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



HCSO Investigates Fatal Shooting
HCSO Investigates Fatal Shooting
May 07, 2026

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal shooting in Bloomingdale.

Man Arrested on 100 Counts of Child Pornography Charges
Man Arrested on 100 Counts of Child Pornography Charges
May 07, 2026

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man on 100 counts of child pornography charges.

Cold Case Solved After Nearly Four Decades
Cold Case Solved After Nearly Four Decades
May 07, 2026

After nearly four decades, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has solved a kidnapping and sexual battery case from 1989.

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