2 police officers shot in downtown Orlando: Central Florida reacts

Orlando police Chief Eric Smith said a suspect shot two officers and carjacked another driver before fleeing the scene.

LIVE UPDATES: Orlando officers ‘fighting for their lives’ after being shot, suspects still at large

Central Florida law enforcement agencies and officials shared their support following the news. Read their reactions below:

Gov. Ron DeSantis

“Casey DeSantis and I are praying for the officers, their families and the entire Orlando Police Department. Our brave men and women in law enforcement put their lives on the line every day to serve and protect.

The perpetrator must face harsh justice.”

Ocoee Police

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd

Melbourne Police

Flagler Beach Police

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer

UCF Police Department

St. Cloud Police Department

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Ocala Police Department

Titusville Police Department

Seminole County Sheriff’s Office

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood

In a Facebook post, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood said he sends his support to the Orlando Police Department to bring justice to the community.

Read his statement here:

Two Orlando police officers were shot and critically injured overnight. Two suspects are still at large. On behalf of the entire Volusia Sheriff’s Office I want to send all our support and prayers to these officers, their families, the Orlando Police Department and the whole community. I also want to echo the message Chief Smith delivered to the shooters: “We will find you, and you will be brought to justice.”

Representative Anna Eskamani

Oviedo Police Department

Orange County Sheriff John Mina

Daytona Beach Police Chief Jakari Young

Orange County Sheriff’s Office

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