Pasco Sheriff's Office

Hurricane season isn’t over yet and after a severe storm, potential criminals may exploit vulnerable individuals through contractor fraud. For today’s tip Pasco Sheriff’s Office urges citizens to verify a contractor’s license at www.myfloridalicense.com. If you suspect that you have been a victim of an unlicensed contractor, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7.

Pasco Sheriff’s Office deputies are currently at Sunlake High School investigating reports of a possible weapon on campus. The school is on controlled campus status while the investigation is ongoing. An update will be provided when available.

Pasco Sheriff’s Office and New Port Richey Police Department are currently at Gulf Middle School investigating reports of a possible weapon on campus. The school is on controlled campus status while the investigation is ongoing. An update will be provided when available.

Pasco Sheriff's Office deputies are investigating a shooting of a person that occurred in the Low Country Pl. area of Wesley Chapel around 6:15 p.m. Preliminary information indicates that an argument between two adult men, who are known to each other, escalated, and the men exchanged gunfire. One of the adult men was shot and transported for medical attention. The suspect left in a car before law enforcement's arrival. PSO deputies continue to look for the suspect. This appears to be an isolated incident amongst known parties. The investigation is ongoing. An update will be provided when available.

Update: Peno was found and is safe.

Pasco Sheriff’s deputies are currently searching for Fallon Peno, a missing 39-year-old. Pino is 5'2", around 130 lbs., with pink hair and brown eyes. Peno was last seen on Sept. 4 around 10:30 a.m., in the Comar Dr. area of Holiday. Peno was last seen wearing a black shirt, black striped shorts and black flats. Pino may be in a late '90s gold Toyota Camry. If you have any information on Peno's whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7. You can also report tips online at PascoSheriff.com/tips.

Pasco Sheriff's Office is teaming up with Farm Share, Union Missionary Baptist Church, Pasco Sheriff’s Charities, the Gentlemen’s Course, the Samaritan Corporation of Pasco County, Inc. and the Pasco County NAACP for a free food distribution! The next event is Thursday, Oct. 24 at Union Missionary Baptist Church at 9 a.m. It’s first come first served, so come out early!

New River Elementary School was briefly placed on controlled campus status today as a precaution due to people on campus hearing loud noises resembling a gun. Two adult men were reportedly shooting at cans in the woods behind the school. Pasco Sheriff's Office deputies made contact with the subjects, and they are cooperating with law enforcement. There is no threat to the school, and New River Elementary has resumed normal operations. The investigation remains ongoing.

National Recovery Month is recognized in September, bringing awareness to mental health and addiction recovery. Pasco Sheriff’s Office has compiled community-based resources within Pasco County to provide citizens a place to start on the road to recovery https://www.PascoSheriff.com/MentalHealth-html/. If you or a loved one are struggling with a mental health crisis or substance abuse, please reach out.

Pasco Sheriff’s Office is honored to recognize the dedicated women in our agency who serve our community. These deputies put themselves in harm's way to save others, but also foster a sense of trust and security among our citizens. It's truly an honor to work alongside these dedicated women and we're grateful for their service to the citizens of Pasco County. Your passion for assisting those in need inspires us daily. Thank you for your dedicated service to the citizens of Pasco County!

If you have a passion for community safety and are interested in a career in law enforcement, get started today at JoinPSO.com.

Update: Forma was found.

Pasco Sheriff’s deputies are currently searching for Jared Forma, a missing 48-year-old. Forma is 5'8", around 160 lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes. Forma was last seen on Sept. 5, in the Tampa W Blvd. area of Tampa. Forma may be in the Great Sapphire Ln. area of Lutz. It's unknown what Forma was last seen wearing. Forma may be driving a white 2023 Chevy Equinox bearing GA tag CYK8468. If you have any information on Forma's whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7. You can also report tips online at PascoSheriff.com/tips.

Update: Diaz was found and is safe.

