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Punta Gorda Police Department The Punta Gorda Police Department is committed to quality service. Welcome to the Punta Gorda Police Department’s official page on Facebook!

This page is considered a Limited Public Forum. The purpose of this site is to present matters of public interest concerning the Police Department’s programs, activities, news stories, and photos. This page has been established as a way to share information with the residents and visitors of Punta Gorda, Florida. It is for informational purposes only and criminal violations should be reported by calling 911 or (941) 639-4111. All suspects featured on this page are assumed innocent until they are proven guilty in a court of law. Any comments submitted to this page and its list of fans are public records subject to disclosure pursuant to Florida Public Record Law (Ch. 119, FSS.) This page is NOT monitored 24 hours a day so if you have an emergency, call 911, or if you have a crime tip, contact Crime Stoppers, 941.366.TIPS (8477).

Our friends at the new Starbucks on Jones Loop Road dropped off some treats for our staff this afternoon. Just a little...
10/22/2026

Our friends at the new Starbucks on Jones Loop Road dropped off some treats for our staff this afternoon. Just a little pick-me-up to keep us energized throughout the day. Thank you Starbucks for your continued support of the Punta Gorda Police Department!

This Saturday, October 24, 2026, is National Drug Takeback Day. The lobby of the Public Safety Building at 1410 Tamiami...
10/21/2026

This Saturday, October 24, 2026, is National Drug Takeback Day. The lobby of the Public Safety Building at 1410 Tamiami Trail will be staffed from 10 am to 2 pm with personnel from the Punta Gorda Police Department to assist you with disposing of unneeded or expired prescription medications. Proper disposal of prescription drugs keeps them out of the wrong hands and out of our water supply.

Retta Esplanade Traffic Signal UpdateFDOT advises that the traffic signal on Tamiami Trail at Retta Esplanade will be fu...
10/20/2026

Retta Esplanade Traffic Signal Update
FDOT advises that the traffic signal on Tamiami Trail at Retta Esplanade will be fully functional tomorrow morning, 10/21/2026, at 9am. Please use caution as drivers adapt to the new signal.

Officers picked up this dog in the 1600 block of Atares Drive. The dog had no tags, and officers could not locate the o...
10/19/2026

Officers picked up this dog in the 1600 block of Atares Drive. The dog had no tags, and officers could not locate the owner. If you recognize this dog, it has been taken to the Animal Welfare League in hopes of reuniting it with its owner.

🎃 The Punta Gorda Police Department is out at the City of Punta Gorda Fall Festival today! 🍂🍁👮‍♂️ Stop by, say hello, an...
10/17/2026

🎃 The Punta Gorda Police Department is out at the City of Punta Gorda Fall Festival today! 🍂🍁

👮‍♂️ Stop by, say hello, and enjoy some fall fun with us!

📍 Laishley Park
⏰ We’re here until 4:00 p.m.
🎟️ FREE EVENT!

Bring the family and come enjoy a fun afternoon in our community! We hope to see you there!

🐾 FOUND DOG 🐾Officers with the Punta Gorda Police Department located this dog in the area of Ann Street and Naranja Stre...
10/16/2026

🐾 FOUND DOG 🐾

Officers with the Punta Gorda Police Department located this dog in the area of Ann Street and Naranja Street.

The dog is being transported to the Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County.

If you recognize this dog or know its owner, please help us reunite it with its family!

🐶 Please share to help spread the word!

🚧 HERALD COURT PARKING GARAGE CLOSURE 🚧🚗 Attention Downtown Punta Gorda Visitors!The City of Punta Gorda Public Works De...
10/16/2026

🚧 HERALD COURT PARKING GARAGE CLOSURE 🚧

🚗 Attention Downtown Punta Gorda Visitors!

The City of Punta Gorda Public Works Department will temporarily close the Herald Court Parking Garage for scheduled maintenance improvements.

📅 Closure Begins: Sunday, October 18, at 4:00 a.m.

📅 Anticipated Reopening: Monday, October 26.

⚠️ IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

The garage will be completely closed to vehicles and visitors during this time.

All vehicles must be removed before 4:00 a.m. on October 18. Vehicles remaining in the garage will be towed at the owner's expense.

Visitors are encouraged to use alternative downtown parking locations.

We appreciate everyone's patience and cooperation during this temporary closure. Please use caution around construction crews and equipment.

10/15/2026

The Punta Gorda Police Department was proud to assist the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office during this critical incident. When officers and deputies came under gunfire from the suspect, our BearCat armored rescue vehicle provided vital protection, demonstrating the importance of having specialized equipment available during high-risk situations. We are grateful that all officers and deputies involved remained safe and that the suspect was successfully apprehended. This incident highlights the strong partnership between our agencies and our shared commitment to protecting both our law enforcement personnel and the community we serve.

🚨 Traffic Advisory Officers with the Punta Gorda Police Department are currently working a traffic crash in the parking ...
10/15/2026

🚨 Traffic Advisory

Officers with the Punta Gorda Police Department are currently working a traffic crash in the parking lot of Publix, located at 2310 Tamiami Trail.

There is a heavy police presence in the area, and portions of the parking lot are temporarily closed while officers investigate.

⚠️ Please use caution when traveling through the parking lot this morning and follow any directions from officers on scene.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation.

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1410 Tamiami Trail
Punta Gorda, FL
33955

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+19416394111

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