Pinellas County detectives arrested Patrick Rainey Young on multiple felony counts tied to alleged sexual contact with a 15‑year‑old; the Crimes Against Children Unit says the probe is ongoing.

Hillsborough County detectives arrested 31‑year‑old Ariel Brito Ponce on April 1 after seizing more than 100 files tied to child sexual abuse material during a Tampa search. The probe is ongoing.

Two semis collided on U.S. 98 at SR 471 in Lakeland, killing one and spilling hazardous materials. The highway was closed and traffic rerouted while crews secured the scene.

A Lakeland couple pleaded guilty Wednesday to a string of armed robberies that targeted Tampa and Seffner businesses last summer.

Hillsborough deputies named 18‑year‑old Nicholas Collins Jr. as wanted on firearm-related charges and asked the public to call 813‑247‑8200 with tips.

Gunfire near the Polk County Courthouse in Bartow left one person injured and a suspect in custody; officials say there is no ongoing threat.

Decorative pieces were stolen from the MFA’s Magic Grasshopper installation in downtown St. Petersburg; police have classified the case as grand theft and are asking for tips.

A Homosassa woman was arrested after deputies say she set her husband’s home on fire during a family visit; investigators found lighter fluid, meth and marijuana nearby.

A federal report finds an in‑flight engine fire likely sparked the Feb. 1, 2024 Clearwater crash that killed three; the pilot’s trouble finding the airpark worsened the emergency.

A Winter Haven toddler was briefly left in a Lyft after the driver pulled away from a RaceTrac. Police and Lyft tracked the ride and reunited the child unharmed.

An infant was hospitalized Tuesday after being found inside a car in Winter Haven; responders began life‑saving care on scene and an investigation is underway.

Sheriff Grady Judd says deputies arrested Gary Lenard Wells in an alleged child abuse probe. The PCSO post links to a news release and investigators say the case is active.

Hernando County Fire Rescue says crews are fighting a commercial blaze in the 7200 block of Forest Oaks Blvd in Spring Hill and urged people to avoid the area.