Orange Park hospital employee charged with aggravated battery; struck elderly patient several times in the face
Read full article: Orange Park hospital employee charged with aggravated battery; struck elderly patient several times in the faceThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday arrested an HCA Orange Park hospital employee charged with aggravated battery of an elderly person.
No arrests, 2 citations after 110 vehicles stopped at driver’s license checkpoint in Green Cove Springs: CCSO
Read full article: No arrests, 2 citations after 110 vehicles stopped at driver’s license checkpoint in Green Cove Springs: CCSODeputies with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office conducted a driver’s license checkpoint in the Green Cove Springs area on Friday morning.
Jacksonville immigrant advocacy group says it’s ‘deeply concerned’ about CCSO driver’s license checkpoint
Read full article: Jacksonville immigrant advocacy group says it’s ‘deeply concerned’ about CCSO driver’s license checkpointA Jacksonville immigrant advocacy group said it is “deeply concerned” about the Clay County Sheriff’s Office’s conducting a driver’s license checkpoint in Green Cove Springs on Friday.
‘It feels like a trap’: Residents react to CCSO conducting driver’s license checkpoint in Green Cove Springs on Friday
Read full article: ‘It feels like a trap’: Residents react to CCSO conducting driver’s license checkpoint in Green Cove Springs on FridayThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office announced that it will be conducting a driver’s license checkpoint in Green Cove Springs on Friday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Orange Park Mall begins enforcing policy requiring minors to be with an adult on Fridays, Saturdays
Read full article: Orange Park Mall begins enforcing policy requiring minors to be with an adult on Fridays, SaturdaysOrange Park Mall has introduced a new safety policy that took effect Friday at 4 p.m. The policy requires children under 18 to be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21 on Fridays and Saturdays.
‘Fully supportive’: Clay County deputies ready to help enforce Orange Park Mall’s new policy requiring youth supervision
Read full article: ‘Fully supportive’: Clay County deputies ready to help enforce Orange Park Mall’s new policy requiring youth supervisionA new policy requiring juveniles to have adult supervision at Orange Park Mall was set to take effect Friday afternoon, and the Clay County Sheriff’s Office said it is working hand-in-hand with the mall to ensure it is followed.
Middle school student arrested after Clay County deputies say she wrote threats to ‘bomb’ school on bathroom wall
Read full article: Middle school student arrested after Clay County deputies say she wrote threats to ‘bomb’ school on bathroom wallThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office said it has arrested a 13-year-old student after she wrote a long message threatening to “bomb” the school and kill multiple students and staff on a bathroom wall.
Man left wife in car, forced way into Clay County home, shot multiple residents before 16-year-old fatally shot him
Read full article: Man left wife in car, forced way into Clay County home, shot multiple residents before 16-year-old fatally shot himThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office shared new details Thursday of the investigation into a baffling quadruple shooting on Monday morning inside a home that left two people dead, including the suspect.
‘Abundance of caution’: Reported threats prompt precautionary security increases at Camden, Clay County schools
Read full article: ‘Abundance of caution’: Reported threats prompt precautionary security increases at Camden, Clay County schoolsParents and students were left feeling confused this week following a string of reported threats, none of which investigators say posed a credible danger. Still, law enforcement increased on-campus security out of caution at affected sites, officials said.
Clay County teen charged with attempted murder after social media dispute leads to gunfire: CCSO
Read full article: Clay County teen charged with attempted murder after social media dispute leads to gunfire: CCSOA 17-year-old was charged with attempted murder after a social media dispute led to gunfire at the Lakeshore Boat Ramp in Fleming Island on Sunday, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Man charged with aggravated assault, resisting arrest, after shooting at Clay Electric building
Read full article: Man charged with aggravated assault, resisting arrest, after shooting at Clay Electric buildingThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office is on scene of a deputy-involved shooting near on Blanding Blvd.
Clay County ESE assistant faces child abuse charge after kicking student three times: sheriff
Read full article: Clay County ESE assistant faces child abuse charge after kicking student three times: sheriffA special education assistant at W.E. Cherry Elementary School was accused of abusing a student after the student had an outburst involving another teacher.
