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JSO Releases Information Concerning Officer Involved Incident on December 13th
On Friday, December 13, 2024, Police Officer S. Lowry conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle operated by Jason Arrington, after the vehicle was observed running a red light. Officers A. Weippert and M. Cardwell responded to assist on the traffic stop.
Next Sheriff's Walk Scheduled for Saturday, January 18th
Join Sheriff T.K. Waters, Commander Jimmy Ricks, and members of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office for a walk in the Springfield area of Jacksonville on Saturday, January 18, 2025. During the walk, the Sheriff will meet with citizens one-on-one to discuss concerns in their area of
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.