ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. St. Pete Police are leading the investigation into a deadly deputy-involved shooting that happened on Monday night. It all happened in front of hundreds of students in a crowded lunchroom. Three weeks after the shooting, which sent one of the deputies to the hospital, the sheriff's office has released body camera video of what happened. Updated: Apr 26, 2023 / 08:40 AM EDT. "We have run this scenario, and I've taught this scenario with a trainer thousands of times," said Aitken, referring to his experience as a K-9 unit trainer. 2023, Charter Communications, all rights reserved. Police are asking drivers and residents to avoid the area, although no traffic problems were reported. The incident came less than two weeks after a woman was killed and a man critically injured in a suspected road-rage shooting on I-4 in Plant City. ", Cpl. Family, police ask public's help in solving fatal I-4 road rage shooting. Aitken said he has not watched the body camera video of himself being shot by the suspect. SAFETY HARBOR, Fla. (WFLA) A man who was shot during an encounter with Pinellas County deputies on Thursday afternoon has died, police say. After several shots were fired by Bostick, Viano was able to return fire, ultimately shooting the fatal shot that killed Bostick. Aitken was hit three times in his neck, wrist and leg. How will we know if the US economy is in a recession? Get notified on your phone in the morning with the latest forecast and news to start your day. "Matt is, thankfully, one of our more experienced deputies. Officials said he is expected to be OK. His dog was not injured. Officers then tried to make contact with the residence several times, to no avail. of coma in a bottle bound for Hillsborough:, Crystal River named among top summer vacation destinations, Storm erosion reveals second shipwreck along Florida, Gasparilla Music Festival to kick off this weekend, New coaster coming to SeaWorld Orlando next month, Check out this hidden gem in Safety Harbor: Whimzeyland, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Sgt. Records show he was being held Thursday in the Pinellas County Jail, with bond set at $750,000. Aitken was shot in the neck, hand and leg and "immediately" went down, the sheriff said. Jacob Viano joined Cpl. "Here, K-9 Taco reacted exactly how he was trained and upon Corporal Aitken being shot, K-9 Taco immediately engaged Bostick.". Red tide has just about disappeared from the Pinellas beaches, but still remains along the southern Sarasota coast. When the deputies got there, the suspect, identified as 23-year-old Zion Bostick, had taken off. Officers closed off Philippe Pkwy north of Enterprise Rd near Philippe Park for several hours. CLEARWATER, Fla The Pasco-Pinellas State Attorney's Office in a news release Friday, Sept. 24, announced investigators have concluded the shooting was a justifiable homicide. Aitken and video from his body camera shows the events play out. ", READ: Pinellas Park police chief to retire after 33 years of service. Aitken spotted Bostick trying to hide around the corner of the house, officials said, and "verbally challenged him. The incident was a hostage situation involving three people, with a woman being released at about 3 p.m. Troopers asked anyone with information about the shooting to call *FHP (*347) or Crime Stoppers at **TIPS (**8477). Please do that but dont try to confront the person. Deputies said Bostick had a second handgun in his right pocket that was reported stolen out of Manatee County. IONTB LLC bringing you timely news in the Tampa Bay area, IONTB Streaming Scanner Services now available, ****IONTB Streaming Scanner Services now available****, One dead, one injured in Tarpon Springs shooting, State Attorney files intent to seek the death penalty in two recent high-profile murders in Pinellas County, Blaze Erupts Twice at the Beach Mobile Home Park in Gulfport. It was still light outside around 7 p.m. Sunday, March 12 when Pinellas County Sheriff's Office K-9 Cpl. "Luckily Taco's training, he did exactly what he was trained to do.". This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The sheriff explained it gave Viano enough time to get over the fence and get to the ground when Bostick turned his gun from Aitken to Viano. The Pinellas County Use of Deadly Force Investigative Taskforce is comprised of officials from four local law enforcement agencies: Clearwater Police Department, Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, St. Petersburg Police Department, and the Pinellas Park Police Department. "I was gonna send Taco on him. He said he spoke with Sheriff Gualtieri, who reassured him that his recollection of the events were accurate. "There is no information that I've seen to this date that indicates whether these deputies had any other option other than touse deadly force to defend themselves.". When the deputies got there, the suspect . Don Lemon, longtime CNN host, out at cable news network, Tampa chef announces new bar and market Lara, coming in early 2024, NHL playoffs: Lightning-Maple Leafs Game 4 live updates, Lightning defenseman Darren Raddyshs blackout moment in Game 3, Dale Mabry shooting between