Sheriff Hunter Gives Opinion on Open Carry Bill
After receiving numerous requests to give his position on the Open Carry bill submitted to the Florida legislature, Sheriff Mark Hunter wrote the attached letter.
Shooting Sends One to Hospital and Lands Other in Jail
On Saturday, October 24 the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office investigated an early morning shooting which left one person in the hospital with a gunshot wound and the suspect behind bars.
Sheriff Hunter Promotes CCSO Member
On Friday, October 23 in a ceremony attended by family, friends and Sheriff’s Office personnel, Sheriff Mark Hunter promoted Sergeant J.T. Williams to the Lieutenant.
New Members Join CCSO
On Wednesday, October 21, in a ceremony attended by family, friends and Sheriff’s Office personnel, Sheriff Mark Hunter swore in two new CCSO members. Mr. Aaron Rose was sworn in as a Detention Deputy and Mr. Thomas Norris was sworn in as a Deputy Sheriff.
Tragedy Averted, 96 Year Old Found By K9 Team
On Tuesday, October 20, a DOC K9 team from Baker Correctional Institution located a missing 96 year old Fort White man during a search effort initiated by the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office.