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Most Wanted in Calhoun County | November 28, 2023

11 28 2023 Calhoun County Sheriff Most Wanted Cover

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]

November 21, 2023 Most Wanted in Calhoun County

Most wanted cover nov 21 2023

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Department Issues Alert on Rising Phone Scam Threats

Scam Alert

Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Department has issued a crucial alert to the community, highlighting a prevalent phone scam that has left many citizens falling victim to financial losses amounting to tens of thousands of dollars. The department is urging residents to stay vigilant and informed to avoid becoming targets of these deceptive […]

Murder Arrest Made in Oxford Fatal Fire

One Arrested and Charged with Two Counts of Murder and Arson in Oxford

Oxford, AL – In June of 2023 the Calhoun Journal reported on a fire in Oxford that claimed two lives. The cause of the fire was placed under investigation by the Oxford Fire Department and State and Alabama Fire Marshal’s Office. A separate criminal investigation was also opened by the Oxford Police Department. On November […]

Most Wanted in Calhoun County | November 14, 2023

Calhoun County Sheriff Most Wanted November 14, 2023

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]

Calhoun County Call for Service

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Calhoun County, AL – Whether it’s World War II, The Gulf War, the war in Afghanistan, or any other theater in the world, we should always be grateful for the brave men and women who have volunteered for the US Armed Services. Today, there are 16.2 million veterans throughout the United States (US Census) , […]

November 7, 2023 Most Wanted | Calhoun County

November 7, 2023 Most Wanted cover

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]

Two Juveniles Injured During Friday Afternoon Shooting in Anniston

Anniston Shooting Investigation

Anniston, AL – On Friday, November 3, 2023, at approximately 4:00 pm Anniston Police Officers were dispatched to the area of Leighton and East 22nd Street in response to possible gunshots. Upon arrival officers were able to locate two male juveniles that were suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers immediately started rendering aid to the victims […]

Most Wanted in Calhoun County | October 31, 2023

October 31, 2023 Calhoun County Sheriff Most Wanted Cover

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]

Calhoun County Man Shot and Killed | Investigation Ongoing

Wellington man shot and killed cover photo

Calhoun County, AL – On Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at approximately 10:40 am, the Calhoun County Sheriffs Office received a call about a possible shooting at the 4000 block of Old Sulphur Springs Road in Wellington. Upon arrival deputies located a male deceased from a gunshot wound to the chest. Investigators were able to learn […]