Cullman County Sheriff's Office

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office recently honored Capt. Ricky Blackwood for his contribution to the law enforcement community by naming its training center the James R. Blackwood Training Center.    Sheriff Matt Gentry said Blackwood has been a staple in local law enforcement...

CULLMAN, Ala. – This year marks the ninth year the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) and Sheriff Matt Gentry have visited senior centers and community centers across the county. The CCSO uses these opportunities to give law enforcement updates and address residents’ concerns, as well...

DA donates equipment to help CCSO monitor sex offenders CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County District Attorney’s Office on Thursday, Dec. 5, donated equipment to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office to aid in the monitoring of sex offenders in line with the Alabama Sex Offender...

CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s Labor Day Weekend, and local law enforcement is reminding Cullman County residents to be safe as summer comes to an end. The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office provided a few tips to make the weekend safer for families, travel and events.  When taking...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The spring 2023 session of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Citizens’ Academy kicked off Tuesday, March 14. This is the ninth year of the program, which gives Cullman County residents an opportunity to learn about the role of law enforcement...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) and Cullman County Commission recently made what the CCSO called a “substantial investment” into the lives of Cullman County residents. The CCSO partnered with Birmingham-based Cardiac Solutions to provide life-saving equipment for the sheriff’s office. A...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of the Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) along with Sheriff Matt Gentry on Thursday, June 1, hosted a community meeting at the Sacred Heart Church Family Life Center. The goal of these meetings, held at various locations throughout the county, is...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The last session of the spring 2023 class of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Citizens’ Academy was held Saturday, April 15, at the CCSO shooting range. The session started with Lt. Matt Bales explaining K9 units and how the animals are...

The Cullman County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help identifying the truck and the two individuals in these photographs. They are believed to have broken into a vehicle on I-65. Please contact Investigator Trevor Clemmons at 256-734-0342.

CULLMAN, Ala. - Applications are now being accepted for the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy - spring 2023 session. The Citizens' Academy is an opportunity for all residents of Cullman County to learn about the role of law enforcement in our community.  “We realize...

CULLMAN, Ala. –  Spring is here, and with it, the return to local waters for many. Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry shared water safety tips for those hitting the lake: Be safety conscious. Situational awareness should not stop on the land.  Be aware of potential dangers...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a free Public Safety & Awareness Training “in response to the recent surge in violent incidents nationwide.” The event will take place Tuesday, Oct. 21, at Temple Baptist Church on Alabama Highway 157. “This free...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office will host Firearm Familiarization Classes every second Thursday through October. Said Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry, “Whether you're a beginner or an experienced shooter, this is a great chance to sharpen your skills with one-on-one instruction from...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Sheriff’s Youth Leadership Academy (SYLA), hosted annually by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, was held June 23-27. Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry said the event continues to expand its reach and impact. “This year’s academy welcomed more than 40 students from every...