Leesburg Police Department

08/28/2026

We are now seeking experienced officers/deputies/troopers for open positions within the Leesburg Police Department.

Starting pay ranges from $74,976 - $81,977 (depending on time in service and advanced training/qualifications).

Our police pension is 81.25% of your best 5-years averaged, at age 50. Sworn applicants can buy up to 5-years into the retirement plan. The plan also includes an 8-year deferred retirement option plan (DROP).

LEO's with 2-years of service are eligible for promotion after 2-years with LPD.

New LEO's in the State of Florida are also eligible for a $5,000 bonus from the State, which we will file for you.

Anyone with questions should contact Lt Shannon Walsh, at [email protected], and apply online @ www.LeesburgPolice.com

08/27/2026

Tonight at 7 PM, a vigil will be held at Leesburg Town Square with Trenton Duckett’s father, Josh, and family.

Anyone with information regarding his disappearance is asked to contact Senior Detective Allen Carter at 352-728-9862 or Crimeline at 1.800.423.8477.

08/21/2026

Special thanks to Decision Tactical, for providing such high-level, professional training for our officers.

The quality of instruction, realistic training environment, and commitment to our law enforcement professionals provided our officers the opportunity to truly hone their skillsets.

Training opportunities of this caliber are an important investment in officer safety, professionalism, and preparedness. We are grateful for your willingness to share your expertise and for the time and effort your team dedicated to our officers.

Thank you for your continued support of the law enforcement profession and for helping make our officers better prepared to serve and protect the citizens of Leesburg!

08/12/2026

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08/10/2026

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08/10/2026

08/04/2026

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.