On Patrol — June 2010

Update July 1, 2010.

June 30

Power lines spark trees
4:30 p.m. – Officer Coffman – 600 block, St. Judes Drive North – I responded to the location on St. Judes in reference to power lines arching in the trees to the rear of the address. Upon arrival I observed the power lines sparking. Longboat Key Fire Department responded and stood by until Florida Power & Light could arrive to fix the problem.

Piña coladas and pot
10:40 p.m. – Officer Mislyan – 5300 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – While on patrol, I observed a black four-door Jeep bearing tag 134MXK driving below the posted speed limit and weaving in its lane. Other traffic was passing this slow-moving vehicle. I clocked it on moving traffic radar at 34 mph and 38 mph in a posted 45 mph zone. The vehicle also was over the solid white line to the right and on the yellow centerlines to the left of the traffic lane. The vehicle at one point sped up to 51 mph.

I conducted a traffic stop in the 5300 block, and the driver appeared to be under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol. He admitted to drinking a piña colada and to smoking marijuana. His breath still smelled of freshly burnt cannabis. He agreed to perform the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Field Sobriety Task and did so poorly. He gave verbal consent to officers to search his vehicle for marijuana, but refused to sign a consent form. The vehicle was searched with negative results. Only residue was observed on the floorboard carpet. Subject stated that he was smoking marijuana at home. He appeared to be more impaired on the cannabis than alcohol. He stated that he had only one drink.

Driver agreed to sign a release of liability for his vehicle to be parked at the police station overnight and was driven home to Bradenton Beach by Officer Thomas. The couple stated they were having a boyfriend/girlfriend argument in the vehicle prior to being stopped by the police.

June 29

No parking zone
3:54 p.m. – Officer Brey – 600 block, Lyons Lane – After completing a call in the area, I was flagged down by the complainant regarding the parking of construction trucks and workers’ cars on the north side of the street, designated as a ‘no parking zone.’ The complainant said it is a continuing problem. At that part of the roadway, parking is restricted on both sides of the street, leaving no place for these vehicles to be parked where they would not be in violation. Upon conversation with persons on the job site, they agreed to move vehicles over as far as they could as not to impede traffic/emergency vehicles and would park as many on the job site as they could. The complainant seemed satisfied with this.

Missing garbage can
4:08 p.m. – Officer Brey – 500 block, Harbor Point Road – The complainant came into the Police Department to report they had received a bill for $60 from Waste Management Company for a garbage receptacle of which the complainant never had possession. It was reportedly delivered to their rental property in August 2008, but the complainant never saw it. They have since sold the home and now reside in Sarasota. Waste Management indicated they would waive the $60 charge if they reported the property as missing to the police.

June 27

Exhausted kayaker
2:20 a.m. – Officer Silverio Jr. – 100 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – While on water patrol of Longboat Pass, a kayaker flagged me down. The kayaker stated that he was exhausted from a voyage from New Pass. The kayaker asked if I could get some help. I loaded the vessel operator and his kayak on board my patrol vessel and transported him to Overlook Park. The operator was dropped off near his vehicle. No further action.

June 26

Late night smoker
12:51 a.m. – Officer Thomas – 500 block, Ketch Lane – I was on patrol when I observed a person standing in the shadows at the corner of Ketch Lane and Gulf of Mexico Drive. As I turned my marked police car around to observe the subject, he began walking southbound. I stopped and exited my patrol car and asked the subject if he would mind speaking with me. The subject walked toward me and agreed to speak with me. After further questioning during the consensual encounter, the subject said he resided with his family and that he was waiting alongside the road for his younger brother to be returned home. The subject further advised that a man that his family was staying with had taken his 15-year-old brother with him and had not returned yet. He also stated that they left the home around 10:30 p.m. I advised the subject that I would follow him home and confirm his story with his mother.

I went to the residence at the 500 block of Ketch Lane and met with his mother. She confirmed that they did not know that the suspect had taken her 15-year-old son. The family was unsuccessful at calling the suspect on his cell phone due to not having enough minutes. The female subject gave me the suspect’s phone number, which I was attempting to call when he pulled into the driveway.

I met with the suspect as he exited his car. I explained the police presence and the concerns that the family had shared with us regarding his having their 15-year-old family member since 10:30 p.m. He stated he thought they knew he had the boy. I asked him if he knew what time it was. He did not. He was informed that it was now 1:20 a.m. He was surprised at the time. As I was talking to him I noted that his pants pockets were bulged. I advised him I would like to pat him down for my protection and asked him to place his hands on his car’s trunk. He complied and I patted him down. I felt several objects in his pockets including what had the shape thru feel of a smoking pipe.

