TAMPA, Fla. — Law enforcement agencies from across the Tampa Bay area are ready for the thousands of pirates taking to the streets this weekend for Gasparilla.
Tampa Police Corporal Jacob Gonzalez met with the media on Thursday to highlight how the DUI unit will be out in full force this weekend.
Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) said it will use drones, K-9, SWAT, and aviation units at Gasparilla and the surrounding areas to aid in safey at the event. HCSO will also meet with the media to showcase preparations for the event.
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"It's gonna be probably a 30% difference of more customers, and that's a big difference for small businesses," said Bill Georgiou has owned The Burg Bar & Grill on Central Avenue for 17 years.
