Nine Arrested for Unlicensed Contracting

A multi-agency sting nabbed nine individuals operating without a contractor's license in Pinellas County.

Palm Harbor Residents Arrested

These Palm Harbor residents were arrested on a variety of charges from June 20-23, 2013.

OMG PD: Feces-Filled Home, Acid Attack, Family Dog Bite

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

Palm Harbor Man Accused of Crowbar Threat at Five Guys Restaurant

An arrest affidavit says jealousy prompted Ramy Deon Ramirez Jr., 19, to go to the Five Guys restaurant in East Lake at 11:37 p.m. on June 14, 2013.

This Week: New Burrito Restaurant, Deadly Tree Accident, Gas Station Crash, Free Movies

In case you missed them, here's a look at the top stories on Palm Harbor Patch from June 16-22, 2013.

Felon Told Deputies He Used Gun to Shoot His Sick Dog

Deputies say convicted felon Andrew William Channell, 52, of Palm Harbor, told them he knew he was not supposed to have a gun.

2 Injured in Crash at Hess Gas Station

Two people were injured in a crash Wednesday, June 19 at the Hess Express gas station just south of Nebraska Avenue. A van involved in the crash also hit the side of the Hess building, damaging it.

Tree Falls On, Kills Palm Harbor Man

Pinellas County Sheriff’s deputies say the death appears to be accidental.

Firefighter Reacts to Punch In Face

Palm Harbor driver Gary Steven Cook is accused of punching a Clearwater Fire and Rescue investigator. Ron Neuberger says he was trying to find out what went wrong with Cook's car after a crash in Clearwater Wednesday when he was punched.

Police: Palm Harbor Driver Punched Firefighter, Charged with Felony Battery and DUI

Clearwater Police say Gary Steven Cook, 63, of Palm Harbor punched a fire inspector when the inspector reached inside a truck to make sure the ignition was off after an accident.

Palm Harbor Man Questioned in Road Rage Incident

Gary Steven Cook of Palm Harbor, is being questioned for suspicion of DUI and battery on a firefighter. He is accused of punching a fire inspector at the scene of a three-vehicle wreck in Clearwater.

Deputies: Woman Stole Clothing to Wear for Date

Chelsea Danielle Brill, 22, admitted to stealing the items and told deputies that she "wanted to wear them for her boyfriend tonight and did not have the money to pay for them," according to an arrest affidavit.

Suspected Thief Prompts Standoff at Clearwater Motel

The standoff, which the sheriff's office initially reported as occurring in Palm Harbor, happened at a motel in Clearwater and involved a man suspected of stealing a backpack containing a gun.

SWAT Called Out in Palm Harbor

A “suspect” is barricaded in at a local motel.

OMG PD: ‘Fugitive’ Kangaroo; Mother of the Year; Wife Hits Husband with SUV

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

Palm Harbor Man Seriously Hurt in I-75 Crash in Sarasota

The 22-year-old was injured when he lost control of his car and struck a tree, the Florida Highway Patrol reports.

Kangaroo Leads Deputies on Chase, Captured 1 Day Later

The Pasco County Sheriff's Office is looking for the owner of a 200-pound, 5-foot-tall kangaroo that led them on a chase over the weekend. The wandering kangaroo was caught near Dade City, which is where the Mystery Monkey of Tampa Bay now resides.

2nd Palm Harbor School Undergoes Lockdown

Lockdowns at Palm Harbor Middle School Thursday and Highland Lakes Elementary Wednesday were caused by people who were not supposed to be on campus, according to a Pinellas County Schools spokesperson.

Parent Caused Lockdown at Highland Lakes Elementary

A school staffer had called the sheriff's office saying the parent was inside the school at the front counter and was speaking loudly. The parent was not supposed to be on school grounds because of an injunction.

OMG PD: Garden Gnome, Fillet Knife, Grill Scraper Used as Weapons

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

Surveillance Video Shows Man Who Burglarized 8 Cars in East Lake

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office released surveillance video of a man who broke into eight vehicles on Tuesday, May 7. Many of the cars were in the Ridgemoor subdivision.

