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. 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. Channel 9 spoke to a couple who said they have experienced multiple days of strange situations leading up to this homicide. [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!)]. Police in Mount Dora are looking for a woman who reportedly stole thousands of dollars from a Walmart. 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. Mount Dora retirees killed in violent attack, affidavit says Newly-released documents are sharing new details and information into the murders of two older MOUNT DORA, Fla. A man who was Tased by a Mount Dora Police Sergeant is only talking to Eyewitness News. 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. In May, LLN was on scene the only media on scene of a murder at Lowes, 18795 U.S. Highway 441, Mount Dora attempting to get information from MDPD officers investigating the crime. "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. Mount Dora She has pleaded not guilty to all charges, according to online court records. Four people, including a juvenile, were found dead in a Brevard County home, according to sheriffs office. Howell-Gonzalez complained to a MDPD sergeant, who always advised her he was told to leave Ofc. No MDPD or other investigator followed up with Howell-Gonzalez or the witness about the threat, according to the lawsuit. He wrote in the affidavit of probable cause that The news release did not say what prompted the chiefs decision to leave his post. Officers said they followed her off the property and eventually lost sight of her. ', Greece's worst-ever rail crash kills dozens, crushes cars, Just Fontaine, who scored 13 goals at 1958 World Cup, dies, Tri-State could get 2-3 inches of rain late this week. 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. Mount Dora Police has seen half its staff turn over in the last two years, and are recruiting for new officers right now. Now, though, the city has a plan to move forward. Officials said she stole more than $19,000 from a cash register and left to location. Watch: Archaeologists: Mystery object unearthed by hurricanes in Volusia County could be 1800s cargo ship. READ: Mount Dora police release sketch of suspect in abduction. 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. When describing the couple, he became emotional. She said, I lost my car key and I need to call my husband, but my phone needs charging, could I come in and charge my phone? Frank Blair said. VIDEO: Investigation provides insight into Mount Dora police chiefs sudden resignation Investigation provides insight into Mount Dora police chiefs sudden resignation. She said the support she got from other teams was 'overwhelming. Video: Report notes toxic environment at Mount Dora PD: Whats being done to change that. VIDEO: Deplorable: Man Tased by Mount Dora police sergeant speaks out Deplorable: Man Tased by Mount Dora police sergeant speaks out. 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. In September 2021, a Mount Dora police sergeant pulled him over, because he said Stevens, was driving recklessly. 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 said the woman doesn't appear to have any ties to the Central Florida area, and they believe the woman was passing through. More than 600 citizens participated in the assessment process. (When LLN arrived at Fewless office, Chief Robert Bell was leaning against a nearby wall and appeared displeased to have LLN inside the department.). Police said she drove off in a silver Toyota Corolla. Read: Mount Dora police investigate suspicious death of man and woman at senior living community. 2009-2019 James Hope D/B/A Lake Legal News, located in Tavares, Florida. LAKE COUNTY, Fla. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against the woman accused of killing a Mount Dora couple at their apartment in December. (Our website also offers breaking news and web exclusives.). Officials did not share details about where the vehicle or the woman were found. She graduated from UCF and returned to Central Florida after working in Colorado. Channel 9 asked police multiple times if they were looking for a suspect and if the community was safe. Being able to be effective communicators, being able to be effective decision-makers, and identifying or building those training skill sets, so thats one of our priorities moving forward, Meade said. The analysis noted the only category that most officers felt confident in their level of training was active shooter response, stating they feel insufficiently trained in all other categories. Mount Dora police investigate suspicious death of couple at senior living community. And my phone needs charging, can I come in and charge my phone?". A reward for information is being offered in a homicide investigation of a husband and wife found dead at a Mount Dora senior living community over the weekend, according to police. The woman accused of killing a Mount Dora couple at their apartment in a senior living community has been indicted on a murder charge. 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. 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. OGrady was succeeded by Robert Bell, who had been serving as deputy chief. Stevens was ready and waiting when Investigative Reporter Daralene Jones arrived in the visitors area at the Lake County Jail. MOUNT DORA, Fla. 9 Investigates has learned more about why the Mount Dora police chief suddenly resigned last week. 