The Sanibel Police Department issued the following weekly police blotter, which includes recent information about law enforcement response to criminal activity.
ARRESTS
– William Cassidy III, 49, of 8749 Spring Mountain Way, Fort Myers, was charged on Nov. 24 with one count each of drugs possess possess controlled substance without prescription and DUI unlawful blood alcohol DUI blood alcohol 0.08 or more per 100 ml.
– Erica Lynn Hartford, 41, of 951 Dixie Beach Blvd., Sanibel, was charged on Nov. 21 with one count of drive while license suspended revocation equivalent status.
– Tacoma Joel Leon, 27, of 7503 Atlantis Way, Apt. K206, Kissimmee, was charged on Nov. 28 with one count of DUI unlawful blood alcohol DUI influence of alcohol or drugs.
OTHER ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS
– On Nov. 24, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle for excessive speed. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for unlawful speed (67 mph in a 35 mph zone).
– On Nov. 26, a road rage incident resulted in two individuals being issued a notice to appear for simple battery due to their mutual involvement in a physical altercation.
– On Nov. 27, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle for excessive speed. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for unlawful speed (60 mph in a 30 mph zone).
– On Nov. 29, 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 Nov. 29, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle for excessive speed. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for unlawful speed (80 mph in a 35 mph zone).
– On Nov. 30, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle for excessive speed. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for unlawful speed (67 mph in a 35 mph zone).
– On Dec. 3, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle for excessive speed. A records check revealed the driver did not have a valid driver’s license. The driver was issued a notice to appear for never being issued a driver’s license. The vehicle was removed from the scene by a licensed driver.
– On Dec. 3, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle for excessive speed. The driver was subsequently issued a notice to appear for unlawful speed (72 mph in a 35 mph zone).
– On Dec. 4, a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle for excessive speed. A records check revealed the driver did not have a valid driver’s license. The driver was issued a notice to appear for never being issued a driver’s license. The vehicle was removed from the scene by a licensed driver.
ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS STATISTICS
From Nov. 21 to Dec. 4:
– Alarm calls (business and residential): 12
– Total 911 calls: 50
– Traffic crashes: 3
– Radar details: 123
– Traffic stops: 282
Citations issued: 84
Written warnings issued: 3
Verbal warnings issued: 199
– Residential area checks: 752
– Business area checks: 453
– Total area checks: 1,729
– Reported burglaries: 0
– Reported thefts: 1
– Total CAD calls: 3,110
– Ranger contacts with citizens: 707 (Nov. 12-25)
November:
– Alarm calls (business and residential): 29
– Total 911 calls: 107
– Traffic crashes: 8
– Radar details: 262
– Traffic stops: 579
Citations issued: 179
Written warnings issued: 3
Verbal warnings issued: 408
– Residential area checks: 1,525
– Business area checks: 943
– Total area checks: 3,654
– Reported burglaries: 0
– Reported thefts: 2
– Total CAD calls: 6,761
– Ranger contacts with citizens: 2,001 (Oct. 29 to Nov. 25)
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 2026 Annual Beach Parking Permits are available at the Sanibel Recreation Center and are valid through Nov. 30.
BEACH CONTACT PARKING 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.