a year after he allegedly left a dog unattended that later died, according to Charlotte County Animal Control. Dustin Allen Martel, 32, of the 600 block of … Find out how to read more online.

ARCADIA — An Arcadia man led police on a wild chase through part of the city before being stopped and arrested. According to the arrest report, Dekarius Tavarion Simpson, 20, of the 100 block of S. Court Street, was spotted … Find out how to read more online.

The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office reported the arrest of an Arcadian woman, Lacey Layne Channel, 28, on a charge of armed burglary June 13, following an investigation into a residential burglary. According to CCSO’s arrest report, a neighbor who was … Find out how to read more online.

The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office still has not released any videos or other evidence in the case of arrestee Jody Holland’s claim that he was beaten by DeSoto deputies while in custody here. DCSO’s Major Sam Williamson said the videos … Find out how to read more online.

U.S. Highway 17 from the Charlotte/DeSoto County line to SW Collins Street — Work is nearing completion to widen this four-mile segment of US 17 from two to four lanes. Motorists traveling on US 17 in both directions should expect … Find out how to read more online.

The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: • Megan Ann Jones, 18, 6300 block of N.E. Thomas Drive, Arcadia. Charges: criminal mischief with damage up to $200, disorderly conduct (brawling), and resisting an officer without violence. Bond: $1,090. … Find out how to read more online.

A North Port man was badly injured Saturday night after being struck by a car as he ran across Gulf Boulevard in St. Pete Beach, the Tampa Bay Times reported. The pedestrian, Eric Jack Hampton, 58, was taken to Bayfront … Find out how to read more online.

A Fort Myers man is in custody in connection with a homicide at a residence in Arcadia on Sunday. Keith Lamont Clark was arrested in connection with the shooting death of Rashard Watson at a house on Pleasant Circle in … Find out how to read more online.

An Arcadian man says he was beaten at the DeSoto County Jail and has hired a lawyer in connection with his claims. At Tuesday’s County Commission meeting, Sheriff Will Wise informed commissioners the county may be named in a future … Find out how to read more online.

Stephen Yusko, 81, sat surrounded at the Arcadia Police Department last week; the occasion was one of celebration. After 20 years of service assisting students safely across the road, Yusko has retired. His family and friends gathered together as the … Find out how to read more online.