I stepped away from the suspect and he turned toward me. I asked if he had any illegal drugs or paraphernalia on him. I asked that if he did if he would not mind removing it from his pockets and placing it on his trunk. He complied and removed several items from his pockets to include a wallet, watch, pocketknife, prescription pills, lighter and a brown smoking pipe. I picked up the pipe off the trunk. It had the strong smell of freshly burnt marijuana on it. I read the suspect his Miranda rights from a waiver of rights card. He answered that he understood his rights and agreed to talk further with police. I asked him for what he used the pipe. He stated he used the pipe to smoke marijuana. He was asked if he had any marijuana, and he stated he didn’t have any left. He then offered to allow officers to search his vehicle. A search of the vehicle was conducted with negative results except for residuals found on the carpet and inside the door pocket. I advised him that I would be issuing him a notice to appear for his possession of paraphernalia. I completed the notice to appear and issued a copy to the subject. He read and understood the notice to appear.

Business DL cancelled
8:59 p.m. – Officer Thomas – 3000 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – I was on patrol when I observed the black pick-up truck southbound in the 3000 block of Gulf of Mexico Drive. It was nighttime conditions, and the truck had its headlights on but did not have its taillights functioning. I conducted a traffic stop using the marked patrol car’s overhead red and blue lights. Upon stopping the vehicle, I greeted the driver and explained my reason for stopping him. The driver was asked for and provided his driver’s license and vehicle information. The driver told me he had a business-purposes-only license. A computer check revealed that the subject’s driver’s license was suspended as of June 14, 2010, due to non-compliance with court-ordered counseling and that he did not have a business-purpose-only permit. Upon speaking with the subject, he advised that he knew he needed to get the counseling but did not know his business permit had been cancelled. He was still in his work uniform and was coming from the direction of his employment. I issued him a written warning for the inoperative taillights and a UTC for the driving while license suspended without knowledge. He signed a release from liability waiver, electing to leave his vehicle temporarily parked alongside the roadway in the 3000 block of GMD. His driver’s license was seized to be placed in the department’s confiscated driver’s license locker.

Craig’s list caper
9:36 p.m. – Officer Martin Jr. – 5000 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – The complainant came to the police department to report suspected Internet fraud. She advised that she had attempted to purchase a Vespa Scooter on Craig’s list. All was going well, and then the seller wanted her to switch to EBay and pay using Western Union. She had contacted EBay, and they told her that it was fraud because they don’t use Western Union and only use Pay Pal as a secure way to pay for goods and services. The complainant was smart enough to catch it before she paid out any money. The complainant gave me copies of the e-mails that had been exchanged, and I placed them in file. I explained to her the difficulties in locating the suspect even using the e-mail address that he had signed up under. She stated that she would try to get further information from him, like a valid phone number. I told her if she was successful to pass the information on to us. Nothing further at this time.

Homesick and stranded
10:56 p.m. – Officer Thompson – 4000 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – While on patrol, I observed a verbal dispute between the two subjects. They advised that the female subject wanted to leave the unit she was sharing with the male subject and his children. He advised her that he could not take her home and leave his children. She agreed to go to the hotel lobby and wait for a ride from her family. He went back to his room, and no further action was taken or required.

June 25

Homeless man need of meds
6:03 a.m. – Officer Bourque – 5200 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – I was dispatched to a disturbance. Once on scene I found the complainant. He appeared to be confused. After talking to the suspect, we discovered he has medication to help him function. He was out of the medication and requested a ride to Sarasota Memorial Hospital to get more. He is homeless and gets assistance from Sarasota County. As far as the original disturbance, there never was one. Officer Coffman transported the suspect to Sarasota hospital without incident.

Feud over rent
2:13 p.m. – Officer Misylan – 500 block, Ketch Lane – I responded to a disturbance in progress and complainant states that a 16-year-old subject was threatening to fight with him. Upon arrival I spoke with the complainant who stated that he took rent money ($600) from the listed subjects and that they were to stay in the house for one month. Now he is having a dispute with their 16-year-old son. He wants them to leave now. I spoke with one of the subjects, the mother of the 16-year-old juvenile, and she states that she has nowhere else to go and is paid until July 3. She has three other children with her ages 10, 13 and 15. I spoke with the other subject who states that he will have money June 28 and will move the family out at the same time. Complainant and the others involved agreed to stay in the house together. Subjects stated that they are longtime friends and agreed to get along for the next week. No physical altercation occurred.

June 24

Loud-mannered gents
9:54 p.m. – Officer Martin Jr. – Sea Place, 2000 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – We responded to the address regarding some type of noise disturbance. We arrived and made contact with the occupants and inquired if everything was OK. The male adult subject was very rude and argumentative. He stated we were invading his privacy. We advised him that we were there checking on the welfare of the persons staying there. We cleared the residence after verifying everyone was OK. The subjects staying there are foreigners and didn’t quite understand how things are done here. There was a similar call last year for the same thing. Apparently they like to talk loud, which worried the neighbor. No violation observed. Nothing further.

