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Yahoo
3 days ago
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Man shot to death in Tampa, search on for shooter
The Brief The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deadly shooting in Tampa. A man was shot by a person in another vehicle at the intersection of Progress Boulevard and South 82nd Street. No arrests have been made. TAMPA - The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide in Tampa. On Friday afternoon at around 4:20, deputies responded to reports of a shooting near Progress Boulevard and South 82nd Street. The backstory The victim, Tyrell Ferrell, 24, was a passenger in a vehicle along with a female driver and a child in the backseat. The vehicle stopped to talk to the suspect at the intersection when the suspect began shooting, according to HCSO. OTHER NEWS: Eight-time convicted felon arrested, accused of selling drugs in Bay Area The driver of the vehicle took off from the scene to get away from the shooter when they struck a motorized bicyclist, who suffered minor injuries. The driver then drove to a nearby Thorntons convenience store for help. Ferrell suffered gunshot wounds to the upper body and was taken to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead. What they're saying "This is a tragic loss of life in our community that never should have occurred," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "We're committed to finding who did this and making sure justice is served. If you have any information, please come forward." What's next No arrests have been made at this time. If you have any information on this crime, please contact HCSO at 813-247-8200. The Source Information for this story was provided by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 13 TAMPA: Download the FOX Local app for your smart TV Download FOX Local mobile app: Apple | Android Download the FOX 13 News app for breaking news alerts, latest headlines Download the SkyTower Radar app Sign up for FOX 13's daily newsletter Follow FOX 13 on YouTube
Yahoo
24-05-2025
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Suspected gunman arrested months after 18-year-old shot dead in Sun City Center
SUN CITY CENTER, Fla. (WFLA) — A suspected gunman has been arrested months after an 18-year-old was shot dead in Sun City Center, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said. Deputies found Brandon Clark dead from a gunshot wound around 10:43 p.m. on Nov. 10, 2024, after receiving reports of gunfire near Camp Island Avenue. 'Pure evil': Lakeland man sets house on fire with roommates inside, Judd says Authorities said shots rang out that night after an 'altercation' at a community center in the area, and Clark was struck by the gunfire. After months of interviewing witnesses and neighbors to try to piece together what happened, and other extensive investigative efforts, the sheriff's office said it all pinpointed to one suspect. Malachi Higgs, 18, was taken into custody on May 23 on multiple charges. The charges against him include: Murder in the first degree while engaged in robbery Robbery with a firearm or deadly weapon less than $750 Carrying a concealed firearm Minor in possession of a firearm 'This arrest is the result of the tireless work by our detectives and a commitment to seeking justice,' said Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister. 'While nothing can undo the loss suffered by this young man's family, we hope this development brings a measure of closure.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
News.com.au
21-05-2025
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Teacher's ‘sex act' hours before arrest for illicit 8-month relationship
A high school teacher who is accused of starting an eight-month illicit relationship with one of her students had sex with the boy in her classroom just hours before she was arrested, authorities in Florida, US have said. Brooke Anderson, 27, faces three counts of unlawful sexual activity with a minor, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said in a news release. Anderson, a science teacher at Riverview High School, southeast of Tampa, is accused of starting the relationship in September last year, the minor told investigators, according to The New York Post. The relationship began with sexually explicit text messages and 'escalated' in the weeks leading up to her arrest, according to the sheriff's office. Multiple instances of sexual activity were reported between Anderson and the student. The most recent was inside Anderson's classroom where the pair allegedly had sex before the start of the school day on May 16, according to investigators. That same day, Anderson was booked into jail by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office before being released on May 17 after a judge set her bail at $45,000 (around $70k AUD) — $15,000 ($23k) for each count — reported. 'This teacher betrayed the trust of a student, a school, and an entire community. What should have been a safe, supportive environment for learning was exploited for abuse,' Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister said in the press release. 'Her actions are criminal, calculated, and deeply disturbing.' Unlawful sexual activity with a minor is a second-degree felony in Florida, and if found guilty, Anderson faces up to 15 years in prison. She has yet to enter a plea, and it is unclear if she has an lawyer. 'Ms Anderson had been with the district since November 2021 and taught Biology,' a spokesperson for Hillsborough County Public Schools, which employed Anderson, told The Post. 'She has been suspended pending termination. She passed all required screenings and background checks prior to being hired.' Hillsborough County Public Schools, which employed Anderson, did not respond immediately to requests for comment.
CBS News
20-05-2025
- CBS News
Florida high school teacher arrested after sex with student inside classroom, authorities say
A Florida high school teacher was arrested last week near the Tampa Bay area after allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship with a male student for months, authorities said. Riverview High School teacher Brooke Anderson, 27, faces three counts of unlawful sexual activity with a minor, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. The male student told police that him and Brooks had a relationship since September 2024 and that it started with explicit text messages, a HCSO release stated. The student also told police that there were allegedly multiple situations where the two were involved in sexual activity. The most recent incident was reported the morning of Friday, May 16, inside Anderson's class before school started, authorities said. "This teacher betrayed the trust of a student, a school, and an entire community," Sheriff Chad Chronister said. "What should have been a safe, supportive environment for learning was exploited for abuse. Her actions are criminal, calculated, and deeply disturbing." Hillsborough County Sheriff is continuing to investigate. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office at (813) 247-8200.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Yahoo
Riverview High teacher accused of having sexual relationship with student
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A teacher at Riverview High School was arrested Friday after being accused of engaging in a sexual relationship with a student, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. Detectives said they opened an investigation after being informed about an inappropriate relationship between Brooke Anderson, 27, and a male student. After interviewing the student, detectives reported that the relationship began in September 2024 with explicit text message exchanges. In the weeks leading up to the arrest, the relationship escalated, and detectives said the student told them about multiple instances of sexual activity, the most recent occurring in Anderson's classroom the morning of her arrest. 'This teacher betrayed the trust of a student, a school, and an entire community,' said Sheriff Chad Chronister. 'What should have been a safe, supportive environment for learning was exploited for abuse. Her actions are criminal, calculated, and deeply disturbing.' The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrested Anderson and charged her with unlawful sexual activity with a minor. Anyone with information regarding this case should contact the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office at 813-247-8200. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
