News & Events

04/20/12: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Traffic Deputy that was involved in a traffic crash, while riding his police motorcycle during an escort, last Saturday (April 14, 2012), is continuing to recover at a Jacksonville Hospital.Read More

04/20/12: Two females and a male were arrested on methamphetamine related charges after a mobile methamphetamine laboratory was located early this morning.Read More

04/16/12: Deputies with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office responded to a call for service involving a despondent individual shortly before 10:30 p.m. Saturday at a residence in the 2900 block of C.R. 214.Read More

04/16/12: A St. Johns County Traffic Deputy was involved in a traffic crash, while riding his police motorcycle during an escort, shortly after 12:00 Saturday afternoon.Read More

04/10/12: Over the past several months, the Robbery/Homicide Section of the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office investigated a series of violent crimes that were committed against both vulnerable and elderly adults in the Hastings and West Augustine areas.Read More

04/05/12: A 38-year old St. Johns County man was arrested early Wednesday evening on an outstanding warrant for exploitation of the elderly as well as drug charges.Read More

04/05/12: Two St. Johns County men are being sought in connection with the theft of a large amount of property from a company they had been temporarily employed during a two month period.Read More

04/03/12: A 15-year old St. Johns County male was arrested Monday evening in connection with allegedly throwing a brick into an occupied school bus last week.Read More

03/27/12: Early Tuesday afternoon the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Meth Response Team responded to the 200 block of Queen Road after receiving reports of a suspected methamphetamine laboratory at a residence.Read More

03/21/12: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit are continuing to search for relatives of a man that was struck and killed by a train last Friday.Read More

03/16/12: Two Hastings men were arrested on charges of robbery with a firearm and grand theft Thursday stemming from an incident that occurred two weeks ago.Read More

03/09/12: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit are investigating a second shooting off C.R. 214 that occurred within a week and a half of each other.Read More

03/01/12: Early Thursday Morning, the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office, along with St. Johns County Fire Rescue responded to the Veteran's Administration Local Office (1955 U.S. 1 South), regarding a possible gas leak.Read More

02/28/12: On Monday afternoon, the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene of a two vehicle traffic crash in Flagler Estates in the area of Nikolich Avenue and Helena Street.Read More

02/27/12: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office are seeking a 34-year old St. Johns County man who has been missing for a month.Read More

02/23/12: Shortly after 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office responded to reports of a mother and two children who were found deceased in their home.Read More

02/21/12: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office are seeking a missing man who was last seen on Sunday at the pier at the Riverview Club at St. Augustine Shores.Read More

02/21/12: On Monday evening, deputies with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to a residence in the 200 block of Estrada Avenue regarding a possible methamphetamine laboratory.Read More

02/21/12: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit are continuing the investigation into a shooting of a St. Johns County man early Friday evening.Read More

02/17/12: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office are investigating numerous car burglaries and the theft of two vehicles that occurred overnight in the MSD (Municipal Service District) in Ponte Vedra Beach.Read More

02/17/12: St. Johns County Public Safety seeks a qualified candidate for a Radio Systems Manager. Read More

02/16/12: A 23-year old St. Johns County man was arrested on charges of dealing in stolen property, carrying a concealed weapon and loitering and prowling early this (Thursday) morning in the area of C.R. 210 near the St. Johns Parkway. Read More

02/16/12: Investigators with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Section are investigating the discovery of human skeletal remains (adult) near McCullough Creek in South West St. Johns County. Read More

02/09/12: A 24-year old Clay County man was arrested today (Thursday) after traveling into St. Johns County thinking he was going to have sex with a female juvenile. Read More

01/27/12: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office are seeking to locate a missing woman and the vehicle that she could be driving. Read More

01/18/12: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Special Victims' Unit along with Deputies are continuing to seek a male suspect wanted in connection with an attack on a female jogger early Sunday evening. Read More

01/18/12: A male suspect is being sought in connection with a car burglary that occurred two weeks ago at an A1A South parking lot (Ft. Matanzas beach access). Read More

01/13/12: The Florida Department of Law Enforcement, along with the Medical Examiner's Office for the 7th Judicial Circuit, and the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office continue to investigate the shooting incident that occurred at the Fountains Apartments in Ponte Vedra early Thursday evening.Read More

01/13/12: Deputies with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office responded to the Fountains Apartments in Ponte Vedra early Thursday evening in response to a despondent subject.Read More

01/10/12: Two male suspects are being sought in connection with two residential burglaries that occurred Sunday in the Northwest part of the county. Read More

01/06/12: NEW INFORMATION!! Traffic Homicide Investigators from the St Johns County Sheriff's Office responded to an early morning hit and run crash with life threatening injuries. Read More

01/06/12: Traffic Homicide Investigators from the St Johns County Sheriff's Office responded to an early morning hit and run crash with life threatening injuries. Read More

01/06/12: A 31-year old St. Johns County man who fled from deputies following an alleged carjacking last week was located today in Duval County and taken in custody by the U.S. Marshal's Service. Read More

