In the fifth episode of season 2 of Patrolling in Paradise, Volunteer Services Coordinator, Trista Zimmerman, discussed the many wonderful ways our CCSO volunteers serve Charlotte County Sheriff's Office and the invaluable asset they are to our community.

As Volunteer Appreciation Week comes to a close, we are reminded once again about the amazing team of volunteers we have!

Hosted by Gabriella Ruiz of the Public Information Team.

In the fourth episode of season 2 of Patrolling in Paradise, Deputy First Class Billy Prummell, Island Deputy in the Marine Unit and member of the CCSO Dive Team, discussed the upcoming 4th annual Dive Team Challenge at Founders Square in Babcock Ranch!

Come and join us May 1st and 2nd to cheer on YOUR Charlotte County Sheriff's Office Dive Team!

Hosted by Gabriella Ruiz of the Public Information Team.

In the third episode of season 2 of Patrolling in Paradise, Deputy First Class Jason Noe, School Resource Deputy at Deep Creek Elementary, sat down and discussed the ins and outs of being a SRO, our youth programs, and the positive impact that law enforcement can have on our youth. If you would like more information on any of our youth programs (such as the Junior Law Academy coming up this summer) please reach out to CCSOYouthPrograms@ccsofl.net

Hosted by Gabriella Ruiz of the Public Information Team.

In the second episode of season 2 of Patrolling in Paradise, we sat down with Mary Sharp, Community Affairs Technician, of the Community Affairs Unit. Mary discussed the details of the revamped Citizens' Police Academy and the other programs she spearheads such as Senior Outreach Program and Take me Home.

Hosted by Gabriella Ruiz of the Public Information Team.

In the first episode of season 2 of Patrolling in Paradise, we sat down with Detective Mike Gandy of the Cold Case Unit. Detective Gandy shared some information about his background, his time here at CCSO, and even an open Cold Case with ties to both Charlotte County and the Inglis, FL area.

Hosted by Gabriella Ruiz of the Public Information Team

In the final episode of Season 1, we are joined by Sheriff Bill Prummell himself. Sheriff Prummell talks with us about his work as FSA President and Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Board Chair, mental health, hurricane preparedness and CCSO's resources, the crime rates in Charlotte County, domestic violence, and more. You've never heard him like this!

Hosted by Chris Hall and Gabriella Ruiz of the CCSO PIO Team.

In this episode, we are joined by School Resource Officer DFC. Kayle Doherty, who discusses what it's like to be a School Resource Officer for Port Charlotte High School, the Explorers program, and more.

Hosted by Chris Hall and Gabriella Ruiz of the CCSO PIO Team.

In this episode, we are joined by Marine Patrol DFC. Jonathan Smith, who shares the unique perspective of working on the beautiful waters of Charlotte County. He also goes into detail on a life-saving rescue he and a trainee made recently of two incapacitated older men on a sinking vessel.

Hosted by Chris Hall and Gabriella Ruiz of the CCSO PIO Team.