Eatonville Florida Police Department

09/15/2026

The Eatonville Police Department represented in the 25th Remembrance of the 9/11 attacks of the twin towers in New York.

09/15/2026

TRAFFIC ANNOUNCEMENT
The flooding has receded and Wymore Road has been reopened both North and Southbound.

09/14/2026

TRAFFIC ANNOUNCEMENT
Until further notice, Wymore Road southbound at Kennedy Boulevard and Northbound at WESH Channel 2 are shut down due to heavy rain and flooding. Detours are West to Forest City Road and East to Orlando Avenue.

Updates TBA.

08/20/2026

08/15/2026

Training builds TRUST!

The Eatonville Police Department recently conducted comprehensive Active Shooter Response and Building Search Training as part of the Department’s continued commitment to officer readiness, operational effectiveness, and community safety.

The training provided officers with realistic scenarios designed to strengthen their ability to respond quickly and effectively during critical incidents. Officers practiced coordinated response techniques, building searches, team movement, communication, threat identification, and decision-making under rapidly changing conditions.

08/12/2026

Extreme Heat Bulletin

The Eatonville Police Department continues to stress and encourage effective practices for heat exposure and exhaustion. The major heat wave is expected through this weekend, with below-normal rain chances, high pressure aloft, and high humidity creating unusually hot conditions through at least the weekend.
Heat Advisory Issued Again for East Central Florida.

Afternoon temperatures in the mid 90s, combined with high humidity, will produce peak heat indices of 108 to 112 degrees across the advisory area. The greatest heat impacts are expected along and north of the I-4 corridor.

A Heat Advisory has been issued for all of east central Florida from 10 AM-8 PM today. Additional heat Advisories will be likely through at least Friday.

A Major Heat Risk is forecast across portions of east central Florida into the weekend, meaning heat-related impacts are possible for anyone without adequate cooling or hydration. If spending extended periods outdoors, take frequent breaks in the shade or in air conditioning and stay well hydrated.

08/08/2026

A friendly reminder that the disaster sales tax exemption is in effect year-round!

SELECT disaster preparedness supplies remain tax-free for Florida residents!

Take advantage of the savings & prepare for hurricane season by stocking up on essentials like batteries, tarps, smoke detectors & more!

To see the full list of eligible items, visit tinyurl.com/2s37amk9

08/05/2026

The Eatonville Police Department sends condolences to the Leesburg Police Department Family, who lost one of their staff, Sergeant John Hollowell:

Yesterday morning, we received the sad and tragic news that LPD Sergeant John Hollowell passed away suddenly, in Ocala.

After serving our nation in the United States Army, Sergeant Hollowell began his career with the Leesburg Police Department on October 17, 2002. Sergeant Hollowell served with great pride and zeal throughout his twenty-four-year career, and he received multiple awards and commendations for his outstanding service. During his tenure, he worked as a K9 handler, SWAT officer, Task Force Officer, and as a Criminal Investigator before taking over Squad 3 as their patrol sergeant in August of 2024.

Sergeant Hollowell was a courageous leader and was well-loved by everyone at the police department. More importantly, John was a devoted family man to his wife, Carla, and a dedicated father to his children, Chase and Abigail. He often spoke about his family with deep dedication and devotion.

While Sergeant Hollowell ended his journey on earth yesterday, his legacy will continue on through the officers he mentored and the family he so deeply loved. Please, keep his family, friends and colleagues in your prayers during this difficult time...Thank you.

08/04/2026

SAVE THE DATE!!