01/06/12: A 31-year old St. Johns County man who fled from deputies following an alleged carjacking last week was located today in Duval County and taken in custody by the U.S. Marshal's Service. Read More

01/05/12: At least one male suspect is being sought in connection with the burglary of four Ponte Vedra Beach businesses in the early morning hours of 30 November. Read More

01/04/12: A suspect arrested in connection with the death of a 30-year old St. Johns County woman early Tuesday morning was denied bond following a first appearance hearing this (Wednesday) morning before Judge Charles Tinlin.Read More

01/03/12: Detectives with the Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit have arrested a 32-year old St. Johns County man on a charge of second degree murder in connection with the death of his girlfriend early this morning.Read More

01/02/12: Two St. Johns County men were arrested last night after another man was stabbed. Detectives with the Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit charged the suspects, identified as Robert Tony Hicks and Peter Joseph Grattan with Aggravated Battery after the incident.Read More

12/29/11: A 31-year old St. Johns County man is being sought for fleeing from a traffic stop early this (Thursday) afternoon. In addition to several charges today, the suspect has an outstanding warrant involving a weapon that occurred last month.Read More

12/16/11: In a cooperative effort between the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office, the U.S. Marshal's Service and the Department of Corrections Parole and Probation Office Operation "Landshark" was completed this week.Read More

12/16/11: A 47-year old Duval County man was arrested on charges of capital sexual battery on a victim under the age of 12, one count of lewd and lascivious molestation, one count of lewd and lascivious exhibition, and promoting sexual performance by a child Thursday evening for incidents that occurred in St. Johns County.Read More

12/12/11:The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office is now offering a location that is open during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, to dispose of unwanted and outdated prescription medication.Read More

12/12/11: A 19-year old St. Johns County man was arrested on a host of charges, including grand theft auto, Sunday afternoon.Read More

12/05/11: In accordance with Florida State Statute 775.21, this news release will serve as public notification that the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office has been given information that a person judged to be a sexual predator has moved within St. Johns County.Read More

12/05/11: Cold Case Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit are seeking the public's assistance in identifying remains found over 25 years ago in a Crescent Beach sand dune. Read More

11/22/11: A 65-year old transient, arrested on a bank robbery charge nearly two weeks ago in St. Augustine, has been charged with two armed robberies that occurred in the county. Read More

11/22/11: Over the past several months, deputies with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office have investigated and arrested multiple suspects in the Northwest District of St. Johns County for various offenses; to include trafficking narcotics. Read More

11/21/11: In accordance with Florida State Statute 775.21, this news release will serve as public notification that the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office has been given information that a person judged to be a sexual predator has moved to an address within St. Johns County. Read More

11/16/11: Internet crime seems limitless, and it may very well be. Daily there are reports of new scams and cons appearing in emails or on the web from people trying to get your money. Read More

11/09/11: Detectives with the Cyber Crimes Section have arrested a known sex offender in connection with a Child Pornography Investigation. Read More

11/04/11: A suspect is being sought in connection with an armed robbery in West Augustine that occurred last month.Read More

11/04/11: A 27-year old St. Augustine Beach man was arrested today on a warrant stemming from the traffic death of man and woman in April.Read More

11/03/11: Three St. Johns County teenagers were arrested over the past two days in connection with a burglary to a residence in the 1200 block of Loch Tanna Loop (Fruit Cove) last month.Read More

11/02/11: Three St. Johns County teenagers were arrested over the past two days in connection with a burglary to a residence in the 1200 block of Loch Tanna Loop (Fruit Cove) last month.Read More

11/01/11: A male, female, and juvenile were arrested early Monday morning in connection with a burglary to a vehicle in the Samara Lakes subdivision with additional charges pending further investigation.Read More

11/01/11: Five St. Johns County teenagers are in custody in connection with several car and home burglaries that occurred in Marsh Creek and other St. Augustine Beach locations in early September.Read More

10/21/11: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office was recently awarded a "Solving Cold Cases with DNA" grant from the U.S. Department of Justice. Read More

10/18/11: A bronze statue to commemorate and memorialize the hard work of the K-9 officers and their handlers was dedicated today at the Memorial Courtyard in front of the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office.Read More

10/14/11: In accordance with Florida State Statute 775.21, this news release will serve as public notification that the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office has been given information that a person judged to be a sexual predator has moved to an address within St. Johns County.Read More

10/12/11: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Youth Services Unit is sponsoring the haunted house again this Halloween season.Read More

10/07/11: Three Hastings men were arrested on charges of burglary to an occupied dwelling and wearing a mask or hood during the commission of a crime Thursday afternoon. Read More

09/21/11: A Victim Advocate with the Sheriff's Office aids a victim, which leads to the identification and location of a suspect in a robbery by sudden snatching. Read More

09/16/11: Investigators with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office along with the F.B.I. and other N.E. Florida agencies will be featured in next Friday's edition of "Dateline" on NBC. Read More

