Tampa Man Acquitted of Second-Degree Murder in Dog Park Shooting; Jury Rejects Hate Crime Enhancement
Gerald Declan Radford was acquitted of second-degree murder in the fatal shooting of John "Walter" Lay at a Tampa dog park; his self-defense claim was upheld despite prosecutors suggesting a hate crime.
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.
Suspected Felon Engages in Gunfire with Tampa Police Near Azula North Apartments, No Injuries Reported
Tampa police released bodycam footage of an officer-involved shooting with Matthew Fowler, a suspect who opened fire during an unrelated investigation. No injuries occurred, and Fowler faces multiple charges.
Hernando County Sheriff's Office Announces Arrest in Stolen Vehicle Case Near Toucan Trail and Middlesex Drive
In Hernando County, deputies increased their presence for a stolen vehicle investigation, leading to an arrest, with updates and the arrest announced on the Sheriff's Office Facebook page.