Pasco Sheriff’s deputies are currently searching for Louis Diaz Jr., a missing/endangered 45-year-old. Diaz is 5'11", around 150 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. Diaz was last seen on Sep. 11, around 9:50 p.m. in the Summerglade Dr. area of Wesley Chapel. Diaz was last seen wearing a white shirt, green/yellow shorts and green/yellow shoes. Diaz may be driving a white 2022 Nissan Altima bearing OR tag 340NLL. If you have any information on Diaz's whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7. You can also report tips online at PascoSheriff.com/tips.

Pasco Sheriff's Office is teaming up with Farm Share, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Pasco Sheriff’s Charities, the Gentlemen’s Course, the Samaritan Corporation of Pasco County, Inc. and the Pasco County NAACP for a free food distribution! Today, Thursday, September 12 at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. Food is first come, first served, so be sure to arrive early.
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Pasco Sheriff's Office is teaming up with Farm Share, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Pasco Sheriff’s Charities, the Gentlemen’s Course, the Samaritan Corporation of Pasco County, Inc. and the Pasco County NAACP for a free food distribution! Join us Tomorrow, Thursday, September 12 at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church at 9 a.m. Food is first come, first served, so be sure to arrive early.

We Fight As One Wednesday: The Pasco Sheriff's Office recently partnered with our community to help make a difference for a Pasco County student. This young citizen recently lost his only means of transportation to school when his bicycle collided with a vehicle. Thankfully, the young person was uninjured, but his bicycle was too damaged to repair. PSO members worked with community partners to get the student a new bike and helmet so he could continue traveling to school safely.

PSO members dedicate their efforts to preserving the safety and well-being of our citizens. If you want to make a difference in your community, apply to the Pasco Sheriff's Office at JoinPSO.com.

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Pasco Sheriff's Office is hiring for both civilian and certified careers! PSO provides great benefits, opportunities for growth, and specialized career paths. Keeping Pasco County a safe place for everyone to live, work and enjoy requires a team passionate about public safety, and that could be you! Apply today at JoinPSO.com!

Update: Donaldson was found and is safe.

Pasco Sheriff’s deputies are currently searching for Karma Donaldson, a missing/runaway 16-year-old. Donaldson is 5’5”, around 110 lbs., with auburn hair and brown eyes. Donaldson was last seen on Sept. 10 around 5:45 p.m. in the Red Rock Dr. area of Land O'Lakes. Donaldson was last seen wearing a black long sleeve shirt, green checkered pajama pants and tie-dye Crocs. If you have any information on Donaldson's whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7, or report tips online at PascoSheriff.com/tips.

Today we remember and honor those who lost their lives during the September 11th attacks. Our hearts are with the families who lost loved ones due to this tragedy and the first responders who bravely answered the call to help. Their courage will never be forgotten.

Pasco Sheriff’s deputies are currently searching for Tabetha Armstrong, a missing 48-year-old. Armstrong is 5'3", around 260 lbs., with red hair and blue eyes. Armstrong was last seen on Sept. 8 around 1:30 p.m., in the San Miguel Dr. and Galen Wilson Blvd. area of Port Richey. Armstrong was last seen in a wheelchair, wearing a black and blue flower dress and black sandals. If you have any information on Armstrong's whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7. You can also report tips online at PascoSheriff.com/tips.

Update: Pasco Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a student for written threats to kill and unlawful use of a two-way communication device in connection to the social media threats directed towards Wiregrass Ranch High School. There is no threat to the school, and all schools in that area have resumed normal operations.

PSO once again urges parents and guardians to speak with their children about the consequences of making threats and the dangers of sharing threats and rumors instead of reporting them immediately to law enforcement.

Original Alert: Wiregrass Ranch High School and campuses in the area were temporarily on alert campus status this morning out of an abundance of caution as deputies investigated a social media threat directed towards the school. Deputies located the individual who made the threat and there is no immediate danger to any school. The schools have resumed normal operations. The investigation is ongoing.

Road Closure - Dade City: All lanes of SR 52 near Smith Rd. and Happy Hill Rd. are currently shut down due to a vehicle accident. Expect delays in the area.

Update: Evans was found and is safe.

