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Emergency: 911
Non-emergency: 813-231-6130

Equal Opportunity Employer: tampa.gov/JoinTampaPD

The mission of the Tampa Police Department is to reduce crime and enhance the quality of life through a cooperative partnership with all citizens.

10/30/2026

A not-so-wise man wore a shirt that said, "Sometimes you win. Sometimes you lose." The real fright? His Breath Alcohol Content (BrAC) was more than three times the legal limit, which won him a ride to jail and a DUI charge.

This Halloween, don't let impaired driving haunt you or someone else. Plan a sober ride before the night begins.

10/29/2026

Last night, members of our DUI Unit spoke to the The University of Tampa Student Government General Assembly about the dangers of impaired driving ahead of Halloween weekend.

As you head out to celebrate, make safety part of your plans! Choose a sober designated driver or use a rideshare service to get home safely. Remember, drive sober or get pulled over.

10/29/2026

As Halloween weekend quickly approaches, we will have enhanced patrols in neighborhoods and popular entertainment districts citywide.

The enhanced patrol operation will begin Friday, October 30, through Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Plan ahead and celebrate responsibly. Remember, if you see something, say something, so we can do something. For non-emergencies, call 813-231-6130, and for emergencies, call 911.

10/28/2026

Halloween safety starts with responsible costume choices.

Realistic prop guns can be mistaken for actual fi****ms and create serious safety risks. You should choose clearly distinguishable costume accessories and leave realistic fi***rm replicas at home.

Prevention starts with the choices that are made before heading out. Help us keep Halloween safe for everyone.

10/28/2026

We're taking extra steps to keep families safe by verifying the information of registered s*x offenders and predators across the city. This work helps protect our community not just on Halloween, but every night of the year.

Before you head out for trick-or-treating, plan your route, stick to well-lit areas, and visit the FDLE website to check the s*x offender and predator map: offender.fdle.state.fl.us/offender/sops/home.jsf

10/28/2026

On this National First Responders Day, we celebrate those who show up for our community, often on some of the hardest days of people’s lives. We’re proud of our men and women who serve with heart, look out for neighbors, and answer the call when it matters most. Thank you for all you do, today and every day.

10/27/2026

Halloween is almost here! As little ghosts head out for treats, we’re reminding drivers to keep safety in mind.

🎃 Watch for trick-or-treaters: Children can be hard to see after dark and may cross unexpectedly.
🎃 Slow down: Use extra caution in neighborhoods, near crosswalks, and around parked cars.
🎃 Stay focused: Avoid distractions and never drive impaired.

Most importantly, if you see something, say something! Report suspicious ghouls to 813-231-6130 or call 911 for emergencies.

10/26/2026

What does it take to prepare for the realities of law enforcement?

Our new series, The Road to Service, takes you inside the training that prepares officers for real-world situations, sharpens situational awareness, and reinforces officer and community safety.

In Episode 1, get a closer look at high-liability training.

10/26/2026

Halloween weekend is almost here! While our officers will be conducting enhanced patrols, we still need your help to ensure the night is full of treats and not tricks:

🔦 Be bright, be seen! Wear reflective gear to help drivers see you while trick-or-treating.
🚘 Drive with extra caution. Slow down in neighborhoods and watch for trick-or-treaters crossing the street.
🗣️ Report suspicious ghouls. Alert the nearest officer, call 911 (emergency) or 813-231-6130 (non-emergency).

10/23/2026

Got old prescriptions taking up space in your medicine cabinet? Now's the time to clear them out!

Join us tomorrow, October 24th, for National Drug Take Back Day, where you can safely dispose of unused or expired prescription medications.

From 10 AM to 2 PM, you can drop them off at either of these locations:
- Tampa Police Department Headquarters: 411 N Franklin St
- Walgreens: 17511 Bruce B Downs Blvd

Find more drop-off locations at dea.gov/takebackday.

Address

411 North Franklin Street
Tampa, FL
33602

Telephone

+18132316130

Website

http://www.tampa.gov/police, https://linktr.ee/tampapd

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