Clay County woman accused of attempted murder after neighbor dispute over dogs leads to shooting: CCSO
Read full article: Clay County woman accused of attempted murder after neighbor dispute over dogs leads to shooting: CCSOA woman was accused of attempted murder Friday after she shot a firearm multiple times in the direction of her neighbor, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
‘Violence will not be tolerated’: Teen arrested for threatening to shoot Orange Park High School student on first day
Read full article: ‘Violence will not be tolerated’: Teen arrested for threatening to shoot Orange Park High School student on first dayA 16-year-old student was arrested Saturday after threatening to shoot another student on the first day of class at Orange Park High School, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Video of fight with adults, children outside Middleburg bar leads to 11 arrests; bartender accused of serving minors
Read full article: Video of fight with adults, children outside Middleburg bar leads to 11 arrests; bartender accused of serving minorsA graphic video showing multiple people fighting outside of a Middleburg bar in July led to 11 arrests, including a bartender who was accused of serving alcohol to minors, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office detention deputy arrested for domestic battery
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff’s Office detention deputy arrested for domestic batteryA detention deputy with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office was arrested on Aug. 1, 2025, following a domestic disturbance at a Green Cove Springs home.
24-year-old man identified as human remains found in St. Johns River near Fleming Island
Read full article: 24-year-old man identified as human remains found in St. Johns River near Fleming IslandMonths after the Clay County Sheriff’s Office found human remains in the St. Johns River in Fleming Island, deputies announced the identification on Friday.
20-year-old inmate dies in Clay County Sheriff’s Office custody after appearing ‘ill and unresponsive’
Read full article: 20-year-old inmate dies in Clay County Sheriff’s Office custody after appearing ‘ill and unresponsive’A man who was in the custody of the Clay County Sheriff’s Office died Wednesday morning after appearing “ill and unresponsive,” according to CCSO.
2 Clay County detectives who investigate child sexual exploitation crimes named 2025 Officers of the Year
Read full article: 2 Clay County detectives who investigate child sexual exploitation crimes named 2025 Officers of the YearTwo Clay County Sheriff’s Office detectives who investigate child sexual exploitation crimes have been named the 2025 Law Enforcement Officers of the Year by the Florida Sheriffs Association.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office looking for 76-year-old woman last seen in Greenwood subdivision
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff’s Office looking for 76-year-old woman last seen in Greenwood subdivisionThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a 76-year-old woman last seen Wednesday morning around 9:15 a.m. in the Greenwood subdivision.
Unauthorized pop-up party at Orange Park Mall, ‘disorderly conduct’ led to 1 civil citation, multiple kids detained
Read full article: Unauthorized pop-up party at Orange Park Mall, ‘disorderly conduct’ led to 1 civil citation, multiple kids detainedThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office cleared hundreds of juveniles from the area around the Orange Park Mall on Saturday after reports of disruptions inside the shopping center.
Clay County sheriff’s office clears hundreds of juveniles from Orange Park Mall after disruptions
Read full article: Clay County sheriff’s office clears hundreds of juveniles from Orange Park Mall after disruptionsClay County sheriff’s office clears hundreds of juveniles from Orange Park Mall after disruptions
Clay County deputy, 33, arrested, accused of sexually harassing woman while responding to theft call
Read full article: Clay County deputy, 33, arrested, accused of sexually harassing woman while responding to theft callA Clay County deputy was fired and arrested following a sexual battery investigation.
2 juveniles in stolen car take Clay County deputies on a chase, ending at Orange Park Mall
Read full article: 2 juveniles in stolen car take Clay County deputies on a chase, ending at Orange Park MallTwo juveniles took Clay County deputies on a pursuit in a stolen vehicle that ended at the Orange Park Mall on Thursday.
Clay County man shot by deputies following hourslong standoff dies three days later, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Clay County man shot by deputies following hourslong standoff dies three days later, sheriff’s office saysA Clay County man who was shot by deputies following an hourslong standoff on Friday has died from his injuries, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
‘Hammer and Hope’ press conference in Clay County highlights crackdown on illegal drugs
Read full article: ‘Hammer and Hope’ press conference in Clay County highlights crackdown on illegal drugsThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office held a press conference on recent investigations and cracking down on illegal drugs throughout the county.
