Documents: Fired Deputy Who Shot and Killed Hurlburt Field Airman Disciplined in 2021, turned in resignation days before shooting.
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office has terminated Deputy Eddie Duran following an internal affairs investigation into the fatal shooting of Senior Airman Roger Fortson on May 3. The investigation concluded that Duran’s use of deadly force was not objectively reasonable, violating agency policy. Sheriff Eric Aden emphasized the incident should never have occurred and reaffirmed the office’s commitment to fairness, professionalism, and transparency.
Okaloosa Deputies Arrest Seven In Child Predator Sting Operation
Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office conducted an undercover operation called “Operation April’s Fools” in April, targeting adults who were trying to meet minors online for sexual encounters.
Developing: Incident Draw Okaloosa Sheriff’s Deputies to Houe on 47th and Fir
This is a developing story. Check back here for updates.
A Drug Task Force For Niceville? Not This Month.
Niceville Councilman Bill Schaetzle wants a drug task force to become a reality in Niceville. But that task force won’t become a reality – at least not yet.
Documents Lay Out Case Against Mother in 2002 Murder Investigation
Late last year, Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 37-year-old Mary Jean Liza for the death of her child in 2002.
Six Arrested in Sheriff Raid on Bluewater Bay Home
Deputies arrested five people at a home known for drug activity in the Bluewater Bay Area. Meth and Fentanyl were involved, according to the arrest reports.
National Organization Names Okaloosa Sheriff’s Deputy Officer of the Year
Another national organization has honored an Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputy for their service to the community.
Alleged Baseball Bat Attacker’s Trial to Start in November
Alleged Baseball Bat Attacker Christian Viljoen returned to court for a continuance today. Here’s the latest on the trial
Airline Subcontractor Arrested, Accused of Stealing Luggage at VPS
The Sheriff’s Office Airports Unit has arrested a 19-year-old airline subcontractor for grand theft after alleging he stole more than $16,000 worth of property while on the job at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport.
Okaloosa SO Trains for Active Shooter at NWFSC, Bluewater Elementary
Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputies will work with Northwest Florida State College to train for an active shooter on campus this week.
