Sheriff Hunter swears in new employee

On Thursday June 17, 2021, Sheriff Hunter held a swearing in ceremony at the CCSO Operations Center. Julie Green was sworn in as the new receptionist at the Columbia County Detention Facility. The ceremony was attended by friends and CCSO personnel. Please join us in welcoming Julie to our team!

MEDIA RELEASE-Attempted Murder Suspect Arrested

  On Wednesday May 5, 2021, deputies apprehended an attempted murder suspect at the Best Western Motel located on Florida Gateway Dr. The arrest resulted from a shooting incident which occurred on the evening of Wednesday April 25, 2021 on Highway 90 West near the I-75 interchange.   Joshua Bell Farmer (27) of Lake City…

Sheriff Hunter Promotes Four Employees

On Wednesday afternoon May 5, 2021, Sheriff Hunter promoted four members of the agency. The ceremony was attended by a host of family, friends, and CCSO personnel. Corporal Shane Foote was promoted to the rank of Sergeant. He was previously assigned as a patrol Corporal, supervising a shift. He will now serve as a watch…