KISSIMMEE, FL — The Kissimmee Police Department has arrested two individuals following a three-month investigation into illegal alcohol sales at Pa’ Pikar Lounge, located at 127 Broadway in Kissimmee.
Investigators from the department’s Tactical Police Unit (TAC) launched the probe after receiving multiple tips and complaints about unlawful alcohol sales at the establishment. Through their efforts, detectives confirmed that alcohol was being sold illegally in violation of Florida law.
On Friday, January 30, 2026, with assistance from the Kissimmee Police Department Emergency Response Team (ERT), Patrol Division, Forensics Unit, Criminal Investigations Division (CID), and agents from the Osceola Narcotics Investigative Bureau (ONIB), authorities executed a lawful search warrant at the business.
During the operation, dozens of bottles of alcohol were seized. The business owner and an employee were taken into custody and face felony charges related to unlawful alcohol sales.
The arrested individuals are:
- Edsel Abad Rodriguez La Versa
- Joshua David Lopez Pena
“This investigation highlights the importance of coordinated enforcement and community reporting,” said Kissimmee Police Chief Charles Broadway. “The illegal sale of alcohol creates public safety concerns, and we will continue working with our state and local partners to address violations and protect our community.”
Anyone with information regarding the illegal sale of alcohol is encouraged to contact the Florida Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco (ABT). Alcohol sales are regulated at both the state and local levels, and the Kissimmee Police Department will continue to collaborate closely with ABT, which handles licensing, taxation, and enforcement of Florida’s alcohol laws.
For more information about the City of Kissimmee Police Department, visit kissimmee.gov/police.
SOURCE: KISSIMMEE POLICE DEPARTMENT
