Cops Corner | Longboat Key

Longboat Key | Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
March 25, 2025

Resident calls police to solve heavy traffic delay on island

The complainant called emergency services about the seasonal traffic backups on the island. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
March 18, 2025

Couple reports mysterious keys in their condo unit

When they returned home days prior, they found a keychain and fob in their unit that remains unidentified. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
March 9, 2025

Police investigate suspicious packaging scattered along patio

A resident called to report what appeared to be packaging tossed around her patio by an animal or a person. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
March 4, 2025

Police evict unwanted raccoon from fourth floor of condo

The officer had to handle the situation without backup from animal services. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
February 25, 2025

Trespassed man claimed he's heading south for YouTube fame

While trespassing on a Longboat Key property, the man said he was hoping to swim with alligators and film it for YouTube. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
February 18, 2025

Men caught sleeping in Longboat park after hours

The two were found asleep in their car, claiming they were tired after fishing. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
February 11, 2025

Two 'suspicious' cars determined to be neighborly visitors

The responding officer’s brief investigation found the two cars parked on the street belonged to people visiting nearby. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
February 4, 2025

Man starts verbal disagreement over lost pairs of pants

A check to replace one pair of pants was not enough for the owner of the pants. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
January 28, 2025

Resident reports dog on the loose, results in meeting the neighbor

A woman was worried about a big dog on the loose, and the police call ended in her meeting a new neighbor who owned the dog. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
January 21, 2025

Citizen reports suspicious smoker relaxing on the sidewalk

Officers investigated the report of a man lying on the side of the road and smoking a cigarette. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
January 14, 2025

Couple found enjoying 'snuggle time' in business lot after hours

An officer investigated a suspicious vehicle parked in a business lot after hours and found a couple enjoying some quality time. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
January 7, 2025

Resident reports loud music and screams from New Year's Eve partiers

The responding officer heard some laughter, but no suspicious activity. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
December 31, 2024

Longboat Key Cops Corner: Best Animal Calls of 2024

Sometimes, the officers of Longboat Key find themselves acting as animal control for the island's residents.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
December 22, 2024

Longboat Key Cops Corner: The Best of 2024

From saving wildlife to rescuing residents locked in showers, Cops Corner proves it's never a dull day for Longboat Key police officers.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
December 17, 2024

Suspicious man dancing in the street 'just enjoying his time'

The man was later found playing his drum and down in the dumps. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
December 10, 2024

Man claims he 'owns the road,' wants construction workers fined

A citizen called to report after-hours construction work and proceeded to become argumentative. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
December 3, 2024

Man frustrated with broken ATM calls Longboat Key police

The man needed cash and thought the police could assist. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
November 26, 2024

Resident flags officer for help removing raccoon from car grill

After accidentally hitting the raccoon, the driver found the raccoon to be alive and behind the grill. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
November 19, 2024

Suspicious man sleeping on park bench resting after rescue from bay

The man told officers he was just rescued after going overboard on his boat. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
November 12, 2024

Police try to locate illegal iguana on Longboat Key beach

A citizen called to report the invasive species taking a stroll on the beach. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
November 5, 2024

Welfare check turns out to be resident dodging a 'bad friend'

The caller hadn’t heard from the resident since before the hurricanes, but there was more behind the pair’s friendship. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
October 29, 2024

Resident concerned about moved package realizes neighbor was helping out

After the resident reported the suspicious activity to the police, it was discovered that the suspect was just a nice neighbor. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
October 22, 2024

Officer safely retrieves resident's firearm from flooded home

The resident asked for an officer’s help in retrieving and clearing the submerged shotgun after hurricane flooding. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
October 15, 2024

Officer checks on young sailors determined to ride out hurricane

A resident asked officers to conduct a welfare check on the young adults before Hurricane Milton. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
October 8, 2024

Police investigate suspicious man walking barefoot on the island

A resident called to report a man walking along Gulf of Mexico Drive barefoot, but the man claimed to have his shoes stolen. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
October 1, 2024

Resident calls police, accuses neighbor of cutting sprinkler lines

After receiving a high utility bill and finding a cut sprinkler line, a resident was suspicious that her neighbor was to blame. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
September 24, 2024

Hotel guest upset with unexpected turndown service

Police were called to mediate a situation when a guest was angry after hotel staff entered his room for turndown service. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
September 17, 2024

Hotel staff concerned about man who left suddenly with 2 'call girls' still in room

The staff said the man appeared intoxicated and left all of his belongings in his room with the two women. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
September 10, 2024

Construction vehicle whacked traffic cones

Residents call police to report a crush-cones-and-run case. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
September 3, 2024

Police called to investigate suspicious washing machine noise

A condominium employee reported hearing a washing machine turn on in a unit that was supposed to be unoccupied. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
August 27, 2024

Resident not happy with service dog on Longboat beach

A complainant called to report a dog, and even after it was discovered to be a service dog, the complainant wasn’t happy. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
August 20, 2024

Remains found on Longboat beach determined to not be human

A resident called police to report suspicious remains found on a dune, which a medical examiner said weren't human. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
August 13, 2024

Police investigate truck that drove away with gas pump hose

A gas station employee reported a truck caused property damage after driving away with the hose and nozzle still in the truck. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
August 6, 2024

Police respond to guest angry that resort doesn’t sell cigarettes

A guest at a local resort caused a scene after being upset that the resort didn’t have cigarettes for sale. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
July 30, 2024

Longboat police evict man camping near Beer Can Island

While on patrol, officers find a man violating the prohibition against camping on Longboat Key. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

Carter Weinhofer
July 23, 2024

Longboat Key officer frees cat stuck in porch ceiling

A caller asked for police assistance when a cat got stuck in a new porch ceiling. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
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