Impacts to East Central Florida from Hurricane Ian will begin as early as tonight (Tuesday), with flooding rain, tropical storm force winds & tornados as the main threats. All hurricane preparations should be completed as soon as possible. Floridians are encouraged to have at least 7 days of...

IMPORTANT SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT: DeLand High School & DeLand Police Department are jointly committed to ensuring citizens’ safety while attending DeLand High School football games. Florida law prohibits firearms at school-sponsored events, including sporting events. To ensure compliance with the...

This week, DeLand Police Department Sergeant Jason Floryance and Detective Jackson Miller were recognized by the Volusia Sheriff's Office for their work on a theft case that occurred in March. The case involved approximately $27,000 worth of stolen cable taken from a DeLand business. Through...

Last night, at the DeLand City Commission meeting, DeLand Police and Firefighters were recognized for saving the life of a community member who attempted suicide by hanging from the radio tower outside of the FDOT building on South Woodland Boulevard on March 30. Upon initial arrival, DeLand Fire...

Last week, members of DPD participated in a Climate and Wellness Campaign alongside the Volusia Recovery Alliance, Pierson Farmworker's Association, Farmer Workers Association of Florida, and the Volusia Sheriff's Office. During the two-day campaign, participants met with farmworkers in the Pierson...