March 6
No need to get Huffy
600 block of Bethune Dr.
Bicycle theft: Sometime this week an unknown suspect stole a 26 inch orange Huffy brand bicycle from the victim’s backyard.
Eye on the prize
1400 block of N. Lime St.
Vehicle burglary/theft of a firearm: Overnight an unknown suspect entered an unlocked 2017 blue Dodge Challenger and stole a Smith & Wesson .40 caliber handgun from the front center console.
Hangover cure gone wrong
1900 block of James L. Redman Pkwy.
DUI: Officers responded to the 1900 block of James L. Redman Pkwy. in regards to a woman being asleep in the drive thru. She was placed under arrest for DUI and transported to Orient Road Jail.
March 8
Not your lucky day
Turkey Creek Rd./Sydney Rd.
Warrant arrest: Officers conducted a traffic stop on a 2020 Hyundai in regards to a traffic violation (red light). They found the man in the vehicle had an outstanding Hillsborough County warrant for VOP Criminal Mischief less than $200. He was arrested.
To grandmother’s house we go
700 block of Franklin St.
Vehicle theft: Officers met with this victim who told them she had parked a 2008 silver Nissan Altima with a Florida temporary tag at her grandmother’s house at approximately 10 p.m. It was then stolen.
March 9
‘Nacho’ sly
2100 block of W. Baker St.
Theft: A manager at Taco Bell reported to police that former employees had stolen money when they were still working at the store. A waiver of prosecution was signed and the incident was documented.
Have you seen President Grant?
2100 block of N. Johnson St.
Vehicle burglary: During the early morning hours of March 9 an unknown suspect entered the victim’s unlocked vehicle and removed three $50 bills from the driver side door panel.
March 10
Shopping spree
1400 block of Plantation Blvd.
Residential burglary: This victim reported to police that between the hours of 11 p.m. and 6:45 a.m. an unknown subject entered his apartment via the screened in patio and then came in through a sliding glass door. A 65inch Sony television, bluetooth speakers, a 14k yellow gold woman’s bracelet and a woman’s diamond ring were taken from the apartment.
Mayday at Marshalls
200 block of W. Alexander St.
Theft: Marshalls Department Store’s loss prevention team reported that an unknown woman took $123 worth of merchandise from the store and then fled the scene.
Whoops-a-daisy
1200 block of N. Wheeler St.
Felony drug arrest/possession of firearm and ammunition by convicted felon: A man was placed under arrest for possession of methamphetamine, violation of CCW, possession of a firearm and ammunition by convicted felon. He was transported to Orient Road Jail without incident.
The ‘Dr.’ is in
2700 block of Thonotosassa Rd.
Felony drug (arrest): Officers responded to the above listed location in response to a report of a disturbance. A man was arrested for possession of cocaine, methamphetamine and prescription medications. He was transported to Orient Road Jail without incident.
March 12
Not so secure
600 block of Bethune Dr.
Theft: Officers responded to this house in reference to someone having stolen its security camera.
Jordan snatchers
2600 block of Holly Bluff Ct.
Theft: This victim reported that two pairs of Jordan shoes, valued at approximately $400, were stolen.