Comments on: Tampa Bay Fox 13 News Anchor Russell Rhodes Arrested (Photos)

By: Sam Swaim

Sam Swaim — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 16:36:53 +0000

After having had a chance to looked at the mug shot of Russell Rhodes. I see inconsistences with the bruises on Mr. Rhodes face and the story, as it is being told, by the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Department. The Sheriff’s Department claims Mr. Rhodes received the bruises when he was thrown down on his face one time. The bruises to the lower right hand side of his face (his mouth and nose) are consistent with being thrown on his face. The bruises to his left eye are consistent with having been hit with a straight blunt object by a right handed person (note the straight mark under his left eye.) The eye injury looks suspiciously like a night stick or a flashlight. I don’t think we are getting the full story……… Since the widespread use of video cameras, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Department has had some very embarrassing notariety. Hillsborough is where the jailer, in the now famous video, was caught throwing a paraplegic man (face first) out of his wheelchair, while booking him into jail. Because, he refused to stand up. Any judgement we make about Mr. Rhodes must be balanced against the checkered history of the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Department.

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By: sam

sam — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 14:06:25 +0000

i agree with steve, why the cover up??????????

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By: Steve

Steve — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:33:22 +0000

Yeah! I’m happy he’s back, but Fox and any other media will pick pick pick anyone else about the details and the inside story, not to mention the back of the story! Doesn’t seem right they treat themselves different.If the are going to put the screws to any other story I want the rest of this Story. Not satisfied Steve

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By: Jenn

Jenn — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:11:29 +0000

YAY! He is back on and appologised. It takes cajones to get up on national TV and say you are sorry and thanks for the support. He does not HAVE to tell us anything as far as the details.

We will eventually know how it all pans out, but for now he is back and has a job. I am glad too because Russell makes the show, he made it a truly good day!!!

We love you Russell and are praying for you!
Thank you FOX for keeping him, he is a true asset to your team!

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By: Steve

Steve — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:17:43 +0000

I can’t believe we hear nothing, what about his pants undone? Was he alone? What happened with the Blood test? What happened to the off Duty Cop that beat the crap out of him? He just showed up on air and I heard nothing! What are they hiding or perhaps covering up!I get a kick out of his goofy shucks way about him, and his gush gush with his guest. but I just want this story finished! Steve

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By: sharon mcgill

sharon mcgill — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 23:05:44 +0000

i agree who ever did that to his face should be charged. i think they use to much force in some cases.i listen to ham radio and they are saying same thing as i said. sure do miss him,he a good personality,hope he is back on soon,please dont fire him. sharon

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By: Roger

Roger — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 23:43:46 +0000

So there is no such thing as an “off duty” officer? It is definitely encouraging to see that most people think the cop was out of line and TOO rough. Thanks to our government no one can make a mistake anymore. Have no doubt that he is a hero to his fellow officers for “stopping” such a dangerous person. Why use reason when you can beat someone up. I hope Russell presses charges against the officer, he’s harmed his ability to work by inflicting damage on his appearance. Good luck Russell!

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By: Barbara

Barbara — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 23:09:35 +0000

I Love Russell and he made a mistake. Did Bob Hite lose his job after his DUI arrest?? No, people make mistakes and the pressure of today’s economy who knows what they would do in that situation. He made a mistake and he’ll pay the penalty according to law, hopefully Fox 13 will realize that. If not I may have to go back to watching Channel 8. I miss Bob too.

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By: Jocelyne

Jocelyne — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 14:07:11 +0000

I’m a snowbird and I always look forward to coming back to Tampa area and enjoy Russell Rhodes on Fox 13, I agree with Jenn, leave him alone, and Fox13 I hope I will still be watching you every morning with Russell Rhodes as the news anchorman.

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By: Jenn

Jenn — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:17:41 +0000

Yea it does seem like excessive force to me! Everyone makes mistakes and no one is perfect. He had a lack in judgment and did not feel he was above the law but in panic mode because of where he works knowing this would ruin his reputation and more.

We love you Russell! Fox13, please do not get rid of him!!!!

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