Crime & Safety
Threats Made Against Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office was evacuated for a time Wednesday night after a series of threats were made against the agency.
SARASOTA, FL — The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office was evacuated for a time Wednesday night after a series of threats were made to the anonymous Crime Stoppers service.
"The tips specifically targeted the agency's headquarters off Cattleman Road," explained a spokesperson for the agency.
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The threats were received around 8 p.m.
"Officials believe the incident was a hoax and there is no threat to public safety," the spokesperson said.
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The sheriff's office said that the threats were taken seriously.
"Personnel responded to our headquarters, performed a cursory search and cleared the building," the spokesperson added.
To report a tip, call the non-emergency number of the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.
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