The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) reported a decrease in fatal drug overdoses this year. Sheriff T.K. Waters noted in a social media post that overdose deaths declined from 472 in 2022 to 221 this year. In the Facebook announcement, the JSO also reported the seizure of about 28 kilograms of fentanyl by its detectives. Officials noted that this quantity of the drug could potentially produce up to 14 million doses. Sheriff Waters highlighted the importance of community involvement in these efforts, encouraging residents to report any suspicious activity.
The JSO noted in its social media post that the reduction in overdoses is partly the result of ongoing efforts to remove dangerous substances from the community. These operations have contributed to a measurable decline in overdose deaths over the past several years.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office continues to accept tips from the public. Residents can report information anonymously by calling First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1.866.845.TIPS or by contacting the JSO directly through their non-emergency line at 904.630.0500.