09/15/11: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit are continuing to investigate a series of armed robberies to food delivery or taxi drivers that have occurred over the past year in the West Augustine area. Read More

09/14/11: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office are investigating several burglaries that occurred in the Marsh Creek subdivision since last Friday morning. Read More

09/13/11: In accordance with Florida State Statute 775.21, this news release will serve as public notification that a person judged to be a sexual predator is residing within St. Johns County. Read More

09/02/11: A 36-year old St. Johns County man was arrested on a charge of sexual assault upon a child over the age of 12 early Thursday evening. Read More

09/02/11: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Property Crimes Unit are investigating a burglary at a S.R. 312 business (Longhorn Steakhouse) that occurred between Sunday night and Monday morning. Read More

08/30/11: Two male suspects are being sought in connection with the armed robbery of a pizza delivery driver that occurred late Monday night. Deputies responded to the business (Papa Johns) at 11:30 p.m. Read More

08/25/11: St. Johns County Property Crimes Unit detectives are seeking information concerning the theft of a large amount of gasoline from a St. Johns County service station early Tuesday morning. Read More

08/22/11: Sheriff Shoar along the men and women of The SJSO are asking our citizens to review their safety plans, in the event Hurricane Irene travels towards St. Johns County. Attached you will find links to a hurricane preparedness guide, as well as, your local Emergency Management website. Read More

08/18/11: St. Johns County Sheriff David Shoar is warning residents and visitors that with schools opening next week, drivers need to be cautious of children walking or riding to school or waiting at bus stops throughout the county. Read More

08/17/11: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office is investigating a suspicious incident that occurred Tuesday afternoon in Sawgrass at Ponte Vedra Beach. Read More

06/03/11: Sheriff Shoar Speaking about On-line Reporting.View

08/11/11: A mobile methamphetamine lab was discovered on the side of the road and was brought to work by a 59-year old St. Johns County woman this morning. Read More

08/10/11: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office is investigating a suspicious incident that occurred Monday afternoon in St. Johns, off Racetrack Rd. and was reported Tuesday afternoon. Read More

08/08/11: A Hastings couple was arrested early Saturday morning on charges of producing methamphetamine and child abuse. Read More

08/08/11: This week, St. Johns County Sheriff David Shoar was elected as the Florida Sheriff's Association Treasurer for the upcoming fiscal year. Read More

07/29/11:A 21-year old Hastings man was arrested on an outstanding warrant for aggravated child abuse. Read More

07/28/11: A 37-year old registered Sex Offender was arrested Wednesday night on a charge of sexual battery on a victim over the age of 12. Read More

07/25/11: Investigators with The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Property Crimes Section have arrested a St. Johns County man on several charges related to a residential burglary, which occurred in the Ponte Vedra area. Read More

07/22/11: A female suspect has been identified, located and is in custody in Bay County. An arrest warrant is currently being sought... Read More

07/21/11: St. Johns County Sheriff David Shoar announced that the agency has been awarded reaccredited status by the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation and is only the third agency in the state to receive the prestigious "Excelsior Agency" award. Read More

07/13/11: St. Johns County Robbery/Homicide detectives received word today from the District Medical Examiner's Office that the victim has been positively identified as Daniel Stuart Somerson. Read More

07/09/11: Detectives with the Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit are continuing to investigate a suspicious death at a residence in the 1100 block of Popolee Rd., in Fruit Cove that was found early Friday afternoon. Read More

07/05/11: Deputies with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Traffic Unit are investigating a three vehicle crash that occurred early this (Tuesday) morning in Ponte Vedra Beach. Read More

06/24/11: One man is dead and another man is in custody following a shooting that occurred in Hastings last (Thursday) night. Read More

06/22/11: Two men and a male juvenile were arrested on grand theft auto charges early this (Wednesday) morning stemming from an incident that began late Tuesday night. Read More

06/17/11: At a recent St. Johns County Commission meeting, Sheriff David Shoar discussed with Commissioners a new plan to extend the life of patrol cars for an additional three years at a much lower cost than purchasing new vehicles. Read More

06/17/11: A 23-year old St. Johns County man was located and arrested in connection with the theft of three weapons from a S.R. 16 business (Shooting Sports Pro Shop) Thursday afternoon. Read More

06/16/11: A lone male suspect is being sought in connection with the grand theft of two
handguns and a rifle from a St. Johns County gun store.
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06/16/11: NOTIFICATION OF SEXUAL PREDATOR.Read More

06/14/11: SJSO Property Crimes Detective offers scam information.Read More

06/03/11: In an effort to both be convenient for our citizens and to help reduce costs to the Sheriff's Office, St. Johns County Sheriff David Shoar announced the implementation of "Online Reporting" for select incidents.Read More...

06/01/11: Due to current environmental conditions and the recent wood fires in the NE Florida area, a burn ban has been enacted in St. Johns County. See documents here... Read More...

05/31/11: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit are continuing to investigate a shooting that occurred early this morning in Fruit Cove that resulted in the death of a 35-year old St. Johns County woman.Read More...

