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Four Indicted For Distribution of Fentanyl That Killed USF Student
The US Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida issued a press release regarding indictments of four individuals suspected of distributing fentanyl that led to the death of a student at the University of South Florida. The release is posted below. United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces the unsealing of an indictment charging Miguel Cintron…
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Tampa Meth Dealer Sentenced To More Than 10 Years In Prison
On Thursday, May 16, 2024, Cameron Mosley of Tampa, was sentenced to 10 years and 7 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge William F. Jung. Mosley pled guilty for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. back on February 2, 2024. According to court documents from the US Attorney for the Middle District of…
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Fentanyl and Meth Trafficking Suspects Arrested in Tampa
Yesterday, the US Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida announced the results of a 5-month, concentrated law enforcement effort to apprehend Tampa’s most violent drug traffickers. Roger Handberg, United States Attorney (USA) for the Middle District of Florida (MDFL) and Deanne Reuter, the DEA Miami Field Division Special Agent in Charge (SAC), joined…
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Florida Crime News Update: April 2, 2024
Gun Trafficker Who Tried To Send Firearms To Drug Cartel Members In Mexico Sentenced To Over Thirteen Years In Prison Tampa, FL – U.S. District Judge William F. Jung has sentenced Yuendry Rodriguez Hilario (29, Cleveland, OH) to 13 years and 4 months in federal prison for conspiring to traffic firearms, possessing firearms in furtherance…
Spring Hill, FL Man Sentenced To More Than Eight Years In Federal Prison For Conspiring To Sell Fentanyl
Below is an official statement from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida regarding the sentencing of a man who pled guilty to conspiring to sell fentanyl. Tampa, FL – U.S. District Judge Mary S. Scriven has sentenced Luis Irizarry-Santiago, a/k/a “Bullet” (33, Spring Hill), to eight years and four months in…
Jury Convicts Tampa Woman Of Defrauding Government Of Federal Benefits
Below is a statement from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida. Tampa, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that a federal jury has found Shirin Marshall (55, Tampa) guilty of four counts of mail fraud. Marshall faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in federal prison on each…
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St. Petersburg Man Arrested, Charged for Murder of His Girlfriend
St. Petersburgh Police Department published a statement regarding the arrest of Jacob Ray Wallace and his charge of 2nd-degree homicide. According to police, Wallace was arguing with his girlfriend Tiffany Jade Dickinson, shortly before 11 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 21, when Wallace shot Dickinson at their home on Freeport Avenue North. According to SPD, Dickinson,…
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Sarasota Methamphetamine Trafficker Pleads Guilty
From the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida: Tampa, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that Alfred Clayton Rosier, Jr. (29, Sarasota) has pleaded guilty to possession with the intent to distribute 500 grams or more of a mixture and substance containing a detectable amount of methamphetamine and possession…
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FDLE arrests 2 Pasco County men for possession of child sexual abuse material
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) arrested Michael Robert Ambrosio, 49, of New Port Richey, and Robert Allen Cale, 35, of Port Richey, on charges of possession of child sexual abuse material and promoting the sexual performance of a child. The investigations began when FDLE Tampa Bay and Brooksville Field Office agents identified hundreds of…
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Tampa Police Searching for Driver Who Hit, Killed Bicyclist
Tampa Police are searching for a person who was behind the wheel and caused a deadly hit-and-run crash Tuesday night According to a statement from Tampa Police Department, on 10/24/2023 at 8:16 PM, officers responded to the 1900 block of E. 21st Ave and located a 57-year-old male bicyclist in the roadway unresponsive after being…
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Overview of Tampa Crime
Located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, the Tampa metro area has emerged as one of the most popular cities for Americans relocating during recent years. Home to multiple pro sports teams, along with several universities including the University of South Florida, Tampa is enjoying rapid growth and a revived downtown area, known for beautiful waterfront areas. Like many metropolitan areas, Tampa has its share of crime-related challenges, and understanding the crime landscape is essential to addressing these issues effectively.
Tampa, with a population of approximately 400,000 residents, experiences a diverse range of criminal activity typical of urban centers. The Tampa Police Department, Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, and other local law enforcement agencies compile and analyze crime statistics regularly, providing valuable insights into the types and frequencies of crimes occurring in the area.
Crime Trends:
Tampa faces various types of crime, including property crimes like burglary and theft, violent crimes such as assault and homicide, and drug-related offenses. These crime types often intersect and contribute to the overall crime landscape in the city. Violent crimes committed with a firearm dropped 5% in 2022, and nonfatal shootings dropped 17% compared to 2021, according to police chief, Lee Bercaw. According to the Tampa Police Department, the city saw 171 nonfatal shootings in 2022, down from 205 the previous year.
To gain a better understanding of crime in Tampa, it is essential to examine trends over time. Crime rates can fluctuate, but proactive law enforcement strategies, community engagement, and targeted interventions have made a positive impact. Programs like community policing, neighborhood watch groups, and diversion programs for at-risk individuals have contributed to reducing crime rates in certain areas.
While Tampa has made progress in addressing crime, challenges persist. Tackling the root causes of crime, such as poverty and substance abuse, remains an ongoing effort. The city must also remain vigilant against emerging threats, adapt to changing criminal trends, and address issues like human trafficking and cybercrime.
