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Ruskin Man Arrested After Ambushing and Robbing Victim

For Immediate Release : Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office
Release Number: 26-182
Date
Friday October 30, 2026 7:45 AM
Location
Ruskin Man Arrested After Ambushing and Robbing Victim

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

On October 27, 2026, at approximately 8:00 a.m., deputies responded to a 911 call near Calvary Angel’s Attic food pantry in Ruskin, where they located a man who had been stabbed. 

The victim told deputies he was struck multiple times with an unknown object. 

During this violent attack, the suspect stole the victim’s jewelry, cell phone, and wallet before fleeing on foot. The victim was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. 

Through investigative means, detectives identified the suspect as Joshua Mobley, 27.

On October 29, 2026, detectives located Mobley on Harbour Blue Street in Ruskin and took him into custody.

“This victim was ambushed from behind and left injured near a place where our neighbors go for help,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “This violent criminal is now off our streets and will answer for what he has done.”

Mobley is charged with:

  • Robbery with a Weapon $750 or More, but Less than $20,000
  • Aggravated Battery with a Weapon Great Bodily Harm

This remains an active investigation. Any updates will be provided by the Public Affairs Office.

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