NewsFOX 13 Tampa BayAugust 11, 2026Hillsborough
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrests two adults following drug discovery in warehouse with children
Hillsborough County deputies arrested two individuals after discovering narcotics, drug paraphernalia, and three young children inside a warehouse in the University area. The suspects were taken into custody while leaving the property during the execution of a search warrant on Sunday.
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The incident highlights local law enforcement activity regarding narcotics distribution and child endangerment in the University area of Hillsborough County.
Key Facts
- Deputies executed a search warrant at a warehouse in the 13000 block of North Nebraska Avenue on Sunday.
- Joshua Reed-Acton (24) and Amanda Martinez (26) were arrested while leaving the warehouse.
- Investigators found narcotics and drug paraphernalia inside the warehouse.
- Three children, aged 5, 3, and 1, were found inside the warehouse near the drugs.
- Joshua Reed-Acton faces a charge of delivery of a Schedule I controlled substance within 1,000 feet of a convenience store.
- The Sheriff's Office has not disclosed the current location or status of the three children.
Who's Mentioned
organizationHillsborough County Sheriff's Office“The law enforcement agency that conducted the investigation and arrests.”personAmanda Martinez“Suspect arrested at the scene, age 26.”personJoshua Reed-Acton“Suspect arrested at the scene, age 24.”personChad Chronister“Hillsborough County Sheriff.”location13000 block of North Nebraska Avenue“Location of the warehouse where the search warrant was served.”