Crime & Safety

OMG PD: Samurai Swordsman, 2 Ex-Bucs Busted

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

Ice Cream Man Robbed at Gunpoint in Bradenton

The two men reportedly held a gun to the ice cream man in East Bradenton and took an unknown amount of his supply. (Via Bradenton Patch)

Man Ran Meth Lab Out of Mom's Home, Investigators Say

Sean M. Flavell allegedly operated a meth lab out of the garage of his mother's home, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office. (Via Sarasota Patch)

Man Tried to Drown Girlfriend at Siesta Key, Authorities Say

Three bystanders reportedly saved the victim's life as her boyfriend tried to hold her underwater, according to Sarasota authorities. (Via Sarasota Patch)

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Samurai Sword-Wielding Man Barricades Himself In Clearwater Home

Clearwater Police took the man into custody after a two-hour standoff Thursday night, seizing five samurai swords in the process. (Via Clearwater Patch)

Police: Man Stole $2,500 in Water Guns, Lotion From Clearwater Beach Shop

The man was later found under the Sand Key Bridge with the stolen items, Clearwater Police said. (Via Clearwater Patch)

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Former Buccaneer Arrested For Driving With Suspended License

Maurice Aurilius Stovall lost his license for failing to pay traffic fines, according to authorities. (Via Land O' Lakes Patch)

Former Buccaneer Lineman Arrested in Land O’ Lakes

Pasco County Deputies brought in Chartric Darby on Aug. 3 on domestic charges. He was part of the Bucs' 2002 Super Bowl-winning team. (Via Land O' Lakes Patch)


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