The suspect wanted in connection to a deadly shooting on December 17, 2024, at a residence in the 1700 block of West Saint Joseph Street was arrested in Hillsborough County last night.
Derrick Dempsey (DOB: 11/29/89) is now charged with First…
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TAMPA, FL. (December 17, 2024) - - The Tampa Police Department is actively investigating a fatal shooting that took place early Tuesday morning at a residence in the 1700 block of W. St. Joseph St. Investigators do not believe this is a random act.…
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On December 11, 2024, just after 11:00 p.m., officers responded to the Crosstown Expressway near the intersection of W Gandy Blvd and Bridge St.Upon arrival, officers located an adult male in the middle of the road, who was pronounced deceased on…
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TAMPA, FL. (December 09, 2024)- On Sunday, December 08, 2024, Jahmir Moore (DOB: 03-12-2009) was arrested in Tampa after escaping from a juvenile detention center.Moore is now charged with one felony count of Escape From a Juvenile Detention…
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TAMPA, FL. (December 08, 2024) - The Tampa Police Department has taken escaped inmate 15-year-old Jahmir Moore back in custody.Moore was arrested without incident shortly after 9:15 this evening on the 100-block of West Keyes Avenue by Tampa Police…
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TAMPA, FL (December 08, 2024) - The Tampa Police Department is assisting in the search for missing inmate 15-year-old Jahmir Moore.
Moore was arrested on December 4th, 2024, in connection to the death of 14-year-old Jevario Buie. He was being…
Moore was arrested on December 4th, 2024, in connection to the death of 14-year-old Jevario Buie. He was being…
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Tampa Police have arrested 15-year-old Jahmir Moore in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Jevario Buie.On April 17, 2024, just after 3:30 pm, officers responded to reports of gunfire near the 1400 block of W. Busch Blvd. Upon arrival, they…
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Tampa Police have arrested 22-year-old Joshua Thomas in connection with the shooting that occurred December 3, 2024, on the 4200 block of Patsy Court.
At around 9:10 a.m. officers responded to the Silver Oaks Apartments in reference to…
At around 9:10 a.m. officers responded to the Silver Oaks Apartments in reference to…
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Tampa Police have charged 70-year-old Robert Beaty with four felonies after it was determined that he intentionally crashed into the USAA building yesterday, December 3, 2024.At around 2:12 p.m., Tampa Police responded to USAA located at 17200…
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Tampa Police are working to identify a woman who fired a round in the air during a parking lot disturbance Saturday night.On November 30, 2024, shortly before 10:00 pm, officers responded to a fight in the parking lot of the AMC at 18002 Highwoods…
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TAMPA, FL. (December 01, 2024)- Tampa Police are investigating a home invasion that resulted in a shooting.
On December 01, 2024, at 3:36pm officers responded to the 1100 Block of 109th Avenue for a reported shooting inside the residence.…
On December 01, 2024, at 3:36pm officers responded to the 1100 Block of 109th Avenue for a reported shooting inside the residence.…
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TAMPA, FL. (December 01, 2024) - Tampa Police are working to identify those involved in a parking lot disturbance Saturday night.On November 30, 2024, shortly before 10:00pm, officers responded to a fight in the parking lot of the AMC at 18002…
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TAMPA, FL.- On November 29, 2024, shortly before 4:00am, officers responded to a residence on the 8700 block of Mandarine Place following a reported physical altercation.When officers arrived, they located an adult black male with stab wounds. He…
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TAMPA, FL. (November 27, 2024) -- Tampa Police have arrested 16-year-old Andre Zakanya James in connection with the shooting of another teen that occurred yesterday, November 26, 2024.At around 1:00 p.m., Tampa Police responded to the 2100 block of…
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TAMPA, FL. (November 22, 2024) - - Tampa Police arrested 30-year-old Derrick Smith (black male, 1/3/1994) on murder charges in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on Thursday afternoon in the 1000 block of Century Park Dr.Tampa Police…
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TAMPA, FL. (November 21, 2024)- Tampa Police are investigating a homicide after a shooting Thursday afternoon.On November 21, 2024, shortly before 3:45pm, officers responded to 1000 Century Park Drive for a reported shooting. When officers arrived…
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TAMPA, FL. (November 20, 2024) - - The Tampa Police Department is addressing a recent death investigation that has generated significant online speculation and phone calls to police agencies in Florida and Texas.
