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WANTED WEDNESDAY: Do You Recognize This Tobacco Thief?
On Sunday, May 3, our thief visited a gas station on Normandy Boulevard. After an employee left the storage room door open, our thief walked in and stole more than $200 worth of cigarettes.
Stealing isnât Kool and we need your help finding this Marlboro Man before any more cigarettes go missing. Hopefully, a trip to the Duval County jail can help curb both of these bad habits.
If you recognize our thief, call us at 904.630.0500. Want to stay anonymous? Contact First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1.866.845.TIPS, and you could be eligible for a cash reward (we would not recommend using it on cigarettes).
Don't recognize him? You can still help by visiting our Unsolved Crimes page at the link in our bio. You never know who you might have seen.
We are honored to celebrate Veterans Day alongside the men and women who have served our country, as well as our great community.
Thanks @coj for another patriotic parade downtown and these great pictures.
Have an incredible and safe rest of your day, Duval.
ALT JSO Motor Unit in the 2026 Veterans Day parade
ALT Director Edwin Cayenne in the 2026 Veterans Day parade
ALT Director Alan Parker, Director Brian Kee and Buster during the 2026 Veterans Day parade
ALT JSO Officer with hand over heart during 2026 Veterans Day parade
This Veterans Day, weâre taking a moment to recognize the men and women who have answered the call to serve.
Weâre proud to have so many veterans as part of our JSO family. Their dedication and sacrifice make a difference in our agency and the community every day. To our veterans, both within JSO and throughout Jacksonville, we appreciate you, and are grateful for all you've done.
Your service has made a lasting impact, and today weâre proud to celebrate you.
9:51 p.m. update: Good news! Ryan has been found safe. Thank you to everyone who assisted in the search!
Missing Child: Help us bring 11-year-old Ryan White home safe.Â
Ryan was last seen on Tuesday evening around 6:15 p.m. on Wilson St. near Moncrief Rd. Due to his age, we want to make sure he is safe.Â
Ryan is 4â10â and 120 pounds. He has brown eyes and black dreadlocks. He was last seen wearing his school uniform, a dark blue polo and khaki pants.Â
Ryan is familiar with JTA transportation and has runaway previously.
If you see Ryan or know where he is, call us at 904.630.0500. Please share this post so we can spread the word faster!
ALT Missing persons poster for Ryan White. Description in caption. Posted on 11/10/2026.
Missing Child: Help us bring 11-year-old Ryan White home safe.Â
Ryan was last seen on Tuesday evening around 6:15 p.m. on Wilson St. near Moncrief Rd. Due to his age, we want to make sure he is safe.Â
Ryan is 4â10â and 120 pounds. He has brown eyes and black dreadlocks. He was last seen wearing his school uniform, a dark blue polo and khaki pants.Â
Ryan is familiar with JTA transportation and has runaway previously.
If you see Ryan or know where he is, call us at 904.630.0500. Please share this post so we can spread the word faster!
ALT Missing persons poster for Ryan White. Description in caption. Posted on 11/10/2026.
Dangerous drugs are off our streets after our Narcotics detectives and our District 2 Patrol officers shut down a drug operation in the Arlington area, leading to the arrest of 14 people.
In March of this year, our Street Level Narcotics detectives began their investigation into the drug activity near the Arlington Expressway. Our investigation revealed 40-year-old Somario Atkins as a primary supplier, operating out of an apartment complex in the area. As our detectives continued to investigate, they identified 13 other drug dealersâ operations tying back to Atkins.
On Wednesday, September 2, our Street Level Narcotics detectives conducted a deployment, leading to the arrests of Atkins, Maurice Nobles (50), and Christopher Harden (24). During that deployment, we seized:
-42 grams of Fentanyl (21K+ potentially lethal doses)
-50.3 grams of Crack Cocaine
-11 grams of MDMA
-4.3 grams of Powder Cocaine
-1.2 grams of Methamphetamine
-183.4 grams of Marijuana
Following that deployment, we arrested 9 others involved in Atkinsâ operation: Vernon Arnold (41), Darnell Bridges (40), Evabda Chaney (34), Kevin Collins (36), Freddie Goodwin (42), Darius Wimbley (35), Selena Collins (50), Derek Anderson (47), Rufus Wilcher (41), Aaron Lucas (44), and Ladarrisus Hart (30).
The investigation isnât over. If you have details on drug activity in your community, we want to know about it. Report it directly to our Narcotics detectives by emailing NarcTips@jaxsheriff.org or you can call our non-emergency number (904.630.0500).
