Photo of the week: Serving up community connections

Winter Haven Police Chief Vance Monroe serves up ice cream as officers and specialty units connect with residents during National Night Out in Central Park

August 13, 2026 03:42 PM •

The Winter Haven Police Department brought National Night Out to Central Park in Winter Haven, Florida, giving residents a chance to meet officers, explore police equipment and learn more about the department’s specialty units.

Winter Haven PD Chief Vance Monroe helped serve ice cream to attendees, while ERT, Crime Scene, Marine Unit, Motors, K-9, DARE, Explorers and citizen volunteers took part in the event. The department called the new citywide gathering a success and plans to expand it next year.

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