This week Chief Jason Umberger recognized DeLand Police officers and professional staff members for their outstanding work in serving the citizens of DeLand. From unwavering dedication during a homicide investigation to safely finding a missing child - we applaud our officers and professional staff for their great work! 

Medal of Valor: Lt. Justin Allen
Medal of Merit: Det. Kyle Welch

Life Saving Award: Cpl. Damon Clark and K9 Midnight, Ofc. Daisy Lowery, Ofc. Rafael Amaya Alfonso, Cpt. Mike Quinn.

Letter of Commendations: Sgt. Jason Floryance, Sgt. Julian Rioz, Det. Alisha Burger, Det. Kem Ramkissoon, Det. Joey Sanchez, Sgt. Josh Santos, Sgt. Michael Mirino, Sgt. Tony Tagle, Ofc. Rave Frage, Ofc. Dylan Scott, Ofc. Devin Greene, Ofc. Stephanie Nelson, Ofc. Bobby Winland, Lt. Justin Allen, Lt. Michael Stacy

Civilian of the Quarter: Ronda Rountree. 

Unit Commendation: Lt. Whittier, Lt. Allen, Det. Kyle Welch, Sgt. Julian Rioz, Det. Alisha Burger, Sgt. Jason Floryance, Det. Ken Ramkissoon, Det. Joey Sanchez, Sgt. Michael Mirino, Sgt. John Rutherford, Ofc. Ryan Riedenger, Ofc. Payton Loveless, Ofc. Terriona Gilbert, Ofc. Lamar Phillips, Ofc. Dylan Scott, Cpl. Roger Spires, Ofc. Stephanie Nelson, Ofc. Corey Muller, Ofc. Jermaine McQueen, Carol Hunter, Thomas Moore, Gina Place.