Deputies Nab Robber

In the early morning hours Saturday, Columbia County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a robbery in progress at the S & S store, 3919 N US Hwy 441.  The deputies saw the suspect’s vehicle speeding south on US 441.  They attempted to stop the car, however it fled and a brief pursuit ensued.   The driver…

Valentine’s Day Robbery Suspect Arrested

In the early morning hours Friday, Columbia County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a robbery in progress at the Shell Station, 3317 US Hwy 90 W.  A white male had entered the store and attempted to distract the clerk by telling him there was a snake in the restroom.  The clerk came out and found…

Fort White Robber Arrested

On February 5, 2014, Columbia County Sheriff’s Office was notified by U.S. Marshal Service they arrested Dennis Godden, 31 as a result of an active Columbia County warrant.  Gooden was arrested without incident in Brevard County Fla., booked into their jail and later extradited to Columbia County where he is currently in jail. The arrest…

Detective Seeks Public’s Help

In September 2013, the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division began an investigation into thefts from a local business, Anderson Columbia Co. Inc.  The investigation focused on an employee who was suspected of ordering items on corporate accounts and then selling them for personal gain. The stolen property consisted of new and used laptops,…

Plans for Torch Run Underway

The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, along with other law enforcement agencies in the area have begun gearing up for this year’s Law Enforcement Torch Run®.   Friday, January 31, we will be outside Publix accepting donations for the Florida Special Olympics Summer Games. The torch run is scheduled for April 9th at 9:30 a.m. starting at the…