A Lake City man has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident which resulted in the death of Kendrick Jerry (47) which occurred in late June of this year. [...]

Sheriff Hunter would like to commend members of the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force for their continued efforts in combatting illegal narcotics in our community. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the [...]

On Wednesday, August 2, 2023, Sheriff Hunter held a swearing in ceremony at the CCSO Operations Center. The ceremony was attended by family, and CCSO personnel. Kathryn Hoover was sworn [...]

Multiple people will face charges after an attempt to introduce contraband into the Columbia County Detention Facility. On Tuesday, July 18, 2023, staff noticed what appeared to be something suspicious [...]

On Wednesday, July 5,2023, Sheriff Hunter held a swearing in ceremony for a new employee. The ceremony was attended by family, friends, and CCSO personnel. James Tedjeske was sworn in [...]

There have been many misconceptions and questions surrounding the new law going into effect July 1, 2023 regarding permitless carrying (Constitutional Carry) of firearms in Florida. Please see the below [...]

(Pictured Left to Right: Clayton, Taylor)   Detectives have made two more arrests in connection with the murder of Shawn Waldron. Waldron’s body was discovered in the Osceola National Forest [...]

On Sunday June 25, 2023 shortly after 1:00pm, deputies responded to the Chevron gas station located at U.S.441N. and I-10 for a report of shooting. Upon arrival, deputies located a [...]

(Sheriff Hunter with Deputy Sweat)   On Monday, June 26, 2023, Sheriff Hunter held a swearing in ceremony for two new employees. The ceremony was held at the CCSO Operations [...]

(Sheriff Hunter with Derek Williams)   On Thursday, June 22, 2023, Sheriff Hunter held a swearing in ceremony for new employees. The ceremony was attended by family, friends, and CCSO [...]