NewsWFLA (NBC 8) — Pinellas CountyAugust 11, 2026Pinellas
Pinellas County deputy kills woman in kidnapping incident
A Pinellas County deputy, identified as 47-year-old Troy Savetz, kidnapped and killed a mother of two at her home in Hudson. The deputy was subsequently found dead at the scene.
Read the full story at WFLA (NBC 8) — Pinellas CountyWhy It Matters
This incident involves the death of a civilian and the suicide of a law enforcement officer, raising questions regarding public safety and internal oversight within the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
Key Facts
- A Pinellas County deputy named Troy Savetz kidnapped and killed a mother of two.
- The suspect, Troy Savetz, was 47 years old.
- The incident took place at the victim's home in Hudson.
- The suspect was found dead in the front yard of the victim's home.
- The victim and her children had spent the day at the beach prior to the incident.
Who's Mentioned
personBob Gualtieri“Pinellas County Sheriff who condemned the actions”personTroy Savetz“Pinellas County deputy involved in the murder-suicide”organizationPinellas County Sheriff's Office“Employer of the suspect”locationHudson“Location of the victim's home”locationPinellas County“Jurisdiction of the deputy involved.”locationPlatinum Drive“Location where the bodies were found”other47“Age of the suspect”other24“Age of a person previously saved by the suspect”