June 22

Back-handed move
1:07 p.m. – Officer Quarmby – Longboat Key Club Road, Gulf of Mexico Drive – The complainant was riding his bicycle north bound in the bike lane of GMD at Longboat Key Club Road. The vehicle came up from behind, slowed and the rear seat passenger struck the complainant on the backside with his hand. The complainant states that he is not injured and does not know the subjects or what motivated them to strike him. He heard the subjects yell from the vehicle as it went by. The vehicle then continued north on GMD. The complainant stated that he is not sure if he can identify the subject. He also stated that he is willing to prosecute for battery if found.

Motorcyclist cited
3:19 p.m. – Officer Mislyan – Bay Isles Road, Gulf of Mexico Drive – I observed a yellow Suzuki motorcycle being driven southbound by the perpetrator without a helmet or eye protection. I conducted a traffic stop and found that the driver did not have a motorcycle endorsement. He said he had lost his sunglasses earlier. He was issued a warning for the eye protection and a criminal summons for violation of driver’s license restrictions: no motorcycle endorsement.

Weaving down GMD
7:31 p.m. – Officer Misylan – 1000 block Longboat Key Club Road – I observed a white Chevy van in the beach access at the 3200 block. The vehicle started up and pulled out when the patrol entered the lot. The white male driver, later identified as the registered owner, did not have his seatbelt on. A registration check showed that the vehicle owner’s driver’s license was suspended for failure to pay a traffic fine.

The vehicle headed southbound and was speeding, then tailgating a silver SUV with a handicapped license plate. The silver SUV pulled into the center lane to let the white van pass. The van then sped up again and was clocked on moving traffic radar at 54 mph in a posted 35 mph construction zone. The vehicle was weaving back and forth and over the white line. The vehicle quickly turned right into Longboat Key Club Road north and the gate was in the open position. I activated my emergency lights and the vehicle kept traveling around the bend and then left into a driveway next to a private residence. The two front-seat occupants, male and female, began to move around in the vehicle and reach under and between the seats. The driver was contacted, and it was confirmed that the driver was the registered owner.

He said he paid the ticket and did not know his license was suspended. He was very nervous. He was seen smoking and blowing smoke out of the window when stopped. He was asked for consent to search the vehicle for weapons and drugs. He refused to allow us to search. He was issued citations and released. Passenger held a valid license and was allowed to drive the van.

June 21

Dead snake on bike
1:24 p.m. – Officer Mislyan – 500 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – Subject observed was operating a bicycle southbound on GMD in the bike lane. He was unsteady and swerved out into the roadway. It was observed that he was holding a snake in his hand and was having difficulty controlling the bike while handling the snake. He stopped in the driveway of the 5600 block of GMD and was spoken with. The three-foot rat snake was dead, and subject said he found it on the side of the road. He said he picked it up to bury it. In order for the subject to be able to safely operate his bicycle, he was convinced to allow town staff to properly dispose of the dead snake. Wants and warrants check were negative.

The ‘great procrastinator’
3:39 p.m. – Officer Morningstar – 4200 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – I observed a gray 2003 Chevrolet truck, Florida tag#G984JQ, per SHSMV the tag expired on Dec. 31, 2009. I stopped the vehicle in the 4200 block and made contact with the driver. Driver was identified by Florida Driver’s License. Driver stated he knew his tag had expired and that he was a “great procrastinator.” When advised his license was also suspended, driver stated he was not aware and thought he had a business purpose only DL. Driver was issued citation 4352-CYI for Expired Tag More than 6 Months and 4353-CYI for DWLS Without Knowledge. The driver’s Florida DL was confiscated and turned into the DL evidence locker. A licensed driver called to the scene removed the vehicle.

Vehicles in vacant lot
6:38 p.m. – Officer Thomas – Gulf of Mexico Drive/Shinebone Alley – An anonymous complainant advised of two vehicles parked on a vacant lot for sale at Shinbone Alley and GMD. The complainant further advised that the occupants of the vehicle had crossed the street to go fishing. I observed the vehicles and crossed the roadway to look for the occupants of the vehicles. Officer Quarmby and I located nine young men fishing along the edge of the Gulf. The young men were told that they could not park where they had parked. They advised that they were unaware of this. They were given instructions and directions as to where they could park. All the young men expressed their apologies, as they were unaware they could not park there, and advised they would move their vehicles to the appropriate locations.

June 20

Fears for father’s safety
12:27 p.m. – Officer Nagell – 600 block, Companion Way – I responded to the location for an initial complaint of disturbance. Upon my arrival I made contact with a subject who advised that he and his live-in girlfriend had gotten into an argument. He advised that the argument began when he asked her to not smoke in the bedroom. Both subjects advised that they had been drinking over the past few hours. I then spoke with the complainant, the subject’s daughter, who was concerned for her father, as this relationship seemed very abusive in nature. He advised that there was no physical contact between him and his girlfriend. I did note a small abrasion to his forehead, which he advised was due to an earlier injury. Both subjects agreed to remain separate for the remainder of the night and discuss the issues in the morning.

