Melbourne Police Department

05/29/2026

This is Tank. He stopped by to visit his officer today and quickly became everyone’s favorite visitor. Some visitors just hit different. 🐾

05/29/2026

🎉 We were thrilled to be a part of today’s Grand Reopening celebration at Walmart on Wickham Road! 🛍️🎈

Walmart continues to be one of the biggest supporters of our Shop with a Cop program, and we are incredibly grateful for their partnership and commitment to our community. ❤️💙

It was a great day celebrating alongside Melbourne Fire Department, our community partners, and so many friendly faces. Congratulations to the Walmart team on this exciting reopening, we wish you continued success for many years to come! 👏🎊

05/29/2026

👏 Congratulations to our amazing Administrative Professionals!

Command Staff and Administrative Professionals Debra Gault, Nicole Watkins, and Cris Bryson proudly attended the Brevard Association of Chiefs of Police luncheon, which recognized outstanding administrative professionals from law enforcement agencies across Brevard County. 💙🚔

Thank you for your dedication, professionalism, and the hard work you do every day to help keep our department running smoothly! 👏✨

05/28/2026

🎉 Today, the Melbourne Police Department proudly hosted our Promotional and Swearing-In Ceremony at Front Street Community Center. It was an incredible afternoon filled with support, pride, and celebration as family, friends, fellow officers, and community members gathered to recognize these important milestones.

Please join us in congratulating our newest sworn officers:

👮‍♂️ Tyler Alexander
👮‍♂️ Brett Andersen
👮‍♂️ Jacob Apel
👮‍♀️ Angel Brito Guerrero
👮‍♂️ Daniel De Prado
👮‍♂️ Lance Baylen Kemble
👮‍♂️ Keith Lewandowski
👮‍♀️ Kayla McCoy-Perry
👮‍♂️ Jonathan Ogle
👮‍♀️ Maria Plata
👮‍♂️ Hayden Stang

We also proudly recognize the promotion of our newest Sergeants:

⭐ Sergeant Austin Purden
⭐ Sergeant Christopher Thomas

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make today’s ceremony so special. We are proud to welcome these officers as they begin and continue their service to the Melbourne community. Congratulations to all! 💙

05/28/2026

🥃🎟️ Don’t miss one of the best nights of the year!

The Melbourne Police Foundation’s annual Spirits of Giving Bourbon Pull is happening NEXT Thursday, June 4, from 5 PM – 9 PM at Charlie & Jake’s BBQ!

There are still a few tickets left, so grab yours before they’re gone! This is always a fantastic night filled with great bourbon, amazing people, delicious food, and lots of fun, all while supporting an incredible cause. ❤️

Every ticket helps support our Shop with a Cop program and makes a difference for local children and families in our community.

Come out, have a great time, and help us give back!

🎟️ Tickets are still available — check out the link below.

Spirits of Giving is back for its third year, and it’s shaping up to be our biggest and best yet! Join the Melbourne Police Foundation for an unforgettable evening of bourbon, community, and giving back at Charlie & Jake’s Barbecue on Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 5:00–9:00 PM.Spirits of Gi...

05/23/2026

☀️🚸 With summer on the horizon, Brevard County roads will be filled with more tiny pedestrians and big responsibilities.

This , commit to teaching children safe walking habits and commit to driving attentively to help keep every child safe.

05/20/2026

05/15/2026

🚨 Need Help Identifying These Individuals 🚨

The Melbourne Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance identifying the two people pictured.
On April 24, 2026, around 6:45 PM, Suspect #1 committed a vehicle burglary in Downtown Melbourne and then attempted to use the victim’s stolen credit cards at a nearby department store. Suspect #2 accompanied him and also attempted to use the cards.

If you recognize either person, please contact Detective Jones at 321‑608‑6731 and reference case # 2026-36935 or call 800-423-TIPS.

A simple share could provide the lead we need. 🔄 Thank you for helping us protect and support the Melbourne community. 🤝💙