As a general practice, the…
As a general practice, the…
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TAMPA, FL (November 20, 2024)-- On November 19, 2024, at approximately 2:55 a.m., Tampa Police responded to the report of a fatal hit and run. Officers arrived to find an adult black male in his early 40s who had been struck by a vehicle near N.…
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TAMPA, FL (November 19, 2024) - - The Tampa Police Department is currently investigating two separate and unrelated deaths involving individuals recovered from the waters off the Courtney Campbell Causeway. Detectives are working to positively…
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TAMPA, FL. (November 7, 2024) - - The Tampa Police Department arrested 17-year-old Darrice Marvin Saddler (black male, 3/12/2007), for Possession of a Firearm on School Property and Felon in Possession of a Firearm. Thankfully, there were no…
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In gratitude to the many employees of the Tampa Police Department and citizens who have exhibited acts of heroism, bravery, or kindness over the past several months, Tampa PD will host its first quarterly awards ceremony on Thursday, January 19,…
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TAMPA, FL. (November 6, 2024) - - On November 1, 2024, at approximately 3:42 am, Tampa Police officers responded to the 1700 block of E. Hillsborough Ave for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived to find a Hispanic male in his early 60s, with a…
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TAMPA, FL (November 5, 2024) – On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, the Tampa Police Department terminated the employment of an officer for violations of the department’s Policies and Procedures, and Manual of Regulations, regarding Response to Resistance.…
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TAMPA, FL. (November 1, 2024) - - The Tampa Police Department is currently working to locate 53-year-old Stephen Johnson (white male, 1/8/1971), who was last seen early this morning in the 300 block of Channelside Walk Way. His family is concerned…
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TAMPA, FL. (November 1, 2024) -- The driver involved in a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred on October 22, 2024, at around 2:46 a.m., on the 400 block of S Howard Ave has been arrested.
The driver, 27-year-old Pjeter Nesti Paci (…
The driver, 27-year-old Pjeter Nesti Paci (…
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TAMPA, FL. (October 31, 2024) - -Tampa Police are currently looking for 24-year-old Juliet Spalding-Billingslea. Juliet was last seen on October 30 and has not returned to her home in the 100 block of S. Moody Ave. Her family has reported her as…
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On National First Responders Day, October 28, Mayor Jane Castor will join City Council Chairman Guido Maniscalco, Police Chief Lee Bercaw, and Fire Chief Barbara Tripp to highlight how the Community Investment Tax (CIT) has contributed to public…
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Tampa, FL. (October 28, 2024) - - At 6:57 am Monday morning, Tampa Police responded to a serious traffic crash involving a pedestrian near the intersection of W. Hillsborough Ave. and N. Lois Ave.
Officers arrived to find an Hispanic male in…
Officers arrived to find an Hispanic male in…
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Tampa, FL (October 25, 2024) - - The Tampa Police Department, in partnership with the Ybor City Historic District business community, will host "Ybor Night Out: A Time of Remembrance and Resilience" on Tuesday, October 29th, 2024,…
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TAMPA, FL. (October 23, 2024) -- The Tampa Police Department Memorial Committee is pleased to announce that the 30th Annual Tampa Police Memorial 5K/1-Mile Run-Walk has been rescheduled to Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 8:00…
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TAMPA, FL. (October 22, 2024) -- The Tampa Police Department will host a specialized water training session for law enforcement canine (K9) units from across the Tampa Bay area on Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024, at 10:00 am. This unique opportunity…
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On October 22, 2024, at around 2:46 a.m., Tampa Police responded to the 400 block of S Howard Ave for the report of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle.
