Highway Patrol Crackdown Nets 548 DUI Arrests

Troopers issued 39,000 traffic citations between Dec. 12 and Jan. 2.

Lutz Man, Teen Arrested for Assault at Wilderness Lake Nature Center

The two ordered six teens to the ground at gunpoint and planned to rob them, but several ran off, according to the Pasco Sheriff's Office.

Lutz Man Broke into Home, Dragged Woman By Hair, Punched Her

He was charged with burglary with assault/battery.

Bird's Eye View Helps Nab Men Suspected of Breaking into Lutz Home

Two men accused of kicking in the door of a Lutz home were tracked by the Hillsborough County Aviation unit Monday morning.

Deputies in Schools: What Lutz is Saying

Hillsborough’s decision to keep deputies stationed at elementary schools has received a warm reception so far. What’s your take?

Walmart Shooter Identified by Mother Tells Deputies He 'Just Snapped'

Daniel P. Quinnell was arrested Friday morning for what the sheriff's office is calling a hate crime.

OMG PD: Hate Crime, Falling Bullet, Big Cocaine Bust

We compile the odd, unusual and ‘oh my gosh’ police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Lutz Walmart Shooting Suspect Arrested

Deputies say he shot a man in the face several times with a pellet gun outside the Lutz Walmart in what is being classified as a hate crime.

Video Released of Walmart Shooting Suspect

The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office has released surveillance video of the man they believe is responsible for committing a hate crime outside the Lutz Walmart.

Update Lutz Man Reported Missing Has Been Found

Hillsborough deputies say he was last seen in the area of Forrest Drive.

CAIR Offers $1,000 Reward in Lutz Walmart Shooting

Local Muslim leaders want to see the suspect in the Lutz shooting brought to justice.

Deputies to Guard Lutz Elementary Schools

In the wake of the Newtown, Conn., tragedy, Hillsborough County officials have decided to keep beefed up security in place at local elementary schools.

Update: USF Bomb Threat Cleared

A brief alert to avoid the library was sent to students this afternoon.

'Hate Crime' Suspect Sought After Lutz Walmart Shooting

A man shot another man in the face with a pellet gun in the Walmart parking lot early Wednesday, according to reports.

FHP Announces January Checkpoints in Lutz

Troopers plan to look for defective vehicles and improperly licensed drivers throughout Lutz and all of Hillsborough County.

OMG PD: Stolen Mail, Stolen Beer, Lots of Guns

We compile the odd, unusual and ‘oh my gosh’ police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

‘Recipes for the Road’ Delivers Safe New Year's Celebrations

The Florida Department of Transportation has whipped up some recipes that keep alcohol out of the New Year’s Eve mix.

Florida DUIs By the Numbers

Find out how prevalent DUIs are in the state.

DUI Patrols Heat Up for Holiday Weekend

Lutz residents can expect to see more law enforcement on the roads through New Year’s Day.

Christmas Eve Burglar Arrested

Deputies say he broke into the same Walgreens twice.

Serial Bank Burglar Breaks In, Leaves Empty Handed

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office and other local agencies believe the same man is connected to nine separate bank burglaries, including one in Lutz.

First Responders Come Together to Grant Sick Boy’s Wish

A drive to collect items for 5-year-old Nathan Norman of Virginia continues through Jan. 4.

Man Broke Into Same Place Twice on Christmas Eve, Deputies Say

Less than two hours after making off with beer, he returned for pain medication, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

Sheriff Considers Posting Deputies at Hillsborough Elementary Schools

Spokesman Detective Larry McKinnon said the sheriff's office is working with the Hillsborough County School District to develop a committee to look into ways to secure elementary schools.

OMG PD: Polite Robber Knocks First, 93-Year-Old Hits Deputy, Fire Captain Arrested – Again

We compile the odd, weird and ‘oh my gosh’ police news from throughout the Tampa Bay region. In Florida, there's no shortage.

Florida Authorities: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

That drink is not worth it.

Fire Dangers Rise During Winter Season

The National Fire Sprinkler Association offers these tips for protecting your family.

Pasco Fire Captain ‘Relieved of Duty’ After 2nd Arrest

He was arrested over the weekend following an incident in Punta Gorda.

Scammers Stay Busy During the Holidays

Local law enforcement agencies are warning Lutz residents to stay alert for potential scams.

Freedom, Greco Cleared after Bullet Incident

Bullets were found on a bus this morning that delivered students to both Hillsborough County schools.

Freedom High School on Lockdown

Bullets were found on a bus that serves the school this morning. This is the second time in two days bullets have been found on a Hillsborough County School bus.

Student Found Bullet on Way to Bus

A stray bullet found on a Hillsborough County bus led to students at three schools being questioned this morning.

Teens Shoplift More than $1,000 in Merchandise, Deputies Say

The teens from Lutz and Odessa were found with items stolen from multiple Shops at Wiregrass stores.

Bullet Found on Hillsborough County School Bus

All Hillsborough County schools are already on modified lockdown as a result of the shootings in Connecticut.

OMG PD: Soldier Robbed, Water Tower Shot, Stolen Perfume

We compile the odd, unusual and ‘oh my gosh’ police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Lutz Volunteer Firefighters Prepare to Close Up Shop

It's not business as usual for the association. Facing closure as a volunteer station, the association debated the reality of closing up shop during a meeting on Tuesday.

Meet Firefighter/Paramedic Cody Schmitt

The Lutz native is in his second year of service with Pasco County Fire Rescue.

OMG PD: Pot Found in Underwear, Kittens in a Freezer

We compile the odd, unusual and ‘oh my gosh’ police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Motorcyclist Seriously Injured After Livingston Avenue Crash

The accident took place around 2:18 p.m. Dec. 5.

Motorcycle Crash Closes Livingston at Sinclair Hills Road

Hillsborough deputies say the intersection might remain closed for a couple hours.