Crime & Safety

Top Crime Stories in Land O' Lakes 2012

Here's a look at the local crime stories that grabbed the attention of Land O' Lakes Patch readers in 2012.

Land O' Lakes Patch readers know how common crime – and crime news – can be in Florida. But there were some local stories in 2012 that grabbed the attention of local residents and didn't let go.

Here's a look at some of the most-read crime stories of 2012 on Land O' Lakes Patch:

Ichiban Buffet Waitress Stabbed

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Released Inmate Accused of Breaking into Deputy's Car

Tree-Climber Arrested After 11-Hour Standoff

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Naked Man Arrested for Banging on Doors

Pasco Fire Captain ‘Relieved of Duty’ After 2nd Arrest

Fire Captain Charged in Standoff Back on Duty

Suspected Spice Lab Explodes at Lutz Home

Human Remains Identified as Missing Wesley Chapel Woman

Black Friday Shopper Arrested After Line Cutting

Man Hit 1-Year-Old 'With All His Might'

Teen Beaten with Crutch Taken from Bystander


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