Family, law enforcement react to jury's death recommendation for Markeith Loyd

A jury is recommending the death penalty for Markeith Loyd, convicted of murdering Orlando Police Lt. Debra Clayton. Circuit Leticia Marques will decide Loyd's fate in January.

New OPD recruits talk challenges with community

The Orlando Police Department currently consists of 878 sworn members and 300 professional staff members.

Orange Sheriff Mina, Orlando Police Chief Rolon: Markeith Loyd deserves death sentence

Walking out of the Orange County Courthouse on Wednesday, Orange County Sheriff John Mina, who served as Orlando Police Chief at the time of Clayton's killing, said today has been a long time coming.  Current Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon shared Mina's sentiment.

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Third suspect in officer-involved shooting arrested

FOX 35 has exclusive video of the arrest of a third suspect accused of being tied to a shooting involving Orlando police officers.

OPD investigating robberies described as 'hate crimes' targeting LGBTQ victims

The Orlando Police Department is investigating what they are describing as robberies that could rise to the level of hate crimes targeting LGBT victims.

Family of fallen Orlando police officer presented with flag flown over U.S. Capitol Building

An American flag that was recently flown over the United States Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. was presented to the family of fallen Orlando Police Officer Kevin Valencia on Wednesday.

FEMA vaccine site vaccinates 500 members of law enforcement

Law enforcement personnel above 50 years old are now eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine. On Tuesday, 140 of the 500 who received the vaccine were from the Orlando Police Department, including OPD Chief Orlando Rolon.

Orlando police officers deliver toys to children

It's an Orlando police officer's job to be out in the community, but it was a special treat for them on Saturday, as they were decked out in Santa hats, giving out presents to children in the neighborhoods they serve.

Sergeant disciplined for telling Officer Kevin Valencia to kick-in door before he got shot

Representatives for the Orlando Police Department said Sgt. Amanda White received an eight-hour suspension after violating department policy when she instructed an officer to kick-in a door during a standoff. It resulted in the officer being shot.