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.



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Student Arrested for Bringing a Weapon Onto School Campus
Student Arrested for Bringing a Weapon Onto School Campus
Apr 11, 2025

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has arrested a student at Shields Middle School in Ruskin for bringing a knife onto school grounds....

Retail Theft Arrest Leads to Recovery of Over $15K in Stolen Goods
Retail Theft Arrest Leads to Recovery of Over $15K in Stolen Goods
Apr 09, 2025

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has recovered more than $15,000 in stolen merchandise during a proactive retail theft operation in...

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Update: Homicide Investigation in Riverview
Apr 09, 2025

UPDATE: April 9, 2025

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has identified the victim in the Riverview homicide. ...

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