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Contractor Arrested for Murder After Stabbing Coworker
Jason Guthrie, 38, is behind bars this morning after he stabbed his coworker at a business in the 100 block of Busch Drive in the Oceanway area of Jacksonville on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
Essential Halloween Safety Tips for All Ages
This Halloween, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office reminds everyone to make safety a top priority while enjoying the festivities.
Hidden Dangers on Halloween: Tips to Protect Children from Sexual Offenders and Predators
In Jacksonville, there are more than 2,500 registered Sexual Offenders and Sexual Predators who live in almost every neighborhood. On nights like Halloween, where children are going door-to-door for candy, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO) Offender Tracking Unit will be
Convicted Felon Arrested Again for Serious Drug Charges
Last month, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO) Community Problem Response Unit arrested 41-year-old Anthony Smokes.
No Public Camping Ordinance Yields Results in First Year
In October 2024, the no public camping ordinance went into effect, banning camping and sleeping on public property. Since the ordinance took effect, District 1 patrol officers have been out every day enforcing that ban while offering resources to those in need.
JSO Members to Participate in "Coffee with a Cop" Events on Tuesday
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO) is set to host several "Coffee with a Cop" events throughout the city on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. These events are simply an opportunity for members of the community to come out and have a cup of coffee and conversation with JSO
JSO Members to Participate in "Coffee with a Cop" Events on Tuesday
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO) is set to host several "Coffee with a Cop" events throughout the city on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. These events are simply an opportunity for members of the community to come out and have a cup of coffee and conversation with JSO
Several Pounds of Illegal Drugs, Stolen Firearm Seized in Arlington Hills Bust
In August 2025, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO) Narcotics Unit detectives served a search warrant at a house on Townsend Village Lane in Arlington Hills.
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Sheriff Waters to Walk in Ortega Forest Area on Saturday
This Saturday, October 18, 2025, Sheriff T.K. Waters, members of his staff, and community partners are scheduled to walk in the Ortega Forest area. During the walk, the Sheriff will meet with citizens one-on-one to discuss their concerns in their area of town.
Three Arrested for Crash into Mattress Store
Bernard McClendon, 18, is one of three facing charges after they stole a vehicle and crashed it into a mattress store on Dunn Avenue over the weekend. A 12-year-old and a 14-year-old are also facing a felony charge for their involvement in this crime.