This partial leg tattoo may be the key to identifying the person found floating in St. Johns River near Fleming Island
Read full article: This partial leg tattoo may be the key to identifying the person found floating in St. Johns River near Fleming IslandThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office shared on Monday a sketch of a partial tattoo on the leg of an unidentified person found in early May in the St. Johns River, off Highway 17, in Fleming Island.
Nothing more Florida than a Boater Skip Day: Important reminder before heading out on the water
Read full article: Nothing more Florida than a Boater Skip Day: Important reminder before heading out on the waterThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging everyone to enjoy the day, but emphasizes the importance of safety.
A Clay County man reported $4K was stolen during his arrest. An investigation followed, and a deputy was fired
Read full article: A Clay County man reported $4K was stolen during his arrest. An investigation followed, and a deputy was firedA man's traffic stop and arrest led to an administrative investigation by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office. The investigation looked into the 21-year-old deputy’s actions after the man reported that approximately $4,000 had been stolen from him during his arrest.
Blanding Blvd back open after massive fire at Ace Hardware in Orange Park
Read full article: Blanding Blvd back open after massive fire at Ace Hardware in Orange ParkClay County firefighters and crews from other surrounding agencies responded to a massive fire at a family-owned Ace Hardware in Orange Park.
Clay County 3rd grader faces third-degree felony after bringing electric stun gun to school: CCSO
Read full article: Clay County 3rd grader faces third-degree felony after bringing electric stun gun to school: CCSOA 10-year-old third grader was arrested in Clay County after he brought an electric stun gun to school, according to the sheriff’s office.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office announces collaboration with state to help solve cold cases
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff’s Office announces collaboration with state to help solve cold casesThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office announced that it is collaborating with the state of Florida to help solve cold cases.
Clay County police memorial service honors fallen officers
Read full article: Clay County police memorial service honors fallen officersThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office, along with local law enforcement agencies, will hold the 2025 Police Memorial Service to honor officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the community.
It could take months to identify human remains found in St. Johns River near Fleming Island, expert says
Read full article: It could take months to identify human remains found in St. Johns River near Fleming Island, expert saysThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the discovery of human remains found in the St. Johns River off Highway 17 in Fleming Island.
Clay County bailiff charged with grand theft, fraud after allegedly forging military leave documents
Read full article: Clay County bailiff charged with grand theft, fraud after allegedly forging military leave documentsA bailiff with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office has been arrested after he allegedly forged military leave documents and claimed to be performing military duties while he remained in the Jacksonville area, according to CCSO.
Woman shot after she approaches Clay County deputies with ‘gun in her hand’ in Fleming Island, sheriff says
Read full article: Woman shot after she approaches Clay County deputies with ‘gun in her hand’ in Fleming Island, sheriff saysThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) said Tuesday it is investigating a deputy-involved shooting in Fleming Island.
Middleburg man charged with custodial sexual battery in child exploitation investigation
Read full article: Middleburg man charged with custodial sexual battery in child exploitation investigationA Middleburg man was arrested on Thursday in connection with a child exploitation investigation, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Police say a woman helped her fiancé pose as a nurse in Clay County. Then his patient died, sparking an investigation
Read full article: Police say a woman helped her fiancé pose as a nurse in Clay County. Then his patient died, sparking an investigationA Clay County couple was arrested in Michigan on Monday after a woman helped her fiancee pose as a nurse who oversaw the care of an elderly man who died less than six months ago, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office said.
50 Clay County deputies to start wearing body-worn cameras this summer as part of $7M plan
Read full article: 50 Clay County deputies to start wearing body-worn cameras this summer as part of $7M planThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office confirmed on Wednesday it is moving forward with a $7 million plan to issue body-worn cameras to all its deputies over the next five years.
‘Wasn’t expected’: Strawberry Festival organizer surprised by sheriff’s statement, says he complied with all requests
Read full article: ‘Wasn’t expected’: Strawberry Festival organizer surprised by sheriff’s statement, says he complied with all requestsThe organizer of the Strawberry Festival in Clay County responded Monday to backlash over the weekend regarding traffic issues at the event.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office closes Strawberry Festival entrance after attendees experience massive traffic delays
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff’s Office closes Strawberry Festival entrance after attendees experience massive traffic delaysTraffic congestion marred the Strawberry Festival in Clay County, causing significant delays for attendees. The event, which was held at the Clay County Fairgrounds on State Road 16, saw cars backed up for hours, frustrating many festival-goers and even leading Sheriff Michelle Cook to call it “unacceptable.”
