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Read the latest news from the Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association. From important announcements to everyday stories, we keep you informed about the work and dedication of Florida’s deputies.
Episode 3: Matt Walsh – FDLE Deputy Commissioner
In this episode of A Tactical Pause, Host John Creamer sits down with Florida Department of Law Enforcement Deputy Commissioner Matt Walsh.
Walton County Deputy Sheriff William May: FDSA Statement
The Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association is devastated by the tremendous loss of Walton County Deputy Sheriff William May.
Episode 2: Larry Beresnoy – President of TacOps
In this episode, host John Creamer speaks with Larry Beresnoy, president of TacOps, about the critical role of timely and relevant tactical training.
Episode 1: FDSA Executive Director Keith Dean
In this episode, host John Creamer sits down with Keith Dean, executive director of the Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association, to explore the origins and future of FDSA.
FDSA to Provide Cutting-Edge Training in 2025
The Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association is once again leading the way to provide the very best training and support to our members as well as the other brave deputies and officers who can benefit from these opportunities.
Lend a Hand Story: FDSA Delivers Hurricane Relief Checks to Deputies Recovering from 2024 Hurricanes
FDSA Deputy Executive Director John Creamer presents hurricane relief check to Leon County Sheriff Walt McNeil and Undersheriff Ron Cave. This is the first of more than $200,000 in donations that will be given to support 121 deputies across 15 counties as they recover from damage sustained from hurricanes in 2024.
Lend a Hand Story: DeSoto County Deputy Trujillo Receives Donation After Being Shot in the Line of Duty
FDSA Executive Director Keith Dean and DeSoto County Sheriff Jim Potter present Lend a Hand Fund donation to DeSoto County Deputy Trujillo to help his recovery after being shot in the line of duty.
FDSA Brings TacOps Conference to Florida
The Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association (FDSA) is proud to bring the popular TacOps Tactical Training Conference to Florida for the first time, delivering advanced law enforcement training directly to officers in the state. FDSA is breaking new ground by tailoring the event to meet the unique needs of Florida’s law enforcement community.
Lend a Hand Story: Deputy James Groves Receives Donation After Hurricane Helene Damage to His Home
Citrus County Sheriff and FDSA Immediate Past President Mike Prendergast presents Deputy James Groves with Lend a Hand Fund donation after his home was damaged following the 2024 hurricanes.
Lend a Hand Story: Sergeant Sudlow and Deputy Fischer Receive Lend a Hand Funds After Damage from Hurricane Milton
Citrus County Sheriff and FDSA Immediate Past President Mike Prendergast presents Lend a Hand Fund donations to Sgt. Sudlow and Deputy Fischer to repair their homes after they sustained significant damage from Hurricane Milton.
Lend a Hand Story: Citrus County Deputy Montgomery and Communications Officer Tompkins Receive Lend a Hand Funds After Damage from Hurricane Milton
Citrus County Sheriff and FDSA Immediate Past President Mike Prendergast presents Lend a Hand Fund donations to Citrus County Deputy Montgomery and Communications Officer Tompkins after they sustained significant damage from Hurricane Milton.
Supporting Deputies and Sheriff’s Office Employees When They Need It
It is in times like these that I am especially thankful that FDSA can support our deputies and sheriff’s office employees through direct and immediate assistance and through programs such as the Lend a Hand Fund, developed to help law enforcement personnel in their greatest time of need.
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