Dog left in running car
3:29 p.m. – Officer Quarmby – 4700 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – I woman had checked out of the Hilton Hotel and continued to remain on the beach, this is commonly allowed by the management as long as the room is vacated by the agreed time. She had her dog with her and left it in the vehicle with the vehicle running and air conditioning on at 65 degrees. Patrons made several complaints to the hotel desk when they saw the dog in the car, and therefore management called police. Management asked that she be asked to leave the premises since she was causing guests alarm and refusing to not leave the dog unattended. I contacted the woman and advised her of the complaints and the request for her to leave. I further advised her that in the current high temperatures (90 degrees), it would take only several minutes for her dog to die from the heat if the car stalled while she was on the beach. She complied with reservation.

Dine and dash
8:13 p.m. – Officer Bourque – On the listed date and time I was dispatched to Mar Vista Restaurant for the report of two people leaving and not paying their bill. The caller said the suspects fled in a red 2005 Chevy truck, tag number unknown. They were last seen turning north onto Gulf of Mexico Drive. I was responding from south of that location. I had dispatch give out a BOLO (Be On the Look Out) to Bradenton Beach. She also notified Manatee Sheriff’s Office. While responding I did not see the suspect vehicle. Once on scene, I spoke to the restaurant manager. I took the information for this report. I canvassed the area but was not able to locate the suspects. I gave the manager my business card with the report number.

My interview with the manager of the restaurant: Tonight at about 7 p.m., two people came into the restaurant for dinner. After eating they were given a bill for $37.84. A few minutes later the two left. They left $29.00 on the table, which did not cover the bill. As the two suspects drove off, the manager ran out to Broadway to see if he could see where they went. He saw them turn north on Gulf of Mexico Drive. He told me he had never seen them before. He does not want to prosecute unless they refuse to pay. He said the male suspect was about 5 feet 8 inches and 280 pounds, with shoulder length white hair, a white beard, blue shirt, tan shorts, about 50 to 60 years old. The female suspect was about 5 feet 7 inches, 180 pounds; she had red hair and unknown clothing. They got into a 2000- 2005 red Chevy pickup with an unknown tag.

Parking in private lot
10:39 p.m. – Officer Bourque – 100 block, North Shore Road – While on patrol I saw a subject walking from the beach located north of North Shore Road. He was cutting across the condos property. He said he and some friends were at the beach. They parked in the private parking lot belonging to the condos. I got the other two subjects off the beach. I had dispatch check all three for warrants, none were found. I looked into the car from the outside and saw no contraband. I told all three they were trespassing, and they said they understood. They left the area.

June 19

Northern exposure
11:53 a.m. – Officer Quarmby – 300 block, North Shore Road – I was flagged down by three witnesses who reported that they observed a naked man on the beach in the area. Upon receiving this complaint I advised dispatch and proceeded to check the woods and beach. I passed a couple, who were dressed and carrying their chairs and umbrella, leaving the beach. At this point I did not have information that a female had accompanied the nude subject. Upon walking further on the beach toward Beer Can Island, I was contacted by one of the complainants who stated that the couple I had seen was in fact the subjects of the complaint.

I detained the couple and contacted one of the witnesses who drove by in an attempt to identify the subject she saw. It should be noted that the couple now had covered bathing suits with shorts and shirts; the man had removed his hat. The complainant stated that she was not positive if they were the same subjects. Subjects were warned about laws regarding public nudity and also advised that any additional incidents could result in arrest. They were then released after wanted checks returned negative.

A few minutes later another witness arrived and stated that he was positive that the couple was the same people he had seen earlier. He further stated the male had been in the water to his chest. He saw two of the complainants walking along the beach and purposely waited until they were within visual range and then walked out of the water naked in front of them. At this point this report serves as documentation that the violator was contacted and warned of the law and the possibility of being arrested if he continues this behavior.

Near drowning
8:37 p.m. – Officer Nagell – 4700 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – Officer Bourke and I responded to the Hilton for a report of drowning. Upon my arrival I observed several people around the victim, attending to her. Longboat Key Fire and Rescue arrived and transported the victim in stable condition to Sarasota Memorial Hospital. The following are statements made to me by those involved.

Statement 1: While taking pictures of the sun setting, they observed the victim take “one lap” in the pool. After taking another picture, they observed the victim on the bottom of the pool. Both attempted to get the victim’s attention and after approximately one minute the couple pulled the victim from the pool to the stairs. Two females then assisted by administering two cycles of CPR, at which point the victim began to come around.

Statement 2: They had heard a commotion at the pool and observed a couple assisting the victim out of the pool. Another witness was a nurse and began to render aid to the victim with the assistance of another witness. After two cycles of CPR the victim began to “come around.” At that point Longboat Key Fire and Rescue, as well as Longboat Key Police Department had arrived.

June 15

Tree struck at Durante Park
8:49 p.m. – Officer Nagell – 5500 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – While closing Durante Park I noted several swerving tire tracks in the gravel. At one point it appears that whoever made those tracks struck a tree and ran over some plantings on the north side of the drive. The tracks appear to be less than six feet apart and appear to have been made by a smaller type vehicle/auto. They appear to have been made sometime within the last few hours. Report written for information and documentation only.

