Off-Duty Florida Officer Found Dead at Water Park

Kelly Jo Brubaker, a sergeant with the Orange City (FL) Police Department, was found dead at a Daytona Beach water park on Tuesday evening.

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November 21, 2019

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A sergeant with the Orange City (FL) Police Department was found dead at a Daytona Beach water park on Tuesday evening.

According to ClickOrlando.com, 49-year-old Kelly Jo Brubaker had served with the department since 2007.

Orange City Police Chief Wayne Miller said in a statement, "The men and women of the Orange City Police Department are stunned by the unexpected death of our dear friend and co-worker Sgt. Kelly Brubaker."

The statement continued, "Kelly was very well-liked and respected as a knowledgeable and experienced police officer. She had mentored many younger officers and served as a role model for all. The Orange City Police Department already greatly misses Kelly Jo. The police department appreciates the outpouring of support from those in the community that heard about our loss. Please keep Kelly Jo, her family and all the members of the Orange City Police and law enforcement community in your prayers as we grieve this most unfortunate loss."

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