In September 2021, a Mount Dora police sergeant pulled him over, because he said Stevens, was driving recklessly. Only 9 Investigates went over the plan to revamp the Mount Dora Police Department after it went through two police chiefs in a year. Being able to be effective communicators, being able to be effective decision-makers, and identifying or building those training skill sets, so thats one of our priorities moving forward, Meade said. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. By Kevin Connolly Lake County. Now, though, the city has a plan to move forward. 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I prayed and prayed, and the Lord blessed me with you Ms. Jones, I guess, because youre the one that researched and found the incident because they have me facing 45 years in prison, Stevens told Jones. Video: Report notes toxic environment at Mount Dora PD: Whats being done to change that. Mount Dora Police has seen half its staff turn over in the last two years, and are recruiting for new officers right now. 2023 Cox Media Group. Police Chief Brett Meade resigned last week over what he described as differences with the city manager, who wanted an outside investigator to review an incident caught on video showing a Mount Dora police officer, without reading a suspected drunk driver his rights, suddenly slamming his head into a car window while arresting him. The tenant became panicked and pushed her emergency alarm button, police said. Police have not released the cause of death. According to the suit, on June 19, 2019, Howell-Gonzalez met with Bell who was then the acting chief and raised the issues regarding Severance using city time to perform personal errands and incurring overtime for which she was not entitled. In response, Bell became aggressive and moved close to Howell[-Gonzalez] and told her that Severance spends more time at MDPD than anyone, and that he [Bell] takes his daughter to school while at work and asked Howell if she was also accusing him of stealing time, the complaint states. Chicago Mayor Lightfoot ousted; Vallas, Johnson in runoff, King asks Duke and Duchess of Sussex to move out of Frogmore so Prince Andrew can move in, Biden Mocks Marjorie Taylor Greene With 1 Simple Hand Gesture, A Nebraska high-school cheerleader competed on her own after the rest of her squad quit. MOUNT DORA, Fla. After a little more than a year in his current position, Mount Doras police chief is resigning, effective Thursday. LAKE COUNTY, Fla. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against the woman accused of killing a Mount Dora couple at their apartment in December. READ: Mount Dora residents pack meeting to discuss controversies surrounding police department. OGrady was succeeded by Robert Bell, who had been serving as deputy chief. Mount Dora retirees killed in violent attack, affidavit says Newly-released documents are sharing new details and information into the murders of two older The Mount Dora Police Department is on a stable course and I am honored to serve with men and women so dedicated to serving our community, Meade said in a statement. He reportedly said the officer should accept the award by saying, Here, come take this, these are your people.. Channel 9 asked police multiple times if they were looking for a suspect and if the community was safe. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. 0:00. Read the full statement from Anthony If you have any information, call the Mount Dora Police Department Criminal Investigations Unit at (352) 735-7130. Sheriff: 4 found dead, including child, at Brevard County home, Governor requests information from state attorneys office on accused Pine Hills shooters record, All aboard: Ride SunRail for free this Saturday, West Virginia could pay former residents $25,000 to come back, Breeze Airways adds 4 new routes from Orlando International Airport. >>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 That meeting was July 17. The Mount Dora Police Department said officers responded to the Waterman Village senior living complex on Dec. 31 and found the couple stabbed to death inside their home. MOUNT DORA Police late Monday still had not publicly identified the elderly couple found slain in their home Saturday at Waterman Village Lakeside Community. (WFTV/WFTV) MOUNT DORA, Fla. Police are investigating the death of a man and woman at a Senior Living Community apartment in Mount Dora. (City of Mount Dora) MOUNT DORA, Fla. Firefighters fought a raging house fire in Mount Dora Sunday afternoon, after a house was struck by lightning. Channel 9 asked police multiple times if they were looking for a suspect and if the community was safe. MOUNT DORA, Florida Just two business days after meeting with Lake Legal News to create a better relationship with the media, Mount Dora Police Deputy Chief Michael Fewless was fired for meeting with Lake Legal News. Mount Dora police said a security guard had called 911 to report the suspicious activity. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. On Oct. 17, 2019, she was thereby constructively discharged, the suit states. Anyone with information on this theft is asked to call the Mount Dora Police Department at 352-735-7130. