Event Brief
Tampa Police host teen takeover prevention event
Filed: May 16, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET
Summary: A week after downtown arrests, Tampa PD holds “Takeover with a Purpose” to connect teens with officers.
WHO: Tampa Police Department and community members, including teens
WHAT: Community event “Takeover with a Purpose” encouraging teens to stay out of trouble and learn about officers
WHEN: May 15, 2026 at 11:09 PM ET
WHERE: Tampa, Florida
WHY: A week after a downtown “teen takeover” led to 22 arrests, Tampa PD hosted the event to prevent similar incidents.
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