Sanford Airport Police Department

Officer Palma presents one of SFB’s littlest travelers with a Junior Officer badge, making her an honorary member of the Sanford Airport Police Department!

The views at the Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) are sometimes unbeatable.

'Operation Southern Slow Down' is in full effect! 🚓 FDOT, FLHSMV, FHP, and local law enforcement agencies have teamed up for this weeklong event to help reduce the number of speed related crashes throughout the state. You can expect to see SAPD officers on our airport roadways supporting this campaign through the enforcement and education of safe driving practices.

Florida Department of Transportation
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Florida Highway Patrol

Our very own K9 Officer Mike Robbins and K9 Kay will be there assisting Lake Mary PD for this wonderful event! Please come out and show your support!
City of Lake Mary Municipality SafeHouse of Seminole 4th Street Bar & Grill

🐶 Get ready for a pawriffic event, Dine with the Dogs! This will be a fun night when eating at one of your favorite restaurants helps a non-profit organization. Dine with the Dogs will take place on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, 5:00pm-8:30pm at 4th Street Bar and Grill in Lake Mary. 5% of proceeds will be donated to Safehouse’s Pet Program. During this event, Police K9 Bella and K9 Hank will be greeting diners as they arrive. We can’t wait to see you! 🐾

4th Street Bar & Grill
SafeHouse of Seminole

A recent investigation led to the arrest of an individual for Trafficking in Fentanyl and Co***ne. The subject was encountered with over 90 grams of the illicit narcotics that were found artfully concealed in carry-on baggage.
The safety and security of the travelling public is the highest priority for the SAPD. Please remember if you see something, say something!

We have been busy over the past week helping our neighboring agencies with their 4th of July celebrations! SAPD officers assisted each city in ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all who attended the events.
🇺🇸 Rock, Freedom & Fireworks - Longwood Police Department City of Longwood, FL
🇺🇸 Red Hot & Boom - Altamonte Springs Police Department City of Altamonte
🇺🇸 Star Spangled Sanford - Sanford Police Department City of Sanford, FL Government
🇺🇸 Celebration of Freedom - Winter Springs Police Department City of Winter Springs

🌟 Happy 4th of July from the Sanford Airport Police Department!🌟 Have a safe and enjoyable holiday, but please celebrate responsibly!

Today, the Sanford Airport Authority and the Sanford Airport Police Department presented a plaque and an American flag to K9 Officer Mike Robbins memorializing the passing of K9 Officer Poeki.

K9 Poeki was born on September 23, 2009 in Germany. He was purchased by the Department of Defense and paired with K9 Officer Robbins in Canine Handler School at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. Robbins and Poeki graduated together on July 29, 2011 from the 10 week TSA Explosive Detection Canine Program.

During his career, K9 Poeki was deployed 1,706 times, totaling 1,393 hours of utilization. K9 Poeki had the privilege working VIP dignitary searches for President Bill Clinton, President Barack Obama, and President Donald Trump, as well as presidential candidates, prime ministers, and several political figures. He also assisted with many major events including Pulse Nightclub, Super Bowl 47, and multiple Daytona 500 and Coke Zero 400 speed weeks.

K9 Poeki became a legend at the Orlando Sanford International Airport, touching the hearts of many who worked here and brightening the day for passengers and employees alike.

Poeki retired April 2017 due to a debilitating spinal injury. K9 Officer Robbins adopted Poeki and he enjoyed a wonderful retirement, being spoiled daily. K9 Poeki passed away on April 2, 2024. K9 Officer Robbins stated, “It was an absolute honor working him and having him teach me on how to be a handler. He laid the foundation for the handler whom I am now. RIP my friend.”

Thank you Poeki, for your lifetime of service to the Orlando Sanford International Airport. You are deeply missed.

K9 Officer Poeki, End of Watch: April 2, 2024

Thank you so much Sanford Moose Lodge 1851& Chapter 1404! This past Monday evening, they provided dinner for our officers on Bravo shift. The chicken wings were delicious!

Happy Father's Day from the Sanford Airport Police Department!

Thank you to the brave men and women who have served our country and made the ultimate sacrifice. Please join us as we remember and honor our heroes this Memorial Day.

Today the Sanford Airport Police Department conducted Operation Terminal Safety.

Officers took time to educate drivers on the importance of yielding to pedestrians, wearing a seatbelt, and speed limits around the Sanford Airport property.

The operation concluded with one arrest, five citations and ten written warnings.

The Sanford Airport Police Department wishes to encourage safe driving while visiting the Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB).

Today we celebrated Communications Manager Tiffany Vincent as she graduated from Leadership Seminole’s Class 33! Leadership Seminole is a ten month program consisting of monthly one-day sessions which focus on issues such as government, arts, infrastructure, public safety, human services, healthcare, education, economic development, and environmental preservation. Participation is highly interactive and class members develop the basic elements of strong leadership for the betterment of the community. Congratulations Tiffany on your achievement!

