Tampa Police officer arrested, relieved of duty after investigation involving minor
A Tampa Police officer has been arrested and relieved of duty following an investigation into alleged unlawful sexual activity with a minor.
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Florida officials announce crackdown on teen takeovers after Pinellas County gatherings
Florida officials are cracking down on teen takeovers after multiple planned gatherings in Pinellas County, warning that events promoted online can lead to violence and criminal consequences
Two people found dead in Plant City; HCSO investigating
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating the deaths of an adult man and woman found Wednesday at a residence on James Melvin Drive in Plant City. Detectives say there is no known threat to the public as the investigation continues.
UPDATE: Two injured in double stabbing near USF; HCSO investigating
Two people were injured in a stabbing at an apartment complex near USF early Wednesday morning. Deputies say all involved parties have been identified, and both victims are in stable condition.
After Clearwater Beach shooting and Tampa arrests, officials target teen takeovers
Police agencies across Tampa Bay are increasing enforcement, expanding social media monitoring and investing in youth programs as they work to prevent teen takeover events from escalating into violence this summer.
Pinellas, Clearwater officials ramp up efforts to stop teen takeovers after Clearwater Beach shooting
Pinellas and Clearwater law enforcement officials say they are intensifying efforts to stop teen takeover events after a 17-year-old was shot during a gathering at Clearwater Beach on May 31. Authorities have arrested a 16-year-old suspect and plan to use increased enforcement and new social media monitoring tools to identify and prevent future incidents.
Hillsborough County Sheriff's deputy arrested on DUI charge
A Hillsborough County Sheriff's deputy was arrested May 30 on DUI-related charges following a traffic stop in Citrus Park, according to officials.
Tampa Police Department asks public for help in fatal hit-and-run investigation
A 19-year-old bicyclist died after a hit-and-run crash near West Waters Avenue and North Albany Avenue on May 25, and Tampa Police are asking the public for help identifying a 2013-2016 Toyota RAV4 believed to be involved.
HCSO concludes Memorial Day DUI and boating safety operation
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office made 36 DUI arrests and responded to multiple boating incidents during its Memorial Day weekend safety operation conducted with local law enforcement partners.
HCSO arrests 14 in $5 million retail theft operation
Detectives say a sophisticated retail theft ring operating across four states led to 14 arrests and the seizure of millions in stolen goods during “Operation D-Fence.”
Community seeks answers, prevention measures after deadly Plant City violence
Plant City residents voiced frustration and demanded stronger domestic violence prevention efforts during a Plant City commission meeting following multiple recent shootings, including a quadruple homicide involving a mother, grandmother and two young children.
Man Threatens Linemen Restoring Power After Hurricane Milton in Hillsborough County
Crimes involving 'Sextortion' continue to rise across Tampa Bay area