A routine traffic stop by a Columbia County Deputy Sheriff has potentially uncovered a major fraud operation that possibly has international ties. On Wednesday, January 17, a CCSO Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a car travelling on I75 for failing to maintain a single lane. The driver produced a Brazilian identification card…
On Friday, December 29, Columbia County Sheriff Mark Hunter recognized a national business organization for their support to the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches. In a ceremony at the Sheriff’s Office, Select Rehabilitation LLC was presented with the Honorary Lifetime Membership in the Florida Sheriffs Association by Sheriff Hunter. Select Rehabilitation oversees the rehabilitation…
On Monday, December 11 in a ceremony attended by family, friends and Sheriff’s Office personnel, Sheriff Mark Hunter promoted Corporal Martin Lee to the rank of Sergeant. Sergeant Lee has been with CCSO since 2011 and will remain in the Criminal Investigations Division as the agency’s Internal Affairs Inspector. Following the promotion, Sheriff Hunter recognized…
On Friday, December 8 in a ceremony attended by family, friends and Sheriff’s Office personnel, Sheriff Mark Hunter promoted Deputy Brett Sullivan to the rank of Corporal. Corporal Sullivan has been with CCSO since 2014 and will remain in the Patrol Division as a shift supervisor. We would like to congratulate Corporal Sullivan on his…
On Friday evening after 4 pm, a NY State Police Officer spotted the red Mercury in Syracuse NY. He stopped the car that was occupied by Rian Rodriguez and Caitlyn. Rian was taken into custody without incident and Caitlyn is detained. Caitlyn’s family has been notified. Columbia County Sheriff’s Office will hold a press conference…