Pasco Sheriff’s deputies are currently searching for Maithan Evans, a missing/runaway 17-year-old. Evans is 5’10”, around 140 lbs., with black hair and blue eyes. Evans was last seen on Sept. 10 around 1:20 p.m. in the Martinique Ln. area of Port Richey. Evans was last seen wearing a black shirt with an image of a white cactus on the back, gray sweatpants, camouflage crocks and a black hat. Evans' right arm is in a black and pink cast. If you have any information on Evans' whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7, or report tips online at PascoSheriff.com/tips.

Pasco Sheriff’s Office urges citizens to obey traffic laws and to drive distraction free. Remember to slow down, watch out for kids and put the phone down while driving through school zones. Help keep our students safe!

Florida is no stranger to natural disasters and unexpected weather; however, Pasco Sheriff’s Office is prepared and trained for various emergencies, including natural disasters. Our Deployable Emergency Response Team (DERT) conducts rescue operations and can be mobilized rapidly or in advance of a storm. These rescue operations provide supplies in areas with low accessibility and often help those who have become trapped by the elements, such as flood waters. PSO also deploys these resources to assist other counties where natural disasters have hit.

Update: Fasolak was found and is safe.

Pasco Sheriff’s deputies are currently searching for James Fasolak, a missing 23-year-old. Fasolak is 5'11", around 180 lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes. Fasolak was last seen on Sept. 9, around 7:50 p.m. in the Raccoon Lp. area of New Port Richey. Fasolak was last seen wearing a dark colored long sleeve button up shirt, dark shorts, a dark helmet with a light attached and may be carrying a backpack. If you have any information on Fasolak's whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7. You can also report tips online at PascoSheriff.com/tips.

Road Closure - Zephyrhills: All westbound and eastbound lanes at the intersection of SR 54 and Court St. are currently shut down due to a vehicle accident. Expect delays in the area.

Today marks the 4th annual ! Did you know that the Pasco Sheriff's Office created the in 2016 in response to increased crimes of opportunity? The routine serves as a reminder for citizens to lock their vehicles and homes at night. To this day, PSO encourages citizens to participate in the by removing valuables from their cars and locking their doors. These simple steps take only a few seconds and can go a long way in protecting your valuables.

Update: Schell was found and is safe.

Pasco Sheriff’s deputies are currently searching for Cierra Schell, a missing 30-year-old. Schell is 4'11", around 195 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. Schell was last seen on Aug. 10 in the Whitby Rd. area of Hudson and last heard from on Aug. 31. It's unknown what Schell was last seen wearing. Schell may be driving a white Toyota Corolla bearing FL tag BD50RK. If you have any information on Schell's whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7. You can also report tips online at PascoSheriff.com/tips.

Update: Goncalves was found and is safe.

Pasco Sheriff’s deputies are currently searching for Isaiah Goncalves, a missing/endangered 30-year-old. Goncalves is 5'11", around 135 lbs., with brown eyes and bald. Goncalves was last seen on Sep. 9, around 8:15 a.m. in the Wessex Way area of Wesley Chapel. Goncalves was last seen wearing a blue Mickey Mouse sweatshirt, shorts, white Reboks and a camouflage backpack. Goncalves may be driving a gray 2011 Nissan Altima bearing FL tag DHCU35. If you have any information on Goncalves' whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7. You can also report tips online at PascoSheriff.com/tips.

HELP SOLVE A CRIME: Pasco Sheriff's Office deputies are investigating a shooting of an adult male that occurred on Aug. 3, around 6:40 p.m. in the Trilby Rd. area of Dade City. The suspect drove westbound past two individuals walking along the Withlacoochee State Trail, then turned around, slowed the car and fired one shot out of the back passenger window. One of the individuals on the trail was shot and transported to a hospital for non-life threatening injuries. The suspect is described as being a Hispanic male teenager wearing a red or burgundy pullover hoodie. The suspect may have been driving a 2012 to 2019 Nissan Versa.

If you have any information on this case, or know the identity of the suspects, submit a tip to the Pasco Sheriff’s Crime Tips Line at 1-800-706-2488 and refer to case number 24029773, or submit a tip online at pascosheriff.com/tips. You may also report tips to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-873-TIPS (8477) or report anonymously online at www.crimestopperstb.com.