Jacksonville teen makes second, final arrest in Oakleaf shooting that injured juvenile
Read full article: Jacksonville teen makes second, final arrest in Oakleaf shooting that injured juvenileAnother teen was arrested in connection to a shooting near a soccer field in Oakleaf Plantation that left a juvenile victim injured.
There have been rumors of ICE raids around Northeast Florida. Here’s what we found out
Read full article: There have been rumors of ICE raids around Northeast Florida. Here’s what we found outFollowing numerous emails and social media questions from the community, News4JAX reached out to law enforcement agencies over questions of local immigration raids.
Orange Park man charged with attempted murder, accused of shooting mother’s fiancé because he ‘disrespected’ her
Read full article: Orange Park man charged with attempted murder, accused of shooting mother’s fiancé because he ‘disrespected’ herA 20-year-old man was charged with attempted murder in the shooting incident of his mother’s fiancé.
Clay County deputies searching for violent home invader who injured, robbed elderly couple
Read full article: Clay County deputies searching for violent home invader who injured, robbed elderly coupleThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man who it said forced his way into the home of an elderly couple to rob them.
Jacksonville Memory Gardens hosts national wreath-laying ceremony to honor the fallen who served the country
Read full article: Jacksonville Memory Gardens hosts national wreath-laying ceremony to honor the fallen who served the countryJacksonville Memory Gardens hosted its eighth annual Wreaths Across America Wreath-laying Ceremony to honor those who served the country on Saturday.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office sends warning to residents as porch pirates target Keystone Heights, Middleburg
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff’s Office sends warning to residents as porch pirates target Keystone Heights, MiddleburgThe holidays are here, making packages vulnerable to theft. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office reminds residents to secure their deliveries.
Oakleaf High School among multiple Florida schools locked down after being targeted by ‘swatting’ calls
Read full article: Oakleaf High School among multiple Florida schools locked down after being targeted by ‘swatting’ callsOakleaf High School was briefly placed on lockdown on Tuesday while the Clay County Sheriff’s Office investigated an “unconfirmed threat” to the school.
Clay County man facing 15-year prison sentence after undercover operation reveals loaded gun, cash and drugs
Read full article: Clay County man facing 15-year prison sentence after undercover operation reveals loaded gun, cash and drugsA 27-year-old man from Clay County is facing 15 years in federal prison after the Clay County Sheriff’s Office conducted an undercover operation that revealed a loaded gun, cash, and drugs.
Former Clay County deputy accused of using ‘false statements’ on police report to cover up crash he caused
Read full article: Former Clay County deputy accused of using ‘false statements’ on police report to cover up crash he causedA former Clay County Sheriff’s Office deputy was arrested Monday after he was accused of falsifying a police report to cover up a crash that he caused, according to the CCSO.
‘There are a lot of hours going into this’: Clay County sheriff provides look into how agency handles school threats
Read full article: ‘There are a lot of hours going into this’: Clay County sheriff provides look into how agency handles school threatsClay County Sheriff Director Patrick Golemme told News4JAX that as many as a dozen people are involved in every threat, including people from the sheriff’s office, the school district, and school resource officers.
Clay County worship leader accused of engaging in unlawful sexual activities with teen
Read full article: Clay County worship leader accused of engaging in unlawful sexual activities with teenA worship leader at a Clay County church was accused of having unlawful sexual activity with a teen who attended the church.
13-year-old arrested in Clay County after saying he wants to go on ‘purge killing spree’ following break-up
Read full article: 13-year-old arrested in Clay County after saying he wants to go on ‘purge killing spree’ following break-upA 13-year-old boy was arrested Monday after the Clay County Sheriff’s Office said investigators found text messages stating he wanted to go on a “purge killing spree” centered around his ex-girlfriend and her friends.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office looking for 2 suspects last seen near Keystone Heights schools
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff’s Office looking for 2 suspects last seen near Keystone Heights schoolsThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office is looking for two suspects who were last seen near the Keystone Middle and High Schools on Wednesday afternoon.
