After an extensive investigation, detectives with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30 year old Desmond Clopton for promoting prison contraband. Clopton was a recent graduate of the sheriff’s academy and was working as a deputy in the Bessemer County Jail. It was discovered that Clopton had been bringing in contraband to inmates in the jail. His bond is set at $3,000. The case remains under investigation.
Two In Custody After Vehicle Pursuit
Around 12:30 PM on Friday, January 8, 2020, Jefferson County Sheriff's Deputies were alerted by flock...