Never Off Duty

June is Internet Safety Month, and this episode covers a topic every parent, guardian, and caregiver should hear. Detective Ryan Ellis joins us to discuss the realities of child exploitation and the tactics criminals use to target children online. From video game chat features and social media platforms to emerging technologies, offenders are constantly looking for new ways to connect with and exp...

After nearly 23 years serving the Clay County community, Sgt. Lanier is beginning a new chapter. From working in the jail, to patrol, investigations, and public information, Sgt. Lanier has dedicated her career to serving this community with professionalism, compassion, and heart. As she prepares for retirement and her move to Seattle, she joins us to reflect on her career, share lessons learned a...

This is an important one. Our Clay Watch and Special Needs Program is designed to help protect some of the most vulnerable members of our community. This voluntary program allows families to share critical information about loved ones who may be prone to wandering, ensuring deputies have what they need when every second counts. Deputy Ronnie Freshour from our Community Affairs Unit explains how th...

Fair season is almost here!  In this episode of Never Off Duty, Lt. Zach Cox with CCSO Emergency Preparedness breaks down everything you need to know before you go! From traffic patterns and parking to how we're working behind the scenes to keep you and your family safe at the Clay County Fair. Plan ahead and stay informed. Enjoy the fair safely starting next Thursday, April 2nd!

DIRECTOR DAVID BARNES: A LIFE OF SERVICE After 34 years in law enforcement, including more than 25 years with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, Director David Barnes is officially retiring. From an early age, Director Barnes knew failure was never an option. Following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, he joined the Army after high school and later answered the call to serve again by...

🎙️ NEVER OFF DUTY: EPISODE 5 Think crime scene work is like what you see on TV? Think again. In our newest episode of Never Off Duty, Sgt. Tiffany Williams and Sgt. Tiffany Thibideau, who oversee our Crime Scene Unit, take you behind the scenes of one of the most detailed and technical roles in law enforcement. They break down what really goes into processing a scene, how they entered the field, a...

Ever wonder what really happens after a crime is reported? Clay County Sheriff's Office Investigations Lieutenant Kami Maertz joins us to break down how investigations work. From the first call to case follow-up, and what goes on behind the scenes that most people never see. Get a better understanding of the investigative process, how cases are built, and how our detectives work to bring case...

Looking back. Planning ahead. Protecting our community. Sheriff Michelle Cook reflects on our 2025 Year in Review. She highlights key accomplishments, while also outlining our priorities for 2026 and how we’re continuing to serve and protect our community. Detective Jessica Burns provides a detailed breakdown of the scams currently targeting our area, including a bank representative scam we’re act...

Sheriff Michelle Cook and PIO Ben Ryan provide important details regarding the December 13th Clay County Christmas events! First Coast Crime Stoppers Executive Director Chase Robinson joins the show - he shares how they keep community members anonymous and pay for crime tips that lead to an arrest.  The SaferWatch app will be our primary tool for pushing out real-time information about activities,...

We’re bringing you closer to the work we do every day. Our “Never Off Duty” podcast is back with a new look and we couldn’t be more excited to take you behind the badge and into the heart of our agency.  In our return episode, Sheriff Michelle Cook talks crime trends, Chief Domenic Paniccia highlights community initiatives and our new EOD K9, and Detective Ryan Ellis walks us through the U.S. Mars...

Big Multi County Recruitment event.   October 2nd, 2024 from 10am-3pm. Thrasher Horne Center  283 College Drive Orange Park, Fl 32068

This episode Sheriff Cook is back to discuss back to school, school safety, communications and our preliminary stats for the year. 

This episode we are joined by Marine Deputy Morrell to talk about boater skip day and learn all about what it takes to patrol and stay safe on our waters.

This week we remember those we’ve lost as we talk about Police Memorial Week.  Also, we talk more with guest Sgt. Cox about the CCSO and their involvement with the special Olympics. https://youtu.be/dyBYL_oH1FY

Sheriff Cook discusses crime statistics!

This episode is all about training!  We are joined by Assistant Chief Jeremy Clark and Lieutenant Chad Ricks.

The fair is back in town!  April 4th - 14th 2024

This episode we learn more about jail from Chief Larry Henry, Clay County Cheif of Detention Administration.  

Learn about what it's like to run patrol in both rural and urban areas.

This is the episode you do not want to miss if you have kids going to school in Clay County!  Learn all about the transition of the School Board Police back to the Sheriff’s Office directly from the man in charge of the transition - Chief Golemme.

In our final episode of the season, Lt. Hall returns to discuss the newest trends in narcotics and human trafficking.

This episode we talk with Assistant Cheif Paniccia and Sergeant Cox about Gateway to Clay and technology.  

This episode we say goodbye to our friend The Deputy Ford as he moves on to colder weather.  You will be missed, but we wish you the best!

This episode we are joined by the honorary Mayor of Middleburg, Scotty Taylor!

This week we are joined by Deputy Robert Russell who is the coordinator of Clay PAL.  Learn what the Police Athletic league is, what it does, how it benefits our community, and how you can get involved!