Classic Cops of the Day: Longboat Key

  • By Observer Staff
  • | 4:00 a.m. August 1, 2011
  • Longboat Key
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April 12, 1980
The deep end
3 a.m. — Officer observed vehicle in Gulf near New Pass. Driver stated he “didn’t think the water was so deep.” Vehicle towed out by wrecker.

 

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