Leon County Sheriff Walt McNeil

An increase in mental health issues in jails and prisons often reflects what’s happening in a community

The case is still ongoing, with more people under investigation

LCSO and its local, state and federal partners arrested 16 people over two months

The grant approval was made by the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS)

They packed 495 bags for children from food-insecure households to take home on Fridays

Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell and Leon County Sheriff Walt McNeil discuss crime-fighting needs with local lawmakers

Commissioner Rick Minor says while law enforcement is making progress in fighting crime there, they need help from the business owners.

The Apalachee Center gave “Community Hero” awards to state Senator Corey Simon, state Representatives Jason Shoaf and Allison Tant, and Leon County Sheriff Walt McNeil.

But those on the front lines — law enforcement, faith leaders, service providers — say they won't give up.

The Leon Sheriff’s Office was asked to participate by the International Association of Chiefs of Police.