Man Found Guilty of Sexual Crimes Against Children

On September 14, 2023, Detectives with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office received an update that 53-year-old, Christopher McHoward was found guilty by a jury on 12 cases, all sexual in nature.  The charges included sexual abuse 1st degree, sodomy 1st degree...

Two Deputies Injured During Arrest

At approximately, 7:30 AM on Saturday, September 16th, Jefferson County Sheriff’s deputies responded to Old Springville Road near Eagle Drive on reports of a person who was throwing objects at vehicles. A deputy responding to the scene encountered a male...

One Dead in Head on Collision

At approximately 10:45 AM today, Jefferson County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to reports of a head on collision that occurred on Taylor’s Ferry Road, near Cross Creek Way.  A Chevrolet Trail Blazer and a GMC Sierra reportedly collided in the east bound lane of...

One Deceased After Shooting in Western Jefferson County

At approximately 6:45 AM, deputies with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the 6600 block of Newbridge Cove in unincorporated Western Jefferson County on reports of a burglary in progress.  Upon arrival, deputies encountered a male subject...