05/31/11: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit are investigating a shooting that occurred early this morning in Fruit Cove sending a woman to a Jacksonville hospital.Read More...

05/25/11: A 63-year old Duval County woman was arrested on charges of burglary to an unoccupied dwelling, grand theft and grand theft auto late Monday afternoon.Read More...

05/23/11: Notification of Sexual Predator: Mark Anthony Shively.Read More...

05/16/11: Five St. Johns male juveniles between the ages of 15-17 were transported to Jacksonville hospitals over the weekend after ingesting an unknown substance possibly a type of "Bath Salts."Read More...

05/13/11: A 30-year old St. Johns County man faces attempted second degree murder on a law enforcement officer along with other serious charges today after fighting with deputies Monday morning.Read More...

05/10/11: Notification of Sexual Predator: Mark Anthony Shively.Read More...

05/09/11: Notification of Sexual Predator: Karl William Egner.Read More...

05/09/11: Two out-of-county men were arrested on charges of loitering and prowling, armed burglary to a conveyance, grand theft of a firearm and possession of a weapon or ammo by a convicted felon early Sunday morning.Read More...

05/09/11: Two St. Johns County men were arrested early Saturday morning on attempted burglary and other charges and face additional charges as Property Crimes Unit Detectives continue the investigation.Read More...

05/04/11: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office netted 17 men over a five day operation this past week titled, "Operation Sheepdog".Read More...

05/03/11: Three suspects are being sought in connection with a home invasion robbery that occurred early this (Tuesday) morning.Read More...

04/15/11: The Saint Johns County Sheriff's Office 2010 Annual Report is available for viewing.Read More...

04/28/11: A cooperative effort of the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office, the State Attorney's Office 7th Judicial Circuit, the St. Johns County School Board and the PACT Prevention Coalition of St. Johns County culminated in the producing of a handbook for the young people of our community.Read More... View the booklet Click Here...

04/27/11: A St. Johns County man and woman were arrested Tuesday afternoon and two other suspects fled when SIU detectives attempted to serve a search warrant.Read More...

04/25/11: Property Crimes Unit Detectives are seeking the identity of two individuals as Persons of Interest in connection with a theft at a Ponte Vedra Beach business last week.Read More...

04/15/11: Detectives with The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Section have filed Armed Robbery and Grand Theft charges against the three occupants involved in yesterday's vehicle pursuit, in connection with the Robbery that occurred at a local pharmacy Wednesday afternoon.Read More...

04/15/11: St. Johns County Sheriff David Shoar along with Crime Prevention Deputies are making it easier for citizens to obtain valuable information about their Sheriff's Office during a six-week Community Outreach plan.Read More...

04/14/11: A suspect wanted in connection with armed robberies at two Walgreens pharmacies, one of them in St. Johns County, was possibly located and pursued in two counties this (Thursday) afternoon. Read More...

04/14/11: A male suspect is being sought in connection with an armed robbery of a U.S. 1 South pharmacy (Walgreens, 116 Blackford Way, New Food Lion Plaza, St. Augustine Shores). Read More...

04/14/11: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Special Investigations Unit concluded a two phase operation titled "Operation-Spring Fever" yesterday, (Wednesday). Read More...

04/14/11: Traffic homicide investigators from St Johns County Sheriff's Office Traffic Unit are continuing the investigation into a fatal Hit and Run crash on CR214 between I95 and CR-13A (Molasses Junction) that occurred Wednesday afternoon.Read More...

04/11/11: MISSING PERSON-VERA OSTEEN-UPDATE. Read More...

03/31/11: A 39-year old St. Johns County man uis being sought in connection with the theft of two necklaces from an outlet mall jewelry store. Read More...

03/29/11: A 20-year old St. Johns County woman was arrested today on charges of grand theft and fraudulent use of a credit card following the execution of a search warrant at her Oneida St. home. Read More...

03/16/11: A 41-year old St. Johns County man was arrested on charges of improper exhibition of a firearm and resisting arrest without violence early this (Wednesday) morning. Read More...

03/18/11: St. Johns County Sheriff David Shoar recognized many members of the Sheriff's Office this past Friday evening at the 27th Annual Awards Banquet that was held at the World Golf Village Convention Center. Read More...

03/16/11: A 41-year old St. Johns County man was arrested on charges of improper exhibition of a firearm and resisting arrest without violence early this (Wednesday) morning. Read More...

03/15/11: Two Georgia men were arrested in connection with passing counterfeit currency Monday afternoon. Read More...

03/14/11: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office will be utilizing the CodeRED Emergency Notification System on Friday, 18 March 2011 to call the entire community.Read More...

03/14/11: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office is scheduled for an on-site assessment as part of a program to achieve reaccreditation by verifying the Agency meets professional standards.Read More...

03/10/11: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a male subject early this (Thursday) morning. Read More...

