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TAMPA, FL (November 5, 2024) – On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, the Tampa Police Department terminated the employment of an officer for violations of the department’s Policies and Procedures, and Manual…

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TAMPA, FL. (November 1, 2024) - - The Tampa Police Department is currently working to locate 53-year-old Stephen Johnson (white male, 1/8/1971), who was last seen early this morning in the 300 block…

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TAMPA, FL. (November 1, 2024) -- The driver involved in a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred on October 22, 2024, at around 2:46 a.m., on the 400 block of S Howard Ave has been arrested. The…

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TAMPA, FL. (October 31, 2024) - -Tampa Police are currently looking for 24-year-old Juliet Spalding-Billingslea. Juliet was last seen on October 30 and has not returned to her home in the 100 block…

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Tampa, FL. (October 28, 2024) - - At 6:57 am Monday morning, Tampa Police responded to a serious traffic crash involving a pedestrian near the intersection of W. Hillsborough Ave. and N. Lois Ave.…

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On National First Responders Day, October 28, Mayor Jane Castor will join City Council Chairman Guido Maniscalco, Police Chief Lee Bercaw, and Fire Chief Barbara Tripp to highlight how the Community…

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Tampa, FL (October 25, 2024) - - The Tampa Police Department, in partnership with the Ybor City Historic District business community, will host "Ybor Night Out: A Time of Remembrance and Resilience"…

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TAMPA, FL. (October 23, 2024) -- The Tampa Police Department Memorial Committee is pleased to announce that the 30th Annual Tampa Police Memorial 5K/1-Mile Run-Walk has been rescheduled to Saturday,…

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TAMPA, FL. (October 22, 2024) -- The Tampa Police Department will host a specialized water training session for law enforcement canine (K9) units from across the Tampa Bay area on Wednesday, October…

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On October 22, 2024, at around 2:46 a.m., Tampa Police responded to the 400 block of S Howard Ave for the report of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle.Investigators determined that the driver of a 2013…

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TAMPA, FL. (October 21, 2024) -- The Tampa Police Department is investigating a gun-related incident that occurred at Sligh Middle Magnet School (2011 E. Sligh Ave.) on October 21, 2024. Thankfully,…

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TAMPA, FL. (October 18, 2024) -- The US Marshals Task Force, working in partnership with The Tampa Police Department, arrested 19-year-old Brianna Moore, (white female, 03/28/2005), in connection…

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TAMPA, FL. (October 17, 2024) -- Late Wednesday night, Tampa Police responded to the Trails at Hunters Village Apartments, located at 8500 Hunters Village Rd., for the report of a stabbing. Officers…

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TAMPA, FL. (October 17, 2024) -- The Tampa Police Department arrested four people in connection with a burglary that occurred at Hibbett Sports on October 10, 2024, following Hurricane Milton."This…

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This afternoon, the Tampa Police Department held its final Hurricane Deployment Roll Call in recognition of the extraordinary service of its officers and professional staff members during and after…

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TAMPA, FL. (October 15, 2024) -- This afternoon, the Tampa Police Department will host a hurricane response appreciation event at 5:00 pm, at Raymond James Stadium. This event will recognize the…

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TAMPA, FL. (October 14, 2024) -- On Monday, October 14, 2024, just before 1:30 pm, Tampa Police responded to a report of a body observed in the Hillsborough River near Rowlett Park. Members of the…

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The Tampa Police Department is investigating a fatal traffic accident that occurred on October 10, 2024.At approximately 10:15 p.m., officers responded to a traffic crash at the intersection of…

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UPDATE: All roads are opened, but there are still many intersection lights out. Residents are advised to treat these areas as four way stops.For those who have evacuate to areas outside of city…

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Preliminary damage assessments are underway in Tampa following the passage of Hurricane Milton.Heavy rainfall and hurricane-force winds may have subsided, but the dangers remain, with downed trees…

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TAMPA, FL. (October 10, 2024) -- During the impact of Hurricane Milton, a 911 call was received after a tree crashed into a single-story home in the 1700 block of E. Wood St. The home was occupied by…

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 As the City of Tampa begins conducting its damage assessments in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, city officials are urging residents to remain indoors until it is deemed safe to go outside…

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TAMPA, FL. (October 10, 2024)- Tampa Police are investigating the death of an elderly woman, which is believed to be related to restoration efforts post Hurricane Milton.Just after 11:00 a.m.,…

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The City of Tampa is finalizing its preparation efforts as Hurricane Milton arrives to the Southwest Florida coastline.Sandbag sites have closed, after distributing approximately 115,000 sandbags…

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The City of Tampa is working around the clock to prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Milton, including continuous debris collection in the wake of Hurricane Helene.City officials are urging…