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UPDATED Oct 21, 2026 at 7:20 AM ET
Oct 20, 2026 at 6:20 PM ET
New Port Richey Police Unit Connects Homeless With Help
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New Port Richey's LIFT Unit is locating people experiencing homelessness in outdoor camps and connecting them with services rather than focusing on arrests. Officers work with a BayCare Behavioral Health caseworker to identify support tailored to each person, amid rising housing costs and limited shelter space.
WHO: New Port Richey's LIFT Unit officers and a BayCare Behavioral Health caseworker
WHAT: The LIFT Unit is conducting outreach to people experiencing homelessness outdoors and connecting them with support services.
WHEN: Reported Oct 20, 2026 at 5:13 PM ET
WHERE: New Port Richey, Florida
WHY: The unit aims to connect people experiencing homelessness with services tailored to their circumstances, as rising housing costs push more people onto the streets.
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