READ: Mount Dora police release sketch of suspect in abduction. In total, MOUNT DORA, Fla. After a little more than a year in his current position, Mount Doras police chief is resigning, effective Thursday. LLN spoke with Fewless attorney Ryan Andrews of Andrews Law in Tallahassee Thursday afternoon and Friday morning. He wrote in the affidavit of probable cause that Stevens showed us where he has a scar from his broken femur and pointed out the area where he says he now has a rod in his back. Florida prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty against Vickie Williams, the woman accused of violently killing an older couple inside their home in a retirement community in Mount Dora. Stevens is charged with a long list of felonies, in part, because the officer said Stevens backed into his patrol car, and Stevens car door hit him as he took off. However, in this case, the 'golden years' of Darryl and Sharon were tragically cut short by a ruthless and senseless double homicide," he said. MOUNT DORA, Fla. The City of Mount Dora is seeing a change in leadership within its police department. Mount Dora Police has seen half its staff turn over in the last two years, and are recruiting for new officers right now. The Sergeants Lieutenant, the former chief and interim chief - all signed off on the incident, though they agreed it was against department policy to tase someone sitting behind the wheel of a running vehicle. Gibson said he believes the murders were a random act. Video: Report notes toxic environment at Mount Dora PD: Whats being done to change that. This is an ongoing investigation. MOUNT DORA, Fla. A Mount Dora Police Communications manager has been fired over allegations that she violated police policy, providing information to a man she was having an affair with. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. 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On Oct. 3, 2019, Howell-Gonzalez was interviewed, and she identified a witness to support her claims. VIDEO: Mount Dora police officer accused lieutenant of sexual harassment, investigation shows Mount Dora police officer accused lieutenant of sexual harassment, investigation shows. Police said Williams was spotted wandering around the retirement community multiple times between Dec. 30 and 31, and on one occasion, knocked on another resident's door and asked to take a shower before that resident pressed her panic button. MOUNT DORA, Fla. - A Georgia woman who police believe is connected to the murder of an elderly Mount Dora couple has a criminal history spanning back decades. The woman accused of killing a Mount Dora couple at their apartment in a senior living community has been indicted on a murder charge. READ: Police search for men shooting people with airsoft guns in downtown Mount Dora. Coy Hunter. According to the suit, on June 19, 2019, Howell-Gonzalez met with Bell who was then the acting chief and raised the issues regarding Severance using city time to perform personal errands and incurring overtime for which she was not entitled. In response, Bell became aggressive and moved close to Howell[-Gonzalez] and told her that Severance spends more time at MDPD than anyone, and that he [Bell] takes his daughter to school while at work and asked Howell if she was also accusing him of stealing time, the complaint states. Records: Mount Dora officers arrested suspected drunk drivers on lesser charges to avoid paperwork, The statement by City Manager Patrick Comiskey reads: The City of Mount Dora is actively seeking external assistance in a third-party review of cases that were recently brought to my attention. LAKE COUNTY, Fla. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against the woman accused of killing a Mount Dora couple at their apartment in December. Adam Poulisse joined WFTV in November 2019. "As you can see by the photograph, they were enjoying their 'golden years' of retirement, something that we all kind of look forward to I think. Those arrests ranged from misdemeanors to felonies, including assault, criminal trespassing, theft, robbery, receiving stolen property, and domestic violence. MOUNT DORA, Fla. After a little more than a year in his current position, Mount Doras police chief is resigning, effective Thursday. On Saturday, officers responded to a report of potentially suspicious activity in the Senior Living Community, Waterman Village, located at 150 Waterman Avenue. Bloom is a former assisted living administrator and has major concern about security at senior living facilities like Waterman Village. 