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. Bloom is a former assisted living administrator and has major concern about security at senior living facilities like Waterman Village. If you need help with the Public File, call 407-291-6000. After being stonewalled and ignored by several officers, LLN called Fewless and expressed concern over the lack of communication. LLN departed the meeting confident that a clear path had been forged to build communication between MDPD and the media. Stevens showed us where he has a scar from his broken femur and pointed out the area where he says he now has a rod in his back. The analysis noted the only category that most officers felt confident in their level of training was active shooter response, stating they feel insufficiently trained in all other categories. Brett Meade announced his resignation Wednesday, according to a news release. The Mount Dora Police Department is going to focus on our priorities, and I know our officers, our staff, were excited to be where were going with our partnerships, Meade said. Pat Blair said two police agents wanted them to look at a picture that they had of three people to possibly identify her. Design by Artisan Internet Marketing, located in Mount Dora, Florida. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. ). Stevens is charged with a long list of felonies, in part, because the officer said Stevens backed into his patrol car, and Stevens car door hit him as he took off. Officials said she stole more than $19,000 from a cash register and left to location. The assessment reads, during the past two years, the Mount Dora Police Department has been in a state of organizational turmoil, resulting in the termination of a Chief of Police, a Deputy Chief, and the retirement of another Chief of Police., READ: He gets things done: Embattled former Mount Dora police chief up for new position with Deltona code enforcement, The problems trickled down throughout the agency, with several employees reporting they searched their offices for listening devices, as the level of suspicion and distrust was bordering on paranoia, with the vast majority describing the environment as toxic.. A woman has been taken into custody as a person of interest in the murders of a Florida husband and wife at a senior living community over New Year's weekend, police announced during a news conference Tuesday afternoon. On the way to the shooting LLN texted Fewless, who said a lieutenant on scene would be available as a point of contact. Brett Meade announced his Police said they located the missing vehicle using license plate readers and by pinging one of the victim's cell phones, which was left inside the vehicle. T&N Market is on sale, once a community store is now the site of a painful reminder of a double homicide that took place last year. On Saturday, officers responded to a report of potentially suspicious activity in the Senior Living Community, Waterman Village, located at 150 Waterman Avenue. MOUNT DORA, Fla. - Florida prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty against Vickie Williams, the woman accused of violently killing an older couple inside their home in a retirement community in Mount Dora. Read: Foggy and wet start to the New Year. She graduated from UCF and returned to Central Florida after working in Colorado. He was treated for serious injuries that forced him to be flown to Orlando Regional Medical Center in downtown Orlando. 2023 Cox Media Group. Two days later, LLN reached out to Fewless a second time to express concern over the lack of information and professional acknowledgment when LLN was on scene of the shooting. Read: Pedestrian killed in deadly Central Florida hit-and-run crash, troopers search for vehicle. Stevens, at this point, was in the center lane of traffic, sandwiched between two other vehicles on the busy highway. MOUNT DORA, Fla. Police are investigating the death of a man and woman at a Senior Living Community apartment in Mount Dora. 32 talking about this. We went to City Hall, to ask the City Manager about his plans to have an outside agency to investigate this and other incidents 9-investigates has exposed, but a spokesperson told us they would provide a statement, instead. Pat Blair said two police agents wanted them to look at a picture that they had of three people to possibly identify her. Coy Hunter. Four people, including a juvenile, were found dead in a Brevard County home, according to sheriffs office. READ: 9 Investigates report leads to investigation into Mount Dora officer who used Taser on driver. Get todays headlines in minutes with Your Florida Daily: Copyright 2023 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved. Michael Gibson, who was also helpful and offered his assistance in building an open relationship. Newly-released documents are sharing new details and information into the murders of two older residents at a senior living facility on New Year's Eve in Mount Dora, Florida, including how the couple may have died and how authorities were able to track down the alleged suspect in Georgia. The chief said he believes the chain of command, which includes Deputy In July 2019, Howell-Gonzalez took FMLA due to work stress; upon her return she was to switch to night shift, limiting her interactions with Severance and Bell. 2023 FOX Television Stations, license plate readers and by pinging one of the victim's cell phones, 4 people found dead, including child, in Brevard County home, sheriff says, These 3 Florida roads are among the deadliest in the U.S., report shows, Surgeon runs down Philadelphia street to retrieve organ from transport vehicle stuck in traffic, SpaceX Crew-6 launch: 'All systems are looking good' for liftoff from Florida, Sheriff: Florida man shoots own dog in head, blames it on 'intruder', Cheerleader competes alone at state champs after squad quits: It felt amazing, Matanzas High student to be charged as adult in attack against teacher's aid: court docs, New charges filed against teen accused of killing Orlando journalist, little girl in Pine Hills shooting spree, Man in his 30s shot at Circle K gas station, Orange County deputies say, Tied together through tragedy: 2 families of Pine Hills shooting victims meet. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. Channel 9 spoke to a couple who said they have experienced multiple days of strange situations leading up to this homicide. We appreciate all the support we have received. More than 600 citizens participated in the assessment process. He also produces the podcast Florida Foodie. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Watch: Archaeologists: Mystery object unearthed by hurricanes in Volusia County could be 1800s cargo ship. Afterward, Williams went to an apartment, knocked on the door and asked a resident inside whether she could take a shower, according to the police department. Police said a security camera captured the Getman couple's vehicle leaving the Waterman Village senior living community during the early morning hours of Dec. 31, 2022, according to police. When officers arrived at the scene, they found a deceased man and woman. She said, I lost my car key and I need to call my husband, but my phone needs charging, could I come in and charge my phone? Frank Blair said. It just shows how well thought of our parentswere," they said in a statement, previously shared with news outlets. Officials said the woman walked into the Walmart store on U.S. 441 on Sunday night and left with a load of cash. Voters in Mount Dora will cast their ballots Tuesday for who will lead the city for the next two years. His car is visibly shaking in the video. [PHOTO CREDIT: Facebook /Mount Dora Police]. READ: Police search for men shooting people with airsoft guns in downtown Mount Dora. Florida prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty against Vickie Williams, the woman accused of violently killing an older couple inside their home in a retirement community in Mount Dora. 0:22. Channel 9 spoke to a couple who said they have experienced multiple days of strange situations leading up to this homicide. Frank and Pat Blair said the day before the murders, a woman tried to get them to let her in their home. 2023 Cox Media Group. Police officers responded to the complex later Saturday afternoon after the couple was found dead. In July, a double shooting occurred near Grant Avenue and Clayton Street, just a few blocks from Mount Dora Middle School. Read: Two people dead, one injured in Orange County shooting, deputies say. 2023 Cox Media Group. Contact her with breaking news, tips, and feedback by sending an e-mail to352Tips@gmail.com. It is valuable to build a level of trust between law enforcement and the public, in which the media plays a major role. (Karla Ray, WFTV.com). This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The lawsuit further alleges Bell made it clear Howell-Gonzalez would never return to the community relations unit because of her objections to what Howell-Gonzalez refers to as Severances theft of time. Severance later made a list of villains and Howell-Gonzalez was included as Lady Tremaine, Cinderellas evil stepmother, the lawsuit states. WebMike Gibson Interim Chief of Police Ph: (352) 735-7130 Fax: (352) 383-4623 Email gibsonm@cityofmountdora.com Police are investigating the death of a man and woman at a Senior Living Community apartment in Mount Dora. WebMount Dora Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Mount Dora, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. Neighbors said they are very concerned for their safety, but police will be keeping a watchful eye on the community for the time being. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. MOUNT DORA, Fla. - A woman has been taken into custody as a person of interest in the murders of a Florida husband and wife at a senior living community over New Year's weekend, police announced during a news conference Tuesday afternoon. Mount Dora Interim Police Chief Mike Gibson said she was arrested out of state and will be extradited back to Florida in the coming days. READ: Man slammed into car window by Mount Dora officer stunned to learn incident wasnt investigated, After hearing from residents who support the chief during a meeting Tuesday, Mount Dora city manager Patrick Comiskey said, No one asked the police chief to resign, no one asked him to leave his office.. MOUNT DORA With the departure of Mount Dora City manager Robin Hayes, the city's search for a new police chief has been put on hold. We entered into an agreement with a third-party organization; however, the organization reconsidered and declined to move forward. The officer replied by saying shes Puerto Rican and OGrady said, same thing, according to the report. ', Greece's worst-ever rail crash kills dozens, crushes cars, DeSantis team accused of threatening Trump fans with police outside of book signing: And the battle begins, Ouachita Parish Animal Shelter stops taking dogs amid high numbers of respiratory illness, Grafton incineration company agrees to take waste from East Palestine cleanup, Police investigate deadly accident in Hamilton Township. We went to City Hall today, to ask the City Manager about his plans to have an outside against investigate this and other incidents 9-investigates has exposed. The assessment noted that in some cases, policies and procedures are inconsistent, contradictory, and in different formats., READ: Heres the form medically vulnerable Floridians need filled out to get the COVID-19 vaccine. About 10 minutes later, the woman walked back to the facility but was denied entry by security. