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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…

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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,…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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,…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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The Tampa Police Department will hold its annual Memorial Ceremony on May 11. WHAT:                Blue lights will illuminate…

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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.…

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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,…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…