Detectives Seek Tips On Apollo Beach Business Burglar

APOLLO BEACH, FL — Hillsborough County sheriff's detectives are asking for the public's help in identifying a man who stole from several businesses in Apollo Beach.

From 8 p.m. Aug. 28 to 8 a.m. Aug. 29, a man entered multiple businesses at the shopping plaza at 6596 N U.S. 41 in Apollo Beach.

Among the businesses, the man accessed the First Watch restaurant, which is currently under construction, through a vent on the roof, armed with a hammer and wearing white gloves and caused several hundred dollars in property damage. After stealing $4,000 in construction tools, he fled the scene.

"We will not tolerate this type of criminal activity against the hardworking business owners and their employees who make this community great," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "I hope that someone will recognize this individual so we can apprehend him for the betterment of everyone in our community."

Anyone with information is urged to call the sheriff's office at 813-247-8200.