Chambers County Alabama Sheriff's Office

10/08/2026

Today, Derick Wright was promoted to the rank of Major. Major Wright serves as Patrol Commander. Shown with Major Wright (middle) is Sheriff Nelson and Chief Deputy Parrish. Congratulations Major!

10/05/2026

On Friday, October 2nd, at 1:48 p.m., Chambers County deputies were dispatched to the 1000 block of County Road 26 in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival, deputies found a male suffering from a gunshot wound and unresponsive. He was transported to East Alabama Medical Center where he was pronounced dead. The deceased was identified as Douglas Quentez Griffin, 35 of Opelika. A short time later, deputies took the suspect into custody nearby. Investigators arrested Queston Vantavis Perry, 40 of Opelika and charged him with Murder. Perry is being held at Chambers County Detention Facility with no bond. This case remains under investigation by Chambers County Sheriff's Office and the Fifth Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office.

10/01/2026

09/26/2026

Valley high school football team will remain undefeated after winning tonight against 5A Russell County by 1 point!!!
Way to go Valley!

08/25/2026

🚨Please be mindful and alert… this is occurring in our county🚨

Deputies nor admin will ask for money for fines over the phone. We especially will not ask for it over Venmo, Cashapp or Bitcoin. Any fines you may actually owe will only be accepted at the County Clerk’s Office.

STAY ALERT

07/16/2026

Sierra Hadaway

07/16/2026

The investigation into the death of two year old Madilynn Hadaway that occurred on June 12, 2026 has resulted in the arrest of her mother. Sierra Shay Hadaway, 22 years old of Lanett, has been charged with Murder. Over the course of the investigation, investigators learned that the child's arms, legs and ankles were bound and she was placed face down on a bed for more than twelve hours. It is believed the child died from asphyxiation. A male suspect, identified as Christian Myles Sturkie, died from a self inflicted gunshot wound on June 14, 2026. Hadaway is currently being held at the Chambers County Detention Facility with no bond. This case remains under investigation by the Chambers County Sheriff's Office, the 5th Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office and the Alabama Department of Forensic Science.

07/02/2026

Chambers County Sheriff’s Office wishes everyone a safe and Happy 4th of July!
Our administrative offices will be CLOSED Friday, July 3rd. We will resume regular business hours Monday, July 6th.

06/24/2026

🍎📚 HELP US CLEAR THE LIST! 📚🍎

This Prime Day, the Chambers County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with our local schools to help support the incredible teachers who invest so much in our students every day.

Teachers, we want to help stock your classrooms with the supplies, resources, and tools you need for a successful school year!

🍎 If you’re a Chambers County teacher, drop your Amazon Classroom Wish List in the comments below.

💙 Community members, this is your chance to make a direct impact on local classrooms. Browse the wish lists and consider purchasing an item (or two!) to help our teachers and students start the year strong.

Together, we can make a big difference—one classroom at a time.