people in vehicles injures 2, Tampa police say. Investigators said Bostickfled behind the church, through a wooded area, and into a neighborhood. According to data from Pinellas County, the average single-family home in Pinellas is $400,000. Paramedics treated one victim, an adult male, with life-threatening injuries, at the scene. Gualtieri said Bostick was arrested 18 times, including 34 different felonies and 22 different misdemeanor charges. In about 40 seconds, I could smell the cordite, and in that time, there was I dont know how many 20, 30 police vehicles.. Vianois on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation. and last updated 10:19 AM, Oct 04, 2021. It has been almost 11 years since the inception of IONTB. He is expected to be OK, but has several medical issues he now faces. Zion Bostik was killed after opening fire on Pinellas County deputies an a K-9. Taco scaled the fence with Aitken right behind him. Holloway said the mother and her son both suffered minor injuries. This includes video of deputies and first responders giving CPR and live-saving aid to Aitken at the scene. It's located at 6300 62nd Avenue North. After Hubbard was shot and deemed to not be armed anymore, Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri says deputies started to perform life-saving measures on him. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. Pinellas County Sheriff's Office K-9 Corporal Matthew Aitken, 40, was shot three times Sunday night while following a suspect, later identified as Zion Bostick, according to the St.. Aitken said he is recovering and hopes to be back on the job in about six months. The body cam footage will be released, and Corporal Aitken and Sergeant Viano were present to answer questions. UPDATED 12:15 PM ET Oct. 04, 2021. A K9 handler,Corporal Matthew Aitken, 40, eventually spottedBostick near a church and tracked him into a backyard. A suspect died after shooting at Corporal Matthew Aitken and Sergeant Jake Viano's on March 12, 2023. Holloway said deputies used that video to create their plan to make contact with the suspect. PINELLAS PARK, Fla. (WFLA) The Pinellas Park Police Department investigated a deadly shooting at an apartment complex early Tuesday morning. Jacob Viano, who is a former K9 handler himself, managed to "duck out of the way," according to the sheriff's office. "I think the only reason why that suspect missed me was because of the dog engaging him when he did.". That's a 63% increase over the past five years. Detectives at the scene found the bumper of the suspect's car, which had the license tag still attached. Chief Holloway said Bostick fired three shots at Cpl. Updates as released by the Pinellas County Sheriffs Office. No one else has been arrested. "I wouldnt take it to the next level," Chief Holloway said. Officials said Bostick didn't appear for a court hearing on March 7 for attempted burglary and driving with a suspended license charges. Learn More. It is concerning, but heres the thing, its everywhere these days, Bollenbacher said. As K-9 Taco attacked Bostick, three more shots can be heard coming from the suspect aimed at Sgt. But dont try to confront the person. 2 bodycam views show suspect fire at deputies. The Clearwater Police Department says Robert. Holloway said the suspect was under a risk protection order which was issued in December 2018 and expired in July 2020. Aitken] while he was laying on the ground," Gualtieri explained during a press conference in March. Cpl. "He's very thankful for being able to do what he did," Sheriff Gualtieri said. According to the sheriff's office, Bostick "had an extensive criminal history" that dates back to when he was 17 years old. The State Attorney's Office has ruled that a Pinellas County Sheriff's sergeant was justified in shooting and killing a man who fired at him after shooting and wounding another officer on. It was started to ensure investigations into law enforcement use of deadly force are objective. He not only saved his own life, but he saved Matts life.". As of Thursday afternoon, multiple law enforcement agencies are present in the area of Enterprise Rd E. & Philippe Pkwy. Spanoudis was taken to a local hospital by first responders at the scene, but was pronounced dead at the hospital. The suspect was identified as 23-year-old Zion Bostick, who was released from state prison exactly one year before Sunday's shooting: March 12, 2022. Matthew Aitken and Sgt. Hes got a lot of medical issues. FOX 13 News Armed man fatally shot by Pinellas deputies at Clearwater home Elizabeth Fry reports CLEARWATER, Fla. - A deputy-involved shooting took place in a Clearwater neighborhood, leaving one person dead, officials said. One person is dead after a shooting in St. Petersburg, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said Sunday. "You dont want that phone call," he offered. According to Holloway, a man went to the home of his ex-girlfriend where he battered her and her son. An early Sunday morning hit and run led to one man being shot dead by police in a St. Petersburg home, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said. Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gaultieri said detectives with the Pinellas County Use of Deadly Force Investigative Task Force are handling the investigation into the shooting. Police say two bullets hit the car, and one hit the teenager's leg. I had zero time," Aitken said. Investigators said they believe Hubbard carjacked somebody at gunpoint on June 29 a day prior to the shooting in Hillsborough County, in addition to stealing a golf cart, both at gunpoint. Bostick reportedly ran behind a local church and continued through the woods into a Pinellas Park neighborhood, located in the area of 60th Avenue North and 64th Street North. Sgt. The state attorney's office will also be involved in the investigation. "He decided he was going to kill two deputy sheriffs. FOX 13 News. It showed Hubbard getting out of his car with a gun pointed toward law enforcement. He and Taco will be reunited Friday, he added. Police say the alert they got concerning the suspect mentioned he was armed and dangerous and had wishes to have a shootout with law enforcement. LEALMAN, Fla. (WFLA) The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting in Lealman, where two people suffered non-life threatening injuries. Michael Drejka is seen in an Aug. 13, 2018 photo provided by the Pinellas County, Fla., Sheriff's Office. Officials said the suspect was "waiting" for deputies before firing at them. In a press conference on Thursday afternoon, a spokesman for Clearwater police said the incident stemmed from an armed carjacking in Hillsborough County. St. Petersburg Police Chief Anthony Holloway held a press conference about the incident, saying a resident called 911 to report that someone was breaking into vehicles. 1 dead, 1 injured in Pinellas Park shooting Emily McCain 5:43 AM, Apr 18, 2023 Pinellas County Lawsuit claims Clearwater foster family abused children for nearly 30 years Vanessa Araiza 9:43. Aitken and three shots at Sgt. 2023, Charter Communications, all rights reserved. Sgt. "He simply didnt want to go back to prison," Sheriff Gualtieri said. Viano was hired in November 2000 and is 49 years old. The sergeant fired back and Bostick died at the scene. When I rounded the corner, [the suspect] already had the gun pointed on me. a significant factor and hero in saving Corporal Aitkens' life and allowing Sergeant Viano to avoid being shot is K-9 Taco," Gualtieri said. "Viano was able to kill this guy before he fired additional rounds into [Cpl. PUBLISHED 9:40 PM ET Apr. Police said the shooting happened at the. Deputies responded to the man's nearby home on 38th Street North just after 10:30 p.m. "They were going to try to call him. Its hard on everybody in the law enforcement community.". "He told his mom he would not go back to prison," Chief Holloway said. According to Holloway, deputies were able to view Ring video footage at the victim's home where they heard threats made by the suspect. According to St. Petersburg Police, officers forced open the door of the home and found Gus Spanoudis in a back bedroom. Deputies continue to investigate, and no suspect is in custody at this time. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Just by the grace of God, I survived the ambush. Download it here. In Clearwater, it's $1,494, and in Largo . Cpl. Officials said he is expected to be OK. His dog was not injured. Jacob Viano were sent to check out a report of someone breaking into cars near 6385 60th Ave. North in St. Petersburg. "This is where things lined up for the good guys, in some good and unexplainable way. Chief Anthony Holloway of the St. Petersburg Police Department said they received one report from a witness, who confronted the suspect and began capturing video of him. Michael Drejka, 48, was arrested Monday morning in the fatal July shooting of Markeis McGlockton in Clearwater, Florida -- an incident that was caught on video which sparked an uproar after its release. Detectives believe Sage Gayle Curry, of Largo,. The video, which was blurred and edited by the agency, provides added context to the timeline of the shooting the sheriff's office previously released. The incident happened on June 30 in Safety Harbor when Robert Hubbard pulled out what was thought to be a gun on deputies while getting out of his car investigators later learned it was a BB gun. A teenage girl is in stable condition after being shot in the leg Friday night while riding in a car with her father on Interstate 4 outside Plant City, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Download it here. One died. Holloway said at this time authorities don't believe the man fired at deputies. Chief Deputy Paul Halle of the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, said the mother, 53-year-old Jill Kiley, called 911, saying her son, 31-year-old Cody, got her handgun and was threatening her. Ordered him to show them his hands and then you could see the deceased with a gun.". Gay's family says that the complex, Silver . If you want a pest-free patio this spring, the most important thing you can do is take away those elements that bugs find desirable. When our phones went off and then you see where a deputy is shot, trust me that phone call, getting here is the longest drive in your life, trying to update, trying to figure out whats going on with that deputy. He got into his car. A chase ensued through Clearwater and into Safety Harbor. 