Pinellas County Sheriff's Office

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Pinellas County, Florida. Call 727-582-6200 for non-emergencies. Account not monitored 24/7.

The members of the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office take great pride in providing dedicated and professional service to all in Pinellas County - whether it is in law enforcement, corrections, court security or in a support staff role.

If you're not signed up for Alert Pinellas, now's the time. 🚨It's free, it's quick, and it's how Pinellas County residen...
06/01/2026

If you're not signed up for Alert Pinellas, now's the time. 🚨

It's free, it's quick, and it's how Pinellas County residents get real-time updates before and during storms and emergencies straight to your phone. No scrolling, no guessing.

Sign up at Pinellas.gov/Alert.

Now Hiring: School Crossing Guards!Looking for a part-time job with a big impact? Become a School Crossing Guard and hel...
05/31/2026

Now Hiring: School Crossing Guards!

Looking for a part-time job with a big impact? Become a School Crossing Guard and help keep kids safe on their way to and from school!

What's in it for you:
- $22/hour
- Part-time morning and afternoon hours
- A chance to stay active, work outdoors, and make a real difference in your community
- All uniforms and equipment provided
- We assign crossing locations close to your home whenever possible

We're especially looking for guards in Palm Harbor.

No experience needed and we provide full training!

This is a great fit for anyone who wants to stay active, connect with their community, and do something meaningful every day.

Ready to get started?

Learn more details and apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pcso/jobs/4931060/school-crossing-guard?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Have questions? Call HR at 727-582-6208 or email [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you!

Cold Case: No One is ForgottenEvery month, we are sharing cases from our Missing Persons and Unsolved Murders files, hon...
05/31/2026

Cold Case: No One is Forgotten

Every month, we are sharing cases from our Missing Persons and Unsolved Murders files, honoring those born that month, keeping their memory alive and hoping your tip could be the key to bringing a family the closure they deserve. This month, we remember those born in May. Our cold case detectives are always looking for answers.

Cabretti Wheeler
Cabretti and Kyle Ellis were murdered on September 6, 2008 at approximately 1 AM while inside Dat's Right Audio located at 8191 46th Ave N. Armed suspects entered the business and shot both Cabretti and Kyle numerous times. They both were pronounced deceased at the scene. One suspect has been indicted for their murder, however at least one other suspect remains at large. The suspect charged is Jerry Tyrone Jones, B/M 02/28/89.

Gregory Antonio Williams II
Gregory was murdered at approximately 10:15 PM on November 23, 2012. Williams was attending a large birthday party at 12078 134th Place N, Largo. Gregory was standing in a large group in the driveway. He was transported to Largo Medical Center where he died from the gunshot wound.

Learn more about our cold cases at:
Missing Persons: PinellasSheriff.gov/Missing-Persons
Unsolved Murders: PinellasSheriff.gov/Unsolved-Murders

If you have information pertaining to these cases please call our non-emergency line at 727-582-6200.

**Please note that these are PCSO cases. Surrounding agencies have their own cold cases listed on their websites, so if you don't see your loved one on our site, it may be because another agency is handling the case. See less

You probably already know about Florida's Move Over Law on the road. But did you know there's a version for the water?Fl...
05/30/2026

You probably already know about Florida's Move Over Law on the road. But did you know there's a version for the water?

Florida Statute 327.463 requires boaters to slow to slow speed, minimum wake whenever they're within 300 feet of an emergency vessel with its lights activated. That includes law enforcement, Coast Guard, and fire rescue vessels. It also applies near construction vessels or barges flying an orange flag while actively working.

Fully off plane. Minimal wake.

The reason is simple: a boat flying past at full speed creates a wake that can knock personnel off their feet, interfere with rescue operations, or make an already dangerous situation worse. When lights are on and crews are working, the last thing they need is someone's wake rocking the boat, literally.

First responders are out on the water every day, and laws like this one help make sure they can do their jobs safely and get home at the end of their shift.

The Greater Seminole Area Chamber of Commerce held its 46th Annual Kids Appreciation Day at Seminole City Park, and we w...
05/29/2026

The Greater Seminole Area Chamber of Commerce held its 46th Annual Kids Appreciation Day at Seminole City Park, and we were glad to be there.

