2 Shot in Fairfield

Shortly before noon on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office received multiple calls regarding shots fired in the 400 block of 57th Street in Fairfield. Callers also advised that there were 2 male victims that had been struck by...

Male Struck and Killed While Reportedly Sitting in Roadway

At 3:12 AM on August 1, 2021, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the intersection of Queenstown Road and Alabama Boulevard on reports that a male was sitting in the middle of the roadway.  A few moments later, a second call was received from...

Retired Deputy Arrested

On June 30, 2021, we were made aware of allegations of Sexual Abuse against a former Jefferson County Deputy Sheriff.  After a thorough investigation, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Division presented evidence to the Jefferson County District...

Adger Man Arrested for Holding Victim Captive

On July 25, 2021 at approximately 2:35 PM, Jefferson County deputies were dispatched to the 5000 block of Mud Creek Road in Adger to investigate reports of a person being held against their will.  Upon arrival, deputies made contact with 37-year-old, Joseph Ryan...