Two people in a Tavares mobile park were found dead from carbon monoxide poisoning after using a generator after Hurricane Milton, according to the police department.

The Tavares Police Department says it’s stepping up patrols in the Rosewood area after multiple reported shootings.

A 15-year-old boy was arrested after he almost ran over a police officer in a stolen vehicle on Sunday morning, according to the Tavares Police Department.

Law enforcement agencies in Central Florida told News 6 they have been working for years to recruit more women, but many said it has been a challenge.

A Tavares police officer who was revived with NARCAN after being exposed to fentanyl during a traffic stop is speaking about her experience.

Newly-sworn in Tavares police Chief Sarah Coursey is the first woman to become the top cop in her city and only the second in all of Lake County.

A suspect with a criminal history was arrested after a woman walked into the Tavares Police Department covered in blood, officers said.

The city of Tavares is getting a new police chief, officials said Thursday.

A drive-by shooting Saturday night in Lake County prompted an investigation by the Tavares Police Department that the public was offered a role in.

The Tavares Police Department is searching for information on a hit-and-run from last month.

The pilot of a small plane was uninjured Sunday morning after the plane had mechanical issues and crashed into Lake Harris, according to the Tavares Police Department. The pilot was unable to land the plane back at the Leesburg International Airport, but after the plane crashed into the lake, was able to swim to safety, police said.

TAVARES, Fla. – Three people were found dead at a Tavares home Thursday in what police are calling a double murder and suicide. Tavares police Lt. Sarah Coursey said officers responded around 9:15 a.m. following a Leesburg Police Department request to locate someone after they failed to show up to work. When officers went into the home, they found three people dead inside, two men and one female. “This is an isolated incident, it’s senseless, it’s sad, it’s a tragedy, but no danger to the community,” Coursey said. “We ask that you give the families respect and privacy during this difficult time,” Tavares police said in a tweet.

TAVARES, Fla. – A man arrested for the shooting at the Rosewood condominiums is now facing charges for a shooting near Winn Dixie, according to the Tavares Police Department. Police said around 1:30 p.m. on Dec. 20 a 19-year-old man was shot in the back in an area near Winn Dixie on St. Clair Abrams Avenue and East Burleigh Boulevard. Isiah McNealy is facing charges of attempted felony murder, discharge of a gun in public, possession of a gun by a convicted felon, and attempted robbery with a gun. This past Friday officers arrested McNealy for the shooting at Rosewood condominiums on Dec. 23. According to officials, investigators were able to find several possible locations for Mcnealy in the Clermont, Groveland area.

TAVARES, Fla. – ***Dec. 26 Update***The Tavares police department arrested Isaiah Mcnealy for the shooting at the Rosewood condominiums. According to officials, investigators were able to find several possible locations for Mcnealy in the Clermont, Groveland area. ***10:59 p.m. Dec. 23 Update***Police identified the suspect involved in the shots fired incident around the Rosewood Apartments area in Tavares. ***Original***Officers with the Tavares Police Department are asking the public to avoid the area around the Rosewood Apartments after shots fired Wednesday night. [TRENDING: Florida women’s prison failed to protect inmates | Man wins $1 million on scratch off | Florida older residents next for vaccine]Police said an armed man is in the area that has fired shots.

Lights atop a police cruiser flash at the scene of a crime in this undated file image. The Tavares Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on Sunday in the back of a Winn Dixie at St. Clair Abrams Avenue and East Burleigh Boulevard. Police said a 19-year-old male suffered non-life-threatening injuries after being shot once in the back. Police said the shooter is believed to be a Hispanic male in a dark vehicle. Anyone with information on the believed shooter and his whereabouts is asked to call Crime Line (800-423-8477) or the Tavares Police Department.

TAVARES, Fla. – A man who pistol-whipped a store employee during an armed robbery last week has been taken into custody, according to the Tavares Police Department. Police said Ahmad Isham was wearing a black hoodie with the word “Security” printed on it when he went to Dora Discount Beverage around 8:45 a.m. on Dec. 8 and hit a store employee on the head with a handgun. [TRENDING: Man shot by Daytona Beach police charged at officers | This is your best defense against skimming devices at gas stations | Raccoon in Christmas tree surprises Florida woman]Authorities released a surveillance image taken near the store around the time of the attack in hopes of identifying the culprit. On Friday, deputies in Marion County took Isham into custody on charges of armed robbery, aggravated battery and grand theft. “This violent offender is now behind bars where he belongs and hopefully for a long time,” police said.

TAVARES, Fla. – The Tavares Police Department is offering to test narcotics amid the coronavirus outbreak. But Tavares police say people can stop on by and test their meth anyway. [RELATED: Coronavirus: CDC photo shows facial hairstyles that work best with masks | How to prevent spreading, contracting Coronavirus COVID-19]“With the rising health concerns associated with the Coronavirus, we are offering free testing of your drugs,” department officials said in a Facebook post. If those drugs test positive for, say, crack cocaine or meth, police might just arrest you for free, too. Note: Only medical professionals can test individuals for the coronavirus.