Undersheriff Mark Romano joined @foxandfriends this morning to discuss some of the ways we are using new technology to do what we do best: Fight crime.
We are always continuing to build on how we respond to crime and protect our community. Our city has reached its lowest crime rate in 30 years, and weâre focused on keeping that momentum going. From expanding our Real-Time Crime Center to investing into our Drone as First Responder program, we have big plans for keeping Jacksonville safe.
Thank you to Brian Kilmeade and the entire Fox & Friends team for giving us the opportunity to share with the entire nation whatâs happening here in our city.
When our officers responded to a reported burglary in progress in Jacksonvilleâs Springfield neighborhood, our Drone as First Responder launched into action right alongside the officers. The cutting-edge tech quickly located 44-year-old Curtis Parker on a roof.
Officers quickly came up with a plan, setting up a perimeter around the building while trying to get Parker to come down. When he refused, officers deployed PepperBall launcher engagement, a non-lethal tool new to our agency, to get him into custody.
Officers arrested Parker for Resisting Without Violence.
When we pair the latest technology with our officers, we get results and keep your family safe.
SCAM FREE SATURDAY: Scammers are getting scummier, and we're here with a reminder: When something doesnât feel right, it probably isnât.
David Albert, who works on our HR team at JSO, has had scammers try to dupe him, but he hasn't fallen for it.
He has been adamant about helping educate others to stay away from these cyber criminals.
These scammers have plenty of tricks up their sleeves, but that doesnât mean you have to fall for them. If something doesnât feel right or has you reaching for your wallet a little too quickly, it is okay to slow down.
Donât let anyone pressure you into a quick decision and remember, we will never call you and demand money. If youâre the victim of a scam, call us at 904.630.0500 to report it.
The Department of Justice presented the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office with a check for more than $73 million this morning, after Jacksonville was named one of just four recipients of the Model Cities Initiative.
This generational investment into public safety highlights the work already being done by our officers every day. We shed our nickname of 'Murder Capital of Florida', and every day, we work to make this city safer for you and your loved ones.
This $73 million investment over the next three years will go towards expanding programs we've seen success in, like our Drone as First Responder and Real Time Crime Center, adding more officers to our streets and developing new ways to serve our residents.
Weâre grateful for this opportunity from the Department of Justice to continue the work weâre doing, and we'll be showing you the return on investment directly.
Jacksonville will share in nearly $300 million in federal funding to strengthen public safety across our city. Itâs a generational investment, and itâs an investment we know will impact your family for years to come.
Our Director of Investigations and Homeland Security Edwin Cayenne spoke more about the initiative and what it can do for our city during yesterdayâs First Coast Connect. We proved to the Department of Justice our city is a model for crime fighting and public safety. The Model Cities Initiative is a wholistic approach to reducing violence in our neighborhoods.
Today, at 11:30 a.m., Sheriff T.K. Waters, U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche, and partners at the federal, state, and local levels will come together to discuss the Model Cities Initiative. Weâll live stream the event on our Facebook (link in bio).
Weâre grateful for this opportunity from the Department of Justice to continue the work weâre doing in making Jacksonville a safe place for you and your family.
Four sex offenders spent Halloween night behind bars after our detectives caught them violating the terms of their release.
Our entire Offender Tracking detectives, plus more than 50 officers from across the city, checked on more than 1,000 registered sex offenders and predators Halloween night. Out of the 373 predators and 861 offenders we visited, the overwhelming majority followed the rules of no candy and no decorations.
Four sex offenders violated those rules, and our team didn't hesitate to arrest them for Violation of Municipal Ordinance:
-Jared Mack, 43
-Dennis Brown, 63
-Harry Wendal, 62
-James Crew, 59
Why do we do it? We're protecting your kids. Decorations entice young kids to knock on the door, and we won't let that happen.
And while Halloween has come and gone, our work hasn't stopped. Our spot checks generated 11 follow-up investigations for our Offender Tracking detectives to work on.
WANTED WEDNESDAY: Do You Recognize These Burglary Suspects?
On October 18, two suspects pulled up to a business on Old St. Augustine Road. The suspects made their way to the front of the store where one of them used a window breaker and broke the glass on the front door. He reached through the burglar bars and attempted to unlock the door. Both suspects then pulled on the door and tried to break the bars. They couldnât get it in and left.
About an hour later, the same two suspects came back and broke the window above the front door. As they were boosting each other up to climb though, they took off again.
Two days later, the suspects went to the store during business hours. Recognizing them from surveillance video, the store owner asked them to leave. They were gone before officers arrived.