Clay County Sheriff school crossing guard fired after being arrested, accused of exposing himself to a woman: CCSO
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff school crossing guard fired after being arrested, accused of exposing himself to a woman: CCSOA part-time school crossing guard with Clay County Sheriff’s Office was fired after he was arrested Saturday and accused of exposing himself to a woman at a local business.
Clay County students must follow district’s new cellphone policy as they head back to school Tuesday
Read full article: Clay County students must follow district’s new cellphone policy as they head back to school TuesdayThe more than 40,000 students in 43 schools going back to class in Clay County today are all under a new policy when it comes to cellphones and other wireless devices.
Clay County mother accused of child neglect after 4-year-old girl accidentally shoots herself
Read full article: Clay County mother accused of child neglect after 4-year-old girl accidentally shoots herselfThe mother of a 4-year-old girl was arrested Monday and accused of aggravated child neglect after the child accidentally shot herself last week.
‘I have no issues’: Clay County deputy says new body-camera pilot program not slowing him down
Read full article: ‘I have no issues’: Clay County deputy says new body-camera pilot program not slowing him downThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office is planning to invest millions in body-worn cameras for deputies.
Clay County sheriff says addition of body-worn cameras shows commitment to ‘transparency, accountability’
Read full article: Clay County sheriff says addition of body-worn cameras shows commitment to ‘transparency, accountability’Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook said the department is still in the process of testing different body-worn cameras to see which one will be the best fit for its deputies.
Deputies investigate threat against Clay County law enforcement facilities in Green Cove Springs
Read full article: Deputies investigate threat against Clay County law enforcement facilities in Green Cove SpringsThe Clay County Sheriff's Office sent out a Safer Watch alert on Tuesday morning after it received a threat against its headquarters in Green Cove Springs.
14-year-old boy shot, killed after his friend ‘recklessly’ handled gun in Middleburg home: CCSO
Read full article: 14-year-old boy shot, killed after his friend ‘recklessly’ handled gun in Middleburg home: CCSOA 14-year-old boy died after his 16-year-old friend fired a gun while he was handling it “recklessly” just after midnight on Thursday, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office prepares to keep people safe for ‘Boater Skip Day’ at Bayard Point
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff’s Office prepares to keep people safe for ‘Boater Skip Day’ at Bayard PointHundreds of boaters and community members will head to Bayard Point on Friday for Clay County’s “Boater Skip Day.”
Clay County Sheriff’s Office says foul play isn’t a factor in death of 33-year-old found in Oakleaf retention pond
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff’s Office says foul play isn’t a factor in death of 33-year-old found in Oakleaf retention pondThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office sent its dive team to a lake in the Oakleaf area where a body was seen in the water.
Clay County residents think sheriff’s office move to implement body-worn cameras is a step in right direction
Read full article: Clay County residents think sheriff’s office move to implement body-worn cameras is a step in right directionCommunity members reacted to a social media post from the Clay County Sheriff’s Office saying their deputies are now testing body-worn cameras in a pilot program.
Ex-JSO officer accused of inappropriate relationship now facing federal charge
Read full article: Ex-JSO officer accused of inappropriate relationship now facing federal chargeA federal grand jury has now indicted former Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office officer Josue Garriga III on a charge of coercion and enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity.
Ex-JSO officer accused of inappropriate relationship with teen put on house arrest by federal judge, can’t use internet
Read full article: Ex-JSO officer accused of inappropriate relationship with teen put on house arrest by federal judge, can’t use internetFormer Jacksonville Sheriff's Officer Josue Garriga III is expected in federal court Wednesday to find out if he’ll stay behind bars.
17-year-old girl tried to take her own life after mother found out ex-JSO officer was contacting her: warrant
Read full article: 17-year-old girl tried to take her own life after mother found out ex-JSO officer was contacting her: warrantNews4JAX is learning more details about the sex crime investigation involving a 17-year-old girl that led to the arrest of a 34-year-old now former officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
JSO officer resigns after being accused in Clay County sex crime investigation involving 17-year-old
Read full article: JSO officer resigns after being accused in Clay County sex crime investigation involving 17-year-oldA former 34-year-old Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office officer was arrested in connection to a sex crime investigation involving a minor.
