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
For Immediate Release June 28, 2017 Santa Rosa Beach, Fla— Multiple vehicles sustain damages after owners find their cars have been keyed at a Santa Rosa Beach apartment complex. From May 11th to June 26th three victims reported their cars… Read More
For Immediate Release June 28, 2017 Laurel Hill, Fla— An investigation is launched after three men kick down the door of a home in northern Walton County and hold a woman at gunpoint. At 10:30 pm Tuesday night deputies responded… Read More
For Immediate Release June 26, 2017 Walton County, Fla – A Missouri man was arrested early Monday morning after threatening a Walton County Tourist Development Council employee with a gun. Around 2:45 this morning, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office responded… Read More
For Immediate Release June 26, 2017 DeFuniak Springs, Fla – A DeFuniak Springs man has been arrested after attacking a local man with a golf club. On May 14, 2017 just before 1:00 p.m., the Walton County Sheriff’s Office received… Read More
For Immediate Release June 23, 2017 Walton County, Fla— Walton County Sheriff’s Office is hosting their annual Backpack Drive for the third year in a row to benefit children in need in our community as they prepare to go back… Read More
For Immediate Release June 23, 2017 Freeport, Fla – A suspect is behind bars after stealing a vehicle with the keys still inside at a gas station in Freeport. On May 31, 2017, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office responded to… Read More
Mark Joshua Mitchell, 39, of Destin, pled guilty today to seven counts of interstate transportation of stolen property. The guilty plea was announced by Christopher P. Canova, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida. https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndfl/pr/destin-man-pleads-guilty-shipping-jewelry-stolen-walton-county-burglaries
For Immediate Release June 22, 2017 Miramar Beach, Fla – WCSO Investigator spots suspect wanted for grand theft at a local gas station early Thursday morning following a trailer being stolen from Yolo Board in Miramar Beach. Just before 10:00… Read More
