Help for Deputy Manuel Santos Family

Hello, my name is Monica and I am a close friend of the family.

On November 9th, 2023 at 7:44 AM, Hillsborough County Sherrif’s Office Deputy Manuel Santos was dispatched to a mental health crisis call. At the scene, Deputy Santos and a fellow deputy were struck with a car by the subject. He sustained severe injuries and will be undergoing surgery in the foreseeable future.

This GoFundMe is to help the Santos family with any food, bills and or other services they may need during this hard time. Any amount of contribution will help out tremendously and will be greatly appreciated.

On behalf of the Santos family, thank you for your support. Please keep the Santos family in your thoughts and prayers.

UPDATE 11/11/2023:

Deputy Manuel Santos was able to go home from the hospital today. He is recovering with his family. The Santos family thanks and appreciates everyone who has generously donated to them during this hard time.

Please see link for the full story from

the Sheriff’s office: https://www.teamhcso.com/News/PressRelease/4b5c9fdd-2d07-4a8a-a2bf-a8aeb49c71d4/23-198?utm_source&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=https%3A%2F%2Fteamhcso.com%2FNews%2FPressRelease%2F6e060d24-ab90-4799-8bd3-abf646552815%2F23-106&utm_content=ap_k0dru6xjtw