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On 09/10/2021 units responded to a report of shots heard in the area of the 2900 block of N. 17th St. Upon arrival they found the victim, an adult male, suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital…
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On 08/30/2021, officers responded to a disturbance near the 2900 block of W Abdella St. Upon arriving to the scene, officers located a 28-year-old male inside of his vehicle suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a…
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On Thursday, July 15th, City Council approved a contractual agreement between (ACTS) Agency For Community Treatment Services and the Tampa Police Department to move forward with a Behavioral Health Unit. The unit will include 4 officers and 4 mental…
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On July 5th 2021, the victim was walking to his vehicle in the area of 17th St / 3rd Ave when the suspect, later identified as Marquis Walter, shot the victim multiple times. Detectives worked diligently to develop leads and learned the victim…
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The Tampa Police Department have arrested three people in connection with Tuesday's Cuban demonstration.
Here is the timeline of events:
At 4:00 p.m., a large group gathered at Al Lopez Park where the crowd at first remained on the sidewalk.…
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On 7/7/2021 at 6:45 am, the victim was driving Westbound on W. Hillsborough Avenue and entered the left turn lane approaching N. Howard Avenue. The victim then turned in front of a Lexus SUV approaching in the Eastbound lanes on W. Hillsborough Ave…
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On July 7th, 2021 at approximately 11:00 am, an adult male victim was sitting inside of the driver seat of a parked vehicle with an adult passenger seated next to him. The suspect approached the victim's vehicle on foot and shot the victim several…
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On 7/6/21 at approximately 9:37 PM, the driver of a blue Chevrolet Silverado was traveling northbound on 40th St approaching E Fern when he struck the raised median, causing the truck to flip and cross onto the southbound lanes. As a result, the…
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On 7/5/21 at approximately 3:05 AM, the driver of a 2007 Honda Motorcycle was traveling south on S. 20th St. at Hemlock St. Witnesses stated he veered off the road for unknown reasons and hit the curb. There were no other vehicles involved. The…
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On 7/4/21 at approximately 11:52 PM, the victim was on the top floor of the Poe Parking Garage, sitting in a vehicle with the door open. The victim's body was siting partially outside of the vehicle when the victim was struck in the wrist with what…
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On 7/4/21 at approximately 10:15 PM, officers were dispatched to the 3700 block of Temple St. in reference to a fight, where one subject was reportedly armed with a gun. Upon arrival, an officer observed the armed suspect and a foot pursuit ensued.…
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On 7/5/21 at approximately 12:43 AM, officers responded to the 3600 block of 29th Ave in reference to shots heard in the area. Upon officers arriving, they found an adult male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Officers…
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On January 10, 2021, Officers responded to the 3000 block of N. Morgan St. reference an adult black male that was discovered deceased by apparent gunshot wounds. Detectives worked diligently to develop leads and reviewed video surveillance that…
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What began as a dispute over owed money on June 6, 2021 at 2:45 am, ended when the suspect shot the victim with a pellet gun. When the officers arrived on scene, the adult male victim was found deceased as a result of his sustained injuries.…
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Sunday afternoon, Tampa Police were dispatched to the report of a light-colored sedan that had crashed and was overturned in the waters of the Hillsborough River near the intersection of W. Columbus Drive & N. Riverside Drive. Officers arrived…
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After developing leads and following up on tips submitted to Crimestoppers of Tampa Bay, Tampa Police Detectives were able to identify and arrest 39-year-old Hector Kirkland (pictured) on June 9, charging him with the armed robbery of the Mobil…
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Late Tuesday night, Tampa Police responded to what was originally reported as a vehicle crashing into the guardrail in the southbound lanes of Interstate 275. Officers arrived to find a 2015 blue Dodge with multiple bullet holes resting against the…
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Tampa Police Detectives are working to identify two suspects involved in an armed robbery of the Mobil station at 10002 N. Florida Ave late Sunday night.
Video can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/L_wqh4RH148
The suspects are described as…
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Tampa Police Officers responded to the report of "shots heard" in the 1500 block of W. Main St. at 2:45 PM Friday afternoon. Officers arrived to find an adult male victim of a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital.…
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At 3:00 PM Friday afternoon, Tampa Police responded to the report of gunshots in the 3400 block of E. Genesee St. Officers arrived to find an adult male victim, who was transported to a nearby hospital, listed in stable condition.…
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Tampa Police are investigating a fatal hit & run that occurred late Monday night. An adult white male in his 50’s reportedly stopped and exited his vehicle in the roadway of southbound N. 40th St. before walking into the intersection of E.…
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After receiving multiple tips from the community, Detectives were able to develop additional leads and identify 20-year-old black male Kareem Malik Hernandez, Jr. as the person who shot a victim in the hand over the weekend. The…
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A joint investigation that began as a missing person report in Bay County, Florida led to the arrest of Cory Hutchinson for multiple charges including lewd and lascivious molestation and sexual battery of an 11-year-old girl.
On 03/20/21, the 11-…
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Tampa Police detectives began conducting an investigation following a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) regarding multiple files of child pornography, including some depicting the sexual battery of a child…
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Tampa Police were dispatched to the report of a traffic crash at 4:15 AM Thursday when the driver of a blue Honda crashed into a silver Infiniti that had run out of gas – striking the car and two of the occupants who were outside the vehicle at the…
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Tampa Police are in the 2700 block of E. 12th Avenue negotiating with an adult male who is believed to be armed and has barricaded himself inside his residence.
