Florida Sheriff’s Helicopter Helps Troopers Arrest Sideshow Drivers

The racers took over an intersection in Riverview, Florida, and performed stunts with their vehicles while shooting off fireworks.

September 4, 2024

Helicopter view of sideshow in Riverside, Florida, the night of August 31, 2024.Helicopter view of sideshow in Riverside, Florida, the night of August 31, 2024.Hillsborough County SO

Last week, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office used its helicopter unit to help Florida Highway Patrol track and arrest street racers participating in a large sideshow.

The racers took over an intersection in Riverview, Florida, and performed stunts with their vehicles while shooting off fireworks.

Nine participants were arrested, the HCSO said on Facebook.

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