03/07/11: A 35-year old registered sex offender was arrested early Friday evening in connection with an alleged incident that occurred with a female teenager six months ago with the help of DNA testing. Read More...

03/03/11: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office is hosting another "Operation-Medicine Cabinet" this month in the Northeastern and Central parts of the county. Read More...

03/03/11: One man is dead and another is in a Jacksonville hospital (Shands) following a double shooting outside a residence in the 1000 block of S.R. 16 Wednesday evening. Read More...

03/02/11: Detectives with The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Section are investigating a double shooting that occurred in the 1000 block of SR16. Read More...

02/28/11: Deputies from the St Johns County Sheriff's Traffic Unit responded to a single vehicle rollover crash early Sunday evening. Read More...

02/25/11: Notification of Sexual Predator. Read More...

02/24/11: Two adults and two juveniles were arrested early this (Thursday) morning in connection with two car burglaries. Read More...

02/24/11: A 48-year old Virginia man was cited for careless driving this evening after he drove his vehicle into a home in the 200 block of Arrowhead Rd. Read More...

02/07/11: The Code Red Program...Read More...

02/03/11: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Special Victims' Unit arrested two St. Johns County men in unrelated child pornography charges over the past 24 hours. Read More...

01/26/11: Two deputies and two residents had to be decontaminated Tuesday evening after being exposed to chemicals used in a Meth lab. Read More...

01/2411: A 27- year old St. Johns County man was arrested Friday morning on outstanding warrants for sale of Methamphetamine. Read More...

01/21/11: More victims have come forward with allegations against a 53-year old St. Johns County man who is facing additional charges of lewd and lascivious battery on a child. Read More...

01/21/11: A 63-year old St. Johns County man sustained injuries Thursday afternoon following a two vehicle crash that occurred on S.R. 207, near Elkton. Read More...

01/19/11: As a continuing effort to combat underage drinking in the county, members of the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Youth Services Unit conducted the first "Alcohol Compliance Detail" of 2011 Monday.Read More...

01/19/11: A complaint affidavit for charges of disorderly conduct and resisting arrest without violence were signed against three St. Johns County male teenagers early Sunday evening after fleeing from deputies. Read More...

01/18/11: Three St. Johns County men were arrested early Monday morning in connection with at least one car burglary in the Venetian Blvd. area. Read More...

01/14/11: During these tough economic times, residential and vehicle burglaries continue to be prevalent, not only in St. Johns County, but throughout the country. Read More...

01/10/11: In accordance with Florida State Statute 775.21, this news release will serve as public notification that the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office has been given information that a person judged to be a sexual predator is residing within St. Johns County. Read More...

01/07/11: Detectives with The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Section are investigating the discovery of human remains located off State Road 16. Read More...

01/05/11: Robbery/Homicide Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office are continuing to investigate the disappearance of a 34-year old St. Johns County woman and have named a Person of Interest. Read More...

12/22/10: A 53-year old St. Johns County man was arrested on three counts of lewd and lascivious battery on a child this (Wednesday) morning. Read More...

12/16/10: A 53-year old Hastings man was arrested on attempted murder charges early Wednesday evening. Read More...

12/15/10: St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Detectives arrested a 42-year old Duval County man this (Saturday) afternoon in connection with an attempted robbery early Friday morning. Read More...

12/15/10: Detectives with the Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit along with Agents from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement are investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred Tuesday night in Hastings. Read More...

12/10/10: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit are seeking a male subject in connection with an attempted robbery of a S.R. 312 business (CVS) early this (Friday) morning. Read More...

12/09/10: St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Detectives are seeking at least two individuals in connection with a home invasion that occurred at a residence in the 700 block of Scrub Jay Dr. Tuesday evening. Read More...

12/07/10: A 33-year old St. Johns County man died from injuries sustained in a single car crash early this (Tuesday) morning. Read More...

12/07/10: Three men are being sought in connection with a Home Invasion that occurred early this (Tuesday) morning in the Heritage Park subdivision. Read More...

12/06/10: A male suspect is being sought in connection with vehicle burglaries at the St. Johns County School District parking lot on Schoolhouse Rd. Read More...

12/01/10: As the holiday season approaches, I want to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday season. During this time and throughout the year, the men and women of the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office stand ready to assist you with your law enforcement needs. Read More...

11/30/10: In accordance with Florida State Statute 775.21, this news release will serve as public notification that the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office has been given information that a person judged to be a sexual predator is residing within St. Johns County. Read More...

11/29/10: As a continuing effort to combat underage drinking in the county, members of the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Youth Services Unit with assistance from Special Investigations Unit Detectives conducted another "Alcohol Compliance Detail" last week. Read More...

11/29/10: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Special Victims' Unit rounded up five out of six St. Johns County men today during a warrant sweep for child pornography in "Operation: Reveal".Read More...

11/29/10: Video of transport by Fire Rescue. Watch Video...

11/29/10: Video of capsized boat in water. Watch Video

11/29/10: Video of Boat Captain in water. Watch Video

11/29/10: A 60-year old Palm Coast boat captain was rescued after his towing vessel capsized in the St. Augustine Inlet this (Monday) morning. Read More...

