Port Orange Police Department

06/01/2026

UPDATE- Florencia has been located in good health and reunited with her family.

UPDATE- Florencia was observed walking westbound on Dunlawton Avenue, passing the Port Orange Annex building (1395 Dunlawton Avenue) at approximately 1500 hours.

MISSING / ENDANGERED PERSON
Florencia Vila (71) is diagnosed with Dementia and left her residence this morning on foot. She was last seen in the area of Herbert Street and Golden Gate Circle. Florencia was last seen wearing a black shirt, pink shorts, white sandals, and carrying a red purse (see actual photo). Florencia is approximately 5'01" and 160 lbs.

If you know the whereabouts of Florencia or see her, please contact the Port Orange Police Department through the Volusia Communications Center at (386)248-1777.

06/01/2026

🚲 Heading out on your e-bike this summer? If you are, remember to ride smart, ride safe, and follow the rules of the road.
Keep in mind: not all motorized bikes qualify as e-bikes under Florida law. Some motorized or electric vehicles are designed for off-road use only and may only be operated on private property — not on public roadways, sidewalks, or shared-use paths. This can include certain electric bikes, motorized bikes, and dirt bikes.
Before you ride, check with the manufacturer to understand how your vehicle is classified and where it can legally and safely be operated.
Safety reminders:
✅ Use your bell or voice when passing
✅ Watch for pedestrians, cyclists, and traffic
✅ Use lights and reflective gear at night
✅ Riders under 16 must wear a helmet
✅ Follow posted speed limits and share the path responsibly
Want to learn more about Florida's e-bike laws? You can review the current statute here:
📖 Florida Statute 316.20655 (Electric Bicycle Regulations) https://tinyurl.com/4ee5m5de

Our goal is simple: keep everyone safe and help every rider get home safely.

05/29/2026

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE & NEW BEGINNINGS AT POPD

The Port Orange Police Department gathered to celebrate the incredible achievements, dedicated service, and bright futures of our sworn personnel. Please join us in recognizing these outstanding individuals!

First, we are thrilled to officially welcome Officer Kennedy and Officer Kilmer, who were formally sworn in during the ceremony. We are excited to watch them serve and protect the Port Orange community with honor and integrity.

🎖️ Detective Lowery – Award of Merit
Detective Lowery was presented with the Award of Merit for his exceptional work on a deeply challenging case. Thanks to his meticulous and thorough investigation into a violent apartment break-in—where a victim was assaulted with a weapon by an ex-boyfriend, the suspect was ultimately convicted and sent to prison, bringing justice and closure to the victim.

🎖️ Alpha Shift – Unit Citation
Congratulations to our Alpha Shift for earning a Unit Citation! Following a high-dollar burglary at a local apartment complex, these officers moved fast. They quickly identified the primary suspect and, within just a couple of days, successfully apprehended both the suspect and a co-defendant after they attempted to flee the area. Incredible teamwork and swift action!

Finally, we honored the retirement of Officer Pierson, who is stepping down after 21 years of dedicated service to our city. For much of his career, Officer Pierson was a staple of our Motor Unit, representing POPD at numerous motor rodeos and bringing home multiple awards for his elite riding skills. Thank you for more than two decades of keeping our streets safe, Officer Pierson, enjoy your well-deserved retirement!

05/28/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐒𝐌𝐘𝐑𝐍𝐀 𝐁𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐎 𝐏𝐀𝐘 𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐊 𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐅𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐒

During a hearing on Wednesday, defendant Eric Bartolozzi entered a no contest plea to Misappropriation Construction Funds $1,000 to $100,000 and was sentenced to four years of probation. Special conditions include $223,348.91 in restitution, which is the total amount of funds he misappropriated from the 32 victims who came forward and cooperated with the investigation. Checks have been made out to these victims and are being picked up this week.

Between 2022 and 2024, Serene Pavers and Stonescaping Inc. of New Smyrna Beach abandoned several paving projects in Volusia County.

Bartolozzi, the owner of the company, transferred customer deposits and payments from the business bank account into his personal bank account. Instead of using the funds to purchase materials and complete projects, he used them for personal expenses, including purchasing new pickup trucks for himself and his girlfriend.

