For Immediate Release July 10, 2017 DeFuniak Springs, Fla—The rays of sun coming through the windows in Sheriff Michael Adkinson’s office were not the only thing beaming as Connor Gunn raised his right hand. Rewind nearly four years ago, Gunn… Read More
For Immediate Release July 7, 2017 Walton County, Fla—On Saturday, July 15th, Walton County Fire Rescue and the Walton County Animal Shelter will host a summer open house to help save lives. WCFR firefighters teamed up with the volunteers and… Read More
OFFICE OF STATE ATTORNEY FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA July 7, 2017 PRESS RELEASE Bill Eddins, State Attorney for the First Judicial Circuit, announced today that 27-year old Jason Cody Hughes entered a plea of No Contest yesterday to three… Read More
The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking information on the following subjects wanted out of our jurisdiction; Juan Pablo Hernandez– Hispanic male, 32 YOA, 6’, 180 lbs., Black hair, brown eyes. This subject is wanted on a Felony Failure… Read More
For Immediate Release July 6, 2017 Santa Rosa Beach, Fla— A 9-year-old boy just a week away from competing in the Little League World Series in Louisiana will now have his championship ring back thanks to the quick work of… Read More
The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking information on the following subjects wanted out of our jurisdiction; Mark Robert Fitzgerald– White male, 42 YOA, 6’, 180 lbs., Brown hair, Brown eyes. This subject is wanted on 2 Felony Larceny… Read More
The 4th of July and fireworks go hand-in-hand. Walton County Fire Rescue would like to remind everyone to stay safe while celebrating Independence Day this weekend! Not all fireworks are legal in the state of Florida. So, we encourage everyone… Read More
For Immediate Release June 30, 2017 DeFuniak Springs, Fla— One man is in custody following a domestic dispute that lasted nearly 11 hours starting Thursday night. Deputies responded to 10917 US 331 North around 7:50pm after a gun was fired… Read More
Daughter of father who drowned is featured, shares her story For Immediate Release June 29, 2017 The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is undertaking a signature project focused on water safety during the coming months, starting with a mini-documentary featuring the… Read More
For Immediate Release June 29, 2017 DeFuniak Springs, Fla— Inmates incarcerated at the Walton County Jail were given a unique opportunity to plan for their return to the community Friday. Career Source of Okaloosa Walton in conjunction with Emerald Coast… Read More
