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LakelandPD The official page of the Lakeland Police Department. This is the official page of the Lakeland Police Department (LPD) in Lakeland, Florida.

The agency employs 253 sworn officers and 119 civilian support personnel. The department serves approximately 110,000+ people inside the city’s 75 square-mile response area. This page was created to provide people who live, work, and play in the Lakeland area, or others with an interest in the Police Department, access to information about LPD and a platform to interact with the department. This p

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Congratulations and welcome to the team! 🚔We proudly welcomed Seven Police Officers and a Public Safety Aid during a swe...
09/05/2026

Congratulations and welcome to the team! 🚔

We proudly welcomed Seven Police Officers and a Public Safety Aid during a swearing-in ceremony. We are honored to have them join the LakelandPD family and grateful for their commitment to serving our community.

Thank you for taking the oath to protect and serve the citizens of Lakeland! 💙

📣 Join Us This Saturday, September 5th, at the Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market! The Lakeland Citizens Police Acade...
09/04/2026

📣 Join Us This Saturday, September 5th, at the Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market!

The Lakeland Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association will be there from 8 AM to 1 PM. Browse our popular K-9 plush dogs, and shop a variety of K-9 merch and our Motor Unit t-shirt!

You'll also be able to PURCHASE TICKETS IN PERSON for the 18th Annual Honoring Heroes Steak Dinner & Silent Auction!

Come say hello! See you at the market! 🐾💙

One Pawsome Day! 🐶Sergeant Skillman, K9 Officers Collins and Rethwisch stopped by Excel Christian Academy to visit these...
09/04/2026

One Pawsome Day! 🐶

Sergeant Skillman, K9 Officers Collins and Rethwisch stopped by Excel Christian Academy to visit these adorable preschoolers!

The little ones had just finished learning all about community helpers, so they got to meet two very special helpers, K9s Kodiak and Dean!

The students learned about what police K9s do and enjoyed watching a quick demonstration from each of our four-legged partners.

Lots of smiles, wagging tails, and maybe a few new K9 fans were made today!

🚨Cold Case Investigation🚨Help Identify Who Killed Karen BadgerOn May 20, 1984, Karen Badger’s decomposed body was locate...
09/03/2026

🚨Cold Case Investigation🚨Help Identify Who Killed Karen Badger

On May 20, 1984, Karen Badger’s decomposed body was located underneath a piece of carpet in a vacant field in the 700 block of E. Robson Rd. She was reported missing on May 7, 1984, by her niece. At the time of her murder, Badger lived at 1121 Martin Luther King, Apartment 158, Lakeland, Florida. She graduated from Kathleen High School and had just started working at Burger King on East Memorial Boulevard. The manner of death indicates a homicide.

If you have information regarding this case and wish to remain anonymous, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers in one of four ways:

CALL 1-888-400 TIPS (8477)
DIAL **TIPS from your cell phone
VISIT the website www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip,"
DOWNLOAD the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet.
You will always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a cash reward if your information leads to an arrest.

You can also contact Civilian Investigator Gary Gross at [email protected] or call 863-834-8959. Even small details could help push this case forward. Tips leading to an arrest may be eligible for a reward. Help us bring justice to the family of Karen Badger.

Think before you Drink & Drive! Last weekend our officers responded to three incidents in which crashes happened as a re...
09/03/2026

Think before you Drink & Drive!

Last weekend our officers responded to three incidents in which crashes happened as a result of DUI drivers. All three drivers were arrested. In two of the crashes, innocent people were impacted by the DUI driver’s choice to drive. All of these could have been avoided.

Jordan Vega was charged with the following: Driving Under the Influence M2, DUI with Property Damage M1, Leaving the Scene of a Crash Involving Property Damage M2, Leaving the Scene of a Crash Involving Injury F3, Refusing to Submit to Blood Alcohol Test M2

Melissa Allen was charged with the following: Driving Under the Influence M2, DUI with Property Damage M1 (2 Counts), DUI .15 or higher M1

Antwan Houston was charged with the following: Driving Under the Influence M2, DUI with Property Damage M1

Labor Day weekend is coming up. Plan ahead. There are many alternative ways to make it home safe if you’ve had something to drink. Make this holiday weekend safe for everyone!

