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We heard that Luke and his family had a very difficult year. With the help of the
@VolusiaSheriff
we celebrated “Luke’s Day” by surprising him with some of his favorite things: a monster truck and race car.
#LukesDay
We figured everyone could use some lighthearted posts amid the global COVID-19 pandemic, so we'll be checking in on our K-9 squad occasionally to see how they're adjusting.
As you can see Lancelot is practicing self-isolation and also social distancing from Cpl. Godwin.
DeLand PD is currently on scene at the DeLand Airport. A male skydiver is deceased following a parachute malfunction and hard landing.
We will post more updates as they become available.
3:20 P.M. UPDATE: We can confirm this is a law enforcement involved shooting. One adult male is confirmed dead. No other injuries. No officers or deputies are injured.
More details will be released as they become available.
Sometimes you need a break from patrol to shoot some hoops! (We see you Officer McQueen 🤩🏀🗑️)
Thank you to the kids at Candlelight Oaks Park for letting us join in on a basketball game.
COMMUNITY ALERT: DeLand High School is currently under a Code Red lockdown as law enforcement officers respond to an unsubstantiated threat. DPD officers and VSO deputies are on scene. At this time, no threat has been located. Updates will be provided as they become available.
UPDATE: The lockdown has been lifted and the school has been cleared as law enforcement officers and K9s carefully swept through the campus and determined the threat to be unfounded. Thank you to everyone for their cooperation during this incident.
A majority of patrol from all four squads, along with command and administrative staff, are holding a briefing ahead of impacts from Hurricane Idalia.
Our officers are committed to keeping our community safe through whatever the storm may bring.
Stay safe, DeLand!
Please help us to identify this person who stole several musical instruments from McMahan Hall at
@StetsonU
today.
If you may know who this is, please contact Ofc. Scott at ScottD
@deland
.org.
DeLand High School is on lockdown as a precaution. Officers are on scene investigating an apparent rumor overhead at school. We will provide updates as we receive them.
COMMUNITY ALERT: There is a large police presence near the intersection of Woodland Boulevard and Euclid Avenue. Please avoid the area as we conduct a shooting investigation. Woodland Boulevard is shutdown. Updates will be provided as they become available.
Such heart breaking news as more lives have been taken too early in another senseless act of violence. We are grieving with our neighbors in South Florida.
#ParklandFlorida
We have determined the student that reported the apparent shooting threat at DeLand High this afternoon made up the entire story. That student will be charged as a juvenile with disruption of a school function.
Today is
#SchoolResourceOfficerAppreciationday
!
We'd like to thank DPD Officer Bice and Officer Riedinger -- and all SROs -- for the work they do to protect our schools and build a strong connection with our youth.
There is a large police presence near Beresford Ave and Florida Ave as officers and deputies respond to an incident involving a subject in a vehicle with a gun. We have shut down nearby roadways. Please avoid the area. We do not believe there is any imminent danger to the public.
We had a great time seeing all the families that came out this morning for the Mayor’s Backpack Giveaway! As summer wraps up, we’re wishing you a safe and fun school year!
Our officers made it a brighter holiday for families in our area as a part of Operation Christmas Cheer 🎄🎅🏻 we hope our residents have a safe and happy Christmas with family and friends!
Lock your car doors!
@ChiefDeLandPD
wants to remind residents about the importance of locking your car doors. This week, several residents reported car break-ins, including 3 where guns were stolen. In all cases, the cars were left unlocked.
The murder suspect - 25-year-old Alonzo Harkness - was taken into custody this afternoon in Daytona Beach. He is being charged with second-degree murder for shooting and killing his stepfather Saturday night.
Fun morning at the range! Today we hosted the Stetson Women’s Soccer Team, taking them through an obstacle course and showing them our shooting simulator. All participants did an outstanding job! Thank you for coming to our range, Stetson!
It's National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! Thank you to our brave law enforcement officers who risk their lives each and every day to protect our communities.
#LawEnforcementAppreciationDay
#DeLand
Our Facebook page recently hit a big milestone - 10,000 followers! We hope our social media pages help keep you updated on what's happening in our community. Another way to stay connected is our website - CrimeWatch TV:
Police Chief Jason Umberger will give a briefing today at 1:30 p.m. about the recent violence in the Spring Hill community and proactive measures being taken by PD,
@VolusiaSheriff
and others.
Amid a wave of shootings in the Spring Hill area of
@CityofDeLand
, law enforcement is out in force to stop the violence.
The Sheriff's Office and
@DeLandPD
are working together to put an end to this outbreak of violence.
Officers responding to bomb threat at Dunkin Donuts on S. Woodland Blvd. Store and parking lot have been evacuated. We are asking people to stay away from that area. More updates will follow as they become available.
