We spend a lot of time in every Sheriff’s office every day on Facebook and there are so many great ideas!
We love this from Citrus County Sheriffs Office!
Citrus County is a county located on the west central coast of the U.S. state of Florida.
Do you have pets at home? Don’t leave them behind during an emergency!
Download the FREE ‘Don’t Forget My Pets’ card on our website! Keep this card in your wallet with your ID, or place it on your refrigerator to alert first responders and inform them that you have a pet in your home. 
If something happens to you, and there is no way to communicate that your pets were left at home alone, having this card helps our Animal Control team take the necessary steps to arrange care and shelter for your pets based on the contact information you write down on the card.
Download this card using the link below, or visit our website at sheriffcitrus.org and click on the ‘Don’t Forget My Pets’ tab under ‘Programs and Services.’
https://cms5.revize.com/…/Dont%20Forget%20Pets%20Card…
#DontForgetMyPets#CCSOprotecting#CCSOanimalcontrol
Other wonderful things about this Sheriff’s office:
Understanding that behavioral health is important.
CCSO HOSTS SECOND ‘HERE TO HELP’ EVENT
Yesterday, February 22, the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) was joined by over 20 of their Citrus County partners to provide a one-stop shop for any of our citizens in need.
Thanks to our partners, we were able to offer various services, from pet health screenings and vaccinations to haircuts, free blankets and clothing, food stamp assistance, and bicycle repairs to over 350 people! It was an excellent opportunity for people to unite and support one another.
CCSO’s first ‘Here to Help’ event was held in August of 2023 to reach citizens without housing, struggling with substance use, or dealing with mental health conditions and better connect them to resources in our community.
“Last year’s event was a huge success, with many people turning out to offer their assistance and support,” said Citrus County Sheriff Mike Prendergast. “We knew immediately that this event was necessary, and our BHU got to work organizing future ‘Here to Help’ events. I am extremely proud to see this unit working with community partners to assist our community, and I am eager to see what the future holds.”
According to the Florida Coalition to End Homelessness, Florida has the third-largest homeless population in the United States.
“It’s great to see how the community partners work together and are all helping each other to ensure every citizen can have access to the resources they need,” said Sydney Frisbie, a Substance Abuse Advocate with CCSO’s BHU. “‘Here to Help’ has opened the doors to new connections and ideas to provide more services to the county year-round. I am ecstatic that we can continue hosting ‘Here to Help,’ and I look forward to announcing our next event later this year.”
Don’t be afraid to ask for assistance because you are not alone; plenty of resources are available. Together, we can make a difference in each other’s lives. If you missed out on the event, don’t worry! CCSO can still help you access our community’s resources. Call us at 352-249-2790 and ask to speak with a member of our Behavioral Health Unit today.
Opening up a cold weather shelter
CITRUS COLD WEATHER SHELTER OPEN THIS WEEKEND
The Citrus Cold Weather Shelter will be open Saturday and Sunday nights (2/24 & 2/25) from 6pm until 7am at the Nature Coast Community Church in Homosassa. Overnight temperatures in Citrus County are expected to be in the upper 30s and low 40s.
Hot meals, warm sleeping areas, and showers will be available to those in need.
If you do not have your own transportation to the shelter, Citrus County Transit is providing FREE transportation to the shelter at NO cost.
The Citrus Cold Weather Shelter is located at 5113 S. Suncoast Blvd in Homosassa. For more information, call 352-234-3099.
For bus route information, visit: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=333632652640493&set=pcb.333632672640491
#CCSOProtecting#coldweathershelter
Crime is addressed in a very professional way not a drama queen reel.
ATTEMPT TO IDENTIFY – LIQUOR THEFT SUSPECT
On 02/14/2024, the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office responded to a felony retail theft of liquor from a Winn-Dixie liquor store in Homosassa, FL. The suspect is described as a white male wearing a gray hat, sunglasses, a mask, black baggy pants, a black pullover hoodie, gray tennis shoes, and a gray backpack. The suspect is seen on surveillance video removing a black duffle bag from the backpack, placing a felony amount of scotch bottles in the duffle bag, and walking out of the store without paying.
If you can identify this suspect or know anything about this theft, please contact the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office at 352-249-2790 and refer to case # 2024-00001472 or to remain anonymous and possibly be eligible for a reward, contact Crime Stoppers of Citrus County at 1-888-ANY-TIPS (888-269-8477) or online at www.CrimeStoppersCitrus.com.
Here is a link to their website which is also terrific and filled with great information.
We give this Sheriff’s Office an A plus in Communicating with the public! What do you think?
Treasure Coast Free Press 
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