Deputy Opens Fire on Suspect After Traffic Stop Turns Into Foot Chase in Brooksville
A Hernando County Sheriff's deputy shot a man in Brooksville after a traffic stop, foot chase, and physical altercation, where the man reportedly reached for the deputy's gun. The suspect is hospitalized; FDLE is investigating.
Tampa High School Lockdown Over Cellphone Case Mistaken for Gun Raises Questions on Police Response
Freedom High School in Tampa was locked down due to a report of a student with a gun, which turned out to be a cellphone case resembling a handgun. No threats were made, and the incident led to a discussion on police response and school safety.
Judge Declares Missing Woman Dead; Evidence Points to Brother's Grisly Role in Dismemberment Nightmare
A judge declared Catherine Stirm dead almost a year after her disappearance, with evidence suggesting her brother, Scott Stirm, killed and dismembered her. Despite his suicide and inconclusive DNA tests, the investigation continues.
Lockdown at Freedom High School in Tampa Lifted, Triggered by Cell Phone Case Mistaken for Gun
A false alarm at Freedom High School in Tampa prompted a lockdown after a student's phone case resembling a gun was mistaken for a real weapon. No threat was found, and the lockdown was lifted with a focus on school safety discussion.