West Volusia PAL's Homework Club finished up their summer camp today with a tour of the DeLand Police Department. Our guests even got to meet K-9 Daro!
As we all grapple with changes to our lives during the COVID-19 pandemic, the DeLand Police Department is committed to serving our residents by keeping everyone safe during this trying time.
Thank you Citrus Grove Elementary for inviting Ofc. Pasley and Sgt. Tagle from the Community Engagement Unit for
#literacyweek2023
this morning. Readers are leaders!
UPDATE: The DeLand Police Department captured "Fugitive of the Week" Yezid Antonio Conrado-Valest Wednesday evening thanks to a CrimeWatch tip. We would like to thank the community for assisting with our efforts.
Malik Hinson (DOB 3/21/01) and Keyon Bacon (DOB 5/20/00) were arrested last night in connection with the shootings on W Volusia Avenue and Euclid Avenue.
Both are being held at the Volusia County Jail. Hinson is being held with no bond, Bacon is being held with a $1,000 bond.
NEW OFFICER: Join us in welcoming Officer Jashual Aymat to the force. He was sworn in this morning! Welcome Officer Aymat! Thank you for your commitment to serve our city.
⚠️ PD and FD units are currently working a motor vehicle accident at South Woodland Boulevard and East New Hampshire Avenue. Please avoid the area until further notice. ⚠️
DeLand Police are investigating an apparent homicide. This afternoon an individual was found deceased in their vehicle outside a Walgreens at the corner of East New York and South Amelia Avenue. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
The motorcyclist in Thursday’s fatal wreck has been identified as Jonathan Lee Swallows, 30 of DeLand. He worked briefly as a police officer for the department in 2011. Our thoughts are with his family as they deal with this loss.
The DeLand Police Department mourns with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office and the family of Sgt. Michael Kunovich. Please keep them in your thoughts during this difficult time.
At approximately 9:00pm on May 19, 2023, SJSO Sergeant Michael Kunovich made contact with a male subject in the 2500 block of SR16 in St. Augustine. During the encounter, a physical altercation occurred and additional deputies responded. (1/3)
Breakfast and some tunes from DPD’s own Captain Dice? Now that’s a great time! 👏🏽Thank you Woodland Towers for hosting a First Responders Appreciation Breakfast this morning! It is an honor to serve this city and your support means a lot to us!
Currently searching for Jeffrey Staker (58yrs) who suffers from dementia. He was last seen about 3 hrs ago in the 700 blk of S Stone St.
He was last seen wearing a light colored shirt, shorts, flip flops, and may be with a brown bassett hound dog.
Contact us if you see him.
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK: DPD is looking for Wayne Hal Jones Jr. who has a felony warrant in reference to Aggravated Battery (pregnant person), False Imprisonment and Domestic Battery by Strangulation. Click on the picture to learn how to submit a tip.
UPDATE: The hold has been lifted. No threat was located on campus. We will continue to have police presence at the school as a precaution. Thank you all for your cooperation. Our detectives will investigate the incident.
Update: Megan Robert has been taken into custody and another person has been charged with harboring a fugitive.
Thank you everyone helping resolve this case.
Stay safe this weekend!
DeLand High lockdown has been lifted. Officers searched every classroom. Information that was provided has not been confirmed as factual. Officers will continue their investigation.
A reminder that school starts Monday for Volusia County students! Remember, slow down and allow plenty of time getting to and from your destination. Below is a graphic from the
@FLHSMV
showing how to properly share the road with school buses.
#DeLandPolice
Currently searching for Jeffrey Staker (58yrs) who suffers from dementia. He was last seen about 3 hrs ago in the 700 blk of S Stone St.
He was last seen wearing a light colored shirt, shorts, flip flops, and may be with a brown bassett hound dog.
Contact us if you see him.
Violence like what unfolded in
#ThousandsOaks
is becoming all too familiar. We are heartbroken for
@VENTURASHERIFF
and their staff as well as the families of those affected by this tragedy.
The Latest: A law enforcement official says authorities identified a 29-year-old man as the gunman that killed 12 people at a California bar. They say he deployed a smoke device and used a .45-caliber handgun.
SKYDIVING INCIDENT: At 11:50 a.m., DeLand police officers responded to 1600 Flightline Boulevard following a “hard landing” involving a 24-year-old male parachutist. The man was transported to the hospital to be treated for his injuries. This investigation is ongoing.
The DeLand Police Department is currently searching for Yahtzel Nicole Rosario (23 years old). She has been missing for approximately 2 hours. She was last seen near the Hazen Rd/Plymouth Ave area.
She has a diminished mental capacity and may be wandering around the area.
TRAFFIC ALERT: DeLand Police units are responding to a traffic crash on International Speedway Boulevard near the intersection of North Garfield Avenue. Please be careful driving in the area.