Unsolved Crimes
Homicide
May 17, 2024
The Sarasota Police Department is currently investigating a homicide that occurred at approximately 10:18pm on 05/16/24 in the 1800 block of 31st Street.
If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact Crime Stoppers by calling 941-366-TIPS (8477), or online at www.sarasotacrimestoppers.com.
Reference SPD Case Number 24-023311
FHP - Beneva Road Hit and Run Fatality
May 17, 2024
The Florida Highway Patrol is currently investigating a traffic crash that occurred on May 17, 2024, at approximately 12:15 am, on Beneva Road and Wilkinson Road, Sarasota County, involving a hit and run vehicle and an adult bicyclist. The bicyclist has been pronounced deceased and the driver/vehicle fled the scene.
The hit and run vehicle is a 2006 to 2010 Ford Fusion, silver in color, with no passenger side mirror and front end damage.
If you have any information regarding the accident or the identity of the driver, please contact Crime Stoppers by calling 941-366-TIPS (8477), or online at www.sarasotacrimestoppers.com.
Reference FHP Case Number FHP24ON0246681
Stolen Firearms
January 17, 2024
STATUS: OPENThe Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a business burglary case
On 01/17/24 at 0314 hours, a burglary occurred at Money Pro Pawn located at 4555 Bee Ridge Road in Sarasota.
The front door was shattered, and three glass displays were broken into, possibly with hammers. One display was located on the west side of the business which contained jewelry, and the other two were near the rear wall and contained firearms and knives.
Video surveillance captured three suspects breaking the front door, running inside directly to the different displays, and shattering the glass, placing items into backpacks, and exiting once the alarm was activated.
Five (5) pistols, a revolver, and $2,000 worth of miscellaneous jewelry including silver bracelets and rings were stolen.
Stolen firearms:
- Black Ruger Mark IV pistol .22LR S/N 500057715
- Black Ruger Single-Six revolver .22LR S/N 62-29732
- Black Smith & Wesson M&P 40 Shield .40 S&W pistol S/N HVH4015
- Black Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield 9mm pistol S/N JDU5439
- Black Springfield Armory XD-M .40 S&W pistol S/N MG212613
- Black Walther Arms PPS M2 9mm pistol S/N AS9789
If you have any information regarding the identity of the unknown subjects pictured below, please contact Crime Stoppers.
Reference Case Number 24-4871
Business Burglary
October 27, 2023
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a business burglary case.
On 09/18/23 at 0415 hours, a burglary alarm was activated at Shoreline Ebikes in Sarasota.
Upon deputies’ arrival they located a smashed hole in the glass that was used to reach in and unlock the front door. Surveillance video captured a suspect taking two Riese & Muller electronic bicycles. The suspect passed one of the bicycles to another not pictured suspect who was outside wearing a light-colored hooded sweatshirt. Both suspects fled west towards Siesta Drive.
If you have any information regarding the identity of the unknown subjects pictured below, please contact Crime Stoppers by calling 941-366-TIPS (8477), or online at www.sarasotacrimestoppers.com.
Reference Case Number 23-84665
Unsolved Death
August 04, 2023
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) has identified female skeletal remains that were found in 2007 in Sarasota County. The sheriff’s office is seeking information from anyone familiar with the victim, Jeana Burrus, or her husband, James Burrus.
On February 6th, 2007, the skeletal remains of a female were discovered buried in a shallow grave in a wooded area of Ashton Ct. in Sarasota. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death remained cold until November of 2022, when the SCSO, working in conjunction with DNA Labs International Inc., utilized current advancements in DNA testing and genetic genealogy to make a positive identification.
The victim, identified as Jeana Lynn Burrus, was determined to be 39 years old at the time of her death. She resided in the 6200 block of Pauline Avenue in Sarasota with her husband and son, James Burrus, Jr. Jeana was unemployed. Her husband was employed at a local body shop in the 5600 block of Sarah Avenue in Sarasota. Her son attended Gulf Gate Elementary School between 2005-06.
The investigation into Jeana’s death was further complicated as she was never reported missing by family, and her whereabouts had not been questioned. The couple resided in Citrus County, Florida and Frederick, Maryland, prior to relocating to Sarasota County. The SCSO is asking anyone who may have known either Jeana or James Burrus or has information regarding her death to please reach out.
If you have any information regarding her death and want to remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers by calling 941-366-TIPS (8477), or online at www.sarasotacrimestoppers.com.
Stolen Credit Cards
January 13, 2023
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a stolen credit card case.
On 12/10/22, the pictured unknown subjects purchased approximately $3,000 in merchandise using stolen credit cards at Best Buy on Cattleman Rd in Sarasota.
If you have any information regarding the identity of the unknown male and/or female subject pictured below, please contact Crime Stoppers by calling 941-366-TIPS (8477), or online at www.sarasotacrimestoppers.com.
Reference Case Number 23-1344
Fraud
January 13, 2023
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fraud case.
On 12/8/22, the pictured unknown subjects entered Chase Bank on University Pkwy in Sarasota, and attempted to open an account with the victim’s personal identification. They were in possession of a fraudulent California DL and a fraudulent Capital One Visa card.
If you have any information regarding the identity of the unknown male and/or female subject pictured below, please contact Crime Stoppers by calling 941-366-TIPS (8477), or online at www.sarasotacrimestoppers.com.
Reference Case Number 22-104985
Vehicle Burglaries
December 30, 2022
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is investigating vehicle burglaries that occurred in the Colonial Oaks area.
On 11/24/22, unknown suspects were seen attempting to and entering vehicles in driveways off Black Oak Court. The suspects were described as light skinned males wearing hooded sweatshirts. A light-colored sedan, possibly a gold Mercury Grand Marquis, with a landau vinyl top was observed driving slowing down the street as suspects ran alongside it.
If you have any information regarding these burglaries and/or identity of the unknown male subjects, please contact Crime Stoppers by calling 941-366-TIPS (8477), or online at www.sarasotacrimestoppers.com.
Reference Case Numbers 22-100498 & 22-100559
Burglary
November 04, 2022
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a residential burglary case.
On 07/2/22, the pictured unknown female subject burglarized a residence on Granada Blvd in North Port. A large toolbox containing various power tools and hand tools was taken.
If you have any information regarding the identity of the unknown female subject, please contact Crime Stoppers by calling 941-366-TIPS (8477), or online at www.sarasotacrimestoppers.com.
Reference Case Number 22-87916
Motor Vehicle Theft
October 21, 2022
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a case involving high end vehicles stolen from Siesta Key.
On 10/14/22, three high end vehicles were stolen from Siesta Key in Sarasota County. All the vehicles have since been recovered, but the identity of the suspects is not known. A 2019 silver GMC Yukon was seen traveling with the stolen vehicles.
If you have any information regarding the identity of the subjects pictured below, please contact Crime Stoppers by calling 941-366-TIPS (8477), or online at www.sarasotacrimestoppers.com.
Reference Case Numbers 22-87899 and 22-87901
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