NEWS RELEASE 26-003 - FEBRUARY 3, 2026
On February 2, 2026, at approximately 2:13 a.m., Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) deputies located a black, Toyota Scion illegally parked in the Manasota Key parking lot after posted hours. Inside, deputies found Ian J. Inman, W/M, DOB 11/16/05, and a 13-year-old female both unclothed. Further investigation determined that Inman and the minor had engaged in sexual activity. Inman was arrested, charged with two counts of Sexual Battery on a Minor (12 to 18 years-old), and is in custody at the Sarasota County Correctional Facility. The investigation is ongoing.
Inman was employed as a Lifeguard for the City of Nort Port Aquatic Center. If anyone thinks they may be a victim of Inman, please contact our Special Victims Unit at (941) 861-4900.
On February 2, 2026, at approximately 2:13 a.m., Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) deputies located a black, Toyota Scion illegally parked in the Manasota Key parking lot after posted hours. Inside, deputies found Ian J. Inman, W/M, DOB 11/16/05, and a 13-year-old female both unclothed. Further investigation determined that Inman and the minor had engaged in sexual activity. Inman was arrested, charged with two counts of Sexual Battery on a Minor (12 to 18 years-old), and is in custody at the Sarasota County Correctional Facility. The investigation is ongoing.
Inman was employed as a Lifeguard for the City of Nort Port Aquatic Center. If anyone thinks they may be a victim of Inman, please contact our Special Victims Unit at (941) 861-4900.