Archived News
Jacksonville Records Lowest Murders in 20+ Years
Jacksonville recorded 59 murders in 2024, the fewest since at least 1995. This figure is less than half the number of murders reported in 2023.
Cold Case Spotlight: Mary Francis Hill
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office Cold Case Detectives are continuing to search for answers for the family of Mary Francis Hill.
JSO Releases 2024 Holiday Edition of "Behind the Badge"
Recently, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office released a special edition of the "Behind the Badge" series where members highlight their holiday traditions.
JSO Employees Spread Goodwill this Holiday Season
This holiday season the men and women of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office participated in various events where they had the opportunity to help spread holiday cheer. Here is a glimpse of just some of the events JSO members have been involved in this December:
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Registration Now Open for the Spring 2025 Teen Police Academy
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office recently announced the dates for its next Teen Police Academy. This weeklong camp will coincide with the Duval County Public School's Spring Break and take place Monday, March 17 - Friday, March 21, 2025.
Police Auxiliary Officer Watkins Featured in Recent Edition of "Behind the Badge"
When Police Auxiliary Officer Ray Watkins retired from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), he was looking for something to fill his time. Now, he's a dedicated member of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office Police Auxiliary Unit. His story is featured in the latest edition
JSO Awarded Grant to Continue Hosting Motorcycle Training Classes for Citizens
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announces a grant of $45,000 from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to host Safe Motorcycle and Rider Techniques (S.M.A.R.T) classes to Jacksonville citizens
JSO Releases Critical Incident Briefing for the Officer Involved Shooting on November 19th
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, along with the State Attorney’s Office, continue the investigation into the officer involved shooting that occurred Tuesday, November 19, 2024, on Duval Station Road on the Northside.
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Bicyclist and Pedestrian Safety Focus of Latest Contract Awarded to JSO
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announces high visibility enforcement details funded through a $111,415.68 contract from the Institute of Police Technology and Management (IPTM) in partnership with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).
JSO Releases Critical Incident Briefing for the Officer Involved Shooting on November 11th
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, along with the State Attorney’s Office, continue the investigation into the officer involved shooting that occurred on Monday, November 11, 2024, on Rayford Street in the Murray Hill neighborhood.