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SHERIFF MARK A. HUNTER (NPA)The intent of the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Website is to enable you to be informed with the most up to date information that we can provide you and in the most efficient and effective manner. The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office provides professional law enforcement services with integrity and compassion to meet the diverse needs of our community.

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New Deputy Sworn In

On Wednesday, March 13, 2024, Sheriff Hunter held a swearing in ceremony for a new employee at the CCSO Operations Center. The ceremony was attended by family, friends, and CCSO personnel. Lindsay King was sworn in as a deputy sheriff. Please join us in welcoming Deputy King to the CCSO family!

MEDIA RELEASE: Sex Offender Arrested for Soliciting Minor

A registered sex offender has been arrested on new charges of soliciting a minor. On February 14, 2024 detectives began an investigation after receiving a report that Edward Gullion (34) was using an electronic device to solicit a minor for sex. While looking into Gullion’s background, it was learned that he was already a registered…

Duguid Sentenced for Attempted Murder

  A Georgia man was sentenced to 30 years in prison Monday following an attempted murder that occurred in May of 2022. On May 6, 2022, deputies responded to 214 SW Harlowe Place after a landlord requested a well-being check on a tenant. Upon arrival, deputies could see the victim through a window. The victim…

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