OMG PD: Grease Theft, Mayor's Gun Stolen, Accidental Starbucks Shooting

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

Deputies: Pair Drove from Miami to Rip Off Palm Harbor Ross Store

Deputies say they found $3,898 worth of stolen items and a "booster bag" in a vehicle driven by Alberto Alex Rojas, 56, of Palm Harbor. Rojas served as getaway driver during the theft from Ross, according to an arrest affidavit.

Update: Arrest Made in Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash on U.S. 19

The Florida Highway Patrol says a 28-year-old Clearwater woman was struck twice and died later from injuries.

Car Crashes Into Dillard's: Store to Partially Reopen Thursday

Authorities say a suicidal man crashed his car into the Dillard's department store at the Countryside Mall early Wednesday morning. The crash caused a fire in the store.

Fire at Sponge Docks As Boat Goes Up in Flames

More than 5,000 gallons of fuel may be on board the vessel, according to media reports.

Palm Harbor Residents Arrested: Grand Theft, Meth Possession, Domestic Violence Charges

These Palm Harbor residents were arrested on a variety of charges from May 8-12, 2013.

Motorcycle-Riding Bank Robber, Ice Cream Shop Burglar, K-9's Honored, $408 Red Light Camera Ticket

In case you missed them, here's a look at the top stories on Palm Harbor Patch from May 5-11, 2013.

OMG PD: Marijuana Home Business; Gator Bites Fleeing Suspect

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

Deputies: Palm Harbor Teen Admits to 50-Plus Car Burglaries

Deputies say that when they arrested Kyle Allen Terry, 19, of Palm Harbor, he admitted to breaking in to 50-60 cars and stealing money and jewelry from the cars.

PHOTOS: Police K-9s Honored at Memorial

Pinellas County Sheriff's Deputies and Clearwater Police Officers attended the special ceremony with their police dogs Tuesday at Curlew Hills Memory Gardens in Palm Harbor.

Palm Harbor Bank Robbery: Detectives Seek Help Finding Suspect

Look closely at the accompanying video. A surveillance camera recorded the suspect at 1:13 p.m. on Monday, May 6, 2013 as he robbed the BB&T Bank at 35098 U.S. 19. The bank is south of Alderman Road in Palm Harbor.

Racism Allegations: Demoted Firefighter's Case Appears Headed to Arbitration

Firefighter Bill Figueredo is accused of performing a Nazi salute to East Lake Fire Commission Chairman Mark Weinkrantz, who was not at Monday evening's special meeting.

Deputies Need Help Catching Ice Cream Shop Burglar

Pinellas County Sheriff’s detectives have released surveillance photos of the man they believe burglarized Strachan's Homemade Ice Cream in Palm Harbor in April.

Palm Harbor Residents Arrested: Charges Include Possession of Crack and Oxycodone, Burglary, Battery

These Palm Harbor residents were arrested on a variety of charges from May 3-5, 2013.

OMG PD: Dogs Killed, Welfare Fraud, Deputies vs. Gator

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

This Week: Wandering Gator, U-Turn Preceded 4-Car Crash, Homes for Sale, Free Gaming

In case you missed them, here's a look at the top stories on Palm Harbor Patch from April 28 to May 4, 2013.

4 Ways to Combat Child Abductors

Sgt. Denise Nestor from the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office recently shared preventative tips with parents and children to help combat would-be child predators.

Racism Allegations: East Lake Fire Chief Wants Independent Investigation

Two East Lake Fire lieutenants and a fire commissioner are involved in an assortment of accusations against each other that includes racist text messages, discriminatory behavior and Nazi salutes.

4-Car Crash Closes Northbound U.S. 19 for 2 Hours

Florida Highway Patrol investigators say Axios A. Kazouris, 30, crashed into three other vehicles after attempted to make a u-turn by driving over the grassy median just north of Nebraska Avenue Wednesday afternoon.