Tampa Police Department gives grants to non-profits with money seized from crimes
Have you ever wondered what happens to the money seized by investigators in crimes? It can add up to tens of thousands of dollars for police departments every year, and the Tampa Police Department is turning the cash into grants for non-profits.
Tampa police officers getting electric vehicles thanks to federal funding
Tampa police officers will soon welcome about a dozen new electric vehicles to the department’s fleet for the first time.
Tampa City Council moves to dissolve police review board in response to new Florida law
In a 6-1 vote on Thursday, Tampa City Council began the process of dismantling its Citizens Review Board in response to recent Florida legislation.
Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw get unique 3-year deal to continue as city’s top cop
The City of Tampa's top cop will be on the job for at least three more years, after city council members unanimously approved Police Chief Lee Bercaw's new contract on Thursday.
Tampa police officer seen driving off from crash, internal investigation underway
The Tampa Police Department said its conducting an internal investigation after an officer was seen on camera crashing into another car. The driver of the car said the officer never stopped to check on him after the crash and kept driving.
Knight Parade security beefed up ahead of weekend festivities: Tampa police chief
The Gasparilla invasion continues this weekend. The beads will be flying again Saturday evening in Ybor City with the Krewe of Sant’ Yago's Knight parade.
Tampa police investigate hundreds of cases involving minors during proposed curfew hours in 2023: Report
A new report from the Tampa Police Department shows hundreds of teens are getting into trouble in the middle of the night or are victims of crime themselves.
Tampa police officer accused of using authority to address personal matter fired from agency: TPD
A police officer is off the job after the Tampa Police Department says he violated several agency policies.
Tampa Police Department launches new technology for real-time updates for victims of crime
The Tampa Police Department is launching new technology to give victims of certain crimes real-time updates.
Two Tampa police officers pin badges to son, daughter in department's swear-in ceremony
Tampa police officers swear to place the well being and safety of others ahead of their own. While we often hear about the law enforcement family, at a ceremony where badges are pinned on new recruits, family has a double meaning.
Tampa police using grants to help combat youth gun violence
The Tampa Police Department received two grants to help combat gun violence in the community.
Tampa Police to increase presence in Ybor City as search continues for 2 suspects in deadly shooting
The Tampa Police Department will have an increased presence in Ybor City this weekend, starting Friday night, in the wake of a deadly shooting early Sunday morning.
Young sisters honored by Tampa Police Department with citizen awards for work in community
Maite Castillo, 8, and Mia Castillo, 9, were honored by the Tampa Police Department Tuesday with Citizens Appreciation Awards.
Video shows moped driver struck, dragged in Tampa hit-and-run; suspect still at large: TPD
The Tampa Police Department has released video showing a hit-and-run resulting in serious injuries to a man earlier this month.
81-year-old man taken into custody after shooting man, barricading himself in Tampa home: TPD
The Tampa Police Department is on the scene of a barricaded subject on E. Osbourne Avenue Monday afternoon.
Tampa Police rescue 17-year-old girl from human trafficking
Tampa police have rescued a teenage victim of human trafficking after they were notified of images of the 17-year-old girl posted on an online prosecution website.
Man killed in crash on Bayshore Boulevard after car strikes wall: TPD
A man died in a crash on Bayshore Boulevard Tuesday afternoon after his vehicle struck a wall, according to Tampa police.
Tampa police investigate vandalism to art depicting African American history at park
Authorities are investigating a case of vandalism at Perry Harvey Park in the heart of Tampa – once the vibrant core of the city's African American heritage.
Tampa high school student arrested after being found with stolen gun in his bookbag: TPD
A student at Freedom High School was arrested Monday morning after police found a gun in his backpack, according to Tampa police.
Tampa’s top cop focuses on community-oriented policing during first 100 days on the job
Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw released an open letter to the Tampa community Monday, marking his first 100 days on the job.