11/29/10: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Special Victims' Unit rounded up five out of six St. Johns County men today during a warrant sweep for child pornography in "Operation: Reveal".Read More...

11/19/10: Deputies and Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office searched a wooded area off S.R. 206 and C.R. 305 this morning looking for clues in the disappearance of a 34-year old St. Johns County woman (Rebecca Ware).Read More...

11/19/10: The Florida Criminal Justice Executive Institute announces the graduation yesterday of Col Art May from the Chief Executive Seminar at the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) in Tallahassee, Fla. Read More...

11/19/10: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office is investigating a possible check fraud that occurred earlier this month in Ponte Vedra Beach and reported yesterday (Thursday). Read More...

11/16/10: A 32-year old St. Johns County man died following a single car crash on Wildwood Dr. early this (Tuesday) morning. Read More...

11/12/10: Detectives with The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Section continue to investigate the disappearance and whereabouts of Rebecca Ann Ware, 34, who was last seen on 29 October, 2010 in St. Johns County.Read More...

11/06/10: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office is once again hosting "Operation-Medicine Cabinet" a week from tomorrow (Saturday).Read More...

11/05/10: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office are seeking a missing St. Johns County woman who resides in the 100 block of Phoenetia Dr.Read More...

11/04/10: For the next several months you may see some deputy sheriff's sporting stubble on their faces. This isn't a new fad, but a fundraiser within the Sheriff's Office for the March of Dimes.Read More...

11/02/10: A 52-year old St. Johns County man has been charged with two counts of armed robbery late yesterday afternoon in connection with two robberies of St. Johns County pharmacies earlier yesterday.Read More...

11/02/10: A male subject is in custody in connection with two armed robberies of St. Johns County pharmacies earlier today.Read More...

10/27/10: St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Youth Services Unit with assistance from Special Investigations Unit Detectives conducted another "Alcohol Compliance Detail" yesterday, 25 October.Read More...

10/25/10: A 34-year old St. Johns County man was arrested in connection with an armed robbery of a liquor store (Publix Liquors, Tuscan Way) near Mill Creek late last week.Read More...

10/22/10: A male suspect is being sought in connection with an armed robbery of a liquor store (Publix Liquors, Tuscan Way) near Mill Creek late Thursday afternoon.Read More...

10/18/10: Remains located in a heavily wooded area off S.R. 207, near Lightsey Rd., Thursday morning have been positively identified through the District Medical Examiner's Office.Read More...

10/16/10: A 26-year old transient who has been sought for three months in connection with the disappearance of a 45-year old South Ponte Vedra Beach woman is back in St. Johns County today.Read More...

10/05/10: A male suspect is being sought in connection with a strong armed robbery that occurred at a S.R. 16/I-95 motel (Best Western) room Saturday afternoon.Read More...

10/14/10: Human Remains Found. Read More...

10/13/10: A 26-year old transient who has been sought for over two months in connection with the disappearance of a 45-year old South Ponte Vedra Beach woman is in custody in Washington State tonight.Read More...

10/11/10: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a missing 3 year-old male child, around 4:30 Sunday afternoon.Read More...

10/05/10: A 51-year old South Carolina man, arrested a month ago on seven counts of sexual battery on a child in St. Johns County, faces additional charges in South Carolina.Read More...

10/05/10: This year the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office A.C.E. Program is sponsoring the haunted house again this Halloween season.Read More...

10/04/10: Two men have been identified and are in custody on other charges and have been named in connection with a strong armed robbery of an 86-year old woman last week.Read More...

10/01/10: Notification of Sexual Predator In accordance with Florida State Statute 775.21, this news release will serve as public notification that the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office has been given information that a person judged to be a sexual predator is residing within St. Johns County.Read More...

10/01/10: An elderly St. Johns County couple were found deceased at their residence in the Southwood at Belle Haven subdivision, south of St. Augustine Shores Thursday evening. Read More...

09/30/10: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit are seeking two male subjects in connection with a strong armed robbery Wednesday afternoon. Read More...

09/27/10: SJSO's Horror Zone is back! Click below for all the details!

Horror Zone The Horror Zone Haunted House was established by the SJSO in 2001 to be a fundraiser for juvenile intervention and activity based programs, as well as, a fun and safe place for families to visit leading up to Halloween. Over the past nine years, the Horror Zone has evolved into an event... requested by citizens and visitors alike. Please visit our informational website for dates and location for the 2010 event.

09/19/10: Investigators with The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Section are investigating the suspicious death of a male subject (transient) who was located behind a gas station in the 2600 block of S.R. 207, Sunday afternoon. Read More...

09/15/10: An elderly couple were found deceased at their residence in Coquina Crossing early Tuesday evening. Read More...

09/09/10: A 36-year old St. Johns County woman was arrested on drug charges relating to operating a meth lab on Barcelona Ave. Wednesday afternoon. Read More...

