NewsPolk County

Actions

Haines City police department captain arrested by federal authorities

Gabriel Garcia
Posted
and last updated

POLK COUNTY, Fla — Haines City Police Department Capt. Gabriel Garcia was arrested on Thursday (May 22) by federal authorities following an investigation led by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

The City of Haines City said they arrested him in connection with an ongoing federal investigation from the VA's Office of the Inspector General, and it is an active federal matter.

“Leadership in law enforcement carries a greater burden of responsibility, and when that trust is broken, it damages the profession and the community," Haines City Police Chief Jay Hopwood said in a statement.

The City said they were provided a copy of the indictment and are actively reviewing it.

Garcia was hired for the position in 2007.

Read full indictment here

Gabriel Garcia indictment by ABC Action News on Scribd

In new report, bankruptcy investigator says Citrus County homebuilder may have 'duped' buyers

When Madeline Frets made her first payment for a new-build home in Citrus County, she never imagined she would still be waiting for that dream home to become a reality almost four years later.

In new report, bankruptcy investigator says Citrus County homebuilder may have 'duped' buyers