ORLANDO, Fla. — The Central Florida community and members of the law enforcement are sending well-wishes to an Orlando police officer shot in the line of duty.
Officer Kevin Valencia was responding to a domestic violence call at 11:45 p.m. Sunday at the Westbrook Apartment complex when he was shot.
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The officer underwent surgery at Orlando Regional Medical Center and is expected to survive although his injuries are serious, according to Orlando police Chief John Mina.
People woke up Monday to news of the shooting and began offering words of encouragement and support.
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We are heartbroken to learn 4 children held hostage in an Orlando apartment have been killed. Our sincere condolences go out to their families, & we continue to pray for @OrlandoPolice Officer Kevin Valencia who remains in critical condition after also being shot by the suspect
— Seminole County S.O. (@SeminoleSO) June 12, 2018
Completely heartbreaking for those families and the community. We continue to send prayers for Officer Valencia’s recovery. https://t.co/PIMCGHrT36
— Kissimmee Police (@kissimmeepolice) June 12, 2018
Praying for a full recovery for the Orlando police officer who was shot in the line of duty last night. And for the safety of all those involved in this tragic situation. https://t.co/SjllUsFtgt
— Bill Nelson (@SenBillNelson) June 11, 2018
Our thoughts & prayers are with the @OrlandoPolice officer that was shot overnight responding to a domestic disturbance call. Thankfully, the officer is expected to survive. We are praying for the safety of all involved in this incident & the quick recovery of the wounded officer pic.twitter.com/NF1FQKWQvd
— CasselberryPolice (@Casselberry_PD) June 11, 2018
Today we stand united with @OrlandoPolice as they work a difficult case while hoping and praying their brother pulls through. #OneTeam https://t.co/N6oIAk60o0
— FlaglerSheriff (@FlaglerSheriff) June 11, 2018
Just spoke with @ChiefJohnMina about the terrible situation in Orlando, with one officer shot & wounded. FL’s brave LEO put themselves in danger everyday to protect us. We are monitoring this and praying for the safety of all involved & the quick recovery of the wounded officer.
— Rick Scott (@SenRickScott) June 11, 2018
Clermont P.D. thoughts and prayers are with Orlando P.D. as one of their officers where shot while attempting to apprehend a domestic battery suspect. The officer has sustained a very serious injury and being treated by medical personnel at this time pic.twitter.com/Q89Sdaz76Z
— Clermont Police (@ClermontPD) June 11, 2018
.@ChiefOttoDrozd and the men and women of OCFRD send prayers of strength and healing this morning to the @OrlandoPolice Officer who was shot last night. Thank you to those who have, and continue to, assist in the care and comfort of this Officer.
— OCFire Rescue (@OCFireRescue) June 11, 2018
Our hearts are with our brothers and sisters @OrlandoPolice and are praying for the wounded officer to make a full recovery as this situation continues.
— Orange County Sheriff's Office (@OrangeCoSheriff) June 11, 2018
Sending our community’s support and prayers to the @OrlandoPolice officer shot late last night. We appreciate our first responders who risk their lives each day to keep us safe.
— Mayor Buddy Dyer (@orlandomayor) June 11, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with @OrlandoPolice after last nights incident. We pray for healing and a speedy recovery.
— Osceola Sheriff (@OsceolaSheriff) June 11, 2018
KPD stands with our OPD family this morning. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. https://t.co/L7gqon784T
— Kissimmee Police (@kissimmeepolice) June 11, 2018
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Our thoughts are with Orlando Police this morning after news that one of their officers was shot in a standoff. Thankfully, according to Chief John Mina, the officer is expected to survive.
— Daytona Beach Police (@DaytonaBchPD) June 11, 2018
Prayers for our OPD family. https://t.co/Xi2eZqkX0t
— Orlando Fire Dept (@OrlandoFireDept) June 11, 2018
Chief Gauntlett and all the SCPD are praying and giving all the support to our @OrlandoPolice family and @ChiefJohnMina. https://t.co/BuClZ7wvMD
— St.Cloud Police Dept (@StCloudPD) June 11, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers go out to our brothers and sisters with <a href="https://twitter.com/OrlandoPolice?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OrlandoPolice</a>. One of their officers was shot overnight during a domestic disturbance. We are thankful to hear from <a href="https://twitter.com/ChiefJohnMina?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChiefJohnMina</a> the officer is expected to survive. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeAreSCSO?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WeAreSCSO</a>
Sending love and strength to the injured officer, their loved ones, and our friends at @OrlandoPolice. 💛🖤💙 https://t.co/g910dUDS4z
— UCF Police Dept. (@UCFPolice) June 11, 2018
Prayers from #WPPD for a full & speedy recovery for the injured officer and their family and to our brothers & sisters at OPD responding - stay safe. https://t.co/OJ86XPFMOh
— Winter Park Police (@WinterParkPD) June 11, 2018
Our prayers are with our OPD family and Officer Valencia’s family. Enough is enough. Violence against law enforcement needs to stop!! https://t.co/tkGTwik9SX
— Kissimmee Police (@kissimmeepolice) June 12, 2018
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