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. The assessment noted that in some cases, policies and procedures are inconsistent, contradictory, and in different formats., READ: Heres the form medically vulnerable Floridians need filled out to get the COVID-19 vaccine. We entered into an agreement with a third-party organization; however, the organization reconsidered and declined to move forward. (WFTV). Vickie Williams, 50, given no bond amount on 3 charges. Serving the citizens of Mount Dora has been an honor and highlight of my 40-year professional career. 2023 Cox Media Group. The suit alleges Howell-Gonzalez complained of fellow officer Ivy Severance using city time for her personal errands and it being a chronic issue. On Thursday, LLN was tipped off to Fewless firing. 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. Afterward, Williams went to an apartment, knocked on the door and asked a resident inside whether she could take a shower, according to the police department. 3 min read. LAKE COUNTY, Fla. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against the woman accused of killing a Mount Dora couple at their apartment in December. READ: 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 The Mount Dora police chief has sent a directive to his officers, following a 9 Investigates report. Brett Meade announced his resignation Wednesday, according to a news release. (Karla Ray, WFTV.com). Thomas is originally from Northeastern Pennsylvania and worked in Portland, Oregon before moving to Central Florida in August 2018. We went to City Hall, to ask the City Manager about his plans to have an outside agency to investigate this and other incidents 9-investigates has exposed, but a spokesperson told us they would provide a statement, instead. That meeting was July 17. Mount Dora Police has seen half its staff turn over in the last two years, and are recruiting for new officers right now. 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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. According to the Mount Dora Police Department, officers Channel 9 asked police multiple times if they were looking for a 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. About a dozen residents showed up at the press conference to try to get some answers. An arrest affidavit described what appears to be a violent encounter inside the home with both Sharon and Darryl suffering serious injuries to their bodies. I believe it was someone that was simply passing through and its a once-in-a-lifetime event.. That's when police said the person of interest ran off, but not before grabbing a set of keys near the apartment's front door that belonged to a car and a mailbox. 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. Around 2 a.m. on Saturday, a green Kia Soul, the Getman couple's vehicle, was captured on camera driving out of the complex, police said. It appears it was a random crime, Gibson said during a news conference. Santiago reportedly sped away from police again in Sanford before a helicopter spotted the pickup about 4:45 p.m. Monday, near U.S. Highway 441 and Eudora Road. This is an ongoing investigation. If you need help with the Public File, call 407-291-6000. 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.". Welcome to the Mount Dora Police Department page and thank you for your visit! Copyright 2023 ClickOrlando.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. Williams is currently being held on no bond at the Lake County jail. TAVARES State prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Vickie Lynn Williams if she is convicted of killing Darrell and Sharon Getman in their Waterman Village home in late December. 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. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. The Mount Dora Police Department said officers responded to the Waterman Village senior living complex on Dec. 31 and found the couple stabbed to death inside their home. 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. Police are investigating the death of a man and woman at a Senior Living Community apartment in Mount Dora. The Blairs said police would not tell them if the people in the photos were suspects in the murders, or if the woman who tried to come into their home had anything to do with the homicide. 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. Sheriff: 4 found dead, including child, at Brevard County home, Governor requests information from state attorneys office on accused Pine Hills shooters record, All aboard: Ride SunRail for free this Saturday, West Virginia could pay former residents $25,000 to come back, Breeze Airways adds 4 new routes from Orlando International Airport. We will provide updates as we move through this process.. Detectives pinged cell phones, engaged license plate readers in three counties and even visited the mother of the woman they say killed a Mount Dora couple in their apartment on New Years Eve. 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. We have not wavered from our search. In September 2021, a Mount Dora police sergeant pulled him over, because he said Stevens, was driving recklessly. He further explains he cant put his car in park, as the Sergeant asks. Neighbors said they are very concerned for their safety, but police will be keeping a watchful eye on the community for the time being. That means hiring a training supervisor, as well as a crime analyst who can identify trends in crime. 