SILVER SPRINGS SHORES DISTRICT OFFICE

Silver Springs Shores District
501 Water Road Ocala, FL 34472     
Phone: (352) 402-6000          
Fax: (352) 687-3203

The Silver Spring Shores District is located in the southeastern part of Marion County. The district is 51.15 square miles and currently has a total population of 22,955 within that area. The district has 12 deputies assigned along with the district commander who holds the rank of Lieutenant as well as one secretary. The district is also patrolled by the Shore Action Force Eyes or S.A.F.E., which is a volunteer group of citizens that serve as extra eyes and ears for the Sheriff’s Office. They report directly to the district commander. The unit is currently using two Toyota Hybrid vehicles that are very good on fuel and serve their patrol needs well at minimal cost. The district office is located at 501 Water Road and is open Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm with the exception of holidays. The main road that runs through the Silver Springs Shores District is CR 464 and along that road are numerous restaurants and grocery stores as well as other small businesses. The public is welcome to come by the district office and inquire about anything that is law enforcement related as well as gaining access to reports that are generated by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. The district secretary is also able to fingerprint individuals and do local background checks for a fee that is posted at the district office.

Message from the Shores District Commander, 

Although I am new to Shores District, I have previous experience as the Northwest District Commander. The Silver Springs Shores District is located in the southeastern part of Marion County. The district is 51.15 square miles and currently has a total population of 22,955 within that area. 

 I started my career in public service as a firefighter / paramedic with the City of Ocala, in 1989. I came to the Sheriff’s Office in 1995 and have held various positions during my 25-year tenure. During this time I have been a Patrol Deputy, Bike Patrol Deputy, Field Training Deputy, Property Crimes Detective, Major Crimes Detective, along with serving as an Undercover Agent with our Drug Enforcement Unit, where I was also cross designated as a Federal Task Force Agent with Homeland Security. My supervisory experience consists of a Sergeant within the Drug Enforcement Unit, as a first line supervisor. Until I was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant within the Drug Enforcement Unit and became the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Initiative Commander. I have also been assigned as the Major Crimes Commander, Northwest District Commander and a Patrol Watch Commander.  I hold a current Paramedic License through the State of Florida, a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, and I’m a graduate of the FBI National Academy Session 278. 

As your District Commander, I pledge to work hard and make a positive influence in your community. Law enforcement professionals have a very demanding job however, the 12 deputies and I that make up the Shores District are committed to building an alliance with the community and citizens within the Shores. We see each of you as partners in our efforts to make the Shores a safe, friendly place to raise your families or live. We will build an alliance with each of you and ask for your help in our continuing efforts to provide a healthy community and environment. We place the greatest value on human life and dignity and will continue to enhance both. As your Shores District Commander, I vow that all persons shall be treated with courtesy, respect, compassion and care whenever possible. 

Sincerely,  

Lieutenant Donnie Winston