The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is currently conducting a death investigation.
On April 23, 2024, at 8:10 p.m., our Communications Center received a call from a concerned friend, and our deputies responded to the 11000 block of Bloomington Drive in Tampa.
Once on scene, our deputies located a deceased adult woman and a deceased toddler.
The investigation is ongoing, but at this point, investigators believe the adult woman committed suicide, and the cause of death for the toddler will not be known until an autopsy is completed.
"My heart breaks for the family and friends whose lives are forever altered by this tragedy," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "I plead with everyone, please don't make a permanent decision in a temporary situation. When it comes to mental health, we have so many resources to help anyone in crisis. I urge if you need help, please reach out. You are never alone."
If you or someone you know is going through a mental health crisis, there are resources to help you. The contact number for the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay is 813-964-1964.
Any further information in this case will come from the Public Affairs Office.