Clay County deputies investigating fight at Orange Park Mall, shots heard nearby
Read full article: Clay County deputies investigating fight at Orange Park Mall, shots heard nearbyThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fight between a group of juveniles at Orange Park Mall Saturday night and a series of gunshots that were heard nearby, deputies said.
Middleburg residents urged to stay inside, avoid Old Jennings Road as deputies respond to a mental health crisis
Read full article: Middleburg residents urged to stay inside, avoid Old Jennings Road as deputies respond to a mental health crisisThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office is advising residents staying near Old Jenning Road to remain inside their homes as deputies are working with an individual having a mental health crisis on Friday night.
Woman taken into custody after Clay County shooting involved multiple deputies at cemetery
Read full article: Woman taken into custody after Clay County shooting involved multiple deputies at cemeteryThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office took a woman into custody after a shooting involving at least three deputies at the Holly Hill Cemetery on Old Jennings Road at around 10:40 a.m. on Tuesday.
Just like GameStop smash-and-grabs, stolen cars used as battering rams to burglarize 2 more shops in Clay County
Read full article: Just like GameStop smash-and-grabs, stolen cars used as battering rams to burglarize 2 more shops in Clay CountyThere has been a string of burglaries in recent days in the Jacksonville area involving stolen cars being used as battering rams to break storefront windows.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office deputy arrested and charged with domestic battery
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff’s Office deputy arrested and charged with domestic batteryClay County Sheriff's Office Deputy Matthew Powell was charged with domestic battery as the result of an incident at his home
18-year-old arrested, accused of robbing people he met in dating app ‘Grindr’ in Clay County
Read full article: 18-year-old arrested, accused of robbing people he met in dating app ‘Grindr’ in Clay CountyAn 18-year-old man was arrested and accused of robbing at least three people that he met during the dating app “Grindr,” according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Arrest report for man accused of firing gun at Middleburg Christmas Parade reveals details of incident
Read full article: Arrest report for man accused of firing gun at Middleburg Christmas Parade reveals details of incidentA man who was arrested early Sunday morning following a shooting incident at the Middleburg Christmas Parade appeared in court Monday.
Man gets ‘agitated’ by Middleburg Christmas parade festivities, starts shooting : CCSO
Read full article: Man gets ‘agitated’ by Middleburg Christmas parade festivities, starts shooting : CCSOA man was arrested Saturday following a shooting incident at a Middleburg Christmas Parade, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Clay County deputy arrested, charged with DUI following crash while on duty, deputies say
Read full article: Clay County deputy arrested, charged with DUI following crash while on duty, deputies sayA Clay County Sheriff’s Office deputy was arrested Friday and is accused of driving under the influence following a crash that happened while he was on duty, officials said.
State Attorney’s Office says Clay County deputies were justified in shooting, killing man in 2022
Read full article: State Attorney’s Office says Clay County deputies were justified in shooting, killing man in 2022The State Attorney’s Office concluded Clay County Sheriff’s deputies were justified in shooting and killing a man in April 2022.
Clay County School District votes to disband police department, turns security back to sheriff’s office
Read full article: Clay County School District votes to disband police department, turns security back to sheriff’s officeFour years after the Clay County School District voted to implement district school police officers following the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High, board members voted Thursday to reverse that decision and turn over school security to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Former Clay County firefighter acting ‘erratically’ shows up to county jail shirtless with tactical vest, causes arrest
Read full article: Former Clay County firefighter acting ‘erratically’ shows up to county jail shirtless with tactical vest, causes arrestA former Clay County firefighter was arrested early Thursday morning after he showed concerning behavior when he arrived at the Clay County Jail without a shirt and dressed in “tactical” gear, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Clay County Schools to vote Thursday on the future of its school district police force
Read full article: Clay County Schools to vote Thursday on the future of its school district police forceIn what would be a dramatic turnaround for the Clay County School District, they may decide to disband the district’s police department. If they do, it would turn security back over to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
