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event-security1 year ago

"Gasparilla 2024: Arrests, Ambulance Rides, and Parade Mishaps"

The Tampa Police Department reported a total of 18 arrests during the Gasparilla pirate festival, including two DUI arrests, eight BUI arrests, and eight 'other disturbances' arrests. Law enforcement agencies from around Tampa Bay assisted in patrolling the event by land, air, and sea, resulting in 84 boating warnings and 26 citations issued by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission. Tampa Fire Rescue also assisted a 78-year-old man who fell off a float, causing a 25-minute pause in the parade, with no update on his condition yet.

via FOX 13 Tampa|
#arrests#event-security#festival
crime-and-safety1 year ago

Gasparilla Parade: Arrests, Rescues, and Revelry

The Tampa Police Department made 18 arrests during the Gasparilla festivities, including two for driving under the influence, eight for boating under the influence, and eight for other disturbances. Over 30 law enforcement agencies patrolled the area by land, sea, and air, resulting in a total of 72 law enforcement vessels and helicopters being deployed. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission issued 84 boating warnings, 26 citations, and removed 8 impaired operators from the water, with only 1 boating accident investigation reported.

via WFLA|
#arrests#boating-under-influence#crime-and-safety
event1 year ago

Gasparilla 2024: Pirates Overrun Tampa for Annual Festival

The Gasparilla Parade of Pirates saw hundreds of pirates and 53 krewes invade Tampa, led by the pirate ship Jose Gasparilla II, with Mayor Jane Castor surrendering the key to the city to Ye Mystic Krewe. Thousands of people lined the parade route, scrambling for beads and enjoying the floats and festivities as the pirates celebrated their victory with a parade along Bayshore Boulevard into downtown Tampa.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#celebration#event#gasparilla
crimelocal-news1 year ago

"Gasparilla 2024: Arrests, Ejections, and Pirate Invasions"

During the 2024 Gasparilla festivities in Hillsborough County, Florida, one person was arrested for boating under the influence, and two others were ejected for unknown reasons. The sheriff's office reported that no deputies were injured during the parade, and Sheriff Chad Chronister expressed gratitude for the smooth execution of the event by the Sheriff's Office.

via WFLA|
#arrest#crimelocal-news#festivities
event1 year ago

Gasparilla 2024: Tampa's Pirate Parade and Security Measures

Gasparilla 2024 is underway in Tampa, with over 300,000 people expected to join the pirate parade along Bayshore Boulevard. The Jose Gasparilla pirate ship has docked, and Mayor Jane Castor has surrendered the key to the city to Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla, kicking off the festivities. Attendees are enjoying the warm weather and festivities, with live updates, photos, and more being shared throughout the day. Various events, including the pirate invasion, parade, and pirate fest, are scheduled, with tips for parking, alcohol, and packing provided for attendees.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#event#festivities#gasparilla