On June 29, 2022 at approximately 9:00am, the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team was assisting the Lake City Police Department in the execution of a search warrant near the intersection of NW Long Street and NW Fowler Avenue. During the search warrant, a member of the CCSO SWAT team was injured. The deputy was…
Sheriff Hunter and Sgt. Parker at Awards Presentation On Thursday June 16, 2022, the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office officially received its reaccreditation designation. The designation was awarded by the Commission for Law Enforcement Accreditation at a conference held in Orlando, Florida. Sheriff Mark Hunter and Accreditation Manager, Sergeant Chris Parker, were in attendance to…
The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is sad to report the death of Canine Deputy Drago. Drago and his handler were on a training exercise on June 14, 2022 when Drago suffered a heat-related injury. He was immediately transported to a veterinarian clinic for treatment. Drago was stabilized and began to show signs of recovery. Drago…
The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is saddened to learn of the passing of former Sheriff, Raymond “Ray” Dyal. Sheriff Dyal was appointed Sheriff of Columbia County and served from May of 1984 until January of 1985. In a statement, Sheriff Mark Hunter said, we extend our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Sheriff…
Deputy Humes and Sheriff Hunter On Wednesday May 25th, a swearing in ceremony was conducted at the CCSO Operations Center. Sheriff Hunter administered oaths to three new employees. The ceremony was attended by family, friends, and CCSO personnel. Heidi Humes was sworn in as a deputy sheriff. Amanda Donaway was sworn in as an…