09/08/10: Investigators with The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Section have arrested two individuals in connection with an early morning drive-by shooting and a third on unrelated charges following an incident on Isabella Avenue, in Southern St. Johns County. Read More...

09/08/10: Queen Rd. Shooting update. Read More...

09/07/10: Two men are dead today following an incident that occurred at a residence in the 200 block of Queen Rd. Read More...

09/03/10: Investigators with The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Special Victim's Section have arrested a 56 year-old South Carolina man on 7 counts of Sexual Battery on a Child. Read More...

09/02/10: A 14-year old St. Johns County female was arrested Wednesday afternoon in connection with making a false bomb threat at her high school the day before. Read More...

08/27/10: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit are continuing the investigation into the death of a 48-year old St. Johns County woman (Jan Dunn Keller) earlier this week. Read More...

08/26/10: A 51-year old St. Johns County man was arrested this (Wednesday) afternoon on first degree premeditated murder charges after he was released from the hospital. Read More...

08/24/10: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Unit are investigating the circumstances surrounding the disappearance of a 48-year old St. Johns County woman Monday afternoon. Read More...

08/20/10: Investigators with The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Robbery/Homicide Section are investigating an Aggravated Battery (by firearm) in the Julington Creek area of St. Johns County. Read More...

08/18/10: Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 52-year old Duval County man early this morning. Read More...

08/17/10: Investigators with The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office are seeking the whereabouts of a 35 year-old St. Johns County resident, who was last seen at her residence on July 31st. Read More...

07/21/10: COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION SEXUAL PREDATOR Read More...

08/11/10: The Sheriff's Office has received information of a possible phishing scam occurring in our county. Read More...

08/10/10: Notification of Sexual Predators Read More...

07/21/10 Roberts spotted. Roberts entered a Wal-Mart in Ontario, Oregon. There he purchased a tent, a vintage styled black t-shirt and tan cargo shorts. Read More...

07/20/10: Second Dog Found. Investigators with The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office have been notified that the second missing dog (Bichon Frise) belonging to Brittany Jeniveve Tavar, has been located. Read More...

roberts 07/19/10: Wanted for questioning. 26-year old transient is being sought nationwide as a person of interest in connection with the disappearance of a 45- year old St. Johns County woman. Read More...
tavar 07/18/10: Missing Person. Detectives with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office are seeking a missing St. Johns County woman. Read More...

07/07/10: SJSO wins Camaro. The St. Johns Sheriff's Office Traffic Unit traveled to Orlando last Friday to attend the Florida Law Enforcement Challenge Awards Ceremony, and returned home as winners of a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro Police Cruiser. Read More...

07/07/10: A 22-year old St. Johns County man was arrested on aggravated battery charges. Read More...

06/30/10: Three subjects are in custody in connection with the murder of a 45- year old Duval County man. Read More...

06/25/10: Each year the issue of illegal fireworks brings a deluge of telephone calls. Read More...

06/16/10: It only takes a few short minutes before a child can become dangerously overheated. Read More...

06/03/10: A 47-year old man was arrested on a charge of sexual battery early this (Thursday) morning. Read More...

05/20/10: The SJSO has arrested a man on charges stemming from a traffic crash on March 20th... Read More...

05/20/10: Operation Medicine Cabinet... Read More...

05/12/10: Ervin Cherry indicted in the 1994 murder of Katherine Walker... Read More...

05/05/10: Two suspects are being sought for entering a home early this (Friday) morning and firing a shotgun.... Read More...

05/05/10: Detectives are seeking a suspect or suspects in connection with the slashing of numerous tires... Read More...

05/05/10: Docks need addresses too. Emergency responders arrive by boat... Read More...

04/28/10: Body Found in St. Johns County Identified as Vincent Binder. Read More...

04/28/10: Detectives are continuing to investigate the death of a 45-year old Duval County man. Read More...

04/16/10: A 37-year old woman is in custody on charges of aggravated assault. Read More...

04/16/10: A 40-year old man was arrested on a charge of capital sexual battery. Read More...

04/16/10: Two men are in custody in connection with several car burglaries. Read More...

04/16/10: Man being sought in connection with at least two burglaries Read More...

04/16/10: Jail log temporarily suspended. Read More...

04/15/10: 39-year old Arrested on charges of sexual assault. Read More...

04/06/10: Alcohol Compliance Detail.More Here >>

04/06/10: ShAdCo Update.More Here >>

03/22/10: Burglary Arrest.More Here >>

03/19/10: DUI Saturation Patol.More Here >>

03/16/10: Staples Robbery.More Here >>

03/05/10: Alcohol Compliance detail. More Here

03/03/10: Arson Arrest.  More Here >>

03/05/10: Heritage Landing Car Burglaries.  More Here >>

02/17/10: Party's Over Campaign..   More Here >>

02/07/10: Department of Transportation bans texting for commercial drivers.   More Here >>

04/23/09: Scamming schemes are becoming more prevalent.   More Here >>

03/30/09: Parents, check your medicine cabinet.  You may not be the only one taking your prescription drugs.  More Here >>

02/01/09: Recognizing and Avoiding Aggressive Drivers. More Here.

