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John Hawkins arrested on multiple charges in Bonifay arson
The Bureau of Fire, Arson & Explosives, along with Holmes County Sheriff’s Office, has made a second arrest in connection to a February 2023 arson case in Bonifay. The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office executed the arrest of John Hawkins, father of Washington County commissioner Tray Hawkins, Tuesday, July 2, on multiple charges, including organized scheme to defraud, two counts of fraud, principle to arson, and giving a false report to law enforcement.
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Desiree Fielding and Herschel Thomas for Methamphetamine on July 1, 2024
On July 1, 2024, investigators from the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office, along with the assistance of the Bonifay Police Department, successfully executed an undercover operation targeting methamphetamine trafficking in the area. The operation took place at an undisclosed location in Bonifay, where undercover investigators were positioned to intercept drug...
Hartford teen dead in ATV wreck
HOLMES COUNTY, Fla. (WTVY) - An ATV wreck in Holmes County claimed the life of a Hartford teen, Tuesday night. The 13-year-old was headed east on Ma Hodges Road attempting to turn right, around 7:30 p.m. According to Florida Highway Patrol, the vehicle ran off the roadway near Chestnut Road and hit a dirt embankment, flipping the ATV.
Suspicious vehicle leads to drug arrest
PONCE DE LEON, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A call of a suspicious vehicle in front of a convince store, has led to a drug arrest. Deputies with the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office say on Friday they responded to a call regarding a suspicious vehicle parked in front of the Big Boss store in Ponce de Leon.
Holmes County Sheriff’s Office searching for missing person
HOLMES COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating a missing person. According to authorities, Joshua Barnes was last seen on Monday, June 24 in Central Florida. Barnes does not currently live in our area, he does have concerned family here authorities said. We are sharing in […]
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