On Saturday, February 4, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) launched a nine-hour operation focused on street racing charges.
According to officials, "Operation Takeback" resulted in 158 total stops, 60 citations, 114 warnings, and nine arrests.
Five firearms, a bulletproof vest, and a "large amount of ammunition" were taken from those arrested.
HCSO impounded seven vehicles, five of which were placed on a 30-day hold with a towing company.
“Operations like these are essential to the safety of our community,” Sheriff Chad Chronister said in a statement. “Drivers who participate in these events are often driving at excessive speeds, which could easily result in a loss of control leading to an injury or a fatality. Those who choose to attend these events often overlook the potential risks, not realizing that as a bystander they are also in danger. Our agency will continue to do whatever is necessary to send a message to those involved that this is not acceptable in our county.”
