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Washington County, Florida · Washington CountyWASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (July 25, 2025) — This morning, David Earl Gipson, 40, was sentenced to three consecutive life sentences by Judge Tim Register at the Washington County Courthouse following a guilty plea to multiple violent felonies, including second-degree murder and sexual battery. Prosecuting attorney Megan Ford presented the details of the case, which stemmed from a brutal incident reported on April 28, when the Washington County Sher…Read Article
David Earl Gipson sentenced to three consecutive life terms in Washington County Court

Ebro · EbroAn Ebro man is in custody and facing a felony charge following a reported domestic incident earlier this week, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. On July 23, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) was contacted by the Panama City Beach Police Department in reference to a physical altercation that had occurred at a residence in the Crews Lake area of Washington County. Deputies were advised to respond to Ascension Sacred …Read Article
Ebro man arrested on felony aggravated battery charge

Quitman, Georgia · QuitmanOn July 23, at approximately 12:30 p.m., Washington County Sheriff’s Office Telecommunications Center received a 911 call stating residents needed assistance. WCSO Deputies and EMS were dispatched to a Still Pond Rd. residence in Ebro. As deputies approached the front door, they could hear crying coming from inside. Later identified as 37-year-old, Blake Elliot Hornsby opened the door and was very distraught and emotional. Hornsby was crying and…Read Article