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SHERIFF MARK A. HUNTER (NPA)The intent of the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Website is to enable you to be informed with the most up to date information that we can provide you and in the most efficient and effective manner. The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office provides professional law enforcement services with integrity and compassion to meet the diverse needs of our community.

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2 Members Promoted

(From Left: Cpl. Bedenbaugh, Sheriff Hunter, and Sgt. Waddington)   On Friday, September 13, 2024, Sheriff Hunter held a promotion ceremony at the CCSO Operations Center. The ceremony was attended by family, friends, and agency personnel. Deputy Logan Bedenbaugh was promoted to the rank of Corporal. Cpl. Bedenbaugh has been serving within the Patrol Division…

Pounds of Meth w/ Fentanyl Intercepted

Approximately ten (10) pounds of Crystal Methamphetamine and two (2) ounces of Fentanyl headed for Columbia County was seized last Friday by members of the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force (MJDTF). The seizure took place on Friday, August 23, 2024 following a several-month-long investigation. That investigation determined that these drugs were headed for Columbia County. Due…

3 New Members Sworn In

On Friday, August 23, 2024, Sheriff Hunter conducted as swearing in ceremony at the CCSO Operations Center for three new members. The ceremony was attended by family, friends, and CCSO personnel. Timothy Frazer, a recent graduate of our most recent Citizen’s Academy, was sworn in as a volunteer with our Citizens Service Unit. Madison Hewes,…

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