In Lakeland, service is more than a job. It’s a legacy. Through stories of resilience, leadership, and remembrance, the Lakeland Police Department reveals a family bonded not just by duty, but by shared purpose.
To most, the badge represents law and order. But inside the Lakeland Police Department, it also signifies something deeper: commitment, sacrifice and a resilient family that shows up for one another—both in uniform and in life.
Ask Sergeant Chad Mumbauer what it means to serve, and you’ll get more than a job description. You’ll hear the story of a man who’s battled brain cancer three times—once while undergoing surgery awake—and who still chooses to report for duty with hope and humility…