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Madeira Beach Community Mourns After Drowning Incident Claims Life of Local Swimmer
A tragic drowning incident unfolded off the coast of Madeira Beach earlier this week. On the evening of July 22, deputies rushed to the scene near 12960 Gulf Boulevard after receiving reports of a distressed swimmer, later identified as 31-year-old Hector Colon. According to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, Colon was struggling in the water with his roommate, Angel Nunez, during an unexpected surge in the current. The official statement notes that, while Nunez managed to swim backwards to safety, Colon was seen calling for help before he was pulled under by the waves.
Florida Law Enforcement Dismantles Drug Ring and Dog-Fighting Network, Arresting 23 in Pinellas County and Tampa Bay
In a coordinated crackdown on illicit activities, law enforcement agencies in Florida have brought down a drug trafficking network and a dog-fighting ring, leading to the arrest of 23 suspects. The operations, "Operation Snow Cap" by the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office and “Operation Pedigree” by the St. Petersburg Police Department, uncovered a nexus of narcotics and animal cruelty spanning across Pinellas County and the Tampa Bay area.
Drug trafficking and dog fighting ring busted in Pinellas County
LARGO, Fla. — Authorities in Pinellas County announced the arrest of nearly two dozen people over charges related to drug trafficking and dog fighting. The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office and St. Petersburg Police announced a crackdown on the crimes impacting multiple counties in the Tampa Bay Area. Dubbed "Operation...
Around Town: North Pinellas news briefs
DUNEDIN— The Rotary Club of Dunedin North has presented Community Dental Clinic with a check for $5,000. The Clinic, located at 1008 Woodlawn St. N. in Clearwater, recently celebrated 10 years of service providing no-cost dental services for the low-income, uninsured adults in Pinellas County. The donation will enable...
Cybersecurity expert: ‘How would a real hacker do it?’
Jacob Wattam started his cybersecurity career by traveling the country for large companies seeking nationwide clients; he will now focus his ethical hacking expertise in Tampa Bay. Wattam founded CoAction Security to provide the “high touch” customer service he believes is often missing from the industry. The Pinellas County native...
Pinellas drug operation and dog fighting ring busted, cops say
Pinellas law enforcement leaders say that after a year-long investigation, they have broken up criminal operations that orchestrated large-scale drug trafficking and dog fighting in the county. The investigations uncovered hundreds of pounds of drugs that were delivered in the county and more than 100 dogs used for fighting that...
Rays stadium deal questioned in Pinellas County Commission meeting, vote scheduled
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - After St. Pete city council's historic vote that approved the Tampa Bay Rays' stadium deal last week, Pinellas County commissioners now have to give their blessing to spend more than $3 million on the project. Commissioners held their first meeting on Thursday, and the hope is...
Here's where to celebrate 727 Day this weekend
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — It's time to show Pinellas pride and celebrate calling St. Pete-Clearwater home with 727 Day. Saturday, July 27, 2024, celebrates 727 Day, named after the Pinellas area code. Local shops and restaurants are offering chances to win prizes, discounted drinks and meals and fun entertainment.
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