If you recognize these suspects, call us at 904.630.0500. Want to stay anonymous? Contact First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1.866.845.TIPS, and you could be eligible for a cash reward.
Donât recognize them? You can still help by visiting our Unsolved Crimes page through the link in our bio. You never know who you might recognize.
Officer Friendly, reporting for duty!
Officer Jen Robinson with our Community Engagement Unit served as Officer Friendly for a group of preschoolers, showing off all the tools our officers use every day and reminding them of some important safety lessons.
Our Officer Friendly program is our chance to connect directly with our youngest community members. From 'stranger danger' lessons to what to do in case of an emergency, our officers love spending time with the littles during an Officer Friendly trip.
Thank you to Nova Child Learning Academy for inviting Officer Friendly on campus! If you're interested in bringing Officer Friendly to your campus, we have more details about the program on our website (link in bio).
Shorter days means darker streets. Stay safe!
Daylight saving time has come to an end, meaning it's going to get darker much earlier in the day and we want to protect you and your loved ones.
Detective Morgan Smith shares important reminders for pedestrians:
đˇIf a crosswalk is available, use it. Only cross when the light tells you to go.
đˇWear bright-colored clothing or reflective gear to help drivers see you, especially at night.
đˇPut your phone away and stay focused on your surroundings, even when crossing in a crosswalk.
đˇWhenever possible, make eye contact with drivers to help them see you before stepping into the roadway.
So far this year, 32 pedestrians have lost their lives on Jacksonvilleâs roadways. As we approach the holidays, that's 32 families who will have an empty seat at their Thanksgiving dinner because of a preventable tragedy.
Drivers, do your part by staying alert and aware of whatâs in front of you, especially in crosswalks or low visibility areas. Slow down and drive sober.
Good news! We have found Ms. Watson, and she is safe. Thank you to everyone who helped with our search.
Missing Adult: Help us bring 28-year-old Elisha Watson home safe.
Ms. Watson was last seen on Dunns Lake Drive near Pulaski Road early Monday morning around 5:20 a.m. Weâre told Ms. Watson suffers from a Traumatic Brain injury. At this time, we believe she may be in danger due to her condition, and weâre asking for your help as we continue to search for her to bring her home safely.
Ms. Watson is 5â10â and 200 pounds. She has brown eyes and black hair. She was last seen wearing a dark gray jacket, dark blue and light blue striped leggings, and black flats. You can see a photo of her outfit above.
If you see Ms. Watson or know where she is, call us at 904.630.0500. Please share this post so we can spread the word faster!
Missing Adult: Help us bring 28-year-old Elisha Watson home safe.
Ms. Watson was last seen on Dunns Lake Drive near Pulaski Road early Monday morning around 5:20 a.m. Weâre told Ms. Watson suffers from a Traumatic Brain injury. At this time, we believe she may be in danger due to her condition, and weâre asking for your help as we continue to search for her to bring her home safely.
Ms. Watson is 5â10â and 200 pounds. She has brown eyes and black hair. She was last seen wearing a dark gray jacket, dark blue and light blue striped leggings, and black flats. You can see a photo of her outfit above.
If you see Ms. Watson or know where she is, call us at 904.630.0500. Please share this post so we can spread the word faster!
We are on scene of an officer-involved-shooting on Broxton Bay Drive. We will share more details about the incident when we are able.
Sheriff T.K. Waters and Undersheriff Mark Romano shared details about an officer-involved-shooting that happened on Broxton Bay Drive on the Northside on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
Around 6:00 p.m., District 6 Patrol officers responded to an apartment complex after reports someone was shooting a gun in the complex. When officers arrived, they spoke to a woman who reported hearing the gunshots. While the officers spoke to this woman, six gunshots went off. Officers went to figure out where the shots were coming from.
The suspect came out from a dark area near the officers. The officers asked him if he had been shooting, and the suspect did not respond. The officers told the suspect to stop and show his hands, but the suspect did not comply. The suspect walked up the apartment complex stairs to the second story; the officers followed him and continued to tell him to stop and show his hands.
Once the suspect reached the second story, he pulled a gun from his right pocket. Officers told him to put the gun down, but the suspect did not listen. The suspect began to turn toward the officers, and two officers fired shots.
The suspect was taken into custody and received medical aid before JFRD transported him to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. No officers were hurt in the incident.
We are not releasing the suspectâs name at this time as we have not confirmed his identity. Due to Marsy's Law, we are unable to share the names of the officers at this time.
This is the 16th officer-involved-shooting for the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office this year. The State Attorney's Office is on scene conducting an independent investigation. Once that investigation is completed, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office will conduct its own investigation into the use of force.
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