Online Crime Reporting System Launched In Sarasota County: Sheriff

SARASOTA COUNTY, FL — A new online system for reporting crimes, accessible through the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office website, recently launched.

The new system is designed “to serve the Sarasota community better and more efficiently,” the agency said in a news release. “This system has been developed and tested to provide convenience and a higher level of service to our citizens while conserving law enforcement time and resources.”

An online report can be initiated by visiting the sheriff’s office website. Click on either the “File A Report” link under the Programs and Services header at the top of the page or the “File A Report” icon under the photo slideshow. Then, click the appropriate tile from the classifications listed.

From there, a fillable form will specify the necessary information to complete the report. While not every incident can be reported via the online form, the sheriff’s office has included several that are typically reported, including scams, property damage and vandalism, the agency said.

“Technology that can help us serve more effectively and use our resources more efficiently will benefit everyone,” Sheriff Kurt A. Hoffman said. “We are continually seeking innovative ways to make our community safer.”