Archived News
Officers Disperse Large Gathering of Juveniles on the Southbank
During the evening hours of Saturday, July 26, 2025, JSO officers dispersed a large crowd on Jacksonville’s Southbank near Friendship Fountain. The group consisted of approximately 600 to 700 juveniles.
JSO's Annual Safety Fair to Take Place Friday, August 1st
On Friday, August 1, 2025, the the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO) will once again host its annual Safety Fair at The Avenues located at 10300 Southside Boulevard. This free, family event will take place from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Deadly Drug Stash Uncovered; Man Facing Six Felony Charges
Last week, Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO) Narcotics detectives and SWAT operators served a warrant on a suspected drug house on Wright Avenue. The results were plentiful:
Undercover Detectives Rescue Couple After Crash
Last week, members from the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO) Vice Unit and Street Level Narcotics detectives were en route to serve a warrant when they witnessed the aftermath of a serious two-vehicle crash where an SUV had flipped over on Collins Road near Shindler Drive.
Sheriff Releases July 23rd Statement on Traffic Stop Investigation
On Wednesday, July 23, 2025, Sheriff T.K. Waters released the following statement:
Sheriff Releases July 23rd Statement on Traffic Stop Investigation
On Wednesday, July 23, 2025, Sheriff T.K. Waters released the following statement:
JSO Arrests 10th Person in 14-Year-Old's Murder
The members of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office continue to work a case until every person responsible for the crime is behind bars. In the murder of 14-year-old Micah Thomas, 10 people now face charges for the senseless act of violence.
Sheriff Waters Responds to Viral Video from February 2025 Arrest
On Monday, July 21, 2025, Sheriff T.K. Waters held a news conference announcing the release of information regarding the circumstances of William Anthony McNeil, Jr.'s arrest on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
Sheriff Waters Responds to Viral Video from February 2025 Arrest
On Monday, July 21, 2025, Sheriff T.K. Waters held a news conference announcing the release of information regarding the circumstances of William Anthony McNeil, Jr.'s arrest on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
Officer-Involved Shooting in the Southside Estates Area
Around 6 p.m., on Saturday, July 19, 2025, officers responded to a traffic crash with injures on Beach Boulevard. Witnesses say a woman was driving east on Beach Boulevard, making the left turn to get onto I-295 North, and she had the green arrow.