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St. Johns County Achieves Historic Year with No Homicides

1/19/2026

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In 2025, St. Johns County, Florida recorded no criminal homicides, the only county among the 100 largest in the United States to do so.
Sheriff Robert Hardwick of the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office credited the result to community support and budgeting, noting about 80% funds salaries and benefits.
Two fatal shootings were ruled justified and not homicides.
Hardwick noted challenges, including rising domestic violence, and urged continued vigilance.

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In 2025, St. Johns County, Florida recorded no criminal homicides, the only county among the 100 largest in the United States to do so.
Sheriff Robert Hardwick of the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office credited the result to community support and budgeting, noting about 80% funds salaries and benefits.
Two fatal shootings were ruled justified and not homicides.
Hardwick noted challenges, including rising domestic violence, and urged continued vigilance.