
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide in Riverview.
Shortly after 9 p.m. on August 15, 2025, a man walked into our District II office claiming to have witnessed a homicide that occurred at a home on Maybrook Avenue and spanned into Pinellas County.
Our detectives immediately launched an investigation, contacted St. Petersburg Police and recovered a body near the Weedon Island Preserve off the Gandy Bridge.
Simultaneously, detectives responded to the home on Maybrook Avenue, where they found signs that a crime had occurred.
The Medical Examiner's Office is working to identify the body recovered in Pinellas County.
The person who came into our district office is cooperating. At this time, no one is under arrest in connection with this investigation.
"While our detectives continue to actively work this investigation, someone in our community knows what happened, and your information, no matter how small it may seem, could be the key to delivering justice for this victim and their family," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "Help us hold those responsible accountable."
If anyone has information about this crime, please contact the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office at (813) 247-8200.
This is an active investigation. Any updates will come from the Public Affairs Office.