Deland Police Department Employee Spotlight - School Resource Officer Ryan Riedinger 

Officer Riedinger is assigned to DeLand Middle School and has been a DPD officer since 2020. He is a vital part of our department's efforts to make a positive impact on youth in the local community. 

1. What made you want to become a Police Officer?
I want to protect the community and be a positive influence.  

2. What is your favorite thing about DPD?
I love how involved the PD is with the community. For example: the cadet program, police athletic league, school resource officers, DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education), and the several events put on by DPD every year. 

3. What is your favorite food and why?
Taco salad, because it has everything you need and love mixed into one, meat, vegetables, proteins, and hot sauce. 

4. What is your favorite thing to do when you are not on the job?
I like being outdoors, riding mountain bikes, skateboarding, and camping.