Recent News
Today the badge feels heavier.
Sheriff Courson and the entire staff of the Echols County Sheriff’s Office is mourning alongside our neighboring department after the loss of one of their officers. Different patches, same calling and the risk is one every family who loves someone in this profession quietly lives with.
Behind every end of watch is a chair that won’t be filled, a voice that won’t come through the door, and a family whose world changed forever.
Please keep his loved ones and the Hahira Police Department in your prayers today.
We will carry his memory with us on every call we answer.
Rest easy, Officer. We’ve got it from here. 🖤💙
Breaking news 🚨
The Grinch has been spotted at the Echols County Sheriff’s Office…
Turns out it’s just K9 Nos in full Grinch mode 💚🐾🎄
Don’t worry, even when he’s feeling a little grinchy, Nos is still on duty keeping Echols County safe.
💙 SHOP WITH THE SHERIFF – THANK YOU! 💙
The Echols County Sheriff’s Office is incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support that made this year’s Shop with the Sheriff a huge success. Because of our generous community, local children were able to enjoy a special day filled with smiles, laughter, and the joy of the holiday season.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated, contributed, and supported this event. Your kindness and generosity truly made a difference in the lives of these children and their families.
A special thank you to Target for welcoming us into your store and helping make this event run so smoothly. Your continued support of our community does not go unnoticed.
Events like this remind us that when our community comes together, incredible things happen. From Sheriff Courson and the staff at Echols County Sheriff’s Office — thank you for helping us spread holiday cheer and make lasting memories. 🎄✨
🚨 FOURTH ARREST MADE IN HOME INVASION / ARMED ROBBERY / KIDNAPPING CASE 🚨
Sheriff Courson reports that the Echols County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), continues to investigate the violent home invasion, armed robbery, and kidnapping that occurred on July 7, 2025, at a migrant housing camp located off Highway 129 South.
A total of four arrests have now been made in connection with this incident:
• Jeremiah Gilbert
• Quinterius Neloms
• Cameron Williams
• Dexter Reynolds, 22, of Valdosta – the most recent arrest
Reynolds was taken into custody November 19th, 2025 at his place of business located in the 2500 block of North Ashley Street in Valdosta. He has been charged with:
• 6 counts of Felony Armed Robbery
• 9 counts of Felony Aggravated Assault
• 8 counts of Felony Kidnapping
• 1 count of 1st Degree Felony Home Invasion
• 1 count of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
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This case remains active and ongoing, and additional arrests are possible.
Sheriff Courson extends his appreciation to the deputies and investigators of the Echols County Sheriff’s Office, the GBI, and all partnering agencies for their continued hard work and dedication throughout this complex investigation.
🎄✨ Shop with the Sheriff 2025 — Bringing Christmas Magic to Local Kids! ✨🎄
The Echols County Sheriff’s Office is excited to announce our annual Shop with the Sheriff event will be held on Friday, December 12th, 2025 at Target!
Each year, our deputies team up with local children for a special Christmas shopping trip — a day filled with joy, laughter, and the true spirit of giving. With your help, we can make sure every child in Echols County experiences the magic of Christmas morning.
Your donations help provide:
🎁 Christmas gifts for children and families in need
🍽️ A warm meal and fun activities during the event
💛 Memories that remind our kids their community cares about them
No contribution is too small — every dollar helps us make a difference! Together, we can bring holiday cheer, hope, and smiles to the faces of children right here in our hometown.
👉 Scan the QR code on the flyer, donate online through Givebutter, or drop off donations in person at the Echols County Sheriff’s Office.
givebutter.com/FHXTEC
Let’s make Shop with the Sheriff 2025 our best year yet! ❤️
#EcholsCountySheriff #ShopWithTheSheriff #CommunityFirst #ChristmasSpirit #GivingBack
🚨 BOLO: HIT-AND-RUN VEHICLE 🚨
Statenville, GA
The Echols County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s assistance in identifying the vehicle pictured below.
On November 6, 2025, at approximately 11:12am a hit and run occurred at the intersection of Highway 129 North and Highway 94 East in Statenville. The suspect vehicle is a silver Ford pickup truck pulling a white horse trailer.
The driver struck another vehicle at the red light and left the scene.
If you recognize this truck or trailer, or have any information, please contact the Echols County Sheriff’s Office at:
📞 229-559-5603
All tips can remain anonymous.
