Local law enforcement agencies respond to the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis

Statement from Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, Gainesville Police Department, Santa Fe College Police Department, University of Florida Police Department, Alachua Police Department, and High Springs Police Department

Alachua County Law Enforcement Serves with our Community

All members of law enforcement agencies in Alachua County understand the great responsibility we share to keep our community safe while working in partnership to address needs. We live and work here and recognize the incredible authority we possess to impact lives. 

The tragedy in Minneapolis forces us to look within ourselves and ensure that only those who understand our solemn commitment to the badge are able to wear that symbol of authority. We grieve for the family and friends of George Floyd and the residents of Minneapolis. We thank the law enforcement officers who have spoken out and condemned the untenable actions of those officers who were involved in Mr. Floyd’s death. 

The Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, Gainesville Police Department, Santa Fe College Police Department, University of Florida Police Department, Alachua Police Department, and City of High Springs Police Department work 24/7/365. 

We respect and serve you, are part of you, and will always be transparent with the ways that we serve you. 

Sincerely,

Sadie Darnell                 Chief Tony Jones            
Sheriff of Alachua County       Gainesville Police Department    

Chief Ed Book Chief Linda Stump-Kurnick
Santa Fe College Police Department University Police Department

Chief Chad Scott    Chief Antoine Sheppard
Alachua Police Department   High Springs Police Department