Coastal Breeze News

March 30, 2012 CONTACT:  389-5050 for reports or additional information   DATE & TIME: 03/19/2012 between 01:00:00 PM and 04:00:00 PM LOCATION: Fruitland Avenue INCIDENT: Burglary / Theft It was reported that someone entered a residence on Fruitland Avenue and took several items valued at approximately $7,290.00. Investigation continues.   DATE & TIME: 03/19/2012 between 07:20:00 AM and 03:30:00 PM LOCATION: Echo Circle INCIDENT: Burglary / Theft It was reported that someone entered a residence on Echo Circle and took several items valued at approximately $10,090.00. Investigation continues.   DATE & TIME: 03/23/2012 09:45:00 PM ARRESTED: Zachary Michael Ludwig, 23 ... Read More »

In the recent week, the Marco Island Police Department has observed an increasing trend in the thefts of bicycles. Although the trend seems to be geographically isolated to the immediate vicinity of Seaview Ct., the Department would like to caution everyone to take steps to prevent future bicycle thefts. Please consider the following crime prevention methods: Properly document your bicycle, including a picture. If there are any unique features or marks, photograph those distinctive characteristics as well. Record the make, model and serial numbers of the bicycle, as well as any additional pieces of equipment such as lights, specialized seats, ... Read More »

Andrew Gustafson, 73 of Marco Island, Florida formally of Langdon, ND passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2012. Andrew was born February 23, 1939 in Langdon, ND the oldest son of Kathryn and the late Joseph Gustafson. Andrew grew up in Langdon, ND where he farmed for 34 years, and served six years in the National Guard. Andrew is survived by his wife Evelyn Gustafson of Marco Island, daughter Angie and son Mitchell of San Diego, Ca. His mother Kathryn, two grandchildren, Ellia 4 ½ and Luke 2 ½, three sisters Joyce Rude, Judy Burner, Jonelle  Soderstrom and many nieces and ... Read More »