Crime & Safety
Suspects Sought After False Alarm At Tampa Premium Outlets
Authorities said no evidence of a shooting was found after two males were accused of punching someone during a dispute.
LUTZ — While Pasco County authorities say no shooting occurred Sunday during a false alarm at the Tampa Premium Outlets, they are searching for two suspects accused of punching someone at one of the businesses.
Authorities responded around 4:30 p.m. to a fire alarm activation, and while investigating, they were notified of an argument that escalated to someone being punched at a business, the Pasco County Sheriff's Office said Monday.
No evidence of a shooting was found, and no gun was seen, authorities said.
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Authorities identified the two suspects accused of punching the person as Black males, one of which was wearing a white T-shirt and sunglasses. The second suspect was wearing a light blue T-shirt with neon writing on the frontside, authorities said.
Authorities ask anyone with information in the case to call the Pasco County Sheriff's tip line, 1 (800) 706-2488, or online.
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