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Man found dead, woman detained after police called to reports of fight in home: JSO
Read full article: Man found dead, woman detained after police called to reports of fight in home: JSOA man was found dead early Thursday morning in a home on West 12th Street in the city’s Durkeeville neighborhood, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Man found shot at New Kings Road & Edgewood Avenue dies at hospital: JSO
Read full article: Man found shot at New Kings Road & Edgewood Avenue dies at hospital: JSOA man died overnight after police found him shot just before midnight at the intersection of New Kings Road and Edgewood Avenue, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Daughter of man killed while wielding butter knife criticizes police response in Durkeeville shooting
Read full article: Daughter of man killed while wielding butter knife criticizes police response in Durkeeville shootingThe daughter of a man shot and killed in a police-involved shooting that happened in the Durkeeville neighborhood shared concerns about her father‘s death after the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office released bodycam footage from that night.
‘Suspicious package’ found near Jacksonville polling site, JSO says
Read full article: ‘Suspicious package’ found near Jacksonville polling site, JSO saysThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad is being sent to the Beaver Street Enterprise Center in Northwest Jacksonville after receiving reports of a “suspicious package” at the polling site, according to officials.
JSO: Drunken man hits police horse in face after Georgia-Florida game
Read full article: JSO: Drunken man hits police horse in face after Georgia-Florida gameA 26-year-old man is facing charges after the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said he hit a police horse in the face after the Georgia-Florida game on Saturday.
Woman accused of leaving scene of crash that killed 17-year-old Ed White senior has been arrested
Read full article: Woman accused of leaving scene of crash that killed 17-year-old Ed White senior has been arrestedA teen was critically injured in a hit-and-run crash early Monday on Blanding Boulevard, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Man tased at Georgia-Florida game shouted death threat, racial slurs at arresting officer, body-camera footage shows
Read full article: Man tased at Georgia-Florida game shouted death threat, racial slurs at arresting officer, body-camera footage showsJSO is holding a news conference at 5 p.m. and said it plans to release body-worn camera footage, relevant context and facts for each situation, and give an update on the status of the administrative reviews.
Man tased at Georgia-Florida game shouted death threat, racial slurs at arresting officer, body-camera footage shows
Read full article: Man tased at Georgia-Florida game shouted death threat, racial slurs at arresting officer, body-camera footage showsJSO is holding a news conference at 5 p.m. and said it plans to release body-worn camera footage, relevant context and facts for each situation, and give an update on the status of the administrative reviews.
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office reviews officer altercations with fans at Georgia-Florida game
Read full article: Jacksonville Sheriff's Office reviews officer altercations with fans at Georgia-Florida gameThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is reviewing online videos that show police officers punching fans during Saturday's Florida-Georgia game at EverBank Stadium.
Mayor Deegan, JCAC address viral videos of JSO punching fans at Georgia-Florida game
Read full article: Mayor Deegan, JCAC address viral videos of JSO punching fans at Georgia-Florida gameA video posted by Barstool Sports on X went viral after it showed JSO officers punching spectators at the Georgia-Florida football game.
Man found dead near Woodstock neighborhood, police say.
Read full article: Man found dead near Woodstock neighborhood, police say.The Jacksonville’s Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit and Crime Scene is investigating the death of a man discovered with a head injury Sunday morning in Jacksonville’s Woodstock neighborhood.
Jacksonville man whose viral arrest video sparked outrage announces federal lawsuit against officers
Read full article: Jacksonville man whose viral arrest video sparked outrage announces federal lawsuit against officersLe’Keian Woods, a man whose arrest sparked outrage online and raised questions about the use of force at the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, is planning to file a federal lawsuit.
Jacksonville man whose viral arrest video sparked outrage set to announce federal lawsuit against JSO
Read full article: Jacksonville man whose viral arrest video sparked outrage set to announce federal lawsuit against JSOLe’Keian Woods, a man whose arrest sparked outrage online and raised questions about the use of force at the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, is planning to file a federal lawsuit.
JSO announces expansion of gang unit, says it will help better ‘identify, monitor and arrest violent offenders’
Read full article: JSO announces expansion of gang unit, says it will help better ‘identify, monitor and arrest violent offenders’The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced Tuesday the expansion of its Gang Investigations Unit which is in charge of investigating, tracking and coordinating the response to gang-related incidents.
Person injured in drive-by shooting in Northwest Jacksonville, police say
Read full article: Person injured in drive-by shooting in Northwest Jacksonville, police sayA person was shot multiple times late Monday night on New Kings Road just north of Moncrief Road West in Northwest Jacksonville, police said.
