Detectives: Dunedin Man Found with Child Sex Videos

John M. Kaneski, 42, of Edythe Drive, was identified during an undercover Internet investigation as someone who allegedly downloaded multiple videos of children forced to perform sexual acts, Pinellas County Sheriff's detectives report.

Fire Burns Apartment on Wood Street

The blaze was under control in 12 minutes.

Recent Jail Bookings of Dunedin Residents: Dec. 20-31

The following report shows charges associated with Dunedin residents booked at Pinellas County Jail.

Drunken Drivers Targeted in Holiday Patrols

Pinellas County deputies are on the lookout for impaired and reckless driving.

DUI Patrols Heat Up for Holiday Weekend

Dunedin residents can expect to see more law enforcement on the roads through New Year’s Day.

Florida DUIs By the Numbers

Find out how prevalent DUIs are in the state.

Dunedin Man Charged in Undercover Narcotics Investigation

On Dec. 18, Pinellas County Sheriff's deputies arrested a man whom they allege to have sold marijuana from his Dunedin home in June during the course of an undercover narcotics investigation.

Recent Jail Bookings of Dunedin Residents: Dec. 13 to 19

The following report shows charges associated with Dunedin residents booked at Pinellas County Jail between Thursday, Dec. 13 and Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012.

Deputies: Suspect Hid Under Couch Cushions

MT Carnell "CJ" Jacobs, 20, was arrested and charged with domestic battery after a violent rage ended with him hiding from authorities under couch cushions in a shed on the 600 block of Lyndhurst Street Dec. 13, Pinellas County deputies repor

Deputies to Continue Increased Patrol at Schools

The added police presence is intended to provide security and give some level of peace of mind to parents and students in light of last week's school shooting in Connecticut, a news release said.

Deputies: Woman Pawns Diamonds from Ex-Husband's Ring

Sandra Colleen Pierce, 47, of Dunedin is alleged to have removed the diamonds from her ex-husband's ring so she could keep the 14-karat gold band, Pinellas County Sheriff's arrest records indicate.

Elderly Woman Dead After Fall From Boat Near Caladesi Island

An elderly woman died after falling from a small boat near the north end of Clearwater Beach, close to Caladesi Island, Tuesday afternoon.

Fire Chief Retires, City Appoints Deputy as Successor

The city announced Dunedin Fire Chief Bud Meyer's retirement on Jan. 9, and that Jeff Parks, deputy fire chief, will take over the job on Jan. 10.

Jail Bookings of Dunedin Residents: Dec. 6 to 12

The following report shows charges associated with Dunedin residents booked at Pinellas County Jail between Thursday, Dec. 6 and Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012.

Deputies Bust 10 Unlicensed Home Repair Contractors in Dunedin

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office netted 10 unlicensed contractors offering home repair services through Internet and newspaper ads during a two-day sting operation on Roanoke Street in Dunedin.

27 Employees Promoted at Sheriff's Office

Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri recognized 27 sheriff's office employees during a promotion ceremony Dec. 13.

Deputies: Man in Golf Cart Shoots City Water Tower

A Dunedin man is arrested for going on an early Tuesday shooting spree in his golf cart at Dunedin Golf Club. No one was injured, but one of his rounds caused damage to the city water tower.

Sheriff to Move New Captain to North District Station, Consolidate PAL Program

Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri is moving a new captain to oversee Dunedin at North District Station and discontinuing the youth PAL program at Dunedin Highland Middle School as part of many changes to take effect by Jan. 1.

Jail Bookings of Dunedin Residents: Nov. 29 to Dec. 5

The following report shows charges associated with Dunedin residents booked at Pinellas County Jail between Thursday, Nov. 29 and Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012.

Deputies: Employee with Crack Cocaine Stole from Organic Living Center

Lisa Ann Perry, 45, of Dunedin, is accused of forgery and stealing money from her employer at Organic Living Center in Dunedin, Pinellas County Sheriff's records indicate.

Dunedin Man Pawned Stepmother's Jewelry, Authorities Say

Nathan Christopher Williams, 20, was arrested and charged with felony grand theft Dec. 3 for allegedly pawning his stepmother's heirloom jewelry, authorities say.

