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30a, burglary, sheriff, theft, WCSO November 20, 2017

FIFTEEN AREA CAR BURGLARIES

FIFTEEN CAR BURGLARIES OVER THE WEEKEND ; ONE WEAPON STOLEN SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla— Fifteen car burglaries were reported over the weekend in the south end of Walton County— all vehicles were left unlocked and one firearm was stolen. The car burglaries occurred from Saturday night to early Monday morning. Eight of the 15 burglaries […] Read More

30a, fire, south, South Walton Fire District, SWFD, walton, WCSO November 15, 2017

Home for the Holidays Program 2017

Home for the Holidays Program 2017 (Santa Rosa Beach) – For the 8th consecutive year the South Walton Fire District will be offering “free transportation” (on a space available basis) to local residents in skilled nursing and adult living facilities. This “Home for the Holidays” program provides residents an opportunity to be at home […] Read More

patrol, santa, Walton County, Walton County Fire Dept, WCSO November 6, 2017

WCSO LAUNCHES GIFT DRIVE FOR SANTA PATROL

Walton County Sheriff’s Office is asking our community to join us in helping give the gift of hope this Christmas. Many families in Walton County are in need this holiday season and could use some assistance in providing for their children. “Keep in mind these are kids of all ages,” said Sheriff Adkinson. “Not just […] Read More

WCSO August 28, 2017

Uptick in Auto Burglaries – Lock it – Hide it WCSO

Santa Rosa Beach, Fla— Guns, money, and a computer are just some of the items stolen during double digit vehicle burglaries reported over the weekend in Walton County. All vehicles were left unlocked. Since 5AM Friday to 5AM today, Walton County Sheriff’s Office has responded to eight vehicles burglaries. Since that time, 12 additional vehicle […] Read More

WCSO August 14, 2017

17-year-old Kemberly Ramer went missing

Walton County, Fla— Tuesday marks a painful anniversary for a Walton County mother. 17-year-old Kemberly Ramer went missing 20 years ago on August 15, 1997 from Opp, Alabama. It is believed Kemberly vanished shortly after she returned home that evening. Her vehicle was found in the driveway and none of her belongings were missing from […] Read More

Walton County, WCSO August 7, 2017

WCSO Operation Bluebird

Walton County, Fla — Thursday will mark the start of a new school year in Walton County. Walton County District Schools will begin classes on Thursday, August 10th. To help ensure a safe start Walton County Sheriff’s Office will be executing Operation Blue Bird. Operation Blue Bird will run from August 10th to August 25th. […] Read More

backpack, Redds Fuel, WCSO July 22, 2017

Redds Restaurant Swamped With Backpacks for WCSO Appeal

Redd’s Fueling Station restaurant owner, Redd Vizard, recently heard about the Walton County Sheriff Mike Adkinson appeal for backpacks to benefit children in need for the coming school year. Redd – known as the Singing Bartender, took up up the cause by offering to be a drop off location. Redd posted on facebook, for every […] Read More

30a, WCSO February 7, 2017

Kayaks and Paddle Boards Donated

DeFuniak Springs, Fla — Found property being held at the Walton County Sheriff’s Office was recently donated to the Gulf Coast Council, Boy Scouts of America. Deputies and members of the Citizen Posse Unit from the Walton County Sheriff’s Office delivered kayaks, paddle boards and a paddle […] Read More

30a, WCSO November 29, 2016

Drago K9 gets a new coat

DeFuniak Springs, Fla— Walton County Sheriff’s Office K9 Drago has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Drago’s vest is sponsored by an Anonymous Donor and embroidered with the sentiment “In memory of […] Read More

30a, WCSO November 10, 2016

WCSO DEPUTIES PULL INJURED MAN FROM FIERY WRECK

DEPUTIES PULL INJURED MAN FROM FIERY WRECK For Immediate Release November 10, 2016 Freeport, Fla— A deputy’s decision to travel a different route while on duty has changed the lives of three men forever. Walton County Sheriff’s Deputy David Sanders was not even half way through his […] Read More