JSO: 2 officers shoot, kill man attacking carjacking victim’s family member with butter knife
Read full article: JSO: 2 officers shoot, kill man attacking carjacking victim’s family member with butter knifeA man was shot and killed Monday night during an encounter with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, police said.
Jacksonville’s murder rate down about 50% from same time last year, data shows
Read full article: Jacksonville’s murder rate down about 50% from same time last year, data showsA man died and another had non-life-threatening injuries after a shooting at a park on Jacksonville‘s Westside on Saturday night, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
37-year-old arrested following Westside Jacksonville ‘crime spree,’ police say
Read full article: 37-year-old arrested following Westside Jacksonville ‘crime spree,’ police sayA man responsible for breaking into multiple residences in Jacksonville‘s Westside and “intentionally engaging female victims” has been arrested, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
1 man dead, another taken to hospital after shooting on Jacksonville’s Westside
Read full article: 1 man dead, another taken to hospital after shooting on Jacksonville’s WestsideA man died and another had non-life-threatening injuries after a shooting at a park on Jacksonville‘s Westside on Saturday night, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Traffic Alert: Only 1 lane open on I-95 southbound at Kings Road after crash with injuries
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Only 1 lane open on I-95 southbound at Kings Road after crash with injuriesAll lanes of I-95 southbound at Kings Road are closed because of a crash with injuries, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Jacksonville among top 15 most dangerous areas in US for pedestrians, report finds
Read full article: Jacksonville among top 15 most dangerous areas in US for pedestrians, report findsA report from Smart Growth America found Jacksonville to be the 15th most dangerous metro area in the United States for pedestrians.
JSO searching for suspect involved in Downtown Jacksonville fatal hit-and-run
Read full article: JSO searching for suspect involved in Downtown Jacksonville fatal hit-and-runThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is searching for a fatal hit-and-run suspect for a crash that happened earlier in the year in Downtown Jacksonville.
Man found shot to death in pavilion at Bruce Park in Arlington, JSO says
Read full article: Man found shot to death in pavilion at Bruce Park in Arlington, JSO saysA man believed to be in his 20s or 30s was found fatally shot early Wednesday morning in Bruce Park off Arlington and Rogero roads, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Fed-up Riverside residents start petition to mayor voicing complaints about loud noise from motorcyclists
Read full article: Fed-up Riverside residents start petition to mayor voicing complaints about loud noise from motorcyclistsRiverside homeowners who live next to Interstate 10 are fed up with hearing loud sounds of motorcycles on the road at night.
No injuries in morning shootout on Beach Blvd that caused several crashes, hours-long traffic jam
Read full article: No injuries in morning shootout on Beach Blvd that caused several crashes, hours-long traffic jamA shootout that erupted during the morning rush on Monday left numerous vehicles, a business and a home along Beach Boulevard with bullet holes and caused several car crashes on Jacksonville’s southside.
JSO, local organizations raise awareness about infant safety for Safe Sleep Awareness Month
Read full article: JSO, local organizations raise awareness about infant safety for Safe Sleep Awareness MonthThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, alongside Wolfson Children’s Hospital and the Northeast Florida Healthy Start Coalition, is hosting a Safe Sleep Awareness news conference on Monday at 11 a.m.
‘Step up to the horse’: Bodycam video shows JSO officer with his mounted partner arresting man in Riverside
Read full article: ‘Step up to the horse’: Bodycam video shows JSO officer with his mounted partner arresting man in RiversideIt’s not a rare sight to spot a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office officer riding along the street on top of a trusty steed. Usually, they patrol events like concerts or fairs, but on occasion, you can catch them randomly trotting around the city.
Lawyer for family of man killed in Arlington says ‘he posed no threat’ to JSO officer who shot him
Read full article: Lawyer for family of man killed in Arlington says ‘he posed no threat’ to JSO officer who shot himAn attorney for the family of the man who was shot and killed by a Jacksonville police officer during a pursuit announced they are considering all legal options and called for the sheriff’s office to be held accountable for his death.
Bodycam footage shows pursuit, different perspectives of fatal JSO officer-involved shooting in Arlington
Read full article: Bodycam footage shows pursuit, different perspectives of fatal JSO officer-involved shooting in ArlingtonThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office released bodycam footage on Thursday that depicts alternative views of the fatal officer-involved shooting in Arlington that sparked community outrage.
JCAC calls for ‘full transparency’ from JSO in deadly police-involved shooting in Arlington
Read full article: JCAC calls for ‘full transparency’ from JSO in deadly police-involved shooting in ArlingtonThe Jacksonville Community Action Committee and the family of a man killed by a police officer held a vigil on Tuesday.
