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



20 ARRESTED DURING HALLOWEEN DUI OPERATION
20 ARRESTED DURING HALLOWEEN DUI OPERATION
Nov 02, 2026

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office conducted Operation Ghost Patrol, a DUI enforcement operation, over Halloween weekend to remove...

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HCSO ASKS COMMUNITY FOR HELP IN DEADLY 2022 SHOOTING
Oct 31, 2026

Update: October 31, 2026. 

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is renewing its call for help in solving a...

Ruskin Man Arrested After Ambushing and Robbing Victim
Ruskin Man Arrested After Ambushing and Robbing Victim
Oct 30, 2026

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Ruskin man after he violently attacked and robbed a man near a local food pantry....

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