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Deputies Shot in Ruskin: Suspect Also Injured
17 Jul
Summary
- Two deputies were shot in Ruskin, Florida.
- The injured deputies were airlifted to a hospital.
- A suspect was also shot and is receiving medical care.

Two Hillsborough County Sheriff's deputies were shot in Ruskin, Florida, on Thursday. The incident occurred on West Point Road near U.S. 41. Both deputies were airlifted to Tampa General Hospital for treatment.
Authorities confirmed that a suspect involved in the shooting was also injured and is being transported to a hospital. Sheriff Chad Chronister stated that the public is not currently in any danger. The Sheriff's office is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting and will release further details as they become available.