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Haines City Police Department terminates officer over traffic charges

Orlando Police Department Logo of the Orlando Police Department on a patrol car. (Nick Papantonis)

ORLANDO, Fla. — A former Haines City Police Department officer was arrested Oct. 18 for multiple criminal traffic violations by the Orlando Police Department.

According to Orange County court records, the former officer, Joseph Jarret, was charged with DUI with a minor in the car and reckless driving.

In a statement, the Haines City Police Department told Channel 9 that Everett has been terminated as a result of this incident.

Everett joined the Haines City Police Department in July of 2026.

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Carl-Max Millionard

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Carl-Max Millionard is a Content Creator for WFTV.com.

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