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. Police said they located the missing vehicle using license plate readers and by pinging one of the victim's cell phones, which was left inside the vehicle. Born and raised in Lake County, she is a graduate of Umatilla High School and Lake-Sumter State College. The vehicle accelerated while in reverse striking me with the drivers door open, the officer wrote in his report. Interim Police Chief Mike Gibson said there is no threat to the public, but he was hesitant to say anything else. Mount Dora officials on Sunday announced a man and woman were found dead the day prior in an apartment at a senior living community. charged last month with first-degree murder and grand theft, Waterman Village senior living complex on Dec. 31. the resident hit an alarm button, and the woman then grabbed a set of keys and fled. It was the goal of both LLN and Fewless to begin creating that transparency. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Just four days later, the witness received an anonymous letter devoted entirely to Severances interests threatening the witness with a defamation lawsuit. Its extensive, at more than 200 pages, and uncovered problems with culture and policies that are inconsistent, as well as a lack of training. When LLN arrived, it was a highly active scene and LLN traveled around the outskirts of the scene for about 10 minutes. READ: Police search for men shooting people with airsoft guns in downtown Mount Dora. The Blairs said police would not tell them if the people in the photos were suspects in the murders, or if the woman who tried to come into their home had anything to do with the homicide. Williams was found days later in Savannah, Georgia parked at an train station with the Getman's vehicle, police said. Severance alone at the instruction of then-Deputy Chief Robert Bell, who later became the MDPD police chief, the lawsuit states. Brenda Argueta is a digital journalist who joined ClickOrlando.com in March 2021. It just shows how well thought of our parentswere," they said in a statement, previously shared with news outlets. Read: Pedestrian killed in deadly Central Florida hit-and-run crash, troopers search for vehicle. But I do know this, at the time the officer approached my car he had no probable cause to even talk to me, Stevens said during the interview. Since a medical emergency kept the couple from attending, the chief allowed a Hispanic officer to accept the award on their behalf. 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. Read: Foggy and wet start to the New Year. 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. Bloom is a former assisted living administrator and has major concern about security at senior living facilities like Waterman Village. She said, I lost my car key and I need to call my husband, but my phone needs charging, could I come in and charge my phone? Frank Blair said. The lawsuit further alleges Bell made it clear Howell-Gonzalez would never return to the community relations unit because of her objections to what Howell-Gonzalez refers to as Severances theft of time. Severance later made a list of villains and Howell-Gonzalez was included as Lady Tremaine, Cinderellas evil stepmother, the lawsuit states. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. 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. Newly-released documents are sharing new details and information into the murders of two older residents at a senior living facility on New Year's Eve in Mount Dora, Florida, including how the couple may have died and how authorities were able to track down the alleged suspect in Georgia. In a press conference on Sunday, police said the couples deaths are suspicious and they will investigate the case as a homicide. 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. Meade was brought in as interim chief to lead the assessment, which found a critical need for enhanced training. LLN received a tip moments after the shooting occurred and was on scene not long after the first 9-1-1 call was received. The officer replied by saying shes Puerto Rican and OGrady said, same thing, according to the report. MOUNT DORA, Fla. Only 9 Investigates went over the plan to revamp the Mount Dora Police Department after it went through two police chiefs in a year. 0:22. In July, a double shooting occurred near Grant Avenue and Clayton Street, just a few blocks from Mount Dora Middle School. The tenant became panicked and pushed her emergency alarm button, police said. The chief is represented by well-known attorney Mark Nejame. Police are investigating the death of a man and woman at a Senior Living Community apartment in Mount Dora. Michael Gibson, who was also helpful and offered his assistance in building an open relationship. (City of Mount Dora) MOUNT DORA, Fla. Firefighters fought a raging house fire in Mount Dora Sunday afternoon, after a house was struck by lightning. "Thats concerning," Mount Dora resident Jane Bloom said. Meade is the third chief to leave Mount Dora police since 2019. 