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A suspect was fatally shot after he allegedly shot and injured a Pinellas County Sheriffs Office deputy while allegedly trying to break into cars, according to authorities. - Advertisement - A man got out of the car and pointed a handgun at police. The median monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment in St. Pete is $1,595. "This is where things lined up for the good guys, in some good and unexplainable way," Sheriff Gualtieri said during the news conference, crediting the K-9. "We understand, as the handler, that you're probably not going to make it through the ambush situation. The shooting was reported just after 10 a.m. Wednesday in the area of . "I should also say on this call the deceased told his ex-girlfriend that this might be the last night that you see me. Cpl. Officers responded at . Clearwater police say four deputies shot at him. The suspect's gun, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department. Aitken's body camera shows Taco almost immediately start moving toward a house, then you can hear Aitken yelling for someone to put their hands up as he and Taco start running toward the building. The child was trying to help mom because he saw that she was being attacked by this guy," Holloway said. Aitken and his K-9 Taco tracked the suspect to a nearby backyard. The deputy then came up to the car. Dashcam and bodycam video of the incident was released back on July 6. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - A Pinellas County deputy who the sheriff described as an experienced law enforcement officer with grit had surgery Monday morning after he was shot in the neck, hand, and leg while responding to a vehicle burglary report. Sergeant Jacob Viano, 49, who was backing up the deputy fired back, killing Bostick. "He did a stellar job being able to assess that threat. Viano. The Clearwater Police Department says Robert Hubbard, 43, died after the shooting. State environmental officials said very low levels of red tide were reported this week along Clearwater Beach and the Dunedin Causeway. Aitken said he and Sgt. He fell to the ground unconscious and not breathing, and K-9 Taco can be seen on the body camera footage attacking Bostick. "Getting here is the longest drive of your life. Holloway said the man ran from the home before deputies arrived. Britany Jacobs describes the fatal shooting of her boyfriend, Markeis McGlockton, from her perspective. PINELLAS PARK, Fla. Chilling moments captured on body camera video show the ending of a chase-turned-shootout that left a Pinellas County deputy injured and a 23-year-old man dead. PINELLAS PARK, Fla. A Pinellas Park apartment complex was evacuated Wednesday as police investigated a reported shooting. Viano was trailing behind Cpl. They identified those officers as Robert Smith, Daniel Abbott, Anthony Hellstern and Demarcus Flournoy. He got back up. Officials said the suspect was "waiting" for deputies before firing at them. Area residents reported hearing police vehicles speeding past their homes. We are asking for a one time contribution or contribution on a monthly basis to help continue IONTB to flourish and enhance the coverage of news in the Tampa Bay area. His last known address was in Tampa. Officials said it happened in the Pinellas Park area in the 6300 block of 60th Avenue just before 7 p.m. Sunday. The video was released Thursday morning by Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri during a news conference. But it was an ambush, the sheriff said. The Pinellas County Use of Deadly Force Investigative Task Force is investigating the shooting. Thirty-two years ago today, three faculty members at Pinellas Park High School were shot. The Highway Patrol does not have a description of a suspect, it said, nor has it identified a reason for the shooting. Download our app, Pinellas County Sheriff's Office K9 Corporal Matthew Aitken and K9 Taco. HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. A woman was killed and a man remains in critical condition after a shooting Tuesday night on Interstate 4 near Plant City. Think of it as just giving up just a couple of your favorite coffee drinks each month. State Attorney Bruce Bartlett concluded in a letter that was sent to Sheriff Bob Gualtieri stating, "It is the conclusion of the State Attorney's Office that Deputy Smith, Detective Abbott, Corporal Hellstern, and Detective Flournoy shot and killed Robert Hubbard while in the performance of their legal duties, and the death constitutes a justifiable homicide under Florida Statutes 776.012.". A shooting by Pinellas County deputies that killed a 43-year-old man was determined to be justifiable, the State Attorney's Office announced on Thursday. Download our app, California Consumer Limit the Use of My Sensitive Personal Information, California Consumer Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Chief Holloway said it's always a scary time when law enforcement learns one of their own was injured. Officials said the suspect was "waiting" for deputies before firing at them. 4:55 p.m. update: The suspect in the case has died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to investigators. Our operating expenses are not huge by any stretch of imagination but funds are necessary for our continued survival. Get hyperlocal forecasts, radar and weather alerts. Thank God nothing happened to that gentleman, but at the same time he did the right thing because he saw someone committing a crime in his community and he didnt want that in his community, he said. FOX 13 News. By Sarah Blazonis Hillsborough County. Holloway said the man made an off-the-cuff comment to his ex-girlfriend that evening. Dade City. