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2nd Arrest Made in Homicide of Anthony Ly
Datrik Pettis was arrested today for the death of 20-year-old Anthony Ly. Pettis has been charged with 1st Degree Murder.
Read More →Fatal Motorcycle Crash
A Kawasaki Motorcycle was traveling northbound on Park St N struck a Mazda SUV who was traveling westbound on 28th Ave N and making a southbound turn onto Park St N, turning in front of the motorcycle causing the crash.
Read More →SPPD partners with FDOT District Seven for safer roads
In an effort to make roadways safer, SPPD is partnering with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District Seven through an Enhanced Law Enforcement Engagement (ELEE) program. From June 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026, we will expand law enforcement presence on state roadways with high crash rates, increasing public awareness of the importance of safe driving.
Read More →Arrest for Sexual Activity Involving Animals
Detectives received a cyber tip that a 21-year-old St. Petersburg man used his digital bank account to purchase videos depicting people engaged in sexual activities with animals.
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