Orange County Sheriff's Office

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Picture Mail from Saffron celebrating Cinco De Mayo today 🎉 #TherapyDog #CincoDeMayo #LoveOCSO

The hot months are here. It only takes minutes for a car to become deadly for a pet. Even with the windows cracked, temperatures rise fast. Leave your pet at home.

A Special Event Zone will be in effect starting at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday 5/7 until 8 a.m. Monday 5/11 to address any unpermitted events surrounding one of the World's Largest Music Festival's at Camping World Stadium, with the goal of avoiding severe traffic complications. The affected areas are: - Colonial Drive from Tampa Avenue to Hiawassee Road - John Young Parkway from SR 408 to WD Judge Road - Old Winter Garden Road from John Young Parkway to Ferguson Drive Florida law allows for Special Event Zones in response to any unpermitted activity or events organized or promoted via a social media platform which are attended by 50 or more people and substantially increase or disrupt the normal flow of traffic. Learn more about Special Event Zones: bit.ly/40DsT9ar

Today is #CincoDeMayo, and if you plan to celebrate, we ask that you BE SAFE and NEVER drink and drive! OCSO and our fellow law enforcement officers will be patrolling our streets and highways ready to stop and apprehend all violators suspected of DUI. #CelebrateSafely

Are you a Portuguese speaker living in Central Florida? Join us for our next Brazilian Civilian Police Academy, starting May 19! ⭐ Registration is Open! Get an inside look at the Orange County Sheriff's Office and how we work to keep you safe. The academy meets every Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 9:30 PM for 8 weeks, until July 7, 2026. We'd love for you to join us. We will update you when registration opens for the September Academy. To apply, go to: ocso.com/civilian-polic…

Confidence grows when kids are supported, encouraged, and given the opportunity to succeed. Through sports and mentorship, @ocso_pal helps youth build character, teamwork, discipline, and leadership skills that can guide them toward a brighter future. We are grateful for the OCSO deputies who continue to coach, mentor, and show up for our PAL kids. Their positive influence helps empower young people both on and off the field. Together, we are building confidence, creating opportunity, and investing in the future of Orange County youth. #OrangeCountyPAL #PALKids #YouthMentorship #YouthSports #CommunitySupport

Happy Star Wars Day - May the 4th be with you! #StarWars #MayThe4thBeWithYou #Stars

*Attention Orange County Residents** If you receive a call, text message (or a document via text) claiming to be from the Orange County Sheriff's Office and stating that you have a warrant that requires payment to resolve, this is a SCAM. The Orange County Sheriff's Office will NEVER contact you to ask for money. Hang up the phone. Do not respond to the text. Do not engage with the caller, and do not send any money. Instead, contact law enforcement for assistance. In Orange County, you can call our non-emergency line at 407-836-4357. #ScamAlert

⭐️Senior Connect: Senior vs Crime ⭐️ Our next Senior Connect session is right around the corner! Join us for a FREE interactive discussion focused on how to fight crime. The event will be held on Wednesday, 5/20, from 2 PM to 4 PM at the Hunter’s Creek Town Hall located at 14101 Town Loop Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32837. This event is FREE and open to anyone 55 years and older. The OCSO Senior Connect Interactive Information Session is open to the first 100 people who sign up or show up! To register in advance, visit ocso.com/seniors. This session will focus on practical ways to recognize, prevent, and respond to crime. Participants will leave with useful tools, real-world advice, and greater peace of mind when it comes to personal safety. Any questions? Call 407-254-7375 or email ocsoseniors@ocsofl.com

🤿 Is Your Swimsuit Visible in the Water? **Did You Know?** The color and visibility of your swimsuit could save your life! 🩳 Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4 years old and the second leading cause of injury-related death for children ages 5 to 9 years. Contrary to what we often see in movies, drownings occur silently, and children can slip underwater without making a sound. Fortunately, we can help prevent drownings by taking necessary precautions. Before purchasing a swimsuit for the summer, check out our do's and don'ts to ensure safety in the water. #SummerBreak #WaterSafety #LoveOCSO