Water leak closes St. Judes
10:46 p.m. – Officer Nagell – Gulf of Mexico/St. Judes Drive – Upon arrival I observed a large amount of water coming from what appeared to be an underground pipe. The water department responded and attempted to locate the water leak. I shut down the entrance to St. Judes Drive and remained on the scene for worker safety and traffic control. As of 5:27 a.m. the leak had not been located and the road remained closed. An e-mail was sent to department heads; dispatch will notify the fire department of the closure.

June 14

A few too many
10:03 a.m. – Officer Erickson – 500 block, Ketch Lane – Complainant contacted LBKPD Dispatch and stated that she only wanted her son living in her house at the disclosed location. I contacted her son and advised him of this; he stated that he had a couple and their four children living there with him. He said he would advise them and that he would make them leave.

EBay takes back Benz
7:02 p.m. – Officer Pilato – 500 block, Yawl Lane – Complainant, of EBay recovery and repossession advised he had repossessed a vehicle form the location. Description of property, a white Mercedes Benz 350R, tag#5071AX, registered to a Longboat Key resident. Florida vehicle registration has been checked through FCIC and NCIC. All information given by EBay representative checked out. Registered owner is not aware the vehicle has been repossessed at this time.

June 13

Welcome only when he works
4:35 p.m. – Officer Morningstar – 2700 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – I responded to a disturbance/trespass complaint. I was advised the suspects and vehicle left southbound; I found the vehicle and stopped it in the 600 block of GMD. The driver was identified by FLDL. Suspect stated he has been working at the property for the past six weeks and was told by several owners that he can come by any time. Per Officer Coffman, the property manager advised he does not want the suspect trespassed but also does not want him on the property unless he is working. Suspect advised he is not being trespassed from the property but is not allowed to be there unless he is working. Suspect stated he understood.

Contraband “Happy Meal”
7:11 p.m. – Officer Thompson – 100 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – I observed the subject sitting in a 1999 4-door, white Oldsmobile FL tag# M618CX, backed into a parking space at the Charthouse Plaza watching people enter/exit the restaurant. He then left upon seeing my marked patrol vehicle. He then committed traffic violations and was stopped at St. Armands Circle. He could not produce a driver’s license and admitted he was suspended. He was found to be revoked for two years for violation of controlled substance. He was placed under arrest for DWLSR with knowledge. An inventory search of his vehicle was conducted prior to impound. During this search a black Smith & Wesson Ex-treme ops three-inch knife blade was found hidden from sight, stuffed between the driver’s seat and the center console and it was readily accessible.

Also, during the search a marijuana cigarette was located in the ashtray. The trunk of the car contained a baggie containing 8 grams of marijuana, rolling papers, a McDonalds serving tray, and a cigar. All evidence was secured. Direct Towing called from the rotation list towed the vehicle. He was charged with SWLSR, Possession of Cannabis less/20 grams, and Carrying a concealed weapon.

Reckless and irritated
9:03 p.m. – Officer Mislyan – 1 Gulf of Mexico Drive – I observed a silver 2000 Lincoln Continental four-door traveling southbound on Gulf of Mexico Drive legally passing slower traffic in the 3200 block. The vehicle began to speed and entered the 35 MPH construction zone. Radar in squad car #2 clocked the vehicle at 56 mph. The vehicle was also weaving, crossing over the solid white line to the right of the traffic lane several times. In car video was activated. In the 800 block, the vehicle was following a white mini van too closely from behind and almost crashed into it when it stopped to make a left turn. The Lincoln swerved to the right, onto the bike lane leaving the roadway, to pass on the right. The vehicle then continued to speed, now at 52 mph in a regular 35 mph zone. Vehicle was stopped and driver initially refused to produce his driver’s license. He was argumentative throughout the stop. SPD was called to the scene and stood by while the speeding citation was issued. Options for court and driving school were explained and information handout provided.

June 12

Tipsy toddle
3:41 a.m. – Officer Thompson – While on patrol, I located an intoxicated female walking along the 1700 block of GMD. I assisted her back to her building in Sarasota. I then made contact with her cousin, who advised she would be at the location to assist the intoxicated subject. No further action taken or required.

Walker bitten by dog
10:22 a.m. – Officer Morningstar – 700 block, Norton Street – I responded to the area for a dog bite. I met with the victim, who stated she and her husband were walking in the middle of the street when the dog from the location came charging into the roadway at them. The victim state she stuck her hands out in front of her and the dog bit her on the lower left lip. I could not see any evidence of a dog bite. She stated it was a small puncture wound with no blood, and she went home and put ice on it. Manatee dog bite report filled out and sent to Animal Services. I advised the owner of the dog leash ordinance, owner stated the only reason the dog was off the leash is because it had just finished training and they were going out of town.

