Ocala Police Department

10/15/2026

🚨 SCAM ALERT! 🚨 We’ve recently become aware of phone scams targeting individuals in our community. Phone scammers are pretending to be law enforcement, claiming you missed jury duty and there’s a warrant for your arrest. They may fake their caller ID to appear official or send fake documents with your name to trick you into paying money.

Law enforcement will never contact you in this manner!

If you receive such a call, be aware it is a scam, and do not send money, buy gift cards, or provide the caller with personal information! Just hang up!

If you're unsure about a call, contact us directly at 352-369-7000. Share this warning with your family and friends to help keep everyone safe.

10/15/2026

UPDATE: The scene is clear, and traffic is flowing normally. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene, and we are investigating.

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🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT: A train is blocking several railroad crossings in NE Ocala after hitting a pedestrian.

The crossings at N Magnolia, NE 8th Ave., NE 19th Ave., and NE 25th Ave. are blocked. Expect delays and use alternate routes.

Police are investigating this incident.

10/15/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT: A crash between a semi-truck and a pedestrian occurred at NW Blitchton Rd. and NW 35th Ave. Rd. The pedestrian was seriously injured and taken to the hospital.

Westbound lanes on NW Blitchton Rd. from NW 35th Ave. Rd. to I-75 are blocked for investigation. Please use alternate routes.

10/14/2026

🤩🥁 Our SROs keep watch over our schools and make sure everyone is safe. Between patrols and safety checks, they build relationships with the kids they protect.

Officer Warner was visiting Wyomina Park Elementary when he stopped by the music room and showed some drum skills. The students loved the impromptu visit. 🎶

Marion County Public Schools

10/14/2026

At , our Victim Advocates provide crisis intervention and follow-up services for victims of crime and their loved ones. They serve as liaisons with law enforcement, courts, corrections, and other agencies. Our Victim Advocates also help people break free from .

They can help with:
- Safety planning
- Safe shelter
- Counseling referrals
- Relocation assistance
- Injunctions for protection
- Free legal aid

For more information on our Victim Advocate Unit, call 352-369-7000.

If you suspect someone is experiencing , don’t hesitate to call 9-1-1. Your call could save a life.

Pictured here is our Victim Advocate Team. From left to right are Alicia O'Neal, Donna Guinn, and Deborah Tucker.

10/14/2026

We send our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of Agent Kevin Morris of the Brevard County Sheriff's Office, Florida. He tragically lost his life on October 11 in the line of duty after a head-on collision with a wrong-way vehicle on Interstate 95. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.

As everyone is aware, this past weekend our agency lost one of our team members in a traffic crash while responding to an Officer Involved Shooting. Agent Kevin Morris, who was killed in the line of duty, was a 16 year veteran of law enforcement having served previously with the Palm Bay Police Department and more recently with our agency as a Homicide Agent. Kevin was not only a great cop, but he was an amazing son, husband, dad, grandfather, coach, and friend!! He was a strong man of faith and a mentor to so many within our agency!!

First and foremost, I want to thank our citizens, our community, and the thousands of first responders from across the nation who have lifted our agency and Kevin’s family up in prayer, as we face this most difficult of times!! I always say that it takes a community to protect a community and the show of love for Kevin and our agency has been truly amazing!!

Kevin will be laid to rest with full Law Enforcement Honors this coming Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Calvary Chapel Melbourne at 2955 Minton Rd., West Melbourne, FL. The services will begin at 11:00 A.M. with the bestowing of Law Enforcement Honors taking place outside the church immediately following the Celebration of Life Service. Our citizens and community that Kevin so proudly served, are invited to join us for the celebration of Kevin’s life as he loved this community and was so proud to serve with our agency!!

If you plan to attend the service please plan to arrive no later than 10:30am and expect significant traffic delays in the area as there will be a huge law enforcement and first responder presence from agency’s across the state of Florida that will be in attendance!! The service will be live-streamed by Space Coast Daily.

On behalf of Kevin’s family and our entire agency, thank you for all of your support during this very sad time for our agency. We are truly blessed to serve in a community that loves its law enforcement officers and stands with them each and every day!!

Sheriff Wayne Ivey

10/13/2026

🎃 Get ready for this year’s Safe & Spooktacular Halloween Party!

📅 Friday, October 23
⏰ 6-8:30 p.m.
📍 McPherson Governmental Campus (601 SE 25th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471)

Join us for a FREE family-friendly evening of trick-or-treating with local heroes, checking out fire trucks and patrol cars, and collecting plenty of candy! 🍬

We can’t wait to see you for a fun and safe Halloween! 👻

🎃 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! 👻

We’re getting closer to one of our favorite Halloween traditions, and this year’s Safe & Spooktacular Halloween Party is bringing a few changes!

📅 Friday, October 23
⏰ 6:00 to 8:30 PM
📍 McPherson Governmental Campus (601 SE 25th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471)

That’s right! We have a NEW DATE and a NEW LOCATION this year, so be sure to update your calendars and spread the word!

Bring the whole family for a FREE evening of trick-or-treating with your local community heroes, checking out fire trucks and patrol cars, collecting plenty of candy, and enjoying lots of Halloween fun!

🍬 Candy donations are also welcome at any MCSO office location. Financial donations can be made through our Community Outreach Fund.

We’re counting down the days until we see you for a SAFE and SPOOKTACULAR Halloween!

10/13/2026

The DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event offers free and anonymous disposal of unneeded or expired prescription medications.

Bring them to the Ocala Police Department Headquarters at 402 S. Pine Ave., and we’ll ensure they are properly disposed of.

10/12/2026

UPDATE (11:35 a.m.): The road is now open. Sadly, a 54-year-old woman was struck by a vehicle and died at the scene. The crash remains under investigation.
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There is a vehicle crash involving a pedestrian on W Silver Springs Blvd near SW 3rd Ave. All eastbound lanes from N Pine Ave. to SW 2nd Ave. are temporarily closed for investigation. Please use alternate routes.

10/08/2026

CAN YOU IDENTIFY? These two individuals are suspects in a fraud case involving the use of a victim’s credit card.

If you have any information about their identities, please contact Detective Braun with the Ocala Police Department at 352-369-7000 or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers of Marion County by calling 352-368-STOP (7867) or **TIPS. Tips can also be submitted online at OcalaCrimeStoppers.com.

If you use Crime Stoppers and your tip leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000!

Ocala Police Case: #202600143639