JSO corrections officer fatally shot at truck stop honored with procession
Read full article: JSO corrections officer fatally shot at truck stop honored with processionThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office held a procession Monday morning to honor the life and legacy of a JSO corrections officer who was shot and killed over the weekend.
JSO, JFRD to honor JSO corrections officer with procession through city streets
Read full article: JSO, JFRD to honor JSO corrections officer with procession through city streetsThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department, and other partners will pay their respects to the JSO corrections officer who was killed at a truck stop with a procession on Monday morning.
JSO supervisor dies unexpectedly after complications with long-term medical condition
Read full article: JSO supervisor dies unexpectedly after complications with long-term medical conditionThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced one of its members died unexpectedly Thursday evening after complications with a long-term medical condition.
Nationwide manhunt underway after off-duty JSO corrections officer killed at Northside truck stop
Read full article: Nationwide manhunt underway after off-duty JSO corrections officer killed at Northside truck stopA Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office corrections officer was shot and killed by a man early Saturday morning at a truck stop on Jacksonville’s Northside.
Crime analyst discusses video’s impact on investigation after heightened community concerns in Arlington police shooting
Read full article: Crime analyst discusses video’s impact on investigation after heightened community concerns in Arlington police shootingAfter a video circulating on social media appeared to show a glimpse of what turned out to be a police-involved shooting in Arlington, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it does not show the full picture.
Visitor fleeing Hurricane Milton finds dead woman inside family member’s home: JSO
Read full article: Visitor fleeing Hurricane Milton finds dead woman inside family member’s home: JSOA woman was found dead inside a Northside home Thursday evening by a visitor who was coming to stay with a family member during Hurricane Milton, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
JSO says an officer killed a man who drew a gun in Arlington; sheriff says social media video doesn’t show shooting
Read full article: JSO says an officer killed a man who drew a gun in Arlington; sheriff says social media video doesn’t show shootingJSO said it is aware of the video circulating on Facebook and is investigating.
Social media video doesn’t show shooting where officer killed man who drew a gun in Arlington, JSO says
Read full article: Social media video doesn’t show shooting where officer killed man who drew a gun in Arlington, JSO saysJSO said it is aware of the video circulating on Facebook and is investigating.
Man dies after being hit by two vehicles, off-duty JSO officer on Arlington Expressway
Read full article: Man dies after being hit by two vehicles, off-duty JSO officer on Arlington ExpresswayA man died on Tuesday morning after he was hit by an SUV and an off-duty police officer while attempting to walk across the Arlington Expressway, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Man dies after being found injured on sidewalk in front of downtown gas station
Read full article: Man dies after being found injured on sidewalk in front of downtown gas stationThe man found on the sidewalk in front of the Shell gas station located at Main Street and Beaver Street was transported to a local hospital where he later died.
Juvenile fatally shot in Hogan’s Creek neighborhood, 1 person detained
Read full article: Juvenile fatally shot in Hogan’s Creek neighborhood, 1 person detainedOne person was detained after a juvenile was fatally shot in Springfield on Saturday afternoon, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Police search for hit-and-run driver who critically injured woman in wheelchair on Atlantic Blvd
Read full article: Police search for hit-and-run driver who critically injured woman in wheelchair on Atlantic BlvdThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is looking for the driver in a hit-and-run crash that critically injured a woman in a wheelchair on Atlantic Boulevard in late August.
71-year-old man found safe after going missing on Jacksonville’s Westside: JSO
Read full article: 71-year-old man found safe after going missing on Jacksonville’s Westside: JSOA missing man last seen by his family on Jacksonville’s Westside was found safe on Friday, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Security guard killed after being shot multiple times inside Westside business
Read full article: Security guard killed after being shot multiple times inside Westside businessA man was shot and killed early Thursday inside a business on Jacksonville’s Westside, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
17-year-old Ed White senior dies 2 days after being struck in hit-and-run crash on Blanding Blvd
Read full article: 17-year-old Ed White senior dies 2 days after being struck in hit-and-run crash on Blanding BlvdA teen was critically injured in a hit-and-run crash early Monday on Blanding Boulevard, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff: JSO will start giving warnings to people sleeping outside as new law takes effect
Read full article: Sheriff: JSO will start giving warnings to people sleeping outside as new law takes effectDozens of new laws are now in effect in Florida as of Tuesday, including one that effectively bans sleeping and camping outside on public property.