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. Shortly before 11 p.m., officials said she returned to the community and knocked on the door of one of the apartments and asked the tenant if she could take a shower. Four people, including a juvenile, were found dead in a Brevard County home, according to sheriffs office. (Andrews represented Fewless in a prior case involving retirement issues with another agency.). City Staff and I are working diligently to find a third party to review these cases. LLN departed the meeting confident that a clear path had been forged to build communication between MDPD and the media. Howell-Gonzalez was then transferred from her unit, the lawsuit states. Stevens, at this point, was in the center lane of traffic, sandwiched between two other vehicles on the busy highway. (Copyright 2021 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved. Get todays headlines in minutes with Your Florida Daily: Copyright 2023 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved. READ: Mount Dora residents pack meeting to discuss controversies surrounding police department. On Monday, the Mount Dora Police Department said it received a call saying the missing vehicle had been found. When officers arrived at the scene, they found a deceased man and woman. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Williams, 50, was arrested in Savannah, Georgia in the couples stolen car. 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Read the full statement from Anthony 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. Read: Mount Dora police investigate suspicious death of man and woman at senior living community. 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. The suspect put his vehicle in reverse while I was standing next to the vehicle with the drivers door open. WebMike Gibson Interim Chief of Police Ph: (352) 735-7130 Fax: (352) 383-4623 Email gibsonm@cityofmountdora.com VIDEO: Mount Dora police officer accused lieutenant of sexual harassment, investigation shows Mount Dora police officer accused lieutenant of sexual harassment, investigation shows. You can also contact us on our Facebook page and make sure you Like and Follow us there. 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. Howell-Gonzalez is represented by Christopher Pace of Jill S. Schwartz & Associates in Winter Park. 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 total, John Stevens will likely die in prison if hes convicted for any of the long list of felony charges he faces, including aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer, aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude, leaving the scene of a crash and driving while license canceled suspended or revoked. On Oct. 3, 2019, Howell-Gonzalez was interviewed, and she identified a witness to support her claims. MOUNT DORA, Fla. 9 Investigates has learned more about why the Mount Dora police chief suddenly resigned last week. Read: Foggy and wet start to the New Year. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. She has made more than two dozen appearances on live national television, includingNancy Graceand theGreta Van Susterenshow, along with her appearance onEvil Twins. WebAs Mount Dora police investigate the double murder of a couple in the Waterman Village retirement community, their friends and relatives are devastated. Vickie Williams was charged last month with first-degree murder and grand theft in the slayings of Darryl and Sharon Getman, a retired couple in their 80s. Frank and Pat Blair said the day before the murders, a woman tried to get them to let her in their home. 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. If you have any information, call the Mount Dora Police Department Criminal Investigations Unit at (352) 735-7130. The top priority, though, is reworking all agency policies and procedures. Police in Mount Dora are investigating the deaths of a man and woman at a senior living community. Those arrests ranged from misdemeanors to felonies, including assault, criminal trespassing, theft, robbery, receiving stolen property, and domestic violence. The Getman's adored the Mount Dora community, their children said, and have lived in the city for more than 20 years. MOUNT DORA Police late Monday still had not publicly identified the elderly couple found slain in their home Saturday at Waterman Village Lakeside Community. MOUNT DORA, Florida Just two business days after meeting with Lake Legal News to create a better relationship with the media, Mount Dora Police Deputy [TRENDING: Woman runs into record books, beats entire field at Disney Princess Half Marathon | US Supreme Court denies Crosley Greens petition in murder case | Become a News 6 Insider], The filing, dated Feb. 23, 2023, seeks the death penalty against Williams due to the killings being especially heinous, atrocious, or cruel.. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. PUBLISHED 5:16 PM ET Jul. "They were enjoying their golden years staying active and spending time with their many friends. "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. And the deputy Chief, Mike Gibson, who is now serving as interim chief, also signed off on the report. Mount Dora police said a security guard had called 911 to report the suspicious activity. Mount Dora police said a security guard had called 911 to report the suspicious activity. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. Coy Hunter. 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. He was treated for serious injuries that forced him to be flown to Orlando Regional Medical Center in downtown Orlando. Hes been sitting in the Lake County Jail since he was released from the hospital last September after two weeks. Afterwards, Fewless introduced LLN to Patrol Capt. 2023 Cox Media Group. She started her journalism career at LSSC, where she was editor of both student publications,The AnglerandTheOdyssey. 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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