Chilton County Sheriff's Office

09/01/2026

IMPORTANT SAFETY UPDATE FOR CHILTON COUNTY FAMILIES & STUDENTS

The Chilton County Sheriffs Office is aware of the recent Cat in the Hat social media trend circulating on platforms such as TikTok ...

08/28/2026

The Chilton County Sheriff's Office is proud to serve the following schools by providing security through School Resource Officers (SROs):

- Isabella High School

- Verbena High School

- Verbena Elementary School-Annex

- Clanton Intermediate School

- Clanton Middle School

We take this responsibility seriously and want to ensure the safety of everyone who walks through the school doors. ✏️📚

08/24/2026

Distracted driving has become a major issue on our roadways. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 315,157 people were injured in 2024 due to distracted driving.

The Lutzie 43 Foundation, founded by Mike Lutzenkirchen, encourages every driver to take 43 Key Seconds to set yourself up for a safe trip — for you and for everyone else on the road.

✔️ Clear Head
✔️ Clear Hands
✔️ Clear Eyes
✔️ Click It

Mike lost his son, Philip, who played tight end at Auburn University, in a motor vehicle accident in 2014. Mike's mission is to raise awareness of and put an end to distracted, impaired, and unsafe driving.

Remember, if you take your eyes off the road for more than two seconds, your crash risk increases.

Let's all do our part to make our roadways safer and take this issue seriously.

For more information, please visit Lutzie43.org.

08/21/2026

PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE
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The Chilton County Sheriff’s Office has located the barricaded subject inside the residence. The subject was found with what appears to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The female who was on scene was removed from the residence upon law enforcement’s arrival. She had sustained a gunshot wound and was transported by LifeSaver to a Level I trauma center for treatment.
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The Chilton County Sheriff’s Office will remain on scene as investigators process the residence and collect evidence. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

The Chilton County Sheriff’s Office is currently on the scene of a barricaded subject near Verbena.

At this time, there is no expected danger to the community. Deputies are working to safely resolve the situation and get the subject out of the residence.

Please avoid the area and allow law enforcement personnel to work.

We will provide additional updates as information becomes available.

08/21/2026

The Chilton County Sheriff's Office is proud to serve the citizens of our county 24 hours a day/7 days a week. Stay safe, enjoy your Friday, and have a great weekend! 👍

08/17/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Chilton County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Threat at Verbena High School

Chilton County, Alabama — August 17, 2026 — On August 14, 2026, the Chilton County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of a threat directed at Verbena High School. Information gathered during the initial investigation led investigators to a student who had allegedly made concerning statements indicating possible violence toward students and faculty at the school.

Investigators responded promptly and immediately began an investigation. The student was removed from Verbena High School and excluded from campus pending the outcome of the criminal investigation.

On August 17, 2026, the student was taken into custody and charged with violating Alabama Code § 13A-10-241, Making a Terroristic Threat in the First Degree.

Due to the student’s age, the identity of the juvenile will not be released.

Chilton County Sheriff John Shearon emphasized the importance of communication and cooperation between school personnel and law enforcement:

“Building strong relationships between our school employees and School Resource Officers is one of the most important tools we have in keeping our communities safe. When teachers, administrators, staff, and SROs communicate and trust one another, information gets shared quickly, concerns are identified early, and investigations can move forward more effectively. That partnership doesn’t just help protect our schools—it can provide valuable information that helps law enforcement solve crimes and hold offenders accountable.”

The Chilton County Sheriff’s Office encourages students, parents, faculty, and community members to report any information regarding potential threats or concerning behavior to school officials or law enforcement. Early reporting and strong partnerships between schools and law enforcement are critical to maintaining a safe learning environment.

08/17/2026

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08/10/2026

⭐ CCSO Staff Spotlight ⭐

Meet Jamie Johnson, who serves as a lieutenant for the Chilton County Sheriff’s Office. Originally from Clanton, Lt. Johnson says his favorite thing about working for us is the ability to help the citizens of the county and also his co-workers.

Outside of the office, Lt. Johnson loves hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.

He is inspired by God and says the one thing people need to know about him is his “desire to always be a better person than I was the day before.”

Lt. Johnson, we salute you for your dedication and service to our office and thank you for all of your hard work!

08/06/2026

First Day Back to School

Our School Resource Officers were up bright and early, geared up and ready to welcome students back for a great new year at Isabella High School, Verbena High School, Verbena Annex, Clanton Intermediate School, and Clanton Middle School!

Thank you to these officers for the work you do every day to protect, support, and serve our students and staff. Here's to a fantastic school year!

08/05/2026

School Starts Tomorrow. Slow Down. Lives Depend on It

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