‘Dirty Bomb’ At Publix | Woman Fatally Hit By 2 Cars | Animal Shelter Expands: FL Weekend

We've rounded up the Patch stories you may have missed in Florida over the weekend to prepare you for the week ahead.

A man claimed to have a “dirty bomb” in his truck during a traffic stop, a woman was fatally struck by two cars and a major expansion to a Tampa area animal shelter is done.

Man Told Victim He Thought She ‘Wanted Company’ During Break-In: FL Sheriff

A man was charged with attempted burglary after breaking into an occupied Venice home last month, the Sarasota County sheriff said.

Major Expansion Completed At Manatee County Animal Welfare Facility

The Bishop Animal Shelter with expanded kennels and on-site veterinary care will serve as the primary hub for Manatee County Animal Welfare.

NJ Man Pleads Guilty In Robbery Of FL Mail Carrier: U.S. DOJ

A NJ man pleaded guilty to stealing the master keys from a postal worker delivering mail to a Tampa-area shopping center, the U.S. DOJ said.

FL Man With History Of Sexual Offenses Sentenced For Sexual Battery

A man who previously impregnated two girls under 16 was sentenced to prison for two new sexual battery crimes in Sarasota, a state attorney said.

Winter Haven Woman Fatally Struck By 2 Cars In Polk County

Police said a 35-year-old Winter Haven woman was walking across Interstate 4 in Polk County early Saturday morning when she was struck by an eastbound Toyota Corolla. The victim was then was struck by another unknown vehicle, which continued eastbound without stopping.

Man Charged With Sexual Abuse Of Child Under 12: St. Pete Police

A St. Petersburg man is accused of sexually abusing a young girl whose family he knows, police said.

Driver Claims ‘Dirty Bomb’ Is In Truck At Publix: Police

A Florida driver faces multiple charges after claiming he had a “dirty bomb” in his truck during a traffic stop at a Publix, police said.

Arrest Made Weeks After Deadly Shooting Of Teen: Sheriff

An 18-year-old was arrested in the October fatal shooting of a 17-year-old boy, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said.