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NewsWFLA (NBC 8) — Local NewsAugust 18, 2026Hillsborough

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrests 17-time convicted felon in narcotics sting

Detectives with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrested a 17-time convicted felon on Tuesday following an undercover narcotics operation. The individual was taken into custody after being found in possession of a significant quantity of illegal drugs.

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Why It Matters

This arrest represents a law enforcement action involving a repeat offender, impacting local public safety and the ongoing narcotics enforcement efforts in Hillsborough County.

Key Facts

  • The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office conducted an undercover narcotics sting.
  • The suspect arrested is a 17-time convicted felon.
  • The arrest took place on Tuesday.
  • The suspect was found in possession of a large amount of illegal drugs.

Who's Mentioned

organizationHillsborough County Sheriff's Office“Law enforcement agency that conducted the investigation and arrest”locationTampa“Location of the news report”other17“Number of prior felony convictions”other40“Age of the suspect”personAnthony Schwebel“40-year-old suspect arrested on drug trafficking charges”