Brooks Detective Agency

09/01/2026

3 P.M. SEPT. 1 UPDATE: Annabella has been located and is safe.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who stepped up to share information and spread the word. Your willingness to get involved made a difference. 💙

09/01/2026

🚨3 P.M. SEPT. 1 UPDATE: Annabella has been located and is safe.
We are incredibly grateful to everyone who stepped up to share information, spread the word, and help us locate this teen. Your willingness to get involved made a difference. 💙 VPD

🚨3 P.M. SEPT. 1 UPDATE: Annabella has been located and is safe.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who stepped up to share information, spread the word, and help us locate this teen. Your willingness to get involved made a difference. 💙
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AUG. 28 UPDATE: ANABELLA REMAINS MISSING; REWARD OF UP TO $5,000 OFFERED

As of Friday, Aug. 28, 15-year-old Anabella Day Saben, who was reported to have run away from home, remains missing. The Venice Police Department remains concerned about her safety and whereabouts.

Crime Stoppers of Sarasota is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information that helps locate Anabella.

Since Anabella was reported missing, VPD investigators have remained in close contact with her family, spoken with her closest friends, monitored social media and visited area schools and other locations where she may have gone. This remains an active investigation, and detectives continue to pursue every credible lead.

Anabella does not have her phone, making it difficult for her family, friends and investigators to contact her directly. Investigators also do not know the make and model of the vehicle she entered, nor who she left her home with.

What we know is that Anabella left her home around 1 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15. She is approximately 5 feet tall and 100 pounds, with long brown hair, brown eyes and a piercing in her left nostril. She was last seen wearing a black shirt and black shorts.

Any information, no matter how small, could help us find Anabella and make sure she is safe, seen and heard.

If you see Anabella, call 911. To provide information directly to VPD, call 941-486-2444 and ask for Detective Thiessen. Reference VPD Case No. 26001776. To remain anonymous and be eligible for the reward, call Crime Stoppers of Sarasota at 941-366-TIPS (8477).

08/28/2026

🚨 UPDATE: ANABELLA REMAINS MISSING; REWARD OF UP TO $5,000 OFFERED

As of Friday, Aug. 28, 15-year-old Anabella Day Saben, who was reported to have run away from home, remains missing. The Venice Police Department remains concerned about her safety and whereabouts.

Crime Stoppers of Sarasota is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information that helps locate Anabella.

🚨3 P.M. SEPT. 1 UPDATE: Annabella has been located and is safe.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who stepped up to share information, spread the word, and help us locate this teen. Your willingness to get involved made a difference. 💙
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AUG. 28 UPDATE: ANABELLA REMAINS MISSING; REWARD OF UP TO $5,000 OFFERED

As of Friday, Aug. 28, 15-year-old Anabella Day Saben, who was reported to have run away from home, remains missing. The Venice Police Department remains concerned about her safety and whereabouts.

Crime Stoppers of Sarasota is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information that helps locate Anabella.

Since Anabella was reported missing, VPD investigators have remained in close contact with her family, spoken with her closest friends, monitored social media and visited area schools and other locations where she may have gone. This remains an active investigation, and detectives continue to pursue every credible lead.

Anabella does not have her phone, making it difficult for her family, friends and investigators to contact her directly. Investigators also do not know the make and model of the vehicle she entered, nor who she left her home with.

What we know is that Anabella left her home around 1 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15. She is approximately 5 feet tall and 100 pounds, with long brown hair, brown eyes and a piercing in her left nostril. She was last seen wearing a black shirt and black shorts.

Any information, no matter how small, could help us find Anabella and make sure she is safe, seen and heard.

If you see Anabella, call 911. To provide information directly to VPD, call 941-486-2444 and ask for Detective Thiessen. Reference VPD Case No. 26001776. To remain anonymous and be eligible for the reward, call Crime Stoppers of Sarasota at 941-366-TIPS (8477).

08/21/2026

Update: 9/1/26 - Ana has been Found.

∙ Saben is about 5 feet tall and 100 pounds.
∙ She has long brown hair, brown eyes and a piercing in her left nostril.

Anyone who sees Saben should call 911.

Anyone with information that could help locate her is asked to contact the Venice Police Department at 941-486-2444 and ask for Detective Thiessen. The case number is 26001776.

If you have a tip but prefer not to contact the police, you can call or text Brooks Detective Agency Private Det. Chris Brooks at 941-867-0007.

08/20/2026

I do not suspect he is the only officer or detective within the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office who is missing access to Flock and other databases.

A Sarasota police officer was fired and arrested after his department learned from USA Today that he was misusing Flock and DAVID databases, according to a release. https://www.wfla.com/news/sarasota-county/sarasota-officer-fired-arrested-for-misuse-of-flock-camera-david-databases-police/

04/28/2026

Need a PI in Sarasota County? This clear, practical guide walks you through what really matters—licenses, experience, costs, retainers, surveillance details, and the right questions to ask before signing a contract.

Why it matters: Hiring the wrong investigator can cost time, money, and peace of mind.

Brooks Detective Agency emphasizes verified credentials and hands-on experience—clients work directly with Detective Chris Brooks, a former Police Chief who knows Sarasota and Southwest Florida inside out.

Highlights you’ll get from the guide:
• How to verify Florida licensing
• Typical rates and how retainers work
• What surveillance usually involves (minimum time blocks, reporting, evidence)
• Key questions for your initial consultation
• What to check in the contract

If you’re an individual or a legal professional in Sarasota, Venice, Siesta Key, Englewood, Osprey—or anywhere in Southwest Florida—this is the checklist you need before hiring a PI.

Have questions? Start with the guide and then reach out for a consultation.

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Hiring a private investigator can be a crucial step when you need reliable information or help with sensitive matters. Whether you are dealing with a personal issue, business concern, or legal case, choosing the right private investigator in Sarasota, Florida requires careful thought. Many people ru...

04/24/2026

Need help uncovering the truth? Our latest blog post walks you through practical tips to hire a private investigator—what to ask, red flags to watch for, and how to make sure you get results.

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When life throws a curveball, sometimes you need a little help uncovering the truth. Whether it’s a personal matter or a legal issue, hiring a private investigator can be a game-changer. But how do you find the right one? What should you expect? And how do you avoid getting stuck with someone who....

02/04/2026

At Brooks Detective Agency, surveillance assignments are conducted discreetly and professionally, with a focus on accurate observation and clear documentation.

Each case is approached with care to ensure the information gathered is reliable and defensible.

Our objective is simple: to provide factual insight so clients can make informed decisions based on what is verifiably observed.

Confidential consultations available.

Licensed Florida PI & former Police Chief Chris Brooks provides discreet surveillance in Sarasota & Venice. Photos/video documentation, written reports, confidential consult.

02/04/2026

At Brooks Detective Agency, we provide professional investigative services with discretion, accuracy, and integrity.

Our team handles surveillance, background checks, and other investigative services, ensuring that every case is approached carefully, documented thoroughly, and conducted lawfully.

We serve clients in Sarasota, Venice, Siesta Key, and Longboat Key, Florida, providing factual information so clients can make informed decisions with confidence.

Confidential consultations are available for all services.

FL License # A 3500118

02/04/2026

Hiring the right person starts with knowing the facts.

At Brooks Detective Agency, our employee background checks go beyond basic screening. We use professional investigative methods to verify credentials, work history, and other relevant information with accuracy and discretion.

Whether you’re onboarding key staff or assessing candidates for positions of trust, our approach is focused on reliable information you can act on with confidence.

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