After a 34 year law enforcement career, Chief Deputy, Major Joe Lucas, retired from the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office. A retirement ceremony was held on April 30, 2021 at the Sheriff’s Office Operations Center. The ceremony was attended by many friends, co-workers, and family. During the ceremony, Sheriff Mark Hunter…
Detectives are investigating a sex crimes case involving the subject pictured below. Justin Powers has been arrested in relation to various sex offenses. Detectives are asking the public to be aware of this information as additional victims could be forthcoming. If anyone has information regarding other potential victims in connection with Powers, please contact Detective…
On Wednesday April 28, 2021, Sheriff Hunter held a swear-in ceremony at the CCSO Operations Center. Tom Lattin was sworn in as an evidence clerk. The ceremony was attended by family, friends, and Sheriff’s Office personnel. Please join us in welcoming Tom to the Sheriff’s Office!
On Wednesday April 21, 2021, Sheriff Hunter promoted two members of our agency. The ceremony was attended by family, friends, and Sheriff’s Office personnel. Tracy Hicks was promoted to Warrants Supervisor at the Columbia County Detention Facility. Prior to this assignment, Hicks served in various capacities throughout the agency. Most recently, she was an administrative…
On Wednesday April 14, 2021, Sheriff Hunter held a swear-in ceremony at the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office Operations Center. Adam Wetherington was sworn in as a deputy sheriff. The ceremony was attended by Sheriff’s Office employees and family. Please join us in welcoming Deputy Wetherington to our team!