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FLORIDA — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Florida. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Illegal Gambling Arcade Shut Down: Sheriff

55 full-size arcade-style video slot machines and more than $160K were seized from a gambling arcade in Bradenton, the Manatee sheriff said.

Man Shot Brother Who Stabbed His Girlfriend: Manatee County Sheriff

A man was shot by his brother after stabbing his sibling's girlfriend at a Bradenton home, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.

Body Identified As Missing Teen, Giovanni Pelletier: Manatee County Sheriff

A FL medical examiner has officially identified a body found in a retention pond near Interstate 75 as Giovanni Pelletier, 18, MCSO said.

87 Burmese Pythons Caught In FL Everglades By Top Python Hunter

A python hunter caught 87 invasive Burmese pythons in the wild in South Florida in July as part of a new incentive program.

$420K In Past-Due Water Bills Owed At 2 St. Pete Apartment Complexes As Shut-Off Looms

The water could be shut off at two St. Pete apartment complexes owned by Lurin Real Estate Holdings, which still owes the city $420K.

Officers Pulled Man By Ankle From Burning Tampa Home: Watch

Watch police bodycam video footage of officers rescuing a man from a burning home in Tampa by pulling him out by the ankle.

Duke Energy Worker Dead, 2 Injured After Electrical Shock In Pinellas County: Reports

One person is dead and two injured after Duke Energy contractors were shocked in a Pinellas County electrical incident, reports said.

Woman’s Remains Found In Tampa-Area Woods: Hillsborough Sheriff

A death investigation is underway after a woman’s remains were found in a wooded area in the Tampa area, the Hillsborough sheriff said.

Deputy Shot, Killed Armed Man Outside Venice Home: Sarasota County Sheriff

A deputy shot and killed an armed man while serving a warrant at a Venice home, the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office said.

2 In Custody, 1 Suspect Sought In Shooting: Sarasota County Sheriff

Two are in custody after a south Sarasota County shooting as deputies look for a third person of interest, the sheriff's office said.

Woman Who Fled With 2-Year-Old Daughter After Walmart Theft Arrested

A woman who fled from deputies with her 2-year-old daughter during a Walmart theft investigation was arrested, Manatee County sheriff said.

4th Suspect In Custody Weeks After Fatal Shooting: St. Pete Police

Weeks after a fatal St. Pete shooting, the fourth and final suspect was taken into custody, police said.

School Board Chair To Return To Role As Sarasota School Board Police Chief

Tim Enos is stepping down from the role of Sarasota County School Board chair to serve as Sarasota County Schools Police Dept. chief again.

Missing Teen Never Showed Up For First Day Of School: Manatee County Sheriff

A 13-year-old boy left his home in Parrish sometime between Sunday, 9 p.m., and Monday, 7:10 p.m., the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.

Nurse Who Stole Fentanyl From Tampa Bay-Area Hospitals Headed To Prison: U.S. DOJ

A nurse was sentenced to prison for taking fentanyl from several Tampa Bay-area hospitals while working, the U.S. DOJ said.

Fatal Shooting At Apartment Complex Under Investigation

A man shot at a Tampa apartment complex later died from his injuries and one person is in custody, police said.

Hurricane Erin Expected To ‘Explode’ Into Category 4 Storm: See Potential FL Impacts

Hurricane Erin is the first Atlantic hurricane of the season, and could intensify into a major Category 4 storm as it moves toward the U.S.