Shark Attack, Cop Injured, Penny-Pinching Cities

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

Man, 27, Killed In Fiery I-75 Semi Crash

he Florida Highway Patrol has released some details related to a Tuesday morning collision involving two semi-trucks along Interstate 75 in the Sarasota area. According to the agency, one of the motorists, a 27-year-old from Riverview, died following the crash.

Video: Man Jailed After ‘Violent Attack’ On Cop

What appeared to be a routine burglary arrest took a violent turn Sunday early morning, sending a Bradenton police officer to the hospital and a 23-year-old man to jail.

Girl Punched Shark That Bit Her In Florida Waters

A 17-year-old girl from Louisville, Kentucky, is on the mend after a close encounter with a shark in Gulf of Mexico waters Sunday. The young tourist reportedly punched the critter after it took a hold of her legs.

Tampa, Orlando Among America’s Most Frugal Cities

When it comes to pinching pennies, Orlando and Tampa Bay area residents are among the nation’s best. That’s according to Coupons.com, which named the two cities to its Top 10 list of the country's most frugal.

Video: Pizza Parlor Burglars Sought By Cops

The St. Petersburg Police Department is asking for help identifying two burglars who seem to have a penchant for Hungry Howie’s pizza.

Trio Of Auto Burglars Taken Down After Hit-And-Run

A trio of accused auto burglars from Fort Lauderdale found themselves behind bars Monday after they allegedly ransacked a vehicle in Lutz before getting into a crash on Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes. While all three are accused of bailing out after the collision, Pasco County deputies made short work of bringing them into custody.

Anti-Death Penalty Prosecutor’s Suspension Being Touted

Aramis Ayala made history when she won election to become Florida’s first black state attorney. She may soon go down in the record books yet again if some lawmakers get their request for her suspension granted.

Search For Tampa Teen Enters 2nd Week

As the search for a missing Tampa teen enters its second week, the community is rallying behind Hailey Acierno’s family. A $25,000 reward is now being offered for the girl’s safe return, a Facebook page has been launched and a vigil is planned in her honor.

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