Kids and families had a chance to get up close with a high-water rescue vehicle and a patrol cruiser, chat with Community Policing deputies about summer safety, and pick up some PCSO swag. Our Negotiator Response Team also gave away three bicycles to some very happy kids.

Thank you to the Chamber for including us. It's always a good time connecting with this community.

âš¡ Think you know lightning safety? âš¡The U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) is busting some dangerous myths that could s...
05/28/2026

âš¡ Think you know lightning safety? âš¡

The U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) is busting some dangerous myths that could save your life. From "no rain, no problem" to hiding under trees, these common misconceptions put people at serious risk every storm season.

Blue skies don't mean you're safe. Lightning can strike 10-15 miles away from storms, so if you hear thunder, lightning can reach you!

Indoor safety isn't guaranteed either. Lightning travels through electrical systems and plumbing, so avoid appliances, plumbing fixtures, and windows during storms.

That tree isn't your friend! Being under trees is actually the #2 cause of lightning injuries. Stay away from isolated objects, hills, water, and metal fences.

And yes, lightning absolutely can strike the same place twice, the Empire State Building gets hit 25 times a year on average!

Don't worry about your jewelry or phone. Height, shape, and isolation matter, not metal. Metal conducts lightning, it doesn't attract it. That's why we avoid metal fences outdoors (they conduct electricity if struck) but seek buildings WITH plumbing and electrical systems, those grounded systems actually help channel lightning safely into the ground, plus substantial buildings provide the best protection.

The golden rule from NWS: If you hear thunder, find a building with power and plumbing OR a hard-top vehicle with windows up. Stay inside until 30 minutes after the last time you heard thunder.

05/27/2026

We see it more than you'd think. Someone heads out when conditions are perfect and by the time they turn around, the tide has shifted and the wind is straight in their face.

If you end up in that situation, don't fight it head-on. Angle toward the nearest shore and paddle in from there.

Before you launch, make sure you have your required safety gear on board. You hope you'll never need it, but you'll be glad you have it.

Required gear list: myfwc.com/boating/regulations/paddleboard/

A call for law enforcement assistance doesn't end when you hang up. Public Safety Telecommunicators remain on the case, ...
05/27/2026

A call for law enforcement assistance doesn't end when you hang up. Public Safety Telecommunicators remain on the case, sending additional resources based on what's happening, alerting neighboring agencies, checking on deputy status, and more.

If you've never seen someone scan five monitors running multiple systems simultaneously while on a headset under the pressure of emergency response, you haven't seen real multitasking.

This Friday, we're sitting down with a couple of our own PSTs on Instagram for a live Q&A. Drop your questions in the comments or join us and ask them yourself.

Most beachgoers never think about rip currents until they're in one. Check the daily rip current risk on your local weat...
05/26/2026

Most beachgoers never think about rip currents until they're in one. Check the daily rip current risk on your local weather app before you head out, and know what to do if conditions change.

How to spot a rip current:

• A break or gap in the pattern of incoming waves
• Muddy or churning water that looks different from surrounding areas
• Seaweed or foam moving steadily away from the beach
• An area where the water color looks different

If you get caught in a rip current:

• Don't panic - stay calm to save your energy
• Don't try to swim straight back to shore - the current is too strong
• Swim sideways, parallel to the beach until you feel the pull weaken
• Once you're out of the current, swim at an angle back to shore
• If you can't escape or aren't the best swimmer, float or tread water and wave your arms for help

If you see someone caught in a rip current:

• Call 911
• Try to throw them something that floats
• DON'T jump in to help unless you're trained - you could become a victim too

If you absolutely must attempt a rescue (not recommended):

• Bring TWO flotation devices - one for yourself and one for the person in trouble
• Try to stay connected to shore
• Keep yourself safe. You can't help if you become a victim too

Remember: Never swim alone. Teach your family what to do if caught in a rip current before hitting the beach.

Memorial Day isn't about the long weekend. It's about the men and women who never got to come home. Their sacrifice and ...
05/25/2026

Memorial Day isn't about the long weekend. It's about the men and women who never got to come home. Their sacrifice and service will never be forgotten.

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