Volunteer Deputies Help Keep Lutz Streets Safe

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is recruiting volunteers for its reserve deputy program.

Traffic Crashes Rise in Hillsborough County

While statewide numbers are down, Hillsborough County saw an increase in collisions in 2011, according to a new state report. We want to hear from you Lutz on what roads worry you the most.

FHP Announces December Checkpoints in Lutz

Troopers will be on the lookout for defective vehicles and improperly licensed drivers throughout Lutz and all of Hillsborough County.

Stolen Teeth Whitening Strips, Naked Assault and More on Patch

The latest and strangest law enforcement stories reported by Patch sites across the Bay area.

Hillsborough Fire Chief Set to Talk Shop

The new Fire Rescue Reserve Responder Program will be the major topic of discussion at a series of upcoming community meetings.

Lutz Crime Report: Nov. 14-27

Crime Report is a regular listing of calls for service in the Lutz area that have been reported to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Meet Fire Captain Dennis DeSalvo

From the most harrowing experiences to the most rewarding, DeSalvo discusses his many years on the job.

UPDATE: Bicyclist Hurt In Crash Dies From Injuries

The man made a U-turn into the path of traffic on Nov. 20.

Things Criminals Look For During the Holidays

As the holiday shopping season kicks off, local law enforcement agencies are urging residents to play it safe.

Lutz Bicyclist Severely Injured on Livingston Avenue

The man made a U-turn directly into the path of northbound and southbound traffic, according to the sheriff's office.

Waitress Stabbed, Pan to the Head and More on Patch

The latest and strangest law enforcement stories reported by Patch sites across the Bay area.

Lutz Volunteer Fire Department Gets Replaced by County

Hillsborough County Commissioners gave their approval Thursday to a plan that changes the roles of volunteer firefighters.

Lutz Crime Report: Nov. 1-13

Crime Report is a regular listing of calls for service in the Lutz area that have been reported to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Armed Restaurant Robber Strikes Again

The suspect is wanted in connection with a spree that began in September and includes break-ins in several communities, including Lutz. The most recent robbery took place Nov. 1.

Meet Lutz Station Capt. Matt Storey

Lutz Patch introduces the community to one of its own volunteer firefighters.

Meet Lutz Volunteer Firefighter Brandyn Dawson

Lutz Patch introduces the community to our local volunteer firefighters.

Lutz Firefighter Had Early Life-Saving Experience

Lutz Patch introduces to community to one of its hard working volunteer firefighters.

Halloween Busts, Bus Driver Accused of Child Abuse and More on Patch

The latest and strangest crime stories reported by Patch sites across the Bay area.

Lutz Crime Report: Oct. 24-31

Crime Report is a regular listing of calls for service in the Lutz area that have been reported to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

New Blue Alert System Helps Protect Police Officers

Citizens can now sign up to receive Blue Alerts, which are issued when a law enforcement officer is killed, assaulted, missing, or suffered serious injury, and the suspect is gone.

Halloween Safety: Advice From a Local Deputy

What parents need to know to keep their kids safe.

FHP: Keep The Party Off The Road This Halloween

Do you plan on attending a Halloween party this weekend? A warning: the Florida Highway Patrol has launched an aggressive crackdown on impaired drivers that runs through Nov. 4.

Deputies: Lutz Man Stole $8k in Tax Return Money

He now faces charges of identity theft, fraud and grand theft.

Lutz Crime Report: Oct. 16-23

Crime Report is a regular listing of calls for service in the Lutz area that have been reported to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Lutz Armed Robbery Suspect Sought by Deputies

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is asking for residents’ help to identify a man wanted in connection with five robberies in the Tampa Bay area.

Changes Looming for Lutz Volunteer Fire Department

The fate of the volunteer department still very much hangs in the balance.

Lutz Crime Report: Oct. 3-15

Crime Report is a regular listing of calls for service in the Lutz area that have been reported to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Safety Tips Offered During Teen Driver Safety Week

Teenage drivers are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal car accident than older drivers.

Operation Save Driver Under Way This Week

The campaign aims to reduce accidents involving commercial vehicles.

Pasco Sheriff's Office Hiring Crossing Guards

Positions are open in Lutz.

Jobree Platt Murder Suspect Surrenders

Gary Brown II is being held at the Hillsborough County jail.

Arrest Made in Lutz Man's Death

Temple Terrace Police have one suspect in custody. The other is at large.

Lutz Volunteer Fire Department is a Community Fixture, Residents Say

The Lutz Volunteer Fire Department is intertwined with the history of Lutz itself.

Red Cross Offers Safety Tips During Fire Prevention Week

National Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 7-13.

Lutz Crime Report: Sept. 25-Oct. 2

Crime Report is a regular listing of calls for service in the Lutz area that have been reported to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

FHP Announces October Checkpoint Locations in Lutz

Troopers will be on the lookout for defective vehicles and improperly licensed drivers throughout Lutz and all of Hillsborough County.

Lutz Man Dies After Accident on Saturday

The accident happened just south of Cheval Boulevard on Dale Mabry Highway.

Lutz Crime Report: Sept. 18-24

Crime Report is a regular listing of calls for service in the Lutz area that have been reported to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Cameras Cut Down On Crime: Does Lutz Need Them?

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is adding 10 more surveillance cameras to its arsenal. Is this something your neighborhood could benefit from?

Police Still Searching for Suspect in Lutz Man's Death

It has been more than two weeks since Jobree Platt was shot dead.