Traffic Crashes Drop in Pinellas County

Pinellas County saw an decrease in collisions in 2011, and so did the rest of Florida, according to a new state report. We want to hear from you, Dunedin, on what roads worry you the most.

Santa Coming Soon to Your Neighborhood

Off-duty firefighters are giving Santa a lift aboard a fire truck so he can pass out candy and toys to good girls and boys in a neighborhood near you, according to a news release from Dunedin fire officials.

Recent Jail Bookings of Dunedin Residents: Nov. 22 to 28

The following report shows charges associated with Dunedin residents booked at Pinellas County Jail between Thursday, Nov. 22 and Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012.

Dunedin Man Gets Jail Time For Mortgage Fraud Scheme

Mortgage broker Bruno Skoczynoski was sentenced to two years in federal prison for his involvement in fraudulent practices in the sale of some Tampa properties, TBO.com reports.

Man Accused of Hitting Girlfriend, Spitting on Deputy

Michael Patrick Hogan, 31, reportedly became aggressive with deputies during the course of a domestic disturbance investigation on Saturday. He was arrested on the felony charge of battery on a law enforcement officer.

Clearwater Man Charged With DUI Manslaughter in Dunedin Crash

Investigators say Adrian David Rodriguez's blood alcohol level was more than three times the legal limit when he ran a red light and struck a car driven by Christopher Holly at U.S. 19 and Republic Drive last month.

Authorities: Man Sexually Abused Mentally Disabled Girl, 13

Detectives say the 40-year-old Texas man and former Dunedin resident admitted to the crimes when they took him in Wednesday as he returned to Pinellas County for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Dunedin Firefighter Has 'Special Place In Our Heart,' City Official Says

City officials honored Lt. Dewayne Fast with the Dunedin Firefighter of the Year award during a public meeting on Nov. 15.

DUI Checkpoint Nets Nearly 200 Stops, 1 Arrest at Kmart

Pinellas County Sheriff's deputies made one arrest and issued a citation during a sobriety checkpoint Friday night at a Kmart on U.S. 19, according to officials.

Dunedin Bicycle Bandits Behind Bars, Authorities Say

David Shawn Hawkins and Steven Frederick Towle are facing felony charges for allegedly burglarizing a man's garage on San Christopher Drive on Nov. 14, according to authorities.

Recent Jail Bookings of Dunedin Residents: Nov. 15 to 21

The following report shows charges associated with Dunedin residents booked at Pinellas County Jail between Thursday, Nov. 15 and Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012.

Recent Jail Bookings of Dunedin Residents

The following report shows charges associated with Dunedin residents booked at Pinellas County Jail between Nov. 8 and Nov. 14, 2012.

DUI Checkpoint At Kmart Parking Lot Near US 19 Friday

Pinellas County Sheriff's deputies will conduct a sobriety checkpoint from 10 p.m. Friday through 3 a.m. Saturday at the Kmart parking lot near US 19 and State Road 580.

'Ride & Run' to Help the Sheriff's Christmas Sharing Project

"Ride & Run With The Stars" is set for Saturday, Dec. 1, at Fort DeSoto Park. Events start at 8 a.m., and registration will be open at 7 a.m.

Sheriff: 'No Magic Wand' for Southside Drug Activity

Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri explained to about 80 southside Dunedin residents that making arrests is not always as simple as it sounds.

Southside Crime: Residents Sound Off

About 80 residents gathered to vent much of their frustration at Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri over problems in their Dunedin neighborhood.

Man Faces Manslaughter Charge In April 3 Graziano Crash

Cameron Bosley, the driver in an April crash that killed his passenger Michael Graziano, turned himself into authorities late Sunday when he learned a warrant was out for his arrest.

Authorities: $13 in Toiletries Cost Dunedin Shoplifter Jail Time

A young Dunedin man charged with shoplifting $13 in toiletries from a Palm Harbor Walmart landed in jail on two felony charges of violation of probation and $5,100 bond.

Teen Bicyclist Injured in Crash Did Not Have Lights, Deputies Say

A 16-year-old Clearwater boy sustained non-life threatening injuries after being struck by a Jeep Cherokee at the intersection of Main Street and New York Avenue in Dunedin late Saturday.