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Pasco Sheriff's Office wants citizens to be aware of debit card pin scams. When using debit cards PSO encourages citizens to review the tips below. These precautions can keep your personal information safe and prevent you from becoming a victim of a scam when making purchases.

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Internet safety has never been more important in today's digital world. Apps, social media and other platforms can help people connect, but they can also present potential dangers for our most vulnerable citizens. Pasco Sheriff's Office compiled a list of apps that parents and guardians should be aware of. If your child has these apps, learn how they work and talk with your child about the importance of being safe online.

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Pasco Sheriff's Office is sharing this event on behalf of the Rotary Club of Wesley Chapel. Honored as this year's local hero is our very own Sergeant Ryan Jackson!

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Many citizens frequently ask our deputies about the rules and regulations surrounding golf carts. With today being National Golf Cart Day, it’s an ideal time to address the most common questions we receive. If you currently operate or plan to operate a golf cart, please take a moment to review the information below. Pasco Sheriff’s Office also recommends reading the Florida State Statutes related to golf carts for additional guidance.

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Update: Spillman was found and is safe.

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Pasco Sheriff's deputies are currently searching for Matthew Spillman, a missing 44-year-old. Spillman is 6’0”, around 150 lbs., with blue eyes, and brown hair. Spillman was last seen on July 16, around 2 a.m., in the Madison St. area of New Port Richey. It is unknown what Spillman was last seen wearing. If you have any information on Spillman's whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7, or report tips online at https://t.co/1Cgj9MbukR.

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Sheriff Chris Nocco providing a community awareness update.

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Update: Garland was found and is safe.
Pasco Sheriff's deputies are currently searching for Brittany Garland, a missing/endangered 35-year-old. Garland is 5'3", around 145 lbs., with black hair, and blue eyes. Garland was last seen on July 27, around 7 a.m., in the Media Ln. area of Hudson. It is unknown what Garland was last seen wearing. If you have any information on Garland’s whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff's Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7, or report tips online at https://t.co/1Cgj9Mc2ap.

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If you're facing a challenge with mental health, substance use or other challenges, you're not alone and there is help available for you within our community. Check out our list of community-based resources to give you a place to start: https://t.co/mfJQG1Kaeq

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Pasco Sheriff's deputies are currently searching for John Slayback, a missing 50-year-old. Slayback is 5’10”, around 275 lbs., with blue eyes, and brown hair. Slayback was last seen on June 21, in the Rowan Rd. and Massachusetts Ave. area of New Port Richey. It is unknown what Slayback was last seen wearing. If you have any information on Slayback whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7, or report tips online at https://t.co/1Cgj9MbukR.

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PSO responded to a suspicious person call in the area of Cypress Ridge Blvd., area of Wesley Chapel on July 25. Around 9:35 p.m., in which an individual was walking around reported to have a firearm. Upon arrival deputies located the individual and determined the firearm was a BB gun. There's no public safety threat and no additional information is available at this time.

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Pasco Sheriff's deputies are currently searching for Mirahj Criswell, a missing/runaway 17-year-old. Criswell is 5’8”, around 160 lbs., with brown eyes, and black hair. Criswell was last seen on July 24, around 8:35 p.m., in the Thames Pl. area of Lutz. Criswell was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black pants, white socks, and black Slides. If you have any information on Criswell’s whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7, or report tips online at https://t.co/1Cgj9MbukR.

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Update: Criswell was found and is safe.

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Pasco Sheriff's deputies are currently searching for Mirahj Criswell, a missing/runaway 16-year-old. Criswell is 5’8”, around 160 lbs., with brown eyes, and black hair. Criswell was last seen on July 20, around 6:30 p.m., in the Thames Pl. area of Lutz. Criswell was last seen wearing a black hoodie, white shirt, jean shorts, black socks, black slides, and carrying a black backpack. If you have any information on Criswell’s whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7, or report tips online at https://t.co/1Cgj9MbukR.

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Update: Whitworth was found and is safe.

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Pasco Sheriff's deputies are currently searching for Brandon Whitworth, a missing 49-year-old. Whitworth is 5’10”, around 178 lbs., with brown eyes, and brown hair. Whitworth was last seen on June 1, around noon, in the Teak St. area of New Port Richey. It is unknown what Whitworth was last seen wearing. If you have any information on Whitworth whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7, or report tips online at https://t.co/1Cgj9MbukR.

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This Saturday is National Hire a Veteran Day, and the Pasco Sheriff's Office is proud to be considered a Veterans Preferred Employer, as well as a "Patriotic Employer" by Employers Support for the Guard and Reserve. We currently employ over 200 veterans, certified and civilian, and many of our members still serve our nation proudly while employed at PSO. Start your application today at https://t.co/qMB6wG9tvX and be a part of the team that keeps our community safe!

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Update: An arrest has been made in this case.

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ATTEMPT TO IDENTIFY: On July 19, around 3:05 p.m., an unknown white male, pictured here, attempted to unlawfully enter a residence in the 9100 block of Bullrush Ct. in New Port Richey. The suspect removed a window screen, damaged a door frame, and left in an unknown direction.

This incident is believed to be related to case 26022485, where a similar suspect was involved.

If you know the identity of the suspect, submit a tip to the Pasco Sheriff’s Crime Tips Line at 1-800-706-2488 and refer to case number 26025478, or submit a tip online at https://t.co/iYboggWCuw.

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Pasco Sheriff’s Office is seeing an increase in auto burglaries in our area. As a reminder, please remove all valuables from your car, close your windows and lock the doors to your car each night. #9PMRoutine

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Scalloping season is open in Pasco County, and the Pasco Sheriff's Office encourages everyone to review the following tips to help keep our waterways safe. We also ask citizens to please follow fishing advisories, boating regulations, and guidelines. For more information, visit https://t.co/AjMEkNtCtg.

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Pasco Sheriff's deputies are currently searching for Chase Newman, a missing 42-year-old. Newman is 5’7”, around 150 lbs., with hazel eyes, and black hair. Newman was last seen on June 1, around 11 a.m., in the El Camino Real Ave. area of Port Richey. Newman was last seen wearing a shirt, shorts and black high top sneakers. If you have any information on Newman whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7, or report tips online at https://t.co/1Cgj9MbukR.

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Pasco Sheriff's deputies are currently searching for Brandon Whitworth, a missing 49-year-old. Whitworth is 5’10”, around 178 lbs., with brown eyes, and brown hair. Whitworth was last seen on June 1, around noon, in the Teak St. area of New Port Richey. It is unknown what Whitworth was last seen wearing. If you have any information on Whitworth whereabouts, please call the Pasco Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Line at 727-847-8102, option 7, or report tips online at https://t.co/1Cgj9MbukR.