12/20/08: As a motorist, do you know that bicycle riders have as much right to ride on the roadway as we do? More Here.

11/13/08: Child ID Safety Package More Here

06/10/08: Summer time can be the season of violent thunderstorms. Are you familiar with the NOAA Weather Radio Warning System? More Here.

06/09/08: Summer is the time for trips and vacations. Take advantage of our Routine Patrol Program. More Here.

06/09/08: Be safe on the beach this summer! More Here

05/15/08: 2008 Click It or Ticket Campaign, now thru June 1.  More Here

05/01/08: Beach Gates Locked from 7:30 PM to 8 AM effective May 1. More Here.

04/23/08: SJSO PAL will be offering Junior Development Football for fall 2008 season. More Here.

04/01/08: New FDLE Florida Offender Alert System. More Here.

03/28/08: Get the Latest DUI Checkpoint Results. More Here.

03/28/08: Opportunity Continues to Knock on Unlocked Vehicle Doors! More Here.

03/17/08: Interested in a Ride Along? You’ll need to read and submit the Release and Waiver Form.

03/02/08: E-mail scam – The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office is warning people about an e-mail scam that preys on fears while being used to get personal information. More Here.

01/08/08 : Change in Corrections Visitation Procedure. More Here.

12|17|07: Holiday Safety - The Christmas Tree. Click here to learn more.

12|17|07: Don't let thieves ruin your holiday. Read more here.

11|26|07: Results of a recent DUI/Safety Checkpoint Campaign. Available here.

11|9|07: Opportunity continues to knock on unlocked vehicle doors. More here.

10|25|07: STOP Street Racing - SPEED KILLS! Click to learn more.

9|26|07: Adolescent Character Enrichment [ACE]. Helping youths get on track. Learn more here.

9|14|07: BUCKLE UP. Car crashes are the #1 Killer of Teens. More here.

9|14|07: Be safe while traveling Florida's roadways. Learn more here.

8|30|07: Authorities warn of scams operating in Florida. More here.

Summer 07: New Beach Driving Rules. The St. Johns County Commission passed a revised and modified Beach Ordinance on Tuesday, March 27, 2007. Click here to read more.

8|2|07: Reporting Internet Crime. New tools to fight back against Cybercrime.

8|1|07: Prominent display of home & business addresses makes sense. Click here to find out why.

7|31|07: New link accessible in Emergency Preparedness: FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED. Read more here.

6|27|07: Driver's report of a traffic crash. Learn more about it.

6|26|07: Summer is the time for trips and vacations. Take advantage of our Routine Patrol Program. Click here to learn more.

6|26|07: Have you ICED your cell phone? More details here.

6|5|07: Be safe on the beach this summer! Click here to learn how.

5|30|07: Get the 5-1-1 on traffic related problems. The Florida Department of Transportation has a new number to call to learn about traffic problems or you may log-on before leaving the house. More info here.

4|17|07: Lessons to be learned from recent vehicle burglaries. Click to learn.

4|10|07: Operation of ATVs: Do you know where you can LEGALLY drive an ATV? New regulation details and read the St. Johns Co. Ordinance here.

4|9|07: Aggressive Driving. What is it and how can you avoid it? More here.

1|31|07: Involved in a crash? Move it off the roadway. More here.

1|23|07: Recently acquire a new cell phone? Did your child get the old one to play with? Read more here.

1|17|07: Offender Watch: New program to help you track Sexual Offenders. Click here to learn more.

1|3|07: Driving History Check: Are you the parent or guardian of a minor driver? Click for more information.

1|3|07: Operation of ATVs: Do you know where you can LEGALLY drive an ATV? Click here for new regulation details. Read St. Johns Co. Ordinance here.

12|7|06: VoIP and 9-1-1: Thinking of using your PC’s high-speed Internet connection for making and receiving calls? Not all VoIP systems are created equal when it comes to calling 9-1-1. Details here.

11|27|06: Emergency Enrollment: The DHS and DMV along with the SJSO urge you to make your emergency contact information available to law enforcement in the event you are involved in a crash or emergency situation. Click here to learn more.

11|21|06: STOPPED: The SJSO announces the start of this important new initiative to keep parents informed on how their young drivers are doing on the roads. Click here to learn more.

10|19|06: New Bicycle Passing Law: Sharing the road with cyclists just became even more important. Click here to learn more.

10|19|06: Traffic Enforcement Agreement: Did you know SJSO isn’t allowed to enforce civil traffic infractions that occur on your streets unless invited to do so? More details available here.

5|1|06: Teen Drivers! Learning to drive safely is one of the most important skills one can acquire. That's why SJSO has combined efforts with the St. Johns County School District to help the youth of our community practice and learn skills not commonly found in basic training courses. Click here to learn more.