2023 Cox Media Group. LLN received a tip moments after the shooting occurred and was on scene not long after the first 9-1-1 call was received. Its extensive, at more than 200 pages, and uncovered problems with culture and policies that are inconsistent, as well as a lack of training. [PHOTO CREDIT: Facebook /Mount Dora Police]. Mount Dora police investigate suspicious death of couple at senior living community Police are not releasing any details at this time. The Mount Dora Police Department is on a stable course and I am honored to serve with men and women so dedicated to serving our community, Meade said in a statement. I prayed and prayed, and the Lord blessed me with you Ms. Jones, I guess, because youre the one that researched and found the incident because they have me facing 45 years in prison, Stevens told Jones. The chief said he believes the chain of command, which includes Deputy Chief Mike Gibson, didnt launch an investigation because they viewed it as a normal police hand-to-hand contact. A woman has been taken into custody as a person of interest in the murders of a Florida husband and wife at a senior living community over New Year's weekend, police announced during a news conference Tuesday afternoon. The Getman's adored the Mount Dora community, their children said, and have lived in the city for more than 20 years. Thomas is originally from Northeastern Pennsylvania and worked in Portland, Oregon before moving to Central Florida in August 2018. In September 2021, a Mount Dora police sergeant pulled him over, because he said Stevens, was driving recklessly. 1:22 MOUNT DORA Police in Savannah, Georgia have arrested the person of interest in the slaying of Darryl and Sharon Getman in their Waterman Village Home on Sunday. LLN parked about a block from the scene and ventured up to the crime scene tape, with a camera, notebook and press pass an obvious member of the media and again the only member of the media on scene. When LLN arrived, it was a highly active scene and LLN traveled around the outskirts of the scene for about 10 minutes. Police are not releasing any details at this time. A person of interest in the murder of a Mount Dora husband and wife is in custody, according to interim police chief Mike Gibson. Video: Records: Mount Dora officers arrested suspected drunk drivers on lesser charges to avoid paperwork The Mount Dora police chief has sent a directive to his officers, following a 9 Investigates report. Video: Report notes toxic environment at Mount Dora PD: Whats being done to change that Only 9 Investigates went over the plan to revamp the Mount Dora Police Department after it went through two police chiefs in a year. Police have not released the cause of death. She has pleaded not guilty to all charges, according to online court records. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. 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She has made more than two dozen appearances on live national television, includingNancy Graceand theGreta Van Susterenshow, along with her appearance onEvil Twins. According to police, the woman in custody who was "dressed in a particular way" was escorted off the Waterman property by security on Friday, Dec. 30. around 3 p.m. More than an hour later, she was captured on a security camera on Lake Margaret Circle wearing the same outfit, which Gibson referred to as "very unique.". Once he reached a red light, he activated his emergency lights and siren to conduct a traffic stop. >>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS Police are investigating the death of a man and woman at a Senior Living Community apartment in Mount Dora. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. READ: Investigation provides insight into Mount Dora police chiefs sudden resignation. Thomas Mates is a digital storyteller for News 6 and ClickOrlando.com. Her identity has not been released at this time. Meade was brought in as interim chief to lead the assessment, which found a critical need for enhanced training. Copyright 2022 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved. He graduated from Temple University with a degree in Journalism in 2010. Watch: 4th person dies after last weeks fire at Orange County warehouse used to store fireworks. Police officers responded to the complex later Saturday afternoon after the couple was found dead. LAKE COUNTY, Fla. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against the woman accused of killing a Mount Dora couple at their apartment in December. Four people, including a juvenile, were found dead in a Brevard County home, according to sheriffs office. In August 2020, Channel 9 investigative reporter Karla Ray exposed a vote of no confidence against then-Chief Robert Bell, submitted to city staff just weeks before he suddenly retired. 28, 2020. [TRENDING: Tropical wave could bring heavy rain to parts of Florida for weekend | She shouldnt have hit my momma: Witnesses describe girl, 10, accused of fatally shooting Orlando woman | Become a News 6 Insider (its free!)]. The current deputy chief, Mike Gibson, will serve as the interim chief until a new chief is found, the release said. Severance alone at the instruction of then-Deputy Chief Robert Bell, who later became the MDPD police chief, the lawsuit states. Two days later, LLN reached out to Fewless a second time to express concern over the lack of information and professional acknowledgment when LLN was on scene of the shooting. In the body camera video, we never hear the Sergeant tell Stevens why hes being pulled over, he approaches the car and immediately asks for his license and registration. "I dont understand what happened their with so many opportunities to apprehend her or to hold her to see what she was up to," she said. Police in Mount Dora are looking for a woman who reportedly stole thousands of dollars from a Walmart. MOUNT DORA, Fla. (WFLA) The state of Florida has filed that they intend to seek the death penalty