Former officer accused of impersonation weeks after TPD-employed wife was charged with official misconduct
A former officer with the Tampa Police Department has been arrested weeks after his wife, a TPD employee, landed behind bars.
A former officer with the Tampa Police Department has been arrested weeks after his wife, a TPD employee, landed behind bars.
Tampa Police honor fallen officers in memorial ceremony
The Tampa Police Department partnered with the Tampa Police Memorial Committee to host a solemn ceremony Thursday at Tampa Police Headquarters. It honored three officers who lost their lives during their service.
The Tampa Police Department partnered with the Tampa Police Memorial Committee to host a solemn ceremony Thursday at Tampa Police Headquarters. It honored three officers who lost their lives during their service.
Tampa Police Department employee accused of creating law enforcement credentials for a family member
A Tampa Police Department employee has been arrested after investigators alleged that she falsified official records and accessed a computer in a manner that exceeded her authorized access.
A Tampa Police Department employee has been arrested after investigators alleged that she falsified official records and accessed a computer in a manner that exceeded her authorized access.
3rd annual 9/11 memorial flag in Land O’Lakes honors victims and educates new generations
Nearly 3,000 placards were carefully placed this weekend in Land O’Lakes — each one bearing the name of a life lost on September 11, 2001. Together, they form a massive American flag on the grounds of Harvester Community Church.
Nearly 3,000 placards were carefully placed this weekend in Land O’Lakes — each one bearing the name of a life lost on September 11, 2001. Together, they form a massive American flag on the grounds of Harvester Community Church.
Tampa police officers build bonds with youth in summer basketball league
For 14-year-old Larry Blakenship, this summer’s highlight wasn’t just sinking shots, it was staging a major comeback.
For 14-year-old Larry Blakenship, this summer’s highlight wasn’t just sinking shots, it was staging a major comeback.
Tampa police, community gather to honor history of Juneteenth
Five years ago, the nation recognized the first Juneteenth. It marks the day in 1965 when Union soldiers went to Galveston, Texas and told enslaved people they were free. It happened two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation.
Five years ago, the nation recognized the first Juneteenth. It marks the day in 1965 when Union soldiers went to Galveston, Texas and told enslaved people they were free. It happened two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation.
Tampa Police get 300 new lifesaving choking devices from New York-based company
A New York-based company donated 300 choking rescue devices to the Tampa Police Department. These devices, called LifeVac, create a one-way suction to remove lodged food or objects from a choking victim.
A New York-based company donated 300 choking rescue devices to the Tampa Police Department. These devices, called LifeVac, create a one-way suction to remove lodged food or objects from a choking victim.
Tampa police incorporate virtual reality into de-escalation training
This year, the Tampa Police Department is incorporating new, virtual reality technology into its de-escalation training for the first time.
This year, the Tampa Police Department is incorporating new, virtual reality technology into its de-escalation training for the first time.
Video: Tampa police save toddler choking on tomato
Tampa police are sharing body camera video showing the moment officers saved a choking child.
Tampa police are sharing body camera video showing the moment officers saved a choking child.
Video: Tampa police horse hit by suspect in Ybor City as bars were closing
A man was arrested over the weekend after an officer said he hit a Tampa police horse in Ybor City.
A man was arrested over the weekend after an officer said he hit a Tampa police horse in Ybor City.
TPD touts crime reductions in Friday's 2024 Annual Report release
The Tampa Police Department released its 2024 Annual Report on Friday."It's all about the hard work of our police officers and the community working together," TPD chief Lee Bercaw told FOX 13.
The Tampa Police Department released its 2024 Annual Report on Friday."It's all about the hard work of our police officers and the community working together," TPD chief Lee Bercaw told FOX 13.
Tampa police save man pinned underneath his car
The Tampa Police Department praised the quick response of some of their officers after they saved a man's life who was trapped underneath his car.
The Tampa Police Department praised the quick response of some of their officers after they saved a man's life who was trapped underneath his car.
Tampa PD’s retired K9 Taz passes away: ‘He was a protector’
The Tampa Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its beloved retired K9's.
The Tampa Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its beloved retired K9's.
Tampa PD's first deputy chief of community outreach retires after 25 years
The Tampa Police Department is saying goodbye to one of its highest-ranking officers.
The Tampa Police Department is saying goodbye to one of its highest-ranking officers.
Tampa Police Aviation Unit shares safety plan ahead of upcoming Gasparilla parades
The Tampa Police Department gave an update Monday on its efforts to ensure the safety of parade-goers, boaters and officers during the upcoming Gasparilla parades.
The Tampa Police Department gave an update Monday on its efforts to ensure the safety of parade-goers, boaters and officers during the upcoming Gasparilla parades.
Tampa NYE celebrations bring increased TPD presence
It is an exciting time of year, as Tampa hosts visitors and locals looking for a good time.
It is an exciting time of year, as Tampa hosts visitors and locals looking for a good time.
Missing Hillsborough County teenager found safe, TPD says
A missing Hillsborough County teenager has been found safe, according to the Tampa Police Department on Thursday night.
A missing Hillsborough County teenager has been found safe, according to the Tampa Police Department on Thursday night.
TPD honors fallen officers with 30th annual 5K
The Tampa Police Department paid remembrance to its 32 officers who were killed in the line of duty. On Saturday morning, TPD held its 30th annual Memorial 5K at Lykes Gaslight Park.
The Tampa Police Department paid remembrance to its 32 officers who were killed in the line of duty. On Saturday morning, TPD held its 30th annual Memorial 5K at Lykes Gaslight Park.
Tampa officials remind residents fishing off Bayshore Blvd. isn't allowed
Fishing along Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa is prohibited despite its popularity as a scenic spot for walking, running, and biking.
Fishing along Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa is prohibited despite its popularity as a scenic spot for walking, running, and biking.
Chronister's promotion draws praise from Florida politicians
Law enforcement leaders around Florida are supporting President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister as the DEA administrator.
Law enforcement leaders around Florida are supporting President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister as the DEA administrator.