Fatal Workplace Accident

On Monday, October 01, 2012, an industrial accident claimed the life of a worker at the Anderson Columbia plant located at 871 N.W. Guerdon St., Lake City, FL. At approximately 5:15 AM, an employee was checking a diesel fuel tank when an explosion occurred. The worker was fatally injured as a result of the explosion.…

Double Shooting Leaves One Man Dead and One Injured

On Thursday, September 28, 2012, a double shooting left one man dead and one in the hospital.                                                                                       Shortly after midnight, a concerned citizen notified 911 that there was an injured person lying outside of a residence located at 1338 East Washington St. Columbia County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrived and discovered a male subject deceased…

Arkansas Sexual Offender Arrested for Sexual Battery

On Wednesday, September 26, 2012, an Arkansas man was arrested by Columbia County Sheriff’s Office deputies for sexually assaulting a 17 year old Columbia County girl. Deputies were notified by the victim’s father that his daughter may have had sexual contact with the suspect. At approximately 9:45 pm, Deputies Chad Guerry and Corporal Rick Glover…

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…