Are you a Portuguese speaker living in Central Florida? Join us for our next Brazilian Civilian Police Academy, starting May 19! ⭐ Registration is Open! Get an inside look at the Orange County Sheriff's Office and how we work to keep you safe. The academy meets every Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 9:30 PM for 8 weeks, until July 7, 2026. We'd love for you to join us. We will update you when registration opens for the September Academy. To apply, go to: ocso.com/civilian-polic…

Congratulations to Keith Thompson on his retirement from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. ✨ Keith began his career in 1994 as a warehouse worker in the Corrections Department before later transitioning to OCSO. Throughout his 32-year career, he proudly served as a Supply Clerk in our Material Control and Supply Division. Keith played a vital role in our daily operations, ensuring more than 800 shipments were processed and received each month. These deliveries provided the essential tools and supplies our sworn and professional personnel rely on to serve the community every day. Thank you, Keith, for your dedication, reliability, and lasting contributions to Orange County. We wish you all the best in your well-earned retirement! #Congratulations #Retirement

Our Training Unit sets the standard when it comes to safety, tactics, and scenario-based training. They play a critical role in recertifying OCSO personnel across the agency, ensuring every deputy is prepared to serve with professionalism and confidence. ⭐ From developing detailed lesson plans to demonstrating techniques and coaching hands-on exercises, this team’s impact is felt every day in the field. We’re incredibly grateful for their dedication, expertise, and commitment throughout the year. Their work helps save lives and keeps our units safe. #Training #Safety #Tactics

Our next #Shred-A-Thon is happening TOMORROW! Do you have a pile (or two) of documents you’ve been meaning to get rid of? Bring them to OCSO’s next Shred-A-Thon at Olympia High School (4301 S. Apopka Vineland Rd.) TOMORROW, May 2nd, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (or until the truck fills up) and shred them for FREE!

Today is National Heatstroke Prevention Day, and we want to remind everyone to check your car for children before you walk away. The interior of a car gets too hot very quickly, so don't leave a child alone in a car, not even for a minute! #HeatstrokesKill #HotCarsKill #LookBeforeYouLock

We love being part of the AdventHealth Corporate 5K! This year, professional and sworn personnel from ⭐️OCSO⭐️ joined thousands of runners and walkers at Lake Eola in downtown Orlando, all coming together to champion workplace wellness and a healthier community. 💙🏃‍♂️

Congratulations to Security Technician Mark Burke on his retirement after an incredible 38 years of dedicated service! ✨ Mark began his career in 1988 as a Traffic Engineer with Orange County Facilities before joining the Orange County Sheriff’s Office in 1997 as a PC Analyst. Over his 27 years with OCSO, he has served in key roles including Server Farmer and Security Coordinator. During his time in Information Technology, Mark played a vital role in the agency’s transition from paper-based systems to modern computer technology. He was also responsible for the technical security of 18 facilities across Orange County. Mark’s unwavering commitment and hard work have earned him both the Distinguished Service Award and Medal. Thank you, Mark, for your dedication and lasting impact. Wishing you all the best and safe travels during your well-earned retirement! #OCSO #Retirement #WellDeserved

🔥 Rapid Fire Time 🔥 Today we’ve got Deputy Kendy William from Sector 5 in the hot seat for a round of rapid-fire questions! From his favorite restaurant to his favorite movies, we threw the quick questions—and he didn’t miss a beat with his answers. ⚡️ Stay tuned to see what he had to say!

*Attention Orange County Residents** If you receive a call, text message (or a document via text) claiming to be from the Orange County Sheriff's Office and stating that you have a warrant that requires payment to resolve, this is a SCAM. The Orange County Sheriff's Office will NEVER contact you to ask for money. Hang up the phone. Do not respond to the text. Do not engage with the caller, and do not send any money. Instead, contact law enforcement for assistance. In Orange County, you can call our non-emergency line at 407-836-4357. #ScamAlert