Roaches In A Bucket, Kayak Caper, Dangerous States

Patch operates 24 daily news sites in the Tampa Bay area and surrounding counties. The following are some of the top stories from the past day:

Man, 28, Killed In Garbage Truck Crash

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a Tuesday morning crash that left a 28-year-old Port Richey man dead.

Accused Kayak Thief Caught: Cops

The Clearwater Police Department has announced an arrest in a recent caper that involved a man taking a five-finger discount several kayaks.

Restaurant Inspections: Roaches In A Bucket

The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation ordered emergency closures at four area eateries last week when conditions inside didn’t meet state guidelines for health and safety.

Father Of 5 Gunned Down: Arrest Warrant Issued

The Tampa Police Department says its detectives have developed a suspect in an April 27 shooting that left a father of five dead outside a liquor store. According to police, the man wanted in connection with the death of Curtis Eugene Thomas, 39, is three-time convicted felon Michael A. Bridgeman, 29.

Dangerous States: Florida Ranks Among The Worst

Floridians might get to enjoy some of the world’s best beaches and plenty of sunshine, but personal safety might be lacking. The Sunshine State, in fact, ranks among the lowest across the country in the personal safety department.

Man Named Trigger Shot Then Arrested

A 35-year-old Port Richey man is in hot water after Pasco County Sheriff’s deputies say he managed to shoot himself inside a Dollar General store over the weekend.

Dads Eat Free At McDonald’s

Tampa Bay area dads who like starting their mornings off with crispy hash browns and Egg McMuffin sandwiches might want to set a course for their local McDonald’s Father’s Day morning. Stores throughout the Tampa Bay area have announced plans to serve up breakfast for dads at no charge Sunday, June 18.

Divebombing Spider Causes Car’s Crash Into Pole

A Florida woman’s Tuesday morning commute took an unusual turn when she happened to spot a hitchhiking spider perched atop a web above her head. When that spider decided to scale down its silk and land on her leg, things took a dangerous turn.

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