Stuart Police Department

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In partnership with Martin County Fire Rescue.

At Monday night’s Commission Meeting, several officers were recognized for their years of dedicated service to the Stuart Police Department.

Detective David Jacobson was recognized for 15 years as a full-time officer and an impressive 17 years of service to the department overall.

Lieutenant Brian Bossio (who was unable to attend), Detective Ken Leedham, and K-9 Officer Heitfeld were also recognized for 15 years of service with the Stuart Police Department, each bringing prior law enforcement experience from other agencies.

Officer Danielle Matteucci was recognized for 5 years of dedicated service, serving both as a 911 Dispatcher and Police Officer.

Thank you all for your continued commitment, professionalism, and dedicated service to our community. Congratulations on these well-deserved milestones!

To clarify what occurred during yesterday’s tragic incident, the investigation has determined that an 83-year-old driver and owner of the vehicle was driving his truck into a service bay at the business. As the driver drove onto a ramp to have the vehicle serviced, he accelerated forward, striking a technician and pinning him against a concrete wall.

Tragically, Bryan Thomas Giarrantano, 24,
sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Stuart Police Detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. Additionally, OSHA is conducting its own investigation, as the incident occurred in a workplace setting.

The business owners and staff fully cooperated with our investigation while also coping with the tragic loss of a valued employee. We appreciate their assistance during this difficult time.

Our sincere condolences remain with the victim’s family, friends, coworkers, and all those affected by this tragedy.

🚨 Investigation Update 🚨

Early this morning, Stuart Police Officers responded to a tragic incident at Atlantic Tire. A customer’s vehicle accelerated forward when entering a service bay, fatally injuring a 24 year old technician.

Detectives responded to the scene and have since cleared. At this time, we are investigating a work place incident. OSHA is involved.

Our sincere condolences go out to the technician’s family, friends, and coworkers during this incredibly difficult time.

💡 DID YOU KNOW? 💡

Summer break is here, and for many children, that means more time spent gaming, using social media, and interacting online.
As online activity increases, so do the risks of cyberbullying, scams, online predators, and the sharing of personal information.

June is Internet Safety Month, making it a great time for families to discuss safe online habits. NetSmartz offers free videos, activities, and resources to help parents and caregivers start those conversations and keep children safer online.

Because "stranger danger" didn't disappear, it just got Wi-Fi.
Learn more: https://www.missingkids.org/NetSmartz

STUART POLICE MAKE UNUSUAL BUST

For years, law enforcement has unfairly taken the blame for America's love affair with donuts.

Well, today we have the photographic evidence to clear our name once and for all.
Our undercover surveillance team caught our friends at Stuart Fire Rescue red-handed unloading a fresh donut delivery.

Looks like the shoe is on the other foot now....

Happy National Donut Day to everyone, especially our Fire Rescue partners. Enjoy those donuts... your secret is safe with us.

Drowning Prevention Starts with You

Now that summer break is here, more children will be spending time in and around the water. The Stuart Police Department is partnering with the Florida Department of Health Martin County to help prevent drowning accidents and keep our community safe.

We have FREE Water Watcher badges available at the Stuart Police Department. These badges designate a responsible adult to provide active, distraction-free supervision of children in and around the water.

Remember:

-Always designate a Water Watcher

-Stay off your phone and avoid distractions

-Keep children within arm's reach

-Ensure pools are properly secured

Drowning can happen quickly and silently. Stop by the Stuart Police Department during to pick up your free Water Watcher badge and help keep our children safe this summer.

On May 1, 2026, the Stuart Police Department received a report involving a vehicle that had been purchased using fraudulent funds. Detectives immediately launched an investigation into the transaction and the circumstances surrounding the purchase.

During the investigation, detectives identified Giuseppe Prestigiacomo as the suspect. Investigators determined that Prestigiacomo allegedly used the personal information of an 87-year-old victim, including the victim’s credit card and driver's license information, to make a down payment on a vehicle for himself. Detectives learned that Prestigiacomo had obtained the victim’s information while employed by an air conditioning company.

As a result of the investigation, Prestigiacomo was charged with two counts of Criminal Use of Personal Identification Information and one count of Grand Theft.

School’s Out for Summer!

The final school bell has rung, and summer break is officially here!

The Stuart Police Department wishes all students, teachers, and families a safe, fun, and relaxing summer. Whether you’re heading to the beach, the pool, traveling, or just enjoying time with friends and family, remember to make safety a priority.

Congratulations to all of our students for another successful school year. Have a wonderful summer, and we look forward to seeing everyone back safely in the fall.

Newest Members of the Special Response Team – SRT Medics

The City of Stuart, Stuart Police Department, and Stuart Fire Rescue, along with Police Chief Zenelovic and Fire Chief Felicione, are proud to announce the first medics to become part of the Police Department’s Special Response Team.

These specially trained paramedics are now able to make entry into active scenes to assist officers and render aid to officers, victims, or suspects during high-priority incidents. The medics will train alongside the Police Department’s Special Response Team and were required to complete physical aptitude testing, fi****ms qualifications, and selection processes similar to those required of police officers.

This collaboration will allow critical medical services to be rendered without delay, even while a scene remains active. The partnership has been a long and rewarding process, and we are grateful to see it come to fruition.

Congratulations to these dedicated professionals on this important achievement and commitment to serving our community.