Fast Start: New K-9 Atlas Takes Down Meth Suspect in First Patrol Stop

Walton County’s newest K-9, Atlas, made his first arrest after detecting nearly 10 grams of meth during a DeFuniak Springs traffic stop.
Crestview Shooting Investigation Uncovers Illegal Weapons Cache Inside Apartment

A Crestview disturbance led to a shooting injury and the discovery of seven firearms, resulting in charges against a convicted felon.
Violent Night of Gunfire Leaves Shalimar Man Wounded as Deputies Launch Urgent Manhunt

A Shalimar man was hospitalized after a Thursday night shooting as OCSO investigates a stolen suspect vehicle and a possible second shooting connection.
Disturbing Arrest: Fort Walton Beach Man Accused of Lewd Act

A Fort Walton Beach man was arrested after deputies say he committed a lewd act in front of juvenile girls near David Street.
Routine Stop Turns Serious as Deputies Seize Cocaine and Firearm

A Santa Rosa Beach man was arrested after a traffic stop led to the discovery of cocaine, cash, and a firearm late Monday night.
Unexpected K-9 Alert Leads to Shocking Trafficking Arrest

A traffic stop along Beal Parkway led to the arrest of a Navarre woman after deputies recovered nearly 40 grams of methamphetamine following a K-9 alert.
Rapid Police Action Ends Scary School Lockdown After Gunfire Report

Police arrested a suspect without incident after reports of gunfire near a Fort Walton Beach school prompted a rapid lockdown and response.
Quick Thinking Shields Family as Police Close In on Fleeing Suspect

A coordinated police response led to the arrest of a suspect after an attempted carjacking, a stolen vehicle pursuit, and burglary of an occupied home.
Cold Case Resolution After 53 Years: Debra Espey

Nearly 53 years later, Debra Espey’s 1973 death case is closed after the suspect, Dennis Murphy died. Family expresses relief and closure.
Blueprint for the Nation: Florida’s Immigration Operation Breaks Records

Florida’s Operation Tidal Wave surpasses 10,000 arrests, marking a historic milestone in state-federal immigration enforcement.