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. On Saturday night, the Dade City Police Department and the Pasco Sheriff's Office responded to a call at Watson Park. 6 gal. Aitkenis currently in stable condition. declares her, Alleged fraud could mean curtain call for theater, Womans car totaled in her driveway by Amazon driver, Missing Largo lawyers husband talks about love &. Whether its a short vacation or theyre jetting off to begin their career, show the future traveler you care with a meaningful graduation gift. He said getting the call that the deputy was injured was not easy. Those charges, Gualtieri said, include grand theft, drug crimes and crimes with guns, and Bostick has gone to state prison twice. Aitken is still on leave, recovering from his injuries. "K-9 handlers train a lot with their dogs for the gunshot scenario but one never really knows how the K9 is going to react in a real situation. Gualtieri explains Taco had spotted Bostick hiding behind the corner of a home. PINELLAS PARK, Fla. Chilling moments captured on body camera video show the ending of a chase-turned-shootout that left a Pinellas County deputy injured and a 23-year-old man dead. Risk protection orders take away a person's right to own firearms. Clearwater Police Chief Daniel Slaughter explained during a news conference it was only until after the shooting it was revealed to be a BB gun with no pellets inside. 20, 2023. Gualtieri added Aitken had not and didn't want to see the video footage of the shooting. She expressed concern about the well-being of her 63-year-old son, Gus Spanoudis. A teenage girl is in stable condition after being shot in the leg Friday night while riding in a car with her father on Interstate 4 outside Plant City, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. LARGO, Fla. - Two Pinellas County Sheriff's Office deputies say they feel lucky to be alive after coming face-to-face with a suspected thief who opened fire. Its complicated: Insurance commr on premium hikes, USF football player arrested for domestic violence, Lightnings season ends after OT loss to Maple Leafs, A look at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 2023 NFL draft, Lightning fans kept hope alive during series against, Selmons legacy lives on through USF mentorship program, Steinbrenner HS senior trades sports for volunteering, How your electronics will be recycled after Shred-A-Thon, Millions exposed to life-shortening pollution: report, Arthur Jones, first Black USF student-athlete, honored. Three weeks after the shooting, which sent one of the deputies to the hospital, the sheriff's office has released body camera video of what happened. Cpl. He fell down. PLANT CITY, Fla. - The family of Elizabeth . Four deputies shot at Hubbard, killing him. From Viano's body camera, you can see just after Aitken and Taco go over the fence, he tried to go around the fence for a moment before quickly deciding to also scale the fence, too. Hubbard was hit multiple times by the bullets. The stolen car was then linked to an attempted robbery outside of an Outback in Trinity in Pasco County. Sergeant Jacob Viano and K-9 Corporal Matthew Aitken, with K-9 Taco, were chasing 23-year-old Zion Bostick, who was accused of trying to break into several cars. Ordered him to come out of the car. The sheriff added the agency would not release the raw video due to the graphic nature of some parts. Both the sheriff, sergeant and corporal all credited K-9 Taco as also being an integral part of finding Bostick and distracting him enough for Viano to return fire. At around 10:40 p.m., a Tampa man was traveling westbound on Interstate 4 near Branch Forbes Road with his 14-year-old daughter when their car was fired upon. They followed him to the backyard of a home on 60th Avenue North. Sergeant Jacob Viano, 49, who was backing up the deputy, fired back, killing Bostick Officials said it happened in the Pinellas Park area in the 6300 block of 60th Avenue just before 7 p.m.. Hillsborough nixes gopher tortoise safeguards. PREVIOUS: Tampa unveils 100 tiny homes to help homeless with transitional housing. Aitken and K9 Taco (Pinellas County Sheriff's Office). "The suspect was waiting for them and as the K9 and the handler cleared the building, that's when the suspect shot at the deputy," explained Chief Holloway. - A Pinellas County deputy - who the sheriff described as an experienced law enforcement officer with grit - had surgery Monday morning after he was shot in the neck, hand, and leg while responding to a vehicle burglary report.
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