Water taxi on Hillsborough River

News & Public Notices

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police Detectives are investigating multiple burglaries that occurred recently and are hoping someone may be able to help identify the suspects.In three recent burglaries, the suspects broke…

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police Officers recovered two guns, one of which was reported stolen, and arrested an 18-year-old for carrying a concealed firearm.On May 18, 2024, at approximately 10:30 pm, Tampa Police…

News Tampa Police

After conducting a traffic stop, Tampa Police Officers recovered drugs and two guns from the car, one of which was illegally converted to a fully automatic machine gun. The driver and passenger were…

News Tampa Police

At approximately, 1:00 a.m., on May 13, 2024, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) issued an Amber Alert for 9-year-old Briana Pagan.At the time of the alert, authorities believed that…

News Tampa Police

On May 12, 2024, right before 3:00 a.m., the Tampa Police Department began an investigation into a deadly shooting that occurred in the 500 block of S. Howard Ave.Based on the preliminary…

News Tampa Police

TAMPA, Fla.- The Tampa Police Department is actively working to identify the suspect seen in a video related to a stabbing incident that took place on March 4, 2024, on the 1500 block of East 8th…

News Convention Center, News General, News Mayor Office, News Parking, News Tampa Fire Rescue, News Tampa Police

Don't be alarmed if you hear explosions, simulated gunfire, and low-flying helicopters on Wednesday, May 8, near the Tampa Convention Center, as U.S. Special Operations Command hosts a thrilling…

News Mayor Office, News Parking, News Parks and Recreation, News Tampa Police

In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, Mayor Jane Castor and the City of Tampa will celebrate AAPI heritage and cultural diversity at the 2024 Tampa Asian Pacific Islander…

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police arrested 37-year-old Whitney Newsome in relation to a shooting on Friday that left two dead.“I am incredibly proud of the dedication and efficiency demonstrated by our detectives and…

News Tampa Police

Just after 1:30 pm on Thursday, May 2, 2024, Tampa Police responded to a call from New Springs Charter School, located at 2410 E Busch Blvd. School staff reported that several children reportedly…

News Tampa Police

To enhance communication with our Spanish-speaking residents, we are excited to announce the launch of "Noticias de Policia De Tampa." This weekly feature will be available on Policia De Tampa's…

News City Council, News Mayor Office, News Tampa Police

In a decision approved by the Tampa City Council, the City of Tampa has cemented its commitment to public safety by entering into an agreement for current Police Chief Lee Bercaw to continue leading…

News Tampa Police

NEVER FORGOTTEN The Tampa Police Department will honor the fallen during the 2024 Tampa Police Memorial Ceremony. Mayor Jane Castor and Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw, along with the Tampa Police…

News Tampa Police

Just before 7:00 pm on April 28, 2024, Tampa Police responded to a report of a deceased infant near McKay Hall at the University of Tampa. Upon arrival, officers located a newborn female wrapped in a…

News Tampa Police

Op-ed by Chief Lee Bercaw Receiving a call regarding multiple shooting victims is a situation no police chief wants to face, whether it occurs in the early hours of a Sunday morning on Halloween…

News Tampa Police

The Tampa Police Department arrested a suspect in connection with a series of laser strikes targeting commercial aircraft approaching Tampa International Airport (TPA). Since January 1st, 2024, TPD…

News Tampa Police

On April 22, 2024, at approximately 8:00 p.m., officers in an unmarked unit observed a 2020 Nissan Rogue traveling westbound on E Hanna Ave approaching N 43rd St driving recklessly at a high rate of…

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police Detectives are asking the community for assistance in identifying those responsible for the shooting death of 14-year-old Jevario Buie. On Wednesday, April 17th, just after 3:30 pm,…

News Tampa Police

On April 19, 2024, less than 24 hours after the incident occurred, Tampa Police arrested 38-year-old Nicholas Harrison Jr. (H/M), in connection with the death of the 27-year-old victim (B/M). At…

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police are investigating a crash at the intersection of E. Busch Blvd. and N. Nebraska Ave. that involved a Tampa Police vehicle and injured a 16-year-old pedestrian. On April 19, 2024, at…

News Tampa Police

Incident Date/Time: April 18, 2024 at 11:40 PM Location: Busch Blvd / N. 50th St.   On April 18, 2024, at approximately 11:40 p.m., the driver of a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, later /identified as…

News Tampa Police

In 2022, the City of Tampa was awarded a $1.5 million grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), a component of the Office of Justice Programs, to develop and implement a Community Violence…

News General, News Parking, News Special Events Coordination, News Tampa Police, News Transportation Advisories and Road Closures

Event Season Rolls On Heads up, Tampa! We have yet another jam-packed weekend ahead, filled with parades, performances, and the predictable volumes of traffic that come along with them. Drivers…

News Tampa Police

Tampa Police continue to investigate an incident at 11201 McKinley Dr. Just after 3:30 pm on Wednesday, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) staff received a call from a male who stated he…

News Tampa Police

“Bank jugging” is a term used when criminals target people who withdraw cash from banks or ATMs. These criminals watch for individuals leaving with bank envelopes or bags, then follow them to steal…