Tampa Police Arrest Three in Gibsonton Burglary

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Three men arrested after a joint surveillance operation linked to commercial break-ins in Gibsonton; one officer weapon discharged.

WHO: Melvin Jackson (25), Adrian Mitchell (34), John Echevarria (35); Tampa Police Department; Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office; an armed officer

WHAT: Three suspects were arrested following an overnight surveillance operation targeting commercial break-ins; officers moved in as suspects entered a restaurant and a struggle occurred.

WHEN: Aug 15, 2026 at 11:17 AM ET

WHERE: Gibsonton, Florida

WHY: Police said the arrests followed surveillance of a string of commercial break-ins, including an attempted break-in at a McDonald’s and a subsequent attempt at Taiwan Express.

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