Teen critically injured in hit-and-run crash on Blanding Blvd; JSO searching for driver
Read full article: Teen critically injured in hit-and-run crash on Blanding Blvd; JSO searching for driverA teen was critically injured in a hit-and-run crash early Monday on Blanding Boulevard, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
All southbound lanes of Buckman Bridge shut down due to police activity
Read full article: All southbound lanes of Buckman Bridge shut down due to police activityAll southbound lanes of the Buckman Bridge were shut down due to police activity Monday afternoon, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Man found fatally shot after officers hear gunfire near New Town neighborhood: JSO
Read full article: Man found fatally shot after officers hear gunfire near New Town neighborhood: JSOA man was found on Eaverson Street with what appeared to be gunshot wounds around 8 p.m. Thursday after officers on nearby Beaver Street heard gunfire, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Mobile home fire leaves 1 dead; firefighter who helped pull victim from house among those injured
Read full article: Mobile home fire leaves 1 dead; firefighter who helped pull victim from house among those injuredAt approximately 1:30 a.m., the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office and the Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department responded to a structure fire on Cranbrook Ct.
JSO officer accused of inappropriately touching woman, asking for her phone number during traffic stop
Read full article: JSO officer accused of inappropriately touching woman, asking for her phone number during traffic stopJacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters on Wednesday is set to announce the arrest of a JSO officer.
JSO officer accused of inappropriately touching woman, asking for her phone number during traffic stop
Read full article: JSO officer accused of inappropriately touching woman, asking for her phone number during traffic stopJacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters on Wednesday is set to announce the arrest of a JSO officer.
JSO found missing and endangered woman last seen on Jacksonville’s Southside
Read full article: JSO found missing and endangered woman last seen on Jacksonville’s SouthsideThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is thanking the community after a missing and endangered woman who was last seen on Jacksonville’s Southside Saturday afternoon has been found.
JSO searching for two men wanted in connection with armed robbery
Read full article: JSO searching for two men wanted in connection with armed robberyThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is searching for two men who are wanted in connection with an armed robbery on Jacksonville’s Westside that occurred early Sunday morning.
Detective injured after man fires multiple shots at JSO unmarked car; police looking for suspect
Read full article: Detective injured after man fires multiple shots at JSO unmarked car; police looking for suspectThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man who they said fired multiple times at JSO detectives who were inside an unmarked car Friday afternoon on Jacksonville’s Eastside.
Officer facing armed kidnapping charges previously disciplined by JSO for making homophobic comments
Read full article: Officer facing armed kidnapping charges previously disciplined by JSO for making homophobic commentsAlmost a year before Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office officer Brian Housend was arrested in Nassau County and accused of stalking and armed kidnapping of a woman he had a previous relationship with, Housend was investigated by JSO after he was accused of making racist and homophobic statements.
‘A good road ahead’: 25 officers join JSO as pay increases help recruiting efforts
Read full article: ‘A good road ahead’: 25 officers join JSO as pay increases help recruiting effortsTwenty-five new officers officially joined the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Thursday night, which is helping to fill a much-needed gap.
Man dies after being trapped under truck that flipped through a ditch, took out a fence and hit a tree: JSO
Read full article: Man dies after being trapped under truck that flipped through a ditch, took out a fence and hit a tree: JSOA man was killed early Thursday morning in a crash on Pinebrook Drive South on Jacksonville’s Westside.
2 injured after dispute leads to 4 people in ski masks shooting at them on Westside: JSO
Read full article: 2 injured after dispute leads to 4 people in ski masks shooting at them on Westside: JSOTwo people were injured Tuesday in a shooting at Duclay Forest Park, according to The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
24-year-old arrested in connection to man found shot in car on I-295 at I-10 interchange
Read full article: 24-year-old arrested in connection to man found shot in car on I-295 at I-10 interchangeA 24-year-old man was arrested Tuesday in connection to the death of a man found shot in his car on Interstate 295 at the Interstate 10 interchange in May.
Some Jaguars fans should expect muddy tailgating, parking on Sunday for first home game
Read full article: Some Jaguars fans should expect muddy tailgating, parking on Sunday for first home gameThe Jaguars first home game of the season is Sunday against the Browns and lots of fans will find their favorite lots to tailgate in a bit muddy given all the rain we’ve been seeing lately.
JSO officer facing life in prison received written reprimands after complaints from agency employees
Read full article: JSO officer facing life in prison received written reprimands after complaints from agency employeesBrian Housend, 42, is accused of harassing and threatening a woman that he was once in a relationship with.
JSO officer arrested, accused of kidnapping with a firearm, stalking, written threats to kill
Read full article: JSO officer arrested, accused of kidnapping with a firearm, stalking, written threats to killAn officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office was arrested Thursday in Nassau County and accused of multiple charges, including kidnapping with a firearm, written threats to kill or do bodily harm and aggravated stalking.
