Hillsborough Sheriff's Office Under Chad Chronister Stresses Community Safety, Details Recent Actions

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO), led by Sheriff Chad Chronister, continues its focus on community safety and engagement, operating from Tampa. The HCSO's stated mission involves serving, protecting, and defending the community while preserving the rights and dignity of all residents.

This commitment to public safety manifests through various initiatives and recent law enforcement actions. The HCSO considers community collaboration one of its greatest strengths in making Hillsborough County a safer place.

Recent law enforcement activities included a second arrest made on September 11 in a Brandon shooting investigation. Over the Labor Day weekend, which concluded on September 7, the HCSO conducted a joint-agency enforcement operation that resulted in 27 impaired drivers arrested from roads and waterways. Additionally, the HCSO began a death investigation in Tampa on September 3 following a shooting.

The Sheriff's Office also provides numerous online resources for residents. These include a Back to School Online Resource Center aimed at keeping children safe and an Online Traffic Complaint Program. Residents can access services like 'Who's In Jail' to find current inmates, 'Calls for Service' to view recent activity for crime, traffic accidents, and house fires, and an option to file police reports online for various categories. The HCSO also offers commendation and complaint forms.

Demonstrating its dedication to high standards, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office achieved Advanced Law Enforcement Accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA). This accreditation signifies the agency's commitment to professionalism by adhering to state-of-the-art standards.

Educational campaigns also form a part of the HCSO's community outreach. The 'Phones Down, Eyes Up' initiative addresses the dangers of distracted driving, promoting safer road practices for all.

Residents can utilize the various online resources provided by the HCSO for information and to engage with law enforcement efforts. The HCSO's 2025 Annual Report is also available for public review, offering further insight into the agency's operations and achievements.