DeLand Daily Brief: Arson Arrest, Bar Shooting Case Update, County Arrest Near City Limits
DeLand, FL — February 6, 2026 — Police made an arson arrest after an apartment fire, while a deadly bar shooting case and a nearby county arrest drew attention.
Apartment Fire Leads to Arson Arrest
DeLand firefighters were called out early Tuesday morning to an apartment fire that displaced residents and sent one person to the hospital with minor burns. Crews were able to contain the blaze to a single unit, preventing it from spreading to neighboring apartments.
Investigators later determined the fire was intentionally set. A suspect was arrested on arson charges, and the case remains under review with assistance from state fire officials. City fire leaders credited fast response times and coordination with mutual aid for limiting damage.
Arrest Made in Deadly DeLand Bar Shooting
Police announced an arrest this week in connection with a deadly shooting at a DeLand bar that shocked the community earlier this year. Investigators say a fight inside the business escalated, ending with gunfire that killed one man and injured a bartender.
The suspect, a former local high school athlete, is now in custody. Authorities say the arrest follows weeks of interviews, evidence review, and coordination with prosecutors. The case is expected to move through the court system in the coming months.
Volusia County Deputies Arrest Out-of-State Suspect Near DeLand
In a separate law enforcement development, deputies arrested a 68-year-old man west of DeLand who was wanted in another state on murder charges. The arrest took place along a rural roadway and was captured on body camera video released by the sheriff’s office.
Officials say the suspect did not resist and is awaiting extradition. While the case originated outside Florida, local authorities emphasized the importance of interagency cooperation in tracking down fugitives who cross state lines.
Looking Ahead
Between fire investigations and major criminal cases, public safety remained a central focus in DeLand this week. City officials continue to encourage residents to report suspicious activity and stay informed as investigations progress.
Sources
- https://www.wftv.com/news/local/suspect-arrested-arson-after-apartment-fire-deland-officials-say/XS7IKRZRT5FSDNTM4LS4SD4TI4/
- https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2025/05/03/shooting-in-deland-bar-leaves-1-dead-1-injured-suspect-not-yet-located-police-say/
- https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2025/10/02/video-out-of-state-murder-suspect-arrested-in-volusia-county/
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