HCSO: Second suspect arrested in 2019 homicide investigation
The second suspect in a 2019 homicide investigation was arrested on Monday, according to HCSO detectives.
Troopers discover driver attempting to smuggle 6 undocumented immigrants to Tampa
While conducting a traffic stop on I-75, troopers say they discovered a driver attempting to smuggle six undocumented immigrants.
Child with autism reunited with family after wandering away from Polk County home
A three-year-old boy who was reported missing early Tuesday morning had an emotional reunion with his family after he was found alive by a neighbor.
29-year-old man arrested with stolen firearm after fleeing traffic stop: HCSO
On Monday night, a 29-year-old was arrested in Riverview with a stolen firearm, according to authorities.
Southeast High School student arrested after school administrators find gun in fanny pack
A student at Southeast High School has been arrested after a handgun was found in their fanny pack, according to Manatee County Sheriff’s Office deputies.
Driver accused in DUI crash that killed mom of 3 strikes plea deal after skipping town, delaying trial
A man who is accused of killing a mother of three while driving drunk is headed to prison two and a half years after the fatal crash after striking a deal with the state.
Deputy recovers after fentanyl exposure during inmate search at Hillsborough County jail
A Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office deputy returned to work after investigators said he nearly passed out following an exposure to the drug, fentanyl, at the Falkenburg Road Jail.
Man shot to death after argument in Pasco County, deputies say
A man was shot after an argument on Aug. 18 in the Laredo Dr. area of Bayonet Point, according to the Pasco County Sheriff's Office.
UK baby-killer Lucy Letby sentenced to life in prison: 'Malevolence bordering on sadism'
Lucy Letby, the UK's most murderous child serial killer, has been sentenced to life in prison.
Suspect stole almost $11k worth of meats and ingredients from Tampa restaurant, police say
Police say they are still looking for a suspect who stole meats and cooking ingredients from a Tampa restaurant on the night of Aug. 17, 2023.
Deputy rushed to hospital after being exposed to fentanyl inside Hillsborough County jail: HCSO
A deputy with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is back at work after officials say he nearly passed out after being exposed to fentanyl in an inmate’s bunk area at the Falkenburg Road Jail on Friday.
Suspect in Plant City homicide arrested after car crash, police say
The suspect in Saturday night's homicide in Plant City was arrested in Manatee County on Sunday morning, according to authorities.
Tennessee hiking couple found safe in Alaska after search and rescue
Authorities in Alaska launched the search after finding the couple's vehicle abandoned and learning that they had never checked out of their Airbnb.
One person killed in Plant City shooting, deputies say
Hillsborough County deputies are investigating a shooting in Plant City that left one person dead and another hospitalized.
Death investigation underway in Pasco County, neighbors say child involved
A death investigation is underway in Pasco County. Neighbors tell FOX 13 the investigation involves a child, but the Pasco County Sheriff's Office is refusing to confirm any details about the case.
Pinellas man facing multiple charges after following and harrassing victim, police say
A Pinellas man has been arrested after repeatedly following and harassing a female.
Accused drug dealer arrested for first-degree murder in Tampa overdose death: HCSO
An accused drug dealer was arrested Friday on a first-degree murder charge in connection to an overdose death in Tampa last year, deputies said.
Fugitive accused in deadly DUI crash tries delay tactic after skipping trial in June
Defendant Joseph Higgins is accused of driving drunk and killing a Tampa mother two years ago. Since then, prosecutor say he has played games with the justice system to avoid going to trial.
‘Shameless killer’ accused in Seffner mom’s murder charged in 2021 homicide: HCSO
A man who has been arrested in connection with the murder of a Seffner mother has also been charged with killing a man who was found on the side of a Thonotosassa road in June 2021.
Clearwater middle school student arrested for threatening to blow up classroom: Police
The Clearwater Police Department is reminding students that school threats are no joke after a middle schooler was arrested on Thursday.