Chad Chronister, Sheriff


To Protect and Serve

The mission of the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is to serve, protect, and defend the community while preserving the rights and dignity of all.

It's our duty to make Hillsborough County, Florida a safer place. We do this by working together with the community. It's one of our greatest strengths.



Latest News & Events



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Detention Deputy Cadet Arrested for Domestic Violence Battery
Mar 23, 2026

A detention deputy cadet with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has been arrested for Domestic Violence Battery.

UPDATE: Three Arrested for Tampering with Evidence in Homicide Investigation
UPDATE: Three Arrested for Tampering with Evidence in Homicide Investigation
Mar 23, 2026

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested three additional individuals in connection with a murder, each facing charges of tampering with...

Illegal Narcotics Operation Shut Down
Illegal Narcotics Operation Shut Down
Mar 23, 2026

#teamHCSO shut down an illegal narcotics operation in Tampa.

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