Port Orange Police Department

10/21/2026

UPDATE- Lauren has been recovered and is in good health.

MISSING PERSON- PO260005858

Please be on the lookout for Lauren Miller (33). She was last seen walking in the area of Mcdonald Road and Christy Drive wearing a blue flower shirt (see attached pictured), black shorts, and carrying a disposable water bottle. Lauren is approximately 5’4”, weighs 200 lbs, and has blue eyes and brown hair.

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

10/20/2026

We welcomed the Port Orange South Daytona Chamber’s Leadership Class to our department for its Public Safety Day.

It was a chance for us to interact directly with these future leaders and show them the tools we use to help keep our community safe.

The day also included a panel discussion with our area police chiefs and the sheriff, who shared their perspectives on law enforcement, leadership, and public service. It was a great opportunity to connect with our community and show them what we do.

10/15/2026

Press / Media Release from today's incident

On October 15, 2026, at 1018 hours, The Port Orange Police Department (POPD) received a call regarding a domestic disturbance at a residence on Tall Pine Drive in the Deep Forest subdivision in Port Orange. Upon our officers arriving on scene, a male resident, Eric Johnson (36), exited the residence and claimed his wife, Jennifer Halbrook (54), was armed with a knife inside and made multiple attempts to light the house on fire. Jennifer Halbrook then exited the residence and began walking toward officers with a large, bladed object in her hand holding it over her head in an aggressive manner. Officers ordered Jennifer Halbrook to drop the object, which she refused and retreated back into the residence. Law Enforcement Officials from the Southeast Volusia Reginal (SEVR) SWAT, and the Coastal Crisis Negotiations Team (CCNT) responded to assist. After lengthy negotiations, a peaceful resolution was reached, Jennifer Halbrook exited the residence without any further incident and was taken into custody and placed under arrest for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Eric Johnson was also arrested for resisting officers without violence during the onset of the investigation. The area has been declared clear, and there is no further threat to the community stemming from this matter.

For any further press inquiries, please contact The POPD Public Affairs Office through Michael Wallace at 386-506-5885. Should anyone have additional information regarding the case investigation, please contact the case agent, POPD Detective Schnibben at 386-506-5886.

10/15/2026

**All clear**

Scene secure on Tall Pine Drive (Deep Forest neighborhood)

Upon successful negotiations, the female subject exited the residence unarmed and was safely taken into custody. The area is all clear and safe to proceed. We would like to thank our partners with the multi-jurisdictional Southeast Volusia Regional SWAT team and Coastal Crisis Negotiations Team for their amazing work.

10/15/2026

**All clear**

Upon successful negotiations, the female subject exited the residence unarmed and was safely taken into custody. The area is all clear and safe to proceed. We would like to thank our partners with the multi-jurisdictional Southeast Volusia Regional SWAT team and Coastal Crisis Negotiations Team for their amazing work.

**Happening Now**

Law enforcement officials from POPD, SEVR SWAT, and negotiations teams are currently on the scene in the Tall Pine Drive area of the Deep Forest neighborhood, responding to a barricaded and armed individual. Negotiations are underway to achieve a peaceful resolution.

To ensure public safety, the surrounding streets are closed, and residents in the area are advised to remain indoors. An update will be provided once the all-clear is given.

10/15/2026

**Happening Now**

Law enforcement officials from POPD, SEVR SWAT, and negotiations teams are currently on the scene in the Tall Pine Drive area of the Deep Forest neighborhood, responding to a barricaded and armed individual. Negotiations are underway to achieve a peaceful resolution.

To ensure public safety, the surrounding streets are closed, and residents in the area are advised to remain indoors. An update will be provided once the all-clear is given.

10/12/2026

Remember that users of electric bicycles, motorized scooters, segways, and hoverboards have all the same rights - and must follow all the same rules - as traditional bicycle users.

Whatever and wherever you're riding, always:

- Be courteous to others and always yield to pedestrians.

- Be visible. It is always recommended to use light colored clothes, white front lights and rear red lights when traveling in low light conditions.

- Slow down at corners and make sure you halt before entering and crossing the road.

- Use safe speeds and distance, especially in shared spaces.

- Stay to the right, except when passing.

- Give an audible warning signal when passing others.

Follow all rules of the road and be predictable.

For more information, see Florida Statutes 316.003, 316.2065, 316.20655, and 316.2068

10/10/2026

On Thursday, October 8, 2026, the Southeast Volusia Regional (SEVR) SWAT Team in conjunction with the Coastal Crisis Negotiation Team (CCNT) participated in an annual joint training scenario. These annual scenarios provide valuable opportunities for the teams to prepare for real world crisis situations. The SEVR and CCNT teams are comprised of officers from the Port Orange Police Department, Ormond Beach Police Department, Holly Hill Police Department, Daytona Beach Shores Department of Public Safety, New Smyrna Beach Police Department, and Edgewater Police Department. Special thanks to all the volunteers, safety personnel, role players, and The Vine Church - Joined with Jesus for allowing the teams to use their location.

10/09/2026

🏍️ Look who stopped by to check out the Port Orange Police Athletic League (PAL) raffle motorcycle — Teddy Morse! 🙌

Port Orange PAL cannot thank Teddy Morse enough for his incredible support and for allowing us to display our PAL raffle motorcycle at his Harley-Davidson dealership in Ormond Beach!

A huge THANK YOU to Teddy Morse and every member of the Teddy Morse Harley-Davidson team who has gone above and beyond to make Port Orange PAL feel welcome. Your generosity, encouragement, and commitment to helping make this raffle a success mean so much to us!

With the support of amazing community partners like you, we can continue to grow, expand, and provide more opportunities for the youth in our community through our PAL programs. 💙

Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us make a difference in the lives of our youth! 🙏

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10/09/2026

This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, We Must Stand with Survivors

Domestic violence impacts millions of people each year, but it can be prevented. It requires the collective voice and power of individuals, families, institutions, and systems taking action to stand with survivors, always.

A proclamation ceremony was held at the Port Orange Regular City Council meeting on October 6, 2026, recognizing October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We invite you to join us in taking collective action to end domestic violence. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men have experienced contact sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner in their lifetime. Every day, advocates and local domestic violence programs are there to help. But across the United States, countless programs are currently facing funding shortages and operating at reduced capacity. Some have even had to close their doors.

Right here in Port Orange, the Port Orange Police Department has served 1136 victims of abuse and violence this past year ALONE.

The Port Orange Police Department’s Victim Advocate Office offers the following services to the victims of crime and tragedies:
• A database of community resources to assist victims of crime, families, and the elderly
• Assistance in filling all paperwork for injunctions for protection, victim impact statements, and victim compensation forms
• Emotional support during medical, criminal justice procedures, and law enforcement matters
• Family/Criminal court orientation, support and advocacy
• Transportation to aid victims of crime
• Assistance with emergency needs such as food, clothing, shelter, and transportation
• Death and injury notifications in cases of domestic violence, homicides, and other related criminal offenses

This October, join the Port Orange Police Department as we mourn for those whose lives were taken by domestic violence, celebrate the tremendous progress victim advocates have made over the years, and connect to meet our current moment. Together, we must stand with survivors. Always.