Detailed Report: Cochise County Sheriff feels “unsettled” by suggested agreement to terminate jail district tax during lawsuit
Kochise County Voters Approve Sales Tax for New Prison Kochise County, Arizona – Voters have backed a sales tax to help finance a new prison, following a proposed settlement to settle a lawsuit. On Friday, the County Board of Supervisors announced they reached an agreement to resolve a lawsuit from local residents who challenged the […]
Yavapai County Sheriff Alerts Community About Registered Sex Offender Living in Mayer
The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office is required to share the following information as mandated by ARS 13-3825 concerning the Sex Offenders Act. The details pertain to offenders residing in a non-consolidated area of Yavapai County. It’s the responsibility of the local law enforcement to inform the community about certain offenders, particularly if they are released […]
Former Madison County Sheriff Joe W. Patterson honored for a lifetime of dedication and honesty
Madison County Mourns the Passing of Retired Sheriff Joe Wheeler Patterson The Madison County community is reflecting on the life of retired Sheriff Joe Wheeler Patterson, who has left behind a remarkable legacy. A decorated military veteran and dedicated law enforcement official, Sheriff Patterson passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, at the age of […]
Community Leaders in Shock After Charges Filed Against Local 72-Year-Old Sheriff
Swain County Sheriff Arrested on Multiple Charges On Friday, law enforcement took a 72-year-old sheriff from Western North Carolina into custody on various charges, including sexual battery and corruption, immediately suspending him from his position. Curtis Cochran, who served as the Swain County Sheriff, faced criminal allegations following an investigation led by Kirkland, the deputy […]
Walker County Sheriff charged and taken into custody for employing unlicensed deputies
Walker County Sheriff Arrested on Misdemeanor Charges Walker County Sheriff Nick Smith was taken into custody on Monday following a judge’s ruling that he had committed six misdemeanors. These charges are related to the hiring of a deputy who lacks the necessary certification to function in law enforcement. Additionally, Deputy Director Ralph Williams was arrested […]
Sheriff Nanos withdraws from the new Arizona border task force
Border Task Force Update Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos has stated he is not participating in the new state task force for border security recently introduced by Governor Katie Hobbs. Along with Santa Cruz County Sheriff David Hathaway, he has expressed concerns about the overlap between this task force and existing federal responsibilities regarding security […]
Yuma County sheriff steps up patrols at Martinez Lake for Memorial Day weekend
Yuma, Arizona (azfamily) – Memorial Day weekend is one of the busiest times in Lake Martinez, a popular location along the lower Colorado River. Hundreds of residents and visitors flock to the area for fun as well. The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office is increasing its patrols to ensure water safety. Deputy Gyro Cardenas is on […]
Yavapai County Sheriff disagrees with Gov. Hobbs’ veto | State
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Civil rights attorney to sue Knox County sheriff, UT Medical over deaths of Black men
Civil rights lawyer Ben Crump, who raised FIST, stands with the families of counsel Troy Jones and David Butts and Davon Saint-Germain on the far right. (Photo: Angela Dennis) Civil rights attorney Ben Crump visited Knoxville Wednesday to discuss the lawsuit against Knox County and the University of Tennessee Medical Center over the deaths of […]
Palmdale lieutenant to challenge Sheriff Robert Luna in 2026 primary
A Palmdale Station aide this week announced that he will challenge Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna in the first round of elections and become the first opposition candidate in a race that has been more than a year away. At the campaign kickoff event in Santa Clarita on Wednesday, Oscar Martinez Inter-S promised to […]