Officers originally responded at 2:43 AM for the report of a disturbance…
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WHAT: 2021 Tampa Police Memorial Ceremony
WHEN: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 @ 7:30 PM
WHERE: Tampa Police Headquarters, 411 North Franklin Street, Tampa
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy declared May 15 as Peace Officer’s…
WHEN: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 @ 7:30 PM
WHERE: Tampa Police Headquarters, 411 North Franklin Street, Tampa
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy declared May 15 as Peace Officer’s…
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DATE/TIME: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 @ 2:43 AM
LOCATION: 2700 block E. 12th Avenue
SUBJECT: Dandre Lee (black male) 1/19/1980
UPDATE: After hours of negotiations, Tampa Police have taken Dandre Lee into custody without incident. Lee had barricaded…
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The Tampa Police Department will hold its annual Memorial Ceremony on May 11.
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Blue lights will illuminate Old City Hall, Curtis Hixon Park…
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On February 8, 2021, Tampa Police detectives began conducting an undercover internet investigation to locate computers in the Tampa area that were offering to distribute files of child pornography. One such computer, determined to be at 510 E…
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Moments after Tampa Police officers spotted a stolen 2013 gray Hyundai Genesis this afternoon, the driver fled at a high rate of speed. Officers did not engage in a pursuit; however, the Genesis, traveling southbound on N. 28th St, ran through a…
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Tampa Police responded to the 3300 block of W. Price Avenue at 12:40 this morning and negotiated for hours with an adult male barricaded himself, alone, inside the residence. Officers originally responded to the report of a disturbance…
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Tampa Police are in the 3300 block of W. Price Avenue negotiating with an adult male who has barricaded himself, alone, inside the residence.
Officers originally responded at 12:40 AM to the report of a disturbance regarding the 31-year-old…
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In the early hours of April 29, 2021 officers responded to gunshots heard near the 2700 block of E. Columbus Drive. Officers located an adult Hispanic male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound and immediately provided first aid. Tampa…
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In 1974, Officers Frank Gray, Rufus Lewis, James Dukes, and Clarence Nathan - who collectively came to be known as the "Fearless Four" - played a pivotal role in the advancement of many deserving black officers when they filed a complaint with the…
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On Saturday, April 3, 2021 at 11:00 AM, Mayor Jane Castor and Chief Brian Dugan will honor the “Fearless Four” Tampa Police officers who, in 1974, filed a discrimination complaint with the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission…
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To be effective in performing our duties, we need the trust and confidence of the residents we serve. Your evaluation of your police department is critically important to ensure our agency performance meets the expectations of the community we serve…
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A funeral service for retired Tampa Police Captain Michael Flynn will take place on Friday, March 19, 2021, at 10:00 AM, at Bay Hope Christian Church located 17030 Lakeshore Road, Lutz, Florida 33558. The service is open to the public. The funeral…
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At 10:05 PM, Tampa Police officers driving on N. 22nd St encountered an adult male in the roadway carrying a long gun.
Early investigation reveals officers gave commands for the subject to drop the gun.
One officer fired at the male…
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Tampa Police detectives are asking for help identifying the man in the linked video. He is not a suspect in the case but may be able to provide information related to a shooting that took place in the 900 block of S. 22nd St on February 24. If you…
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It is with deepest sorrow the Tampa Police Department confirms the passing of retired Captain Mike Flynn on Friday evening.
Mike began his career with the Tampa Police Department in 1994. In January of 2020, he retired on the same day as his wife…
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On Thursday morning, March 11, Chief Brian Dugan and Mayor Jane Castor revealed preliminary details of the investigation into the fatal crash that claimed the life of Master Police Officer Jesse Madsen.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March…
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Master Patrol Officer
Jesse Madsen Blue lights will light up the sky across Tampa in honor of Master Patrol Officer (MPO) Jesse Madsen. The 16.5-year Tampa Police Department veteran was killed after a wrong-way driver…
Jesse Madsen Blue lights will light up the sky across Tampa in honor of Master Patrol Officer (MPO) Jesse Madsen. The 16.5-year Tampa Police Department veteran was killed after a wrong-way driver…
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Many members of our community and beyond have contacted the Tampa Police Department offering to donate to Officer Madsen’s family. The Tampa Police foundation (Rise Tampa) has set up ways to officially donate to Officer Madsen’s family. 100% of…
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TAMPA POLICE MOURN THE LOSS OF MASTER PATROL OFFICER JESSE MADSEN
VIDEO LINK (Police Escort of MPO Jesse Madsen)
Master Patrol Officer Jesse Madsen was killed early Tuesday morning when his police vehicle was struck by a wrong way driver on…
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Master Patrol Officer Jesse Madsen was killed early Tuesday morning when his police vehicle was struck by a wrong way driver on Interstate 275.
Just before 1:00 AM on Tuesday morning, Tampa Police began receiving calls about a white vehicle driving…
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Calvin Engram (pictured), 49 years old, was walking from his residence to a nearby gas station to get coffee, a daily activity before being picked up for work in the morning. Shortly before 5:00 AM on November 4, 2020, gunshots were heard on N.…
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The Tampa Police Department serves a community that is diverse and full of culture. With almost 30 percent of the population being Hispanic, Tampa Police looked for ways to communicate more effectively with its Spanish-speaking residents.
On…
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Tampa Police have arrested 27-year-old Joilica Sutherland (03/20/1993)and charged her with Manslaughter in the shooting death of a 28-year-old black male on Tuesday morning.
Tampa Police responded to the Palm Ave Apartments on Tuesday morning after…
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Tampa Police responded to the report of ‘shots heard’ in the 20100 block of Weeping Laurel Place early Tuesday afternoon. It is reported that the suspect, later identified as 30-year-old Jeremy Green (8/17/1990), and the 25-year-old victim are…
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