2010 Parade Honoree

Corporal Mike Roberts of the Tampa Police Dept, died in the line of duty during a confrontation in Sulfur Springs on August 19, 2009. A native of Clearwater, Cpl. Roberts joined the Tampa Police Dept. in 1998 and served as a patrol officer until 2005, when he became a canine officer. The same year he was awarded the Life Saving Award. He was promoted to the rank of Corporal in July, 2009. Cpl. Roberts joined the Army Reserve in 1998 and was promptly sent to Bosnia which delayed his entry into TPD. He completed is military obligation as a member of the Air Force Reserves.

Corporal Roberts is survived by his wife Cynthia and their 4 year old son Adam. Family members will ride in the Honoree car leading the parade.