Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office

10/24/2026

10/23/2026

OUTSTANDING WORK, DEPUTY TAYLOR!

We're proud to recognize Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office Deputy Isabella Taylor, whose proactive policing and sharp investigative instincts helped put an end to a string of burglaries targeting a Fort Walton Beach business!

After responding to repeated burglaries at a local gas station, Deputy Taylor didn't just take reports and move on. She recognized a pattern, followed investigative leads, and developed a plan to catch those responsible.

Her hard work paid off!
During the early morning hours of August 16th, Deputy Taylor positioned herself near the business and spotted two suspects leaving through a shattered glass door with bags of stolen merchandise.
She immediately sprang into action, pursuing and apprehending one suspect before securing the second with assistance from responding deputies.

But her work didn't stop there!
Deputy Taylor's attention to detail helped connect the suspects to previous burglaries through shoeprint evidence and additional investigative leads. Her efforts contributed to the recovery of more than $1,400 in stolen merchandise, the arrest of two suspects, and further developments in the investigation.
For her exceptional initiative, dedication, and commitment to protecting our community, Deputy Taylor was awarded a Certificate of Commendation.

This is what going above and beyond looks like!

Great job, Deputy Taylor!

We're proud to have you on !

10/23/2026

This morning our own Stephen Baldwin travelled to Pensacola and visited the Ronald McDonald House Northwest Florida.

While there he gave our Pop Tab Donation to Volunteer Coordinator Megan Etheredge.

Our donation came to 5.4 pounds or 6,652 Pop Tabs.

Special Thanks for Playground Area Wives Club and OCSO Civil Processing for their Pop Tab donation.

The Ronald McDonald House says “Small acts can make a big difference for families. Through our Pop Tab Program, aluminum tabs from soda, soup, and other cans are collected and recycled, turning something as simple as a pop tab into support for Ronald McDonald House Northwest Florida.
Each year, these donations generate approximately $5,000 to help cover essential operating expenses, such as utilities, allowing us to continue providing support to 1,000 families annually. Collect your tabs, bring them to the Ronald McDonald House, and help turn everyday items into a lasting impact for families seeking pediatric care!”.

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10/23/2026

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10/23/2026

A great big welcome to the newest members of — Deputies Tommy Thillet and Clifford Rosebohm, Chaplain Eric Coley, and Communications Officer Taylor Briggs! 🎉

Both deputies bring previous law enforcement experience, and we’re excited to have them continue their careers serving the people of Okaloosa County.

Their families had the honor of pinning on their badges, making an already special day even sweeter. Sharing this milestone with the loved ones who have supported them along the way made it a moment to remember.

We’re also happy to welcome Chaplain Coley and Communications Officer Briggs, who will each play an important role in supporting our agency and community.

Congratulations to all four, and welcome to the OCSO family! ⭐

10/22/2026

Our spooky booth is proving to be quite the draw for little Halloween creatures of all sorts at the Boo Bash at North Okaloosa Medical Center in Crestview! 🎃👻🎃

10/22/2026

Today, we had a special visitor at Headquarters! Davide, yes that is the correct spelling, a fifth grader at Liza Jackson Preparatory School, wanted to do something nice for our deputies to thank them for all they do to protect our community.

His idea? Bring in gelato and serve it up himself! 🍨G.S. Gelato

David set up his own little gelato station and welcomed our deputies with a cool treat and a big dose of kindness. And let’s just say, nobody was complaining about this kind of community project! 😄

Davide, thank you for thinking of our deputies and taking the time to show your appreciation!

You brought a lot of smiles to the office! We’re so glad you stopped by! 💚⭐⭐️⭐️

10/22/2026

Please join us in congratulating OCSO Risk Manager Doris James on 15 years of dedicated service to the Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office!

She plays a vital role in supporting our agency and helping ensure the safety and well-being of our employees. We're grateful for her knowledge, commitment, and years of service!

Congratulations! ⭐⭐⭐

10/22/2026

Another Major Milestone for Communications!

“We are honored to receive another Accreditation certification from FLA-TAC at the recent conference in Naples, FL. This certification is specific to our Communications/Dispatch Division for Law Enforcement, Fire, and EMS. It recognizes our compliance in using the best-known policies and practices throughout Florida in this specific field. Though many of the required standards overlap with our other Accreditation through the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA), this is a stand-alone separate recognition of excellence. We are proud of Inspector Lowrey and the assessors from FLA-TAC that worked diligently throughout this process. And we are so proud of Okaloosa’s Communications Division and their outstanding leadership and members.,” said Sheriff Aden.

"Congratulations to the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office Consolidated Communications team on another successful FLA-TAC reaccreditation!

This accomplishment reflects our team’s continued dedication to professionalism, accountability, and quality public safety communications. The accreditation process is rigorous, requiring a thorough review of our policies, procedures, and practices to ensure they meet established standards.

As a center, we remain committed to continuous growth, recognizing the great work of our team, and finding new ways to serve our community.

Every day, our communications professionals play a vital role in supporting first responders and serving the citizens and visitors of Okaloosa County, often during some of their most difficult moments. This achievement reflects the hard work, teamwork, and dedication of everyone who contributes to our mission.

We are proud of this accomplishment and grateful for the people who make it possible. We will continue to uphold the standards our community deserves.

Congratulations to the entire team on another successful reaccreditation!"
Audrey J. Adams, ENP
Communications Assistant Manager
Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office


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10/22/2026

Next two events on tap! We'll see you there!