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Law enforcement stops more than 800 drivers along US 19 on Wednesday
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) troopers and area law enforcement agencies made more than 500 arrests and citations Wednesday to target dangerous driving on U.S. Highway 19. More than 800 people were stopped on U.S. 19 as part of FHP's "Multi-Agency Speed Enforcement Detail," which saw...
Community Alert: Shooting, Wesley Chapel
Pasco Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a shooting in the Thackery Way area of Wesley Chapel. Preliminary information indicates that three adult male roommates had an argument, which led to one of the men shooting another. The adult man who was shot is being transported for medical attention. This is an isolated incident between known parties. There is no public safety threat. The investigation is ongoing.
Career criminal arrested 74 times in Hillsborough now arrested in Clearwater for defrauding a hardware store
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a habitual offender after an Organized Retail Theft Unit investigation revealed a barcode manipulation scheme targeting Lowe’s stores across Hillsborough County and Clearwater. Mark Brents, 57, who has been in prison eleven times and has been booked into the Orient Road...
Tampa Police Release Surveillance Video, Seek Help to Identify Armed Robbery Suspect
The Tampa Police Department is seeking assistance from residents in identifying a suspect involved in an armed robbery that took place early on August 9. Surveillance video of the suspect has been released to the public in the hopes that someone can provide information leading to the suspect's identification and capture.
Heroin and fentanyl trafficking ring dismantled; Tampa man sentenced
FLORIDA — A Tampa man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for his role in a drug trafficking operation that distributed heroin and fentanyl throughout the area, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida. Jose Miriel Morales Sanchez, 32, reportedly...
Pasco Deputies Seek Help Identifying Theft And Fraud Duo In Land O’ Lakes & San Antonio
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – The Pasco Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance from the public in identifying two suspects involved in a theft and subsequent fraudulent credit card use in Land O’ Lakes and San Antonio. On July 20th, between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m., the suspects stole...
Woman dies of crash injuries
NEW PORT RICHEY — A 73-year-old local woman died of injuries after the vehicle she was riding in was in an accident. At about 9:19 p.m. on Aug. 16, a Buick Reatta driven by a 75-year-old man, also of New Port Richey, was traveling south on Little Road. The...
Drugs, money, murder: 12 indicted on federal charges in Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. — Twelve people are facing federal charges in Tampa, accused of being involved in a massive, violent drug dealing operation across central Florida. U.S. Attorney Rodger Handberg was joined by investigators and agents from Kissimmee Police Department, Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, ATF, DEA, IRS, DHS and the U.S. Postal Service to announce four indictments including 29 counts against the group ranging from murder, conspiracy to commit drug trafficking, wire fraud, bank fraud, money laundering and more.
Port Richey Brothers Plead Guilty to Trafficking Over 100 Kilograms of Fentanyl and Other Drugs
In a case that sheds light on the scale of the drug distribution networks operating within the state, two brothers from Port Richey have admitted to their roles in a massive narcotics operation. Marcus Fowler, 33, and Pierre Fowler, 35, entered guilty pleas for conspiring to distribute significant quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine, as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Pasco County Man Pleads Guilty To Violent Kidnapping Of Rival Drug Dealer
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Mario Espino, a 25-year-old from Holiday, Florida, has pleaded guilty to kidnapping, drug possession with intent to distribute, and firearm charges. He faces a minimum of 15 years and a maximum of life in federal prison. His sentencing is scheduled for October 31st. Espino’s crimes...
Tampa Police Investigate Vehicle-Bicycle Crash On Eastbound Hillsborough Ave
TAMPA, Fla. – Tampa Police are currently investigating a serious crash involving a vehicle and a bicyclist at the intersection of East Hillsborough Avenue and North 34th Street. The crash happened around midnight Friday. All eastbound lanes on Hillsborough Avenue at 34th Street were closed, but have since reopened.
Prescribed Fire Scheduled at Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
PORT RICHEY, FL – Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park will be conducting a prescribed fire Saturday, August 24th, beginning at 10:00 AM. The fire will be in the area of the park entrance and behind Walmart (8701 US Highway 19). Firefighters from the Port Richey Fire Department and Florida...
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