Former Vernon teacher arrested in Washington County on lewd and lascivious charges
Staff ReportThe Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) has arrested a former Vernon Middle School teacher following an investigation into allegations of…
Read MoreTraffic stop leads to two in custody
The Chipley Police Department announces the arrest of two individuals following a routine traffic stop last night that led to…
Read MoreFour in custody after traffic stop
On August 25 at approximately 7:30 a.m. the Washington County Sheriff’s Office dispatch received a call from the Florida Highway…
Read MoreDealer who supplied fentanyl sentenced in death of Chipley woman
AMBER PATINOThe Bay County dealer who supplied the fentanyl that caused the overdose death of a Chipley woman has been sentenced…
Read MoreArmed disturbance investigation leads to large narcotics seizure in Washington County
An armed disturbance and alleged assault on Merry Acres Drive has resulted in the arrest of two men and the…
Read MoreChipley police arrest man with stolen firearm and active warrant
Brandon ToothA routine traffic stop on Highway 90 led to the arrest of David Harper, who was found to be in…
Read MoreTwo juveniles arrested in Chipley vehicle burglary investigation.
CHIPLEY, Fla. (August 1, 2025) — The Chipley Police Department has announced the arrest of two juveniles in connection with…
Read MoreSheriff Crews announces the arrest of 4 following an early morning search warrant.
On July 29, 2025, the Washington County Drug Task Force, comprised of members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and…
Read MoreDavid Earl Gipson sentenced to three consecutive life terms in Washington County Court
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (July 25, 2025) — This morning, David Earl Gipson, 40, was sentenced to three consecutive life sentences…
Read MoreEbro man arrested on felony aggravated battery charge
An Ebro man is in custody and facing a felony charge following a reported domestic incident earlier this week, according…
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