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NewsFOX 13 Tampa BayJuly 29, 2026Hillsborough

Man in Superman costume arrested for boat burglary in Ruskin

A 57-year-old man was arrested by Hillsborough County deputies on Saturday after allegedly breaking into a boat in Ruskin. The suspect, who was wearing a Superman costume at the time of his arrest, admitted to taking items from the vessel.

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Why It Matters

A local resident reported a burglary of their boat, leading to the arrest of a suspect and the recovery of stolen property.

Key Facts

  • James Tidwell, a 57-year-old convicted felon, was arrested on Saturday in Ruskin.
  • The suspect was wearing a Superman costume at the time of the arrest.
  • The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office investigated a burglary of a boat anchored behind a private residence.
  • The suspect admitted to entering the boat and taking three items.
  • The suspect is charged with burglary of an unoccupied conveyance and first-degree petit theft.
  • The total monetary value of the stolen power tools has not been confirmed by authorities.

Who's Mentioned

organizationHillsborough County Sheriff's Office“The law enforcement agency that investigated the incident and made the arrest.”personJames Tidwell“The 57-year-old suspect arrested for the burglary.”locationRuskin“The location where the boat burglary occurred.”