Haines City Police Chief Greg Goreck has selected Brooke Hart as the city’s new Public Information Officer. PIO Hart will be responsible for writing press releases, distributing information to the public during critical incidents, working with the various media outlets, managing the police and fire social media platforms, promoting public safety campaigns, and reviewing body cam videos as necessary.
Hart began working for public safety before Hurricane Milton and was an instrumental team player with informing the community about resources. Hart previously worked for the Polk County Sheriff’s Office as a crime scene investigator and a crime analyst. Throughout her career, she has assisted in the investigations of many homicides, robberies and officer involved shootings. Prior to her departure from the Sheriff’s Office, Hart was recognized for her assistance in the successful investigation of a carjacking. Brooke is a mother, wife, and in her off time, loves to partake in her favorite hobby of photography