City Whys: Homeless in Gulfport
One reader wants to know where, exactly, homeless people can live in Gulfport without breaking the law or getting harassed.
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Loaded Truck Driven into Bushes at Gulfport Park
Gulfport Police say they do have a suspect after someone drove a truck laden with items into the mangroves at Veteran’s Park, but would not yet release their identity.
GPD: Thief Got in Bed with Sleeping Man During Robbery
Police say a man “walked into an unlocked studio apartment while the resident was inside sleeping” on Feb. 18. near 53rd Street South and Gulfport Boulevard.
Gulfport Man Found Dead of Unknown Causes
The Gulfport Police Department is conducting an investigation, including results of an autopsy; an official cause of death has not been determined.
Another Unlocked Car Stolen with Keys Inside
Gulfport police said the latest theft occurred Jan. 30 in the 1200 block of 57th Street South when a man reported his 2019 Jeep Cherokee stolen.
Gulfport Police: Man Tried To Get Woman on Bike Into Van
“A woman was riding her bicycle when she was approached by a man in a brown minivan who pulled up beside her and repeatedly told her to get into the van,” GPD said in a statement on incident.
Man Found Dead Near Gulfport Church
Gulfport Police identified the man as a transient and said there were no visible signs of trauma; they are awaiting autopsy and toxicology results.
Jesse Lee Pleads Guilty to Felony Battery
Jesse Lee, a Gulfport resident known for foul language and targeted abuse of city hall staff and Gulfport police officers, has pled guilty to felony battery. His sentence? One day administrative probation.
Gulfport Cop Walks Into Bay To Save Woman
“Burkhart walked out to her and was able to pull her ashore. The person was experiencing a mental health crisis and was transported to St. Anthony’s Hospital,” GPD said.
Running Lexus Stolen in Gulfport
Gulfport police say they have a potential suspect in the car theft.
Gulfport Police Chief “Retaliatory and Excessive”, Arbitrator Rules
An arbitrator has ruled that the Gulfport Police Chief Rob Vincent meted out “retaliatory and excessive” discipline toward Officer Cory Smith. She’s also ruled that the chief retaliated against Sergeant Rob Burkhart. The ruling reinstates Burkhart as sergeant, and orders back pay for both officers.
Gulfport Teen Claims Police Brutality at Boca Ciega High
“I didn’t feel safe” a Black teenaged girl said of the incident. Gulfport Police are investigating an incident at Boca Ciega High School after Maniya Sherriffee says a longtime officer’s treatment of her caused injuries to her face.