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. That's when police said the person of interest ran off, but not before grabbing a set of keys near the apartment's front door that belonged to a car and a mailbox. (WFTV/WFTV). The officer described the situation in a hostile work complaint as offensive and humiliating. The top priority, though, is reworking all agency policies and procedures. Mount Dora police investigate suspicious death of couple at senior living community. Police and security responded and checked the area and found nothing. He wrote in the affidavit of probable cause that he spotted Stevens cutting in front of several vehicles on Highway 441, near Donnelly Street. LAKE COUNTY, Fla. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against the woman accused of killing a Mount Dora couple at their apartment in December. The Mount Dora police chief has sent a directive to his officers, following a 9 Investigates report. LLN works hard to build and maintain open and transparent relationships with all local public safety agencies to keep information flowing from the agency, to LLN and finally to the public. If you have any information, call the Mount Dora Police Department Criminal Investigations Unit at (352) 735-7130. Williams is also charged with grand theft auto. Williams was found days later in Savannah, Georgia parked at an train station with the Getman's vehicle, police said. Jessica Howell-Gonzalez filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Mount Dora alleging violations of Floridas Whistleblower Act, Family Medical Leave Act and the First Amendment. [TRENDING: Tropical wave could bring heavy rain to parts of Florida for weekend | She shouldnt have hit my momma: Witnesses describe girl, 10, accused of fatally shooting Orlando woman | Become a News 6 Insider (its free!)]. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. LLN spoke with Fewless attorney Ryan Andrews of Andrews Law in Tallahassee Thursday afternoon and Friday morning. It was the goal of both LLN and Fewless to begin creating that transparency. A manner of death was not immediately released, but police previously described the crime as "heinous.". WebHaving a blast helping out fellow TEGNA news station ABC24 WATN Memphis for the next few days!! That means hiring a training supervisor, as well as a crime analyst who can identify trends in crime. At press time, LLN was awaiting numerous public records to confirm these allegations. Copyright 2023 ClickOrlando.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. In a court filing last week, the state formally said it intends to seek the death penalty should Williams, 50, be convicted of first-degree murder in the deaths of Darryl and Sharon Getman, aged 83 and 80, respectively, who were both found stabbed to death on New Year's Eve inside their home at the gated Waterman Village Retirement Community. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. These are not the first accusations against Bell this year; In March, former MDPD Cpl. She told FOX 35, "She said she lost her car keys and needed to charge her phone. Born and raised in Lake County, she is a graduate of Umatilla High School and Lake-Sumter State College. MOUNT DORA, Fla. After a little more than a year in his current position, Mount Doras police chief is resigning, effective Thursday. Frank and Pat Blair said the day before the murders, a woman tried to get them to let her in their home. 3 min read. "Thats concerning," Mount Dora resident Jane Bloom said. He further explains he cant put his car in park, as the Sergeant asks. Afterwards, Fewless introduced LLN to Patrol Capt. The chief said he believes the chain of command, which includes Deputy Chief Mike Gibson, didnt launch an investigation because they viewed it as a normal police hand-to-hand contact. Brenda Argueta is a digital journalist who joined ClickOrlando.com in March 2021. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Welcome to the Mount Dora Police Department page and thank you for your visit! Multiple sources reached out to LLN since Thursday and told LLN that Fewless was allegedly fired by City Manager Robin Hayes at the urging of Bell. Im not going to say it didnt happen. 