Drunk and disorderly
4:01 p.m. – Officer Thomas – 600 block, Cedar Court – I met with Cedars owner and manager in reference to a 911 hang up received by LBKPD Dispatch. He advised me the following:

A male and female guest had been out by the pool drinking alcoholic beverages when the female started to use loud profanity. The two were asked to leave the property, as they do not stay at Cedars. As they were leaving, they continued to be loud and disruptive. Another employee walked out to observe the two and called 9-1-1, as they appeared not to be leaving, but the phone was too distant from its base station to work properly and it disconnected. The man and the woman left the property on foot. He told me he would call the police should the two return. I advised I would check the area for the subjects.

As I was checking the area, I observed a male walking back onto the Cedars property. I confirmed with him that he had been one of the subjects involved in the earlier disturbance. He said he needed to go back to the pool to get his cell phone. I accompanied him. I learned his name and his wife’s name, who had been with him earlier. He located his cell phone near the pool at which time the manager observed us and came over to speak with the subject. He told the subject that he and his wife’s conduct and foul language would not be tolerated at the Cedars’ complex. He asked that the two not return. The subject agreed to this. The manager declined to issue a trespass warning at this time. I stood by while the subject left the complex.

Drunk, dropped and feeling hurt
5:14 p.m. – Officer Morningstar – 100 block, North Shore Road – I responded to the Coquina Boat Ramp for an intoxicated woman who had been dropped on her face. I met with the victim, who stated she had too much to drink and when her friends tried to pick her up to load her on one of the jet skis, they dropped her and she hit her face in the sand. A witness from Greer Island to Coquina Boat Ramp transported her. Victim stated she was not feeling well from a combination of alcohol and hitting her face. Manatee Fire and Rescue was called to evaluate the victim.

June 11

No lights, no bells
1:57 a.m. – Officer Nagell – 5400 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – I observed the subject southbound on the sidewalk in the 5400 block of GMD. The subject was riding a bicycle with no lights or bell. I initiated contact and advised him of the need for lights and a bell. He stated he was headed to Sarasota, however, refused a ride to St. Armands. I further advised him of the town ordinance on camping. A written warning was issued for the lights.

Boat adrift
7:19 a.m. – Officer Silverio – off the Key – I was dispatched to the 800 block, of Marbury Lane for a vessel that had run aground. I went to this location and found the vessel. The vessel was at anchor and about 25 yards from the complainant’s seawall. The vessel was not a hazard to navigation at the time. Later I went to the vessel’s location by patrol vessel. The vessel was now a hazard and dragging anchor in the Intercoastal Waterway. Officer Coffman assisted me with securing the vessel. The vessel was relocated to the anchorage off Leffis Key. I then met with the person involved with the vessel. He stated that the vessel was run aground last night due to the strong tide. He advised me that the new owner was pulling the vessel off the water to have new motors installed. I advised him the location of the vessel. He stated that is the location where he was pulling the vessel from the water for service. He is the owner of the Boat Station in Cortez. He is the person authorized to transport this vessel to service. No further action.

Domestic disturbance
8:53 a.m. – Officer Morningstar – 2200 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – I responded to a condominium parking lot for a possible domestic violence. I observed two subjects matching the description of the involved parties leaving the parking lot and stopped the vehicle. Both parties were identified by Fla. Driver’s Licenses. They were separated and asked what had happened. Both parties stated they were arguing but nothing physical had happened. There was no evidence of a physical altercation. Both parties were advised of domestic violence laws and released.

Purse lost in Publix
12:08 p.m. – Officer Morningstar – 500 block, Bay Isles Parkway – I responded to meet with complainant in reference to a missing purse. I met with the complainant’s husband, who stated his wife left her purse, large green and yellow purse valued at $50, containing $30 in cash, 2 prescription eyeglasses, various membership cards and a MasterCard, in a shopping cart at Publix. Both parties returned and checked the area with the store manager but were unable to locate the purse. The husband stated they already cancelled the credit card and that nobody has used the card since it has been missing. He advised there was a blank check in the purse, I advised him to contact the bank to check for any fraudulent activity.

Aren’t you listening?
6:40 p.m. – Officer Mislyan – I observed a 1994 full-sized, teal Chevy pickup driving around the trailer park. I later observed the same truck with multiple occupants enter the property of the Island Chapel and drive around inside the parking lot. This vehicle, upon seeing the police car, stopped and asked some citizens present at the chapel where they could go to the beach with a dog. They were told of several locations in Sarasota and Manatee. Then this vehicle was observed driving down the long private driveway to the beachfront house at the 6600 block, of GMD, a vacant home site that is obviously private property. I stopped the vehicle and contacted the driver again and provided directions and information on town ordinances. She was told not to drive onto property that is obviously privately owned. Despite my directions to pet friendly locations, the subject would later be observed in Coquina Park with the dog, another location that she was specifically told did not allow dogs on the beach.

June 10

Bicycle turned over
2:28 p.m. – Officer Erickson – 525 Bay Isles Parkway – A representative of Publix stated that a black Roadmaster bicycle, number D26165, had been left on Publix property from an arrestee about one month ago. No one has claimed the bicycle so Publix wants it removed. She stated she would like to have the bicycle if no one claims it. I advised her to check with LBKPD in 90 days to check the status of the bicycle. The bicycle was placed into property, PT number 0978.

