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NewsFox 13 News (WTVT) — All NewsJuly 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, 57, was arrested on Saturday in Ruskin.
  • The suspect was wearing a Superman costume at the time of the arrest.
  • The suspect is a convicted felon.
  • The suspect was charged with burglary of an unoccupied conveyance.
  • The suspect was charged with first-degree petit theft.
  • The suspect admitted to entering the boat and taking three items.
  • The stolen items consisted of several power tools.
  • The burglary occurred on a boat anchored behind the owner's home.

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.”