JSO officer arrested, accused of kidnapping with a firearm, stalking, written threats to kill
Read full article: JSO officer arrested, accused of kidnapping with a firearm, stalking, written threats to killAn officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office was arrested Thursday in Nassau County and accused of multiple charges, including kidnapping with a firearm, written threats to kill or do bodily harm and aggravated stalking.
2 people wanted in connection to shooting death of teen found in near abandoned Edgewood home
Read full article: 2 people wanted in connection to shooting death of teen found in near abandoned Edgewood homeThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is looking to find two teens it believes are responsible for the murder of 16-year-old Harold Patterson.
Woman, 27, threatened to ‘shoot it out’ with police rather than go to jail during negotiation: JSO
Read full article: Woman, 27, threatened to ‘shoot it out’ with police rather than go to jail during negotiation: JSOTwo suspects wanted in connection with multiple cases of shooting into an occupied dwelling on Friday were found dead, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced Tuesday.
2 people found dead after shots fired inside home on Jacksonville’s Southside
Read full article: 2 people found dead after shots fired inside home on Jacksonville’s SouthsideTwo people were found dead inside a home in the Deerwood neighborhood Friday night, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Police looking for man who entered multiple Westside homes, stared at women before running away
Read full article: Police looking for man who entered multiple Westside homes, stared at women before running awayThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is asking for help identifying a suspect who they believe was involved in several recent burglaries on the Westside.
JSO says missing man with autism last seen on Jacksonville’s Northside has been found safe
Read full article: JSO says missing man with autism last seen on Jacksonville’s Northside has been found safeThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday night that a missing man who was considered endangered had been found and was safe.
JSO says 76-year-old woman last seen in Northwest Jacksonville has been found
Read full article: JSO says 76-year-old woman last seen in Northwest Jacksonville has been foundThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is currently searching for a missing endangered person in the Northwest area of Jacksonville.
City Council committee considers 2 bills that would help Jacksonville comply with state law banning sleeping in public
Read full article: City Council committee considers 2 bills that would help Jacksonville comply with state law banning sleeping in publicThe Jacksonville City Council’s Public Safety Committee will consider Tuesday two bills -- totaling $2.5 million -- that are part of a $10 million budget proposal to help the city comply with a new state law banning sleeping in public spaces.
2 elderly women walked every morning in the Hyde Park area. Then one was killed when they were hit by an SUV
Read full article: 2 elderly women walked every morning in the Hyde Park area. Then one was killed when they were hit by an SUVAn elderly woman was killed and another was critically injured after they were hit by an SUV while walking in the Hyde Park area Monday morning, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
JSO officer’s quick actions save the life of a 2-year-old shot while watching TV
Read full article: JSO officer’s quick actions save the life of a 2-year-old shot while watching TVThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office released a dramatic bodycam video of a patrol officer springing into action to help a toddler who was shot in December.
Man found dead on road on Jacksonville’s Northside; police investigating if foul play was involved
Read full article: Man found dead on road on Jacksonville’s Northside; police investigating if foul play was involvedA man was found dead on a road on Jacksonville’s Northside Friday morning, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Crime and safety topic of conversation at JSO’s town hall in Northwest Jacksonville
Read full article: Crime and safety topic of conversation at JSO’s town hall in Northwest JacksonvilleThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office addressed crime concerns from Northwest Jacksonville residents at Thursday’s District 5 town hall meeting.
21-year-old, 18-year-old arrested, accused in Jacksonville shooting that killed Great Dane
Read full article: 21-year-old, 18-year-old arrested, accused in Jacksonville shooting that killed Great DaneA 21-year-old man and an 18-year-old man were arrested last week and accused in connection with a shooting that left a family’s dog dead.
First Coast Crime Stoppers tips have helped solve 132 murder cases since 2002
Read full article: First Coast Crime Stoppers tips have helped solve 132 murder cases since 2002Chase Robinson is carrying on Wyllie Hodges’ legacy at First Coast Crime Stoppers in Jacksonville. He’s working in a new building in downtown Jacksonville on Adams Street, but he says the organization's goal has not changed.
Murder of 28-year-old Jacksonville man in 2005 back in the spotlight as JSO searches for leads
Read full article: Murder of 28-year-old Jacksonville man in 2005 back in the spotlight as JSO searches for leadsThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is putting a spotlight on a murder investigation that started almost 20 years ago.
Woman charged with murder of 34-year-old man found dead inside Jacksonville home
Read full article: Woman charged with murder of 34-year-old man found dead inside Jacksonville homeA woman was arrested and charged with the murder of a 34-year-old man who was found dead inside a home on 3rd Avenue Sunday night, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.