Boat in yard concerns
4:52 p.m. – Officer Greathouse – 700 block, Binnacle Point Drive – The complainant, a LBK condo president, advised that he received a report of possible violation on the listed mentioned person. The complainant further advised that the mentioned person had a boat on a trailer parked in his front yard and thought this may be a violation. I met with the mentioned person and advised him of the compliant. He stated that the boat would be removed early next week. The complainant was advised of the mentioned persons intent and further advised that there is nothing specifying the parked boar and trailer as a violation. The complainant was satisfied with the results and had nothing further.

Adirondack chairs MIA
9:30 p.m. – Officer Nagell – 700 block, Jungle Queen Way – Complainant advised that three Adirondack type chairs were missing from her property. She advised that she does not recall the last time she saw the chairs, however, she found that they were missing on Tuesday 06-08-2010. The value is at $18 each. There is no evidence to be processed due to the time lapse.

June 9

Mysterious car lights
10:03 p.m. – Officer Martin – 3600 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – I, along with Officer Bourke, responded to the above location regarding a suspicious vehicle parked in the area of the clubhouse. The anonymous complainant stated that a vehicle had been parked out there for approximately 30 minutes with the lights on and the motor running (NOD). When I arrived on scene there were no vehicles there except for one parked in a parking spot and it wasn’t running. We checked the area and nothing suspicious was located or vehicles.

June 8

Driving in circles
12:48 a.m. – Officer Thompson – 3300 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – While on patrol, I observed a blue 2002 4-door Kia passenger car, tag# FL HHQ9S, driving up and down GMD. The vehicle quickly turned onto Longboat Arms and parked with its lights off. I then made contact with the driver and passengers, who stated they were nervous that I was following them. The subjects all had valid drivers licenses and had no wants or warrants at this time. They were cooperative and gave consent to a vehicle search, which revealed no contraband. I explained that they were trespassing on private property and they agreed to leave without incident. No further action taken.

A kiss is just a kiss
1:01 a.m. – Officer Thomas – 200 block, Sands Point Road – I responded to the listed location and met with complainant. She related to me the following circumstances. She advised that she and other members of her company, along with other people associated with related companies are at the Key Club for a conference. Tonight, while having drinks at the hotel bar, a male associate kissed her in an unwelcome manner. She declined to give the man’s name, preferring to think about how she wants to proceed with this incident. She advised that the male in question appeared to be leaving the bar this evening when he leaned in to kiss her goodbye. As she leaned back away from him, she lost her balance and fell backwards, landing on the floor. She declined being injured. She was asked what kind of shoes she was wearing and she showed me that she had been wearing high heels when this incident happened. She then demonstrated to me how the incident occurred, leaning backwards away as if the unnamed male were kissing her goodbye, then falling backwards on the floor. I asked her how many drinks she had tonight. She said she had about six drinks this evening. She appeared intoxicated to me. I issued her a Longboat Key Police Department business card with the case number on it. I asked her to contact the police department when she decides what action she wishes to take in this incident.

June 6

BBQ brawl
4:43 p.m. – Officer Greathouse – 100 block, North Shore Road – The listed complainant reported that he was grilling food at the location and a dog approached his grill and tried to take the food. The complainant then threw a hat at the dog to scare him off. The involved individual and dog owner then approached the complainant and warned him against throwing objects at his dog. This further led to a verbal dispute, which prompted the complainant to report the incident to LBKPD. I responded to the above location with the assistance of MSO Marine Deputy Bill McBride. Upon arrival Deputy McBride and I made contact with the parties involved and both had the same account of what had occurred. They both agreed it was only a verbal disagreement and nothing physical occurred. They both also stated that they were unaware that dogs and fires were prohibited on the beach. They were then both checked for wants/warrants and prior violations with negative results. They both were given verbal warnings against future town ordinance violations and stated that they understood and would comply.

I smell smoke
3:33 p.m. – Officer Greathouse – 4800 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – I responded to the location for a report of smoke being smelled in the area. Upon arrival I assisted LBK Fire Department in identifying the source of smoke. Mulch on the northwest corner of Building B was smoldering and the cause was undetermined. I further assisted LBKFD in extinguishing the smoldering mulch and no further action was needed.

Unsteady walker escorted to Sarasota
9:58 p.m. – Officer Nagell – 100 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – While patrolling the 100 block of GMD I observed a male subject walking on the side of the road. The subject appeared to be lost and unsteady on his feet. Upon making contact with him he advised that he was waiting for a friend to come and pick him up, and that he became lost while attempting to walk to Marina Jacks. A computer check revealed that he had no wants or warrants. I provided the subject a ride to the mainland.

