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The White Shadow: Tampa’s Bolita Kingpin
February 29, 2024

The White Shadow: Tampa’s Bolita Kingpin

During the 1920s, ‘30s, and ‘40s Charlie Wall was the undisputed king of organized crime in Tampa’s Ybor City. Known by the Latin community as “The White Shadow,” because of his white linen suits and hats, he ruled the lucrative Bolita games as well as other unlawful activities.

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What You Missed at the FSA Winter Conference

What You Missed at the Sheriffs 2024 Winter Conference

February 29, 2024

Every year, the Florida Sheriffs Association hosts two widely attended sheriffs’ conferences. This year’s first event, the Sheriffs 2024 Winter Conference, was held on January 28-31 at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Miramar Beach in Walton County.

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Public Safety Tip: How to Report a Crime in Florida

February 18, 2024

A person witnessing an emergency and calling 9-1-1 is something you see all the time in the movies – but what happens when you see a crime in real life? Knowing how to report a crime can help you respond quickly in the moment, but the appropriate action depends on the urgency of the situation. 

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Preparing Teen Drivers to Be Safe on the Road: Tips for Parents

January 15, 2024

Having a new teen driver in the family is a big deal- for both the child and the parent. It’s an exciting step, but one that can bring anxiety about your child’s safety. Thankfully, there are many Florida resources and programs designed to prepare teen drivers for the road. 

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What You Missed at the 2023 Executive Leadership Conference and Fleet Exposition

January 03, 2024

The Florida Sheriffs Association is proud to host annual events that provide a venue for training, sharing, and learning. Each event is specifically designed to gather a targeted audience of specific law enforcement personnel and those who directly support their work.

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Sheriffs Back to Work with Early Florida Legislative Session 

December 29, 2023

Two hundred fifty days. That is how long it will have been between closing the books on the 2023 legislative session and the first day of the 2024 legislative session on January 9. With an early start to session this year, it seems like the FSA just completed one set of public safety priorities and are now right back with another new set of ideas.

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Public Safety Tip: Fire Safety for the Holidays

December 01, 2023

When you think about chestnuts roasting on an open fire, you probably don’t think “fire hazard.” But unfortunately, fire can be a very real danger during the holidays. According to the American Red Cross, nearly 47,000 fires occur each year during the holidays.

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