Police Blotter April 11 - 17

The following people were arrested between April 11 - 17. The information is provided by the Gulfport Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office. The Police Blotter also includes the Gulfport Police Department's call log.

Pill Mills Special Video Report: Prescription Drug Trafficking in Tampa Bay

In Florida an average of seven people die from prescription drug overdoses every day.

Pill Mills Special Report: 'Gulfport is no Exception'

“Prescription drug abuse has become a problem throughout the Tampa Bay region, and Gulfport is no exception,” – Gulfport Police Chief Robert Vincent.

Pill Mills Special Report: Addicted to Oxycodone

Once a promising business major at the University of Tampa, Sharlene Jamiel fell into prescription drug addiction. Her mother has been speaking out about the growing issue in Tampa Bay ever since.

Police Blotter April 4 - 10

The following people were arrested between April 4 - 10. The information is provided by the Gulfport Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office. The Police Blotter also includes the Gulfport Police Department's call log.

First Responder: Communications Officer LaKeisha Isaac

Communications Officer LaKeisha Isaac has been a public safety dispatcher for the Gulfport Police Department since 1996.

Public Safety Dispatchers Answer Thousands of Calls for Help: ‘She Was Being Held Hostage’

Communications Officers with the Gulfport Police Department answer thousands of calls. From domestic disputes, suicide attempts and burglaries in progress, they are the calm voice on the other end of the line.

16-Year-Old Arrested For Nearly 50 Grams of Marijuana

On Tuesday April 5, 2011 a Gulfport Police Officer arrested a 16-year-old South Pasadena teen for having drugs and drug paraphernalia on school property.

Police Blotter March 28 - April 3

The following people were arrested between March 28 - April 3. The information is provided by the Gulfport Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office. The Police Blotter also includes the Gulfport Police Department's call log.

First Responder: Firefighter Paramedic Timothy Burton

The firefighting profession runs in Timothy Burton's family. Once he went through EMT school, he knew this was for him.

More Than 200 Gulfport Residents Without Power

As of 12 p.m. on Friday April 1, 2011, approximately 271 Gulfport customers and 145 South Pasadena customers are without power. Crews with Progress Energy are working to get power restored by 11 p.m. tonight.

Police Blotter March 21 - 27

The following people were arrested between March 21 - 27. The information is provided by the Gulfport Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office. The Police Blotter also includes the Gulfport Police Department's call log.

First Responder: Firefighter EMT Christopher Mathis

"To make it all work, you have to have a good family at home and a good family at work. "-Gulfport Firefighter and EMT Christopher Mathis.

Police Blotter March 14 - 20

The following people were arrested between March 14 - 20. The information is provided by the Gulfport Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office. The Police Blotter also includes the Gulfport Police Department's call log.

First Responder: Firefighter Paramedic Matt Steindl

Firefighter and paramedic Matt Steindl became a public service officer after viewing the events and aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans.

Red Light Cameras Warning Period Ends, Now Citations Will be Issued

“I’m still shocked at how these people drive,” Officer A.J. Falconeri. Three intersections in Gulfport have safety cameras catching your vehicle’s every move.

Former Bookkeeper at Stetson University College of Law Arrested for Grand Theft

Former Stetson bookkeeper admits to using Stetson accounts to pay $2,400 of her personal bills.

Police Blotter March 7 - 13

The following people were arrested between March 7 - 13. The information is provided by the Gulfport Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office. The Police Blotter also includes the Gulfport Police Department's call log.

Homeless Man Charged for St. Pete Bomb Threat was Arrested in Gulfport

28-year-old Brian James Russell was arrested for a misdemeanor charge Monday afternoon in Gulfport and then linked to the bomb threat at the Pinellas County Public Health building.

First Responder: Officer David Cavanah

Officer David Cavanah served 6 years with the Polk County Sheriff's Department. Cavanah is excited to be one of the newest members of the Gulfport Police Department.

Police Blotter Feb. 28 - March 6

The following people were arrested between Feb. 28 - March 6. The information is provided by the Gulfport Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office. The Police Blotter also includes the Gulfport Police Department's call log.