Investigators determined that the driver of a 2013 Chevrolet HD2500 truck, a 27-year-old white…
Investigators determined that the driver of a 2013 Chevrolet HD2500 truck, a 27-year-old white…
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TAMPA, FL. (October 21, 2024) -- The Tampa Police Department is investigating a gun-related incident that occurred at Sligh Middle Magnet School (2011 E. Sligh Ave.) on October 21, 2024. Thankfully, no active threats were made to the school or any…
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TAMPA, FL. (October 18, 2024) -- The US Marshals Task Force, working in partnership with The Tampa Police Department, arrested 19-year-old Brianna Moore, (white female, 03/28/2005), in connection with the death of an infant found at the University…
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TAMPA, FL. (October 17, 2024) -- Late Wednesday night, Tampa Police responded to the Trails at Hunters Village Apartments, located at 8500 Hunters Village Rd., for the report of a stabbing. Officers arrived to find an adult female with multiple…
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TAMPA, FL. (October 17, 2024) -- The Tampa Police Department arrested four people in connection with a burglary that occurred at Hibbett Sports on October 10, 2024, following Hurricane Milton.
"This case demonstrates the dedication and hard…
"This case demonstrates the dedication and hard…
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This afternoon, the Tampa Police Department held its final Hurricane Deployment Roll Call in recognition of the extraordinary service of its officers and professional staff members during and after the storms, and officially returning the department…
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TAMPA, FL. (October 15, 2024) -- This afternoon, the Tampa Police Department will host a hurricane response appreciation event at 5:00 pm, at Raymond James Stadium. This event will recognize the tireless efforts of every Tampa Police officer and…
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TAMPA, FL. (October 14, 2024) -- On Monday, October 14, 2024, just before 1:30 pm, Tampa Police responded to a report of a body observed in the Hillsborough River near Rowlett Park. Members of the Tampa Police Marine Unit recovered the deceased…
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The Tampa Police Department is investigating a fatal traffic accident that occurred on October 10, 2024.At approximately 10:15 p.m., officers responded to a traffic crash at the intersection of Florida Ave. and Palm Ave. Due to widespread power…
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TAMPA, FL. (October 10, 2024)- Tampa Police are investigating the death of an elderly woman, which is believed to be related to restoration efforts post Hurricane Milton.Just after 11:00 a.m., officers responded to the 2800 block of N. Nebraska Ave…
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UPDATE: All roads are opened, but there are still many intersection lights out. Residents are advised to treat these areas as four way stops.
For those who have evacuate to areas outside of city limits that have not yet been…
For those who have evacuate to areas outside of city limits that have not yet been…
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As the City of Tampa begins conducting its damage assessments in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, city officials are urging residents to remain indoors until it is deemed safe to go outside later in the day.While it may be tempting to assess…
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TAMPA, FL. (October 10, 2024) -- During the impact of Hurricane Milton, a 911 call was received after a tree crashed into a single-story home in the 1700 block of E. Wood St. The home was occupied by 15 people, including multiple children.…
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Preliminary damage assessments are underway in Tampa following the passage of Hurricane Milton.Heavy rainfall and hurricane-force winds may have subsided, but the dangers remain, with downed trees and power lines reported across the city and flash…
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The City of Tampa is finalizing its preparation efforts as Hurricane Milton arrives to the Southwest Florida coastline.Sandbag sites have closed, after distributing approximately 115,000 sandbags over the course of four days. Parks and Recreation…
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TAMPA, FL. (October 8, 2024) -- In light of the impending effects of Hurricane Milton, the Tampa Police Department Memorial Committee has made the decision to postpone the 30th Annual Tampa Police Memorial 5K/1-Mile Run-Walk, which was scheduled for…
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The City of Tampa is working around the clock to prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Milton, including continuous debris collection in the wake of Hurricane Helene.City officials are urging residents to take steps to secure their debris before the…
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TAMPA, FL. (October 7, 2024) -- On October 1, 2024, Tampa Police arrested 26-year-old Tyree Newsome (black male, 2/12/1998) in connection with the homicide of a 19-year-old male that occurred on September 23, 2024.
The incident took place in…
The incident took place in…
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As Tropical Storm Milton approaches from the Gulf, the City of Tampa is offering free garage parking to all residents in low-lying, flood-prone areas, particularly electric vehicle (EV) owners.Beginning Sunday, October 6, through 5 PM Thursday,…
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