Charter boat missing swim platform
9:26 a.m. – Officer Coffman – 3500 block, Bayou Circle – I responded in reference to missing property. Upon arrival I made contact with the complainant who stated that he runs a charter business out of Sarasota Bay from the Hyatt. On June 5 he was notified that the swim platform off of one of his Grand Banks Trawlers had been lost approximately 1 mile out from New Pass. The complainant wanted to make the report in case it is recovered. He has also notified FWC and Sarasota County in case it was located by one of their boats.

Raccoon bites Longboater
12:36 p.m. – Officer Coffman – 5400 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – I responded to Fire Station 1 in reference to the complainant stating that she had been bitten on the left calf by a raccoon while walking in Durante Park. She was by herself walking on the path near the playground area when she said a raccoon come out from some brush, growled at her and then bit her once before running off. She suffered five puncture wounds to the back of her left calf and were cleaned and dressed by LBK Paramedics. She was taken to the hospital by ambulance. Both Manatee County Animal Control and the Health Department were notified of the incident. I went to the park but was unable to locate any raccoons in the area where the incident occurred.

June 5

Not too noisy neighbors
12:47 p.m. – Officer Bourque – 700 block, St. Judes Drive North – On the listed date and time I was dispatched to a noise complaint. The residence is a two story duplex facing south onto St. Judes. It has a canal on the north side. Once on scene I stood in the vacant lot next (west side) door to the address. After several minutes I did not hear anything that would constitute a noise violation. The residents were on their back porch having a normal conversation at normal tones. I told the residents of the complaint but did not tell them they were violating any ordinance. I spoke with the complainant and told her that I spoke with the residents at the suspected unit and told them of the complaint. I also told her I did not hear any ordinance violation. The complainant and the residents next door live in the same duplex. No further action.

June 4

Pry marks worry resident
9:53 a.m. – Officer Greathouse – 7000 block, Longboat Drive – The complainant reported that she observed what appeared to be pry marks on her front door. She further advised that nothing is missing or otherwise suspicious. She also mentioned a heightened sense of awareness since she read of local burglaries recently. She believes the pry marks would have left while she was out of town (May 5-20). She felt that she should report the marks and requested extra patrols in the area.

Foreclosure occupied
2:03 p.m. – Officer Erickson – Complainant stated that the property of concern was listed in foreclosure, and that there are people still living there. I contacted the residence occupant who stated that his mother owned the property and that he had lived there for three years. At this time I was unable to contact his mother to verify this. The complainant was again contacted and advised that this is a civil matter, the house looked fine, and there is no need for police action at this time.

No fly zone at Harbourside
8:31 p.m. – Officer Martin – 300 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – I observed the suspects fly-fishing on the Harbourside golf course on the south side of Publix. Neither one resides in the community nor no one had given them permission to be there. They were asked to leave and they did so. Nothing further.

June 3

Caught in the act
12:19 p.m. – Officer Thompson – 6800 block, Gulf of Mexico Drive – While on patrol I observed a white 1997 Dodge 4-door passenger car tag# W142MJ parked at the Whitney Beach Plaza after all the businesses were closed. I was concerned that property may be stolen and began checking the area. The plaza was secure and I turned my attention to a large home under construction directly across the street. I began checking the location with assisting Officer Thomas. While inspecting the posted construction site, we detained subject #1 who walked out from underneath the home. Shortly after, a second male was found hiding under a stairwell. He was naked from the waist down and his t-shirt was inside out and backwards. Both subjects were arrested for trespassing on a posted construction site. Post Miranda warning, both subjects admitted being in the home and knew they were not supposed to be there. They admitted to meeting online and going into the home to make out. Both subject’s underwear were located on the floor near the stairwell.

Where’s my stuff
8:49 a.m. – Officer Coffman – 500 block, Schooner Lane – I responded to the location in reference to a burglary alarm. Upon arrival I noticed a large U-Haul truck backed up into the driveway. I was met by subject who told me that his sister, who owns the residence, asked him to go to the house and remove her personal belongings for her. He told me she is going through a divorce. She had given him a key to the house but when he arrived he found that the locks had been changed. He told me he was able to remove a sliding glass door on the pool deck and then was able to unlock the front door so his helpers could remove the personal belongings. He set off the alarm when he opened the doors. He told me that he thought the divorce had been finalized and was only doing what his sister had asked of him. I asked him to stop what he was doing until I could talk with both the homeowners.

I talked with his sister first. She stated that she was still married and that she had signed the deed over to her husband on the home but wanted her personal belongings out. I told her that she was not on the property and her brother did not have any legal paperwork with him stating what he could take and that it would be better if he returned everything back inside the house until the divorce is settled and a judge determines who can have what. She agreed.

I talked with the husband next and informed him of what had happened. He said that no one had his authorization to be in the house or remove any belongings. He did say that there was a Hide-Away storage container in the driveway that had some of his wife’s belongings in it and that she could pick those items up. He said he wanted everything else put back inside the residence and the house secured. I told him I would standby to make certain that happened. Once everything was back inside I called the husband and told him such. I had no further involvement.