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Sheriff Chad Chronister is on scene alongside our deputies and Hillsborough County Fire Rescue following a serious injury crash near 36th Avenue and 78th Street.
One of the drivers fled the scene, and our K-9 Unit is actively tracking.
Please avoid the area as emergency crews continue to work the scene. ๐จ
Sheriff Chad Chronister is out in the community alongside our deputies, responding to a call for service after an Amazon delivery driver was threatened while delivering packages.
Our deputies are here to protect everyone in our community, including the people who are simply trying to do their jobs.๐ฌ
On November 11, 2026, just after 10 p.m., #teamHCSO deputies responded to the intersection of Cypress Village Boulevard and Montero Court in reference to a call for service that reported a male was chasing and attacking a female.
When deputies arrived, they identified the suspect as Alexander Valencia, 33. It was learned he dragged the victim to a pond, held her underwater, and threatened to kill her. Valencia and the victim were in a romantic relationship for several months. During the investigation, deputies also located a loaded firearm inside Valenciaโs vehicle.
Valencia is a convicted felon and was arrested on several felonies.
Sheriff Chad Chronister had a great time attending the 4th Annual Raise Your CUP event at Palma Ceia Country Club, celebrating the nonprofit Coffee Uniting People and its mission to create an inclusive workplace where individuals with and without disabilities work side by side.
At #teamHCSO, we believe strong communities are built when everyone has the opportunity to contribute, connect and succeed. โ๏ธ
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A man was arrested after driving nearly three times the posted speed limit.
On November 13, 2026, at 3:34 a.m., #teamHCSO conducted a traffic stop near U.S. 41 South and Anna Avenue after a vehicle was traveling 156 mph in a 55 mph zone.
The driver, Juan Camacho Pachon, 26, was arrested for a super speeder violation and is charged with Operate Vehicle in Excess of Speed Limit by 50 MPH or More.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide after a man was shot and killed Thursday evening in Riverview.
On November 12, 2026, at 6:24 p.m., our 911 Dispatch Center received multiple calls reporting a shooting at a business located in the 10000 block of South U.S. Highway 301.
When deputies arrived, they found a man suffering from upper body trauma behind the business.
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On November 10, 2026, just before 1:30 p.m., #teamHCSO deputies responded to a traffic crash at Gallagher Road and West Knights Griffin Road in Plant City, where a driver failed to yield at a stop sign and caused a crash involving another vehicle and multiple TECO utility poles.
While deputies were investigating, the driver, Brayan Mayen, 36, fled the scene on foot before getting into a vehicle driven by a family member and taking off. Mayen continued fleeing northbound on Gallagher Road before losing control and crashing into a ditch near Franklin Road. He then ran through a nearby yard, where deputies caught up with him following a brief foot pursuit.
Mayen was arrested and charged with two felonies and other charges, including DUI (2nd Conviction).
Get to know Corporal Robert Franklin!
With nearly 21 years of service, heโs had the opportunity to work in almost every division and unit at HCSO! When heโs off duty, you can find him tackling his next home renovation project. ๐ ๏ธ๐
Weโre proud to have him as part of #teamHCSO!
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Sheriff Chad Chronister, and his wife, Nikki DeBartolo and other members of command staff are joining Coffee Uniting People for its 4th Annual Raise Your CUP event, celebrating a mission that brings people of all abilities together through meaningful employment and opportunity.
Raise your cup to building a community where everyone has a seat at the table!โ๏ธ
On November 12, 2026, just after 2 a.m., #teamHCSO deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle with a broken taillight in Tampa. During the stop, the driver, Leonard Gallman, 61, and two passengers, Joshua Levy, 40, and Bridgette Gallmon, 56, were found in possession of illegal narcotics. While detained in the back of a patrol vehicle, Gallman attempted to conceal evidence from deputies. However, deputies discovered the two baggies he was attempting to hide, which contained cocaine and methamphetamine. Additional drug paraphernalia was also located inside the vehicle. All three individuals were arrested and face drug-related charges.
On November 12, 2026, just after 2 a.m., #teamHCSO deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle with a broken taillight in Tampa. During the stop, the driver, Leonard Gallman, 61, and two passengers, Joshua Levy, 40, and Bridgette Gallmon, 56, were found in possession of illegal narcotics. While detained in the back of a patrol vehicle, Gallman attempted to conceal evidence from deputies. However, deputies discovered the two baggies he was attempting to hide, which contained cocaine and methamphetamine. Additional drug paraphernalia was also located inside the vehicle. All three individuals were arrested and face drug-related charges.
A little unexpected neighborhood visitor! ๐ Deputy Maloney responded to a neighborhood on November 11, 2026, after residents spotted a four-foot alligator.
Using his throw rope, Deputy Maloney safely gained control of the gator and temporarily secured it in a bin until an authorized trapper arrived to remove it from the scene.
The Hillsborough County Sheriffโs Office has arrested two men, who are now facing multiple drug-related charges, after a substantial quantity of narcotics was found during a search warrant in Tampa.
"Illegal narcotics threaten the safety of our neighborhoods and the people who call them home,โ said Sheriff Chad Chronister. โWe will not tolerate those who profit from illegal drug distribution.โ
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A man is behind bars after an investigation by #teamHCSOโs Gang Unit uncovered a significant amount of illegal drugs and firearms.
On November 10, 2026, detectives arrested Gonzalez on three warrants. During a subsequent search of his Valrico home, detectives seized marijuana, nine firearms, and other narcotics. Gonzalez is charged with multiple felonies, including three counts of Delivery of Cannabis and two counts of Armed Possession of Controlled Substance With Intent to Sell or Deliver (Schedule I).
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has arrested a 16-year-old in connection with Wednesday evening's shooting at the Brandon Exchange, charging him with attempted first-degree murder.
The investigation began on November 11, 2026, at 5:16 p.m., after our 911 Dispatch Center received multiple calls reporting shots fired inside the mall.
"Our detectives moved quickly to identify the suspect, and he is now in custody and charged with attempted murder," said Sheriff Chad Chronister.
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The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating after reports of shots fired at the Brandon Exchange on Wednesday evening, prompting an immediate response from more than 100 deputies.
The 911 Dispatch Center received the first call at 5:16 p.m. Five additional calls came in between 5:17 p.m. and 5:18 p.m., reporting a possible shooter near the Verizon store.
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