Celebrating Jessica and 25+ Years of Dedicated Service!💙🎉Jessica began her Lakeland Police Department career in the Reco...
09/03/2026

Celebrating Jessica and 25+ Years of Dedicated Service!💙🎉

Jessica began her Lakeland Police Department career in the Records Department in 2000 through the High School Business Cooperative Education Program. In 2001, she joined the Records team full-time, where she proudly served for six years before transitioning to the 911 Emergency Communications Center in 2006.

Over the years, Jessica has continued to grow and make a difference, serving as a Communications Training Officer and Assistant Shift Lead before being promoted to Shift Lead in 2022.

When she’s not serving our community, Jessica enjoys crocheting, crafting, and spending quality time with her family.

We’re so happy to have you on , Jessica!
City of Lakeland, FL - Government

Books, Badges & School Supplies 📚Our Neighborhood Liaison Officers had a great time reading with this group of preschool...
09/02/2026

Books, Badges & School Supplies 📚

Our Neighborhood Liaison Officers had a great time reading with this group of preschoolers! The Lakeland Police Department is proud to be part of the Polk Heroes Literacy Program and sharing stories with the children at Hadley’s Early Education Preschool.

This month was extra special thanks to the Early Learning Coalition of Polk County, who donated these awesome bags filled with school supplies to help students start the new school year off right!

We’re grateful for partnerships like these that help our community’s youngest learners feel supported and ready to learn! 💙

🚨Attempted Murder in the 1st Degree On August 14, 2026, shortly after 11:00 p.m. Lakeland Police officers responded to a...
08/26/2026

🚨Attempted Murder in the 1st Degree

On August 14, 2026, shortly after 11:00 p.m. Lakeland Police officers responded to a shooting at a residence in the Westgate area of Lakeland. An unknown suspect shot into a side bedroom window of the residence, striking two of the six people inside. Three of the six inside were young children who fortunately were not injured. The two adult victims were transported to the hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries.

One of the victims felt it could be Treveon Raggs, who had made threats recently. Through a thorough investigation, detectives found surveillance video depicting a suspect, later identified as Raggs, arriving and leaving the scene in a vehicle.

Electronic evidence and surveillance camera footage provided detectives with enough evidence to secure the arrest warrant. Raggs was taken into custody at a residence in the Winter Haven area on the afternoon of August 24, 2026. Raggs charges are as follows:

Attempted Murder in the 1st Degree (6 counts)
Shooting into an Occupied Building
Discharge of a Firearm in a Residential Area
Aggravated Stalking After Court-Imposed Order
Written Threats to Kill or Injure
Violation of Pretrial Release Conditions
Unlawful Use of a 2-Way Communication Device
Armed Trespass
Child Abuse without Great Bodily Harm

Great teamwork by our responding Uniform Patrol Officers, Forensic Services Specialists and Criminal Investigations Detectives who serve our community with great passion for justice.

**** UPDATE: Aubree has been located safe. Thank you to everyone who helped get the word out. ****MISSING 12 YEAR-OLD ...
08/21/2026

**** UPDATE: Aubree has been located safe. Thank you to everyone who helped get the word out. ****

MISSING 12 YEAR-OLD – Aubree Smith

The Lakeland Police Department is currently looking for 12-year-old Aubree Smith. Smith is 5' 6", weighs approximately 190 lbs and has braided hair and brown eyes. Aubree left a note on the front door of her residence at the Providence Reserve Loop Apts, saying she was running away. She was last seen wearing her green school uniform polo.

Anyone with information on Smith’s whereabouts is asked to call the Lakeland Police Department at 863-834-6966.

City of Lakeland, FL - Government

In July, our Officers arrested 25 individuals for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. Great job to our ...
08/21/2026

In July, our Officers arrested 25 individuals for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. Great job to our dedicated officers your hard work is making our community safer, one stop at a time.

🚨If you see an impaired driver, don’t hesitate—call 911. And remember: If you plan to drink, plan to have a ride.

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219 N Massachusetts Avenue
Lakeland, FL
33801

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