Cottondale man arrested after traffic stop leads to discovery of meth, firearms
Staff ReportA Cottondale man was arrested Monday evening after a traffic stop in Washington County led deputies to the discovery of…
Read MoreChipley man sentenced to 30 years for 2024 manslaughter
GARRETT VALCOURTA Chipley man convicted of manslaughter with a firearm in connection with a 2024 fatal shooting was sentenced Tuesday to…
Read MorePanama City man facing multiple drug charges following Vernon traffic stop
A Panama City man is facing multiple drug-related charges in Washington County following a traffic stop on Dawkins Street in…
Read MoreHawkins found guilty in child sexual abuse case
Ronald Gene Hawkins, 69, has been found guilty of lewd and lascivious behavior involving a victim less than 12 years…
Read MoreChipley man found guilty in 2024 fatal shooting at Diamond Head Lake
A 26-year-old Chipley man has been found guilty of manslaughter with a firearm following a trial this week in Washington…
Read MoreCaryville man faces drug charges following Washington County traffic stop
A Caryville man was arrested on multiple drug-related and other charges following a traffic stop Sunday, August 31, according to…
Read MoreWCSO, U.S. Marshals arrest wanted felon in Washington County
A Washington County man wanted on felony charges was taken into custody August 23 following a joint operation by the Washington…
Read MoreTwo Northwest Florida Reception Center officers arrested in Bay County Walmart thefts
Two correctional officers from Northwest Florida Reception Center in Chipley were arrested Monday, August 17, in connection with a series…
Read MoreWashington County deputies assist U.S. Marshals in arrest of wanted felon
On Wednesday, August 5, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office assisted the U.S. Marshals Florida/Caribbean Regional Fugitive Task Force after receiving…
Read MoreWashington County sheriff’s office investigates sexual battery case
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a sexual battery case involving a minor following allegations reported on Friday, July…
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