against the woman accused of killing an elderly couple in Mount He also produces the podcast Florida Foodie. An investigation began after law enforcement responded to Waterman Village in Mount Dora around 4 p.m. Saturday after security was alerted by a concerned resident that the couple's garage door was open. In a court filing last week, the state formally said it intends to seek the death penalty should Williams, 50, be convicted of first-degree murder in the deaths of Darryl and Sharon Getman, aged 83 and 80, respectively, who were both found stabbed to death on New Year's Eve inside their home at the gated Waterman Village Retirement Community. On the way to the shooting LLN texted Fewless, who said a lieutenant on scene would be available as a point of contact. In interviews, Williams insisted that she got the car from an acquaintance in Georgia named Fuller Blue, that she was living in the car, and that she hadnt been in Florida in years. Mount Dora Interim Police Chief Mike Gibson said she was arrested out of state and will be extradited back to Florida in the coming days. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Williams Death Penalty Filing by Sam Dunne on Scribd. 32 talking about this. A manner of death was not immediately released, but police previously described the crime as "heinous.". Anyone with information about the case is asked to contact the Mount Dora Police Department or Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS. Read: Two people dead, one injured in Orange County shooting, deputies say. Members of the department were suspicious of each other, the morale was not good, and thats what I walked into, interim Chief Brett Meade said. January 4 Mount Dora Brett Meade announced his resignation Wednesday, according to a news release. Police said they should be able to give more information Monday and they have been in contact with the victims son, but would not release any names until he arrives in town. OGrady was succeeded by Robert Bell, who had been serving as deputy chief. Anyone with information on this theft is asked to call the Mount Dora Police Department at 352-735-7130. Police are investigating the death of a man and woman at a Senior Living Community apartment in Mount Dora. 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(Photo via Mount Dora Police Department). In a press conference on Sunday, police said the couples deaths are suspicious and they will investigate the case as a homicide. Read: Foggy and wet start to the New Year. Williams is currently being held on no bond at the Lake County jail. Several calls to City Hall Friday went unanswered. Jessica Howell-Gonzalez filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Mount Dora alleging violations of Floridas Whistleblower Act, Family Medical Leave Act and the First Amendment. The Sergeant then goes to open his car door, and the incident escalated from there, as he tries to pull Stevens from the vehicle who refuses to comply. Channel 9 spoke to a couple who said they have experienced multiple days of strange situations leading up to this homicide. Stevens, at this point, was in the center lane of traffic, sandwiched between two other vehicles on the busy highway. LLN departed the meeting confident that a clear path had been forged to build communication between MDPD and the media. More than 600 citizens participated in the On Saturday, officers responded to a report of Pat Blair said two police agents wanted them to look at a picture that they had of three people to possibly identify her. Afterwards, Fewless introduced LLN to Patrol Capt. Howell-Gonzalez took her complaints to a lieutenant in the department three times in April 2019 and Severances alleged behavior continued. According to her lawsuit, Howell-Gonzalez asked that this activity cease immediately and that her concerns be immediately investigated. MDPD allegedly ignored her request, and inexplicably, Howell[-Gonzalez] was instead told that the IA investigation into Severance must first be completed.. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. [PHOTO CREDIT: Bonnie Whicher], Published since 2009, Lake Legal News is a high-quality, glossy magazine blending current events with both topical and historical profiles of Lake County, Florida, attorneys, judges, police officers, elected officials, and residents. In a press conference on Sunday, police said the couples deaths are suspicious and they will investigate the case as a homicide. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. Karla Ray anchors Eyewitness News This Morning on Saturday and Sundays, and is an investigative reporter for the 9 Investigates unit. Officials in Mount Dora held a news conference Tuesday afternoon to give an update on the homicide investigation of a married couple found dead inside a senior living Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. We appreciate all the support we have received. Officials did not share details about where the vehicle or the woman were found. READ: Mount Dora residents pack meeting to discuss controversies surrounding police department. PUBLISHED 5:16 PM ET Jul. In 2019, Mount Dora police Chief John OGrady was relieved of duty after he was supposed to present an award to the couple who owns Las Palmas restaurant. 