Detectives Investigate Suspicious Death

A woman died in an apartment fire Sunday night at the Broadway Apartments off 37th St. South, St. Petersburg.

Police Blotter Feb. 22 - Feb. 27

The following people were arrested between Feb. 22- Feb. 27. The information is provided by the Gulfport Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office. The Police Blotter also includes the Gulfport Police Department's call log.

Cobb Police in Georgia Ask Floridians for Help

Officials in Cobb, Georgia need your help identifying a homeless man who died in a fire.

'What Has Happened to Our Beloved St. Petersburg?' Mayor Asks at Officer's Funeral

'In a place all too familiar, with an audience all too recognizable, in a setting all too gut wrenching,' Mayor Bill Foster said at the funeral of David Crawford, the third officer to be killed in the line of duty in 36 days.

'I Will Have a Hole in My Heart Forever': Officer Dave Crawford's Long-Time Partner

'My 4:30 a.m. friend is Dave, and he is gone. I will have a hole in my heart forver, for the loss of my brother Dave.' Stu Crisco recalls his 13 years working with Officer David Crawford.

Hundreds Line Up Monday to Honor Slain Officer

Law enforcement agencies from California to Rhode Island join in mourning the death of St. Petersburg Police Officer David Crawford.

First Responder: Officer Bob Bang

Officer Bob Bang served more than 26 years with the Sarasota County Sheriff's Department. Bang is excited to be one of the newest members of the Gulfport Police Department

Gulfport Police Chief Celebrates One Year Anniversary

On Feb. 26, 2010 Lt. Robert Vincent became Chief Robert Vincent. The Chief reflects on a year of changes and what's next for the department.

Officer Yaslowitz Fatally Shot at Close Range As He Tried to Handcuff Assailant

Extensive reports show incidents that led to the fatal shootings of Officers Jeffrey Yaslowitz and Thomas Baitinger on Jan. 24. Police Chief describes shooter Hydra Lacy's "ploy" to ambush police and use Yaslowitz "as bait."

Memorial Services Scheduled for Fallen Officer David Crawford

The public viewing is Monday, Feb. 28, and the memorial service is Tuesday, March 1. Services will be at the same St. Petersburg church where Officers Thomas Baitinger and Jeffrey Yaslowitz were memorialized.

16-Year-Old Arrested in the Shooting Death of St. Pete Police Officer David Crawford

16-year-old Nicholas Lemmon Lindsey of St. Petersburg was arrested for first degree murder Tuesday night.

St. Petersburg Police Post Video of Possible Shooting Suspect

This short video was posted by the Police Department on its Facebook page.

Police Officers Not Required to Wear Bullet-Proof Vests

Officer David Crawford was not wearing his vest, when he was gunned down Monday night. Two officers shot and killed last month had their vests on

Photo Slide Show: Fatal Shooting of Officer David Crawford

St. Petersburg Police Officer David S. Crawford, a 25-year veteran of the force, was shot and killed in the line of duty Monday night. Officer Crawford was not wearing a bullet proof vest.

'He Was An Honorable Man, He Was A Family Man'

St. Petersburg Police Chief Chuck Harmon said Officer David S. Crawford was not wearing a bullet proof vest Monday night when he was shot and killed in the line of duty.

Update: Reward Increased to $100,000

Police Chief Chuck Harmon said the reward for the identification and arrest of the person or persons who shot and killed an officer Monday night.

$50,000 Reward Offered

The FBI and St. Petersburg Police Department are offering a reward.

Veteran St. Pete Cop Shot and Killed; Police Hunt for the Gunman

'I’m not gonna lie, this city has been through hell,' Mayor Bill Foster said. This is the third fatal shooting of a St. Petersburg police officer in less than a month.

Police Blotter Feb. 14 - Feb. 21

The following people were arrested between Feb. 14- Feb. 21. The information is provided by the Gulfport Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office. The Police Blotter also includes the Gulfport Police Department's call log.