Man Arrested for Robbery

On Tuesday, September 25, 2012, a Columbia County man was arrested on robbery and other charges. At approximately 3:30 pm, Columbia County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a residence off S.W. Diamond Ct to investigate a reported robbery. Deputies interviewed the victim whom advised them that a male subject had stolen $150.00 from her purse…

New Volunteer Joins Sheriff’s Office

On Wednesday, September 19, 2012, Ms. Ana Moore joined the Citizens Service Unit at the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office. In a ceremony attended by friends and co-workers, Ms. Moore was officially welcomed and sworn-in by Sheriff Mark Hunter. The Citizens Service Unit is an all volunteer division at the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office. CSU members…

Multi Agency Operation Seizes Synthetic Substances

On Wednesday, September 12, 2012, a multi agency law enforcement operation resulted in the seizure of synthetic marijuana and bath salts from local businesses. The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office partnered with the Lake City Police Department, State Attorney’s Office and the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office for the morning operation. On March 23, 2012, Florida Governor…

Man Arrested after Shooting Incident

On Thursday, September 6, 2012, at approximately 7:40 pm, a Columbia County man was arrested on multiple charges following a shooting incident at his home. Deputies responded to a residence off N.W. Falling Creek Rd. to investigate a reported home invasion and shooting. The complainant reported to Deputies that an unknown male suspect entered his…