“𝙄𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙧𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙚 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙜𝙚𝙩 𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙨,” State Attorney R.J. Larizza said about the case. “𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙪𝙡𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙘𝙤𝙤𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙬𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙨𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙡𝙖𝙬 𝙚𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙨. 𝙄 𝙝𝙤𝙥𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥𝙨 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙨 𝙢𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙.”

The case was investigated by Seventh Circuit State Attorney’s Office Investigators in a joint operation with multiple law enforcement agencies in Volusia County, including the Daytona Beach Police Department, Edgewater Police Department, New Smyrna Beach Police Department, The Town of Ponce Inlet Police Department, Port Orange Police Department, and Volusia Sheriff's Office. Assistant State Attorney Helen Schwartz successfully prosecuted the case for the State of Florida. The Honorable Kathryn Weston heard the case and imposed sentence.

05/27/2026

*Update: Subject has been located

WANTED Wednesday, Be on the lookout.

🚨 WANTED FOR HOMICIDE 🚨

The Daytona Beach Police Department is actively searching for Xavion Marquee Perry in connection to a homicide investigation stemming from a domestic violence incident. Perry should be considered armed and dangerous.

If you see him, do NOT approach him. Call 911 immediately or contact the Daytona Beach Police Department with any information regarding his whereabouts.

Please share to help us locate him safely and quickly.

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage, selflessness, and dedication to protecting the freedoms we enjoy will never be forgotten.

This Memorial Day, the Port Orange Police Department stands with our community in honoring those heroes and the families who carry their legacy forward every day.

May we always remember their sacrifice and strive to live in a way that honors their memory.

05/22/2026

The Port Orange Police Department and the Port Orange Police Athletic League are incredibly proud to announce that New Smyrna Beach High School student, Evan Achterberg, has been awarded a $1,000 PAL Scholarship!

Pictured here are Chief Marino, Assistant Chief Proctor and PAL Director Julie Fletcher presenting Evan with his well-deserved award.

Evan’s journey with PAL runs deep—he first joined our family back in 2018 when he was just 10 years old! In his scholarship essay, Evan shared that his time participating in the PAL Junior Lifeguard program actually inspired him to become a certified lifeguard.

We love seeing our programs spark lifelong passions and leadership in our youth. Evan is heading off to the University of Florida next, and we have no doubt he will bring that same dedication and Gator energy to his next big chapter! 🐊✨

05/21/2026

2026 LAW ENFORCEMENT MEMORIAL CEREMONY

Today, the Port Orange Police Department had the profound honor of serving as the host agency for the 2026 Volusia & Flagler County Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony, held at Daytona Memorial Park.

This annual ceremony is a solemn and vital tradition, bringing together law enforcement agencies, families, and community members from across both counties to remember, honor, and pay tribute to the brave heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Chief Marino opened the ceremony with welcoming remarks, reflecting on the shared bond of the law enforcement community and our enduring vow to never forget our fallen brothers and sisters.

We were also incredibly proud to have Port Orange Mayor Scott Stiltner serve as this year's Keynote Speaker, sharing powerful words on the depth of service, sacrifice, and the resilience of the families left behind. To conclude the tributes, the Port Orange Police Department Honor Guard was given the distinct privilege of placing the memorial wreath.

To all the families of the fallen who joined us today: you are, and always will be, a part of our law enforcement family. We carry the legacy of your loved ones with us every single day. 💙🖤

05/21/2026

The Port Orange Police Department will be taking part in the state's Click It or Ticket campaign, which runs between May 18th and May 31st.

The Click It or Ticket campaign is a high-visibility enforcement effort designed to detect violators of Florida’s traffic laws with special emphasis on occupant protection.

Click It or Ticket isn’t about citations; it’s about saving lives. In 2022, 25,420 vehicle occupants were killed in the United States in crashes. Of those, nearly 50% were not wearing a safety belt. To help prevent crash fatalities, we need to step up safety belt enforcement, day and night!

05/21/2026

The Port Orange Police Department and the Port Orange Police Athletic League (PAL) are incredibly proud to announce that Atlantic High School senior, Cassidy Hurtado, has been awarded a $1,000 PAL Senior Scholarship!

Pictured here is Assistant Chief Proctor presenting Cassidy with her well-deserved award.

Cassidy has been a dedicated and hardworking participant in our PAL Boxing program, proving that commitment, discipline, and grit pay off both inside the ring and in the classroom. We have no doubt she will bring that same champion energy to her next big chapter!