Hernando County Sheriff’s Office released body camera footage showing a deputy being shot while attempting to detain a wanted narcotics suspect on Thursday. The video captures the encounter as the deputy is struck during the detention effort, prompting an active law-enforcement response.
WHO:Hernando County Sheriff’s Office deputy; wanted narcotics suspect
WHAT:Bodycam footage released showing a deputy shot during an attempt to detain a wanted narcotics suspect
WHEN:Reported Sep 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:Tampa, FL
WHY:Motive not yet established.
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