1:22 MOUNT DORA Police in Savannah, Georgia have arrested the person of interest in the slaying of Darryl and Sharon Getman in their Waterman Village Home on Sunday. The vehicle accelerated while in reverse striking me with the drivers door open, the officer wrote in his report. Thomas is originally from Northeastern Pennsylvania and worked in Portland, Oregon before moving to Central Florida in August 2018. Stevens was ready and waiting when Investigative Reporter Daralene Jones arrived in the visitors area at the Lake County Jail. Sheriff: 4 found dead, including child, at Brevard County home, Governor requests information from state attorneys office on accused Pine Hills shooters record, All aboard: Ride SunRail for free this Saturday, West Virginia could pay former residents $25,000 to come back, Breeze Airways adds 4 new routes from Orlando International Airport. A woman has been taken into custody as a person of interest in the murders of a Florida husband and wife at a senior living community over New Year's weekend, police announced during a news conference Tuesday afternoon. Thomas Mates is a digital storyteller for News 6 and ClickOrlando.com. Howell-Gonzalez lawsuit states that on Aug. 27, 2019, she filed a written complaint to City Manager Robin Hayes, Human Resources Director Sharon Kraynik and Chief Robert Bell, stating she was treated unfairly as a result of her objections and refusal to engage in improper activities. Howell-Gonzalez took her complaints to a lieutenant in the department three times in April 2019 and Severances alleged behavior continued. Howell-Gonzalez was then transferred from her unit, the lawsuit states. This is an ongoing investigation. Police said they should be able to give more information Monday and they have been in contact with the victims son, but would not release any names until he arrives in town. Gibson said the resident hit an alarm button, and the woman then grabbed a set of keys and fled. John Stevens will likely die in prison if hes convicted for any of the long list of felony charges he faces, including aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer, aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude, leaving the scene of a crash and driving while license canceled suspended or revoked. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. We have not wavered from our search. She said the support she got from other teams was 'overwhelming. You can also contact us on our Facebook page and make sure you Like and Follow us there. He shot me with the taser twice and the last thing I remember thinking is that hes going to shoot me, so I had to get away from him, Stevens told Jones. Those arrests ranged from misdemeanors to felonies, including assault, criminal trespassing, theft, robbery, receiving stolen property, and domestic violence. About a dozen residents showed up at the press conference to try to get some answers. MOUNT DORA, Fla. A man who was Tased by a Mount Dora Police Sergeant is only talking to Eyewitness News. Meade served as interim chief beginning in July 2020 and was named as the permanent replacement in April 2021. Police said they should be able to give more information Monday and they have been in contact with the victims son, but would not release any names until he arrives in town. She has pleaded not guilty to all charges, according to online court records. The Blairs said police would not tell them if the people in the photos were suspects in the murders, or if the woman who tried to come into their home had anything to do with the homicide. A reward for information is being offered in a homicide investigation of a husband and wife found dead at a Mount Dora senior living community over the weekend, according to police. Its extensive, at more than 200 pages, and uncovered problems with culture and policies that are inconsistent, as well as a lack of training. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. An arrest affidavit described what appears to be a violent encounter inside the home with both Sharon and Darryl suffering serious injuries to their bodies. WebAs Mount Dora police investigate the double murder of a couple in the Waterman Village retirement community, their friends and relatives are devastated. MOUNT DORA, Florida Just two business days after meeting with Lake Legal News to create a better relationship with the media, Mount Dora Police Deputy The chief told Channel 9 last month that he never saw the video until Channel 9 investigative reporter Daralene Jones raised questions. MOUNT DORA, Fla. - A woman has been taken into custody as a person of interest in the murders of a Florida husband and wife at a senior living community over New Year's weekend, police announced during a news conference Tuesday afternoon. In a press conference on Sunday, police said the couples deaths are suspicious and they will investigate the case as a homicide. I believe it was someone that was simply passing through and its a once-in-a-lifetime event.. READ: Mount Dora police release sketch of suspect in abduction. [TRENDING: Woman runs into record books, beats entire field at Disney Princess Half Marathon | US Supreme Court denies Crosley Greens petition in murder case | Become a News 6 Insider], The filing, dated Feb. 23, 2023, seeks the death penalty against Williams due to the killings being especially heinous, atrocious, or cruel.. Read: Mount Dora police investigate suspicious death of man and woman at senior living community. >>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS MOUNT DORA, Fla. A Mount Dora Police Communications manager has been fired over allegations that she violated police policy, providing information to a man she was having an affair with. 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