In The News 7 September 2026

Highland County Sheriff’s Report

These incidents have been reported by the HCSO.

Sept. 4
 
A Deputy responded to the 12000 of state Route 28 after a report of a disorderly person. After investigation, it was determined to be a verbal dispute, no charges were issued.

A resident of the 400 block of Park Ave., Lynchburg, reported fraud.

A resident of the 4500 block of Anderson Road reported an incident of vandalism.

A deputy responded to the 6400 block of state Route 138 after a report of a disorderly male. The male had left prior to the deputy’s arrival.

Sept. 5

Deputies responded to the 2700 block of Stephen Road after a report of a female being disorderly. After investigation, a female was transported to Highland District Hospital. 

Arrests/Citations

Richard A. McComas, 44, of Hillsboro, domestic violence, failure to appear

Donald T. Holt, 62, of Leesburg, probation violation

Memphis C. Dunville, 23, of Hillsboro, drug paraphernalia

Randy L. Wiscup, 53, of Hillsboro, drug paraphernalia

Calls for service 

Sept. 4-5

Total 160
EMS 51
Fire 9
Law 101.

Jail Count

Total-45
Male-38
Female-7.
 

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