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Mount Dora retirees killed in violent attack, affidavit says Newly-released documents are sharing new details and information into the murders of two older READ: Police search for men shooting people with airsoft guns in downtown Mount Dora. Police Chief Brett Meade resigned last week over what he described as differences with the city manager, who wanted an outside investigator to review an incident caught on video showing a Mount Dora police officer, without reading a suspected drunk driver his rights, suddenly slamming his head into a car window while arresting him. Vickie Williams, 50, given no bond amount on 3 charges. Mount Dora police 9 Investigates is reporting ongoing turmoil within the Mount Dora Police Department tied to the retirement of its last chief of police. (WFTV.com News Staff) MOUNT DORA, Fla. Mount Dora Police Chief Brett Meade on Wednesday afternoon announced his retirement, the city said in a news release. 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Her identity has not been released at this time. (WFTV/WFTV). MOUNT DORA, Fla. Police are investigating the death of a man and woman at a Senior Living Community apartment in Mount Dora. On Saturday, officers responded to a report of potentially suspicious activity in the Senior Living Community, Waterman Village, located at 150 Waterman Avenue. At some point, Williams allegedly returned, killed the Getman's, and then left in their vehicle. Following the discussion, LLN inquired if there were any updates on either the murder or the double shooting and Fewless took LLN to the office of Capt. The supervisor on the scene said he did have concerns and sent an email asking Gibson to review the video and requested a recommendation on whether the officer should be disciplined. The officer described the situation in a hostile work complaint as offensive and humiliating. Multiple sources reached out to LLN since Thursday and told LLN that Fewless was allegedly fired by City Manager Robin Hayes at the urging of Bell. By Kevin Connolly Lake County. LLN works hard to build and maintain open and transparent relationships with all local public safety agencies to keep information flowing from the agency, to LLN and finally to the public. That meeting was July 17. Channel 9 asked police multiple times if they were looking for a suspect and if the community was safe. 2023 Cox Media Group. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. He was treated for serious injuries that forced him to be flown to Orlando Regional Medical Center in downtown Orlando. Im not going to say it didnt happen. And the deputy Chief, Mike Gibson, who is now serving as interim chief, also signed off on the report. Her professional career began at the Daily Commercial in 2004 where she covered cops and courts the majority of her time there until she left in 2009. It is valuable to build a level of trust between law enforcement and the public, in which the media plays a major role. T&N Market is on sale, once a community store is now the site of a painful reminder of a double homicide that took place last year. About a dozen residents showed up at the press conference to try to get some answers. VIDEO: Investigation provides insight into Mount Dora police chiefs sudden resignation, Investigation provides insight into Mount Dora police chiefs sudden resignation, Video: Records: Mount Dora officers arrested suspected drunk drivers on lesser charges to avoid paperwork. More than 600 citizens participated in the assessment process. 1:07. MOUNT DORA, Fla. 9 Investigates has learned more about why the Mount Dora police chief suddenly resigned last week. Mount Dora police said a security guard had called 911 to report the suspicious activity. "They were enjoying their golden years staying active and spending time with their many friends. >>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 MOUNT DORA, Fla. - Florida prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty against Vickie Williams, the woman accused of violently killing an older couple inside their home in a retirement community in Mount Dora. You can also contact us on our Facebook page and make sure you Like and Follow us there. Howell-Gonzalez is represented by Christopher Pace of Jill S. Schwartz & Associates in Winter Park. We will provide updates as we move through this process.. When officers arrived at the scene, they found a deceased man and woman. Born and raised in Lake County, she is a graduate of Umatilla High School and Lake-Sumter State College. Channel 9 asked police multiple times if they were looking for a suspect and if the community was safe. Since a medical emergency kept the couple from attending, the chief allowed a Hispanic officer to accept the award on their behalf. Please utilize our website regularly and follow us on Facebook, Nextdoor, Ring, Twitter, and Instagram to stay informed. The Mount Dora Police Department was the first law enforcement agency in the nation to receive full accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). Records appear to show that Williams had had a decades-long criminal history, including 24 arrests in Ohio or South Carolina. 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