Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO

Fatal New Year’s Day Shooting Under Investigation In Tampa: Hillsborough County Sheriff

Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO
Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the early hours of New Year’s Day outside the Tally Ho Bar Lounge and Grill on North 56th Street in Tampa.

The incident was reported at 1:43 a.m. on January 1, 2025, when a call was made to the HCSO Communications Center about a possible shooting.

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Deputies arrived on the scene and found an adult male with at least one gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

“What should have been a night of celebration to welcome the new year has been overshadowed by this tragic incident,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “Our detectives are working diligently to find answers and determine the events that led to this fatal shooting. Anyone with information is urged to come forward.”

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Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this shooting to contact them at 813-247-8200.

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