National Police Week honors the law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe and remembers those who lost their lives in line of duty. Please join us in thanking the men and women of the Sanford Airport Police Department who have committed their lives to service in law enforcement. They come to work everyday to serve and protect the passengers and employees of the Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). We honor and thank you! 💙

Happy Mother's Day from the Sanford Airport Police Department! 🌷

On April 11, 2024, the Sanford Airport Police Department responded to an Aggravated Assault in reference to an unknown male brandishing a firearm at an employee. Contact was made with the victim who stated a white car with black tinted windows pulled into the fenced area of his business. The suspect driver then leaned out the window of the vehicle and pointed the firearm at him. The victim fled in fear for his life. The suspect left the scene prior to Officers arrival. The subsequent investigation identified the driver as Jonathan Soto, which was confirmed by the victim through a photo lineup.

A warrant was obtained for the arrest of Soto. He was apprehended in Seminole County and is being held without bond. He is charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.

Come see us today at the Hurricane Hunters event hosted by Million Air Orlando! This is an exciting opportunity to tour the planes that fly into hurricanes to gather crucial data for forecasting. This event is free and open to the public from 1:30-3pm. Get your tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hurricane-hunter-aircraft-tour-tickets-875319232387

Today SAPD joined Leadership Seminole’s Law and Justice Day, hosted by the Seminole County Sheriff's Office! Chief Gilotti participated in the Chief’s Q&A panel, and one of our marked patrol vehicles was on display for the Special Operations demonstration at the SCSO Aviation Unit hangar.

Last month, Sergeant Anthony Eger graduated from the FBI-LEEDA Supervisor Leadership Institute (SLI), a cutting edge program built especially for supervisors and middle managers with the goal of enhancing their leadership competencies. Attendees engaged in personality diagnostics, leadership case studies, mentoring, developing people, performance management, risk management and credibility. The SLI course is part one of the three-step leadership series that makes up the FBI-LEEDA Trilogy. Congratulations, Sergeant Eger!

On World Pilots Day, we wish all pilots and passengers a safe and enjoyable journey flying with Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) and Million Air Orlando!

Extending a big thank you to the staff and members of Million Air Orlando for their constant support of our officers. We appreciate their efforts and dedication. It's a pleasure to work with such an amazing team.

Our Sanford Airport Police Department and K-9 Unit does an amazing job of keeping our airport safe and secure. We appreciate you!

Thank you so much to the Sanford Police Department for your partnership and assistance with this event! We could not have done it without you!!

The Orlando Air Show hosted at Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) is one of Sanford's largest annual events. Sanford Police officers assisted our partnering agencies in making this a safe weekend for everyone!

We are grateful for the understanding of our community in regards to last weekend’s increased traffic in the area. We know it can be frustrating when traffic patterns change and traffic backs up. The officers and officials who create traffic plans for this event start planning months in advance in order to manage the thousands of vehicles that come to this event and do their best to reduce the impact on our community.

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Will we being seeing you this weekend at the Orlando Air Show?! It is going to be hot and sunny out there! 😎 Make sure you stay hydrated!

Some ways to make sure your family stays hydrated:
1. Drink plenty of water and electrolytes💧
2. Eat fruits such as watermelon, strawberries and pineapple🍉
3. Set yourself a reminder to hydrate⏰

Our team is getting ready for the 2024 Orlando Air Show, which is happening this weekend, April 20th-21st, at our very own Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)!

Officer Lapp, Officer Anderson and Tiffany with the airport control center stopped by the Blue Angels C-130J Hercules A.K.A Fat Albert to speak with the flight crew and take a tour of the plane.

We can’t wait to watch them take flight!

On April 14, 2024, the Sanford Airport Police Department responded to a call for service in reference to a hit and run. Upon arrival, officers discovered the victim had been followed by their estranged ex-boyfriend, identified as Leonel Carmelo Gonzalez-Casillas, who intentionally rammed his vehicle into the victim’s vehicle. The victim further stated Gonzalez-Casillas had been harassing them via phone calls, text messages and social media, claiming he was going to kill them.

A warrant was issued for the arrest of Gonzalez-Casillas. He was apprehended in Brevard County and is being held without bond. He is charged with Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon (Domestic Violence) and Felony Criminal Mischief.

It is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week! Please join us in thanking our Control Center dispatchers for all they do behind the scenes to keep our airport safe! Their hard work and dedication ensure the safety and security of every passenger at SFB.

Who is ready to see the Blue Angels?! The Air Show is this weekend here at the Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)!

Glad to see we all made it through the Eclipse. 🤓

Let us know if you see the 'SFB' bee during your visit to the Orlando Sanford International Airport. Tag us in the photo if you like...