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



Update: Arrest Made in Fatal Shooting
Update: Arrest Made in Fatal Shooting
Dec 19, 2025

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting in Tampa.

One Dead After Shooting in Tampa
One Dead After Shooting in Tampa
Dec 17, 2025

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting in Tampa.

HCSO Successfully De-Escalates Suicidal Subject
HCSO Successfully De-Escalates Suicidal Subject
Dec 10, 2025

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office successfully de-escalated a suicidal woman at Alderman's Ford Nature Preserve...

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