Street-Racing Operation Results In 8 Arrests In Hillsborough County

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FL — The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, with the assistance of the Tampa Police Department, conducted an eight-hour operation Saturday focusing on street racing crimes, resulting in eight arrests.

"Operation Flex" also resulted in 110 total stops, 14 citations and 52 warnings.

"Tampa Bay law enforcement is sending a loud and resounding message: we are not going to tolerate this type of reckless behavior in our community," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "Operations like these are essential to the safety and well-being of our community, which is always our top priority."

Notable arrests included:

• Devon Aro, 33: Possession of methamphetamine, possession of fentanyl
• Tyrone Griffin, 36: Possession of fentanyl, possession of acetaminophen and oxycodone, and possession of drug paraphernalia
• Sidney Baker, 52: Felon in possession of a concealed weapon, violation of probation

The purpose of Operation Flex was to discourage people from attending or participating in street-racing events. Another crucial aim of the operation was to curb the influx of people outside Hillsborough County who engage in unlawful activities, said Chronister.