Jefferson County Crime Report

Jefferson County Crime Report

Editor’s note: An arraignment is a formal reading of a criminal charge and is merely an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

County crime reports for June 20

June 20 MORVEN — At 1:45 p.m., Sgt. R. Melton responded to a residence on Mayesville Road in response to reported damage to a boat. At the scene, Sgt. Melton learned from the victim that when he walked out to the boat, he found a wire hanging down from underneath the boat. Inspecting further, the victim discovered the wiring harness to the boat was also cut and the boat’s insulation peeled back… Source

New Sheriff's Deputy Sworn In at Jefferson County Courthouse

MT. VERNON – Joseph Mueckenheim was sworn in as Jefferson County’s newest deputy during a ceremony Monday morning at the courthouse in Mt. Vernon. Deputy Mueckenheim is a lateral transfer from the Perry County Sheriff’s Office. He will be assigned to the Field Training Program for modified training that will lead to a position in the patrol division according to the sheriff’s office. Photo credit: Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office app