A St. Petersburg family's dog prevented the attempted kidnapping of their 3-year-old by barking at the assailant, enabling a nearby person to intervene. The suspect was arrested and faces charges.

Jervin Romero allegedly shot his ex's new boyfriend in Haines City; he also accidentally shot off his own finger. Romero faces charges of attempted murder and armed burglary.

Emily Nikole Shirey, a missing endangered adult from Hernando County, has been found safe by law enforcement, with thanks extended to the community for their helpful tips.

Megan Lynn Mileskiewicz was arrested in Spring Hill for stabbing her boyfriend's dog and resisting arrest. The dog survived with non-life-threatening injuries.

An FDLE investigation is underway after a Tampa reserve officer shot a man during a traffic duty altercation. The man is hospitalized in critical condition. Both reserve officers are on leave.

Hillsborough deputy Mark Verkest was arrested for a domestic violence incident at a Mulberry home. Sheriff Chronister commented on the high standards expected of deputies. Verkest is now on unpaid leave.

An investigation is underway for an officer-involved shooting near Sparkman Wharf in downtown Tampa; no officers were injured, and there's no ongoing threat.

An off-duty ATF agent was shot at The Alley at Southshore, a Riverview bowling alley, and is hospitalized; a suspect is in custody with further details pending from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

In Haines City, a shooting left one woman dead and another injured; the vehicle they were in was targeted. Police are seeking information.

A man died in Pasco County when another driver ran a red light and struck his vehicle. The accident occurred at around 7:45 p.m. at County Line Road and U.S. 41.

Rasha Kadron Honors was arrested in St. Petersburg after leading a high-speed chase at speeds over 100 mph and facing charges including DUI and fleeing law enforcement.

A bystander saved three people from a house fire in Spring Hill by using a garden hose to contain the blaze before firefighters arrived. The fire is believed to be electrical in origin.

A homeowner in Bradenton fired at two intruders, killing one. The incident was captured on video surveillance, and the second suspect was apprehended by police with no threat to the community.