RIVERVIEW, Fla. – A male subject was arrested on Sunday after the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office received calls about someone climbing a cellular tower.
Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Aviation unit was dispatched to support deputies in the 13000 block of Rhodine Road on February 24, 2024, at 7:00 p.m., following reports that a person was scaling a cell tower.
The aviation unit located the man quickly, after he had live-streamed a video to his social media, and led ground-based deputies to where he was climbing back down the tower.
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“When he got to the ground, he was arrested without a hitch,” said HCSO.
“Our aviation unit and deputies continue to exemplify our commitment to safety,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “Their expertise and quick action ensured a potentially dangerous situation was resolved safely. We’re proud of their dedication to keeping our community safe.”
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