Event Brief
2 HCSO deputies shot in Ruskin; suspect dead
Filed: Jul 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET
Summary: Two Hillsborough deputies were shot on West Shell Point Road after a hostage-related suspect opened fire; suspect died.
WHO: Two Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office deputies; suspect Christopher Dmuchowski; reported hostage victim; HCSO Sheriff Chad Chronister
WHAT: Deputies were shot during a shooting involving a suspect allegedly connected to a hostage situation; suspect was killed
WHEN: Jul 17, 2026 at 9:21 AM ET
WHERE: Tampa, FL
WHY: The suspect allegedly involved in a hostage situation opened fire on deputies; motive not reported.
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