Employees of the Springfield Police Department are asking the community to come together in support of the young son of two employees.

Augustine “Ammo” May-Ortiz, the 1½-year-old son of Investigator Gabriel May and Officer Ortiz, and grandson of Sergeant Ortiz, was diagnosed in September 2025 with Neuroblastoma, a rare childhood cancer that affects fewer than 1,000 children in the U.S. each year.

Ammo is now in Jacksonville beginning what is expected to be a year-long treatment. His parents are facing overwhelming costs for care, the medical transport from Pensacola to Jacksonville, and time away from home, all while beside their little boy through the toughest time of his life.

The May-Ortiz family has given so much to this department and to Springfield through their service and dedication. Today, they need us more than ever.

A GoFundMe has been created to help cover Ammo’s medical care and to support his family while they remain in Jacksonville. Every contribution, no matter the size, will directly ease the financial burden so his parents can focus on helping their son heal.

Ammo is a bright, sweet child who captures every heart he meets. He deserves the chance to grow up healthy and strong. If you can, please consider donating. If you cannot, sharing his story is just as powerful.

Thank you for helping us show the May-Ortiz family they are not alone in this fight.