Tampa officer collapses following fentanyl exposure: TPD
A police officer with the city of Tampa has been released from the hospital after officials say he collapsed from fentanyl exposure on Thursday night.
A police officer with the city of Tampa has been released from the hospital after officials say he collapsed from fentanyl exposure on Thursday night.
1 dead after accused DUI driver crashes into dump truck under I-4 overpass: TPD
A man was killed, and two others were injured in a crash involving a dump truck early Wednesday morning, according to police.
A man was killed, and two others were injured in a crash involving a dump truck early Wednesday morning, according to police.
Tampa Police Department launches new initiative to connect with kids through sports
The Tampa Police Department is launching a new initiative aimed at building relationships with children around the community.
The Tampa Police Department is launching a new initiative aimed at building relationships with children around the community.
Tampa’s police chief creates new position with community focus
Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw recently promoted 46 members of the Tampa Police Department into new supervisory roles.
Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw recently promoted 46 members of the Tampa Police Department into new supervisory roles.
East Tampa residents say police helicopters seem to always be flying above homes
East Tampa residents are tired of Tampa police helicopters flying over their homes at night, but TPD told city council Thursday that the department’s eyes in the sky help officers curb crime on the ground.
East Tampa residents are tired of Tampa police helicopters flying over their homes at night, but TPD told city council Thursday that the department’s eyes in the sky help officers curb crime on the ground.
Tampa attorney who shot at suspect attacking Hyde Park jogger recognized by police: 'I'm certainly humbled'
The Tampa Police Department recognized an attorney for saving a woman who was attacked by a man who was homeless in Hyde Park back in May.
The Tampa Police Department recognized an attorney for saving a woman who was attacked by a man who was homeless in Hyde Park back in May.
TPD detectives combating increase in luxury vehicle thefts
The Tampa Police Department says there's been an increasing trend of luxury vehicles being stolen after valet parking.
The Tampa Police Department says there's been an increasing trend of luxury vehicles being stolen after valet parking.
Tampa police hold first town hall style forum as part of crime-prevention efforts
Tampa police recently announced the expansion of the department’s community-oriented policing efforts.
Tampa police recently announced the expansion of the department’s community-oriented policing efforts.
Tampa felon who led police on chase through city sentenced to over 6 years
After being chased by Tampa police through the city, Shawn Lanier Lowman, Jr. was arrested a year ago and will now be facing six years and six months behind bars.
After being chased by Tampa police through the city, Shawn Lanier Lowman, Jr. was arrested a year ago and will now be facing six years and six months behind bars.
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor names city’s next top cop
Tampa Interim Police Chief Lee Bercaw has been chosen to lead the Tampa Police Department.
Tampa Interim Police Chief Lee Bercaw has been chosen to lead the Tampa Police Department.
Tampa police officer connects with community through department program
Tampa Police Officer Stefon Filer is participating in some non-traditional policing. He's helping teens learn how to iron, fill out resumes, and conduct job interviews at Hillsborough High School.
Tampa Police Officer Stefon Filer is participating in some non-traditional policing. He's helping teens learn how to iron, fill out resumes, and conduct job interviews at Hillsborough High School.
FBI’s Tampa bureau, TPD look to recruit more women with 30x30 initiative
Hundreds of law enforcement agencies are participating in a nationwide initiative, including several agencies in Tampa. More than 200 law enforcement agencies are participating in the years-long 30x30 Initiative.
Hundreds of law enforcement agencies are participating in a nationwide initiative, including several agencies in Tampa. More than 200 law enforcement agencies are participating in the years-long 30x30 Initiative.
2023 Tampa PD CARES funding to help crime prevention efforts
A Tampa police grant program will give funding to community programs that are geared towards crime prevention and community engagement.
A Tampa police grant program will give funding to community programs that are geared towards crime prevention and community engagement.
Tampa officer arrested for battery after 'bear' hugging woman and pushing her, police say
A Tampa officer was placed on administrative leave after he was arrested over the weekend, according to the police department.
A Tampa officer was placed on administrative leave after he was arrested over the weekend, according to the police department.
Tampa PD will patrol Gasparilla from the air
Tampa Police officers will be patrolling the skies above the Gasparilla Festival on Saturday.
Tampa Police officers will be patrolling the skies above the Gasparilla Festival on Saturday.
Tampa city council pushes changes to nomination process after TPD Chief Mary O'Connor's resignation
Tampa city councilors are pushing for changes to the way top city officials are confirmed for their positions. This comes after a contentious nomination and tenure of Tampa Police Chief Mary O'Connor, who recently resigned after flashing her badge during a traffic stop in Pinellas County.
Tampa city councilors are pushing for changes to the way top city officials are confirmed for their positions. This comes after a contentious nomination and tenure of Tampa Police Chief Mary O'Connor, who recently resigned after flashing her badge during a traffic stop in Pinellas County.
Tampa Police Department reports decrease in violent crime with guns in 2022
There’s been less violent crime with firearms this year when compared to 2021, according to the Tampa Police Department.
There’s been less violent crime with firearms this year when compared to 2021, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Tampa police officer fired after being caught on video dragging woman at Orient Road Jail, officials say
An officer with the Tampa Police Department was fired after he was seen on body camera and surveillance video dragging a woman during a jail booking, officials said.
An officer with the Tampa Police Department was fired after he was seen on body camera and surveillance video dragging a woman during a jail booking, officials said.
‘Badges and Books’ program bridges community gap with literacy
It’s been said that a book can take a child’s mind anywhere in the world and that’s one of the goals of a new partnership between the Tampa Police Department and an East Tampa Youth Center.
It’s been said that a book can take a child’s mind anywhere in the world and that’s one of the goals of a new partnership between the Tampa Police Department and an East Tampa Youth Center.
TPD officer accused of driving drunk placed on administrative leave
A Tampa police officer who was arrested for DUI following a vehicle crash early Friday morning has been relieved of his duties.
A Tampa police officer who was arrested for DUI following a vehicle crash early Friday morning has been relieved of his duties.