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Latest announcements from the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office
DeKalb County Sheriff's Office Animal Control Officer
DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Officer Sep 12 Written By Erika Hedge brings extensive experience in animal welfare, investigations, and...
Jail Promotions
Sergeant Miller (left), Captain Josh Carpenter (center), Corporal Burton (right)
Deputy Lanning Graduates from ILEA
Please join us in congratulating Deputy Kevin Lanning on his graduation from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy!
Back to School!
Our School Resource Officers have enjoyed the first couple weeks of school! K9 Heff and Rollo are settling in nicely.
Prescription Drop-Off Bins
Have unused or expired medications? Did you know you can dispose of them 24 hours a day in the bins in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office? We request you do not place needles or syringes in the bins.
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Back to School
With the 2025-2026 school year almost here in DeKalb County, you may notice DeKalb County Sheriff's Deputies saturating patrols in school zones and our local school buildings. The Sheriff's Office considers the safety of our children to be of utmost
Pickle Festival Shenanigans
Deputy Heffelfinger got quite a shock today when he returned to his patrol car at the Famous Saint Joe, Indiana Pickle Festival Page... he found it surrounded by giggling kids... and completely covered in bubbles!
Now Hiring Road Patrol Deputy
Join the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office!We’re looking for dedicated individuals to serve our community and make a difference. Whether you’re starting your career or bringing experience, we have opportunities for you! Apply Today: www.dekalbsheriff.in
Day of Caring
Members of the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office were honored to roll up our sleeves and take part in the United Way of DeKalb County, Inc. Day of Caring. Our team spent the morning at Ride With Faith, INC., where we built a new horse bathing stall to s
Deputy Awarded Life-Saving Award
Deputy Aaron Long was awarded the Life-Saving Award for his heroic efforts on February 26, 2025 that directly contributed to saving an infant's life.
Kindergarten Address Challenge
Over the last few months, deputies from the Sheriff's Office have visited several local elementary schools and celebrated the students successfully memorizing their home addresses.
Now Hiring Patrol Deputy!
Join the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office! We're looking for dedicated individuals to serve our community and make a difference.
Deputy Completes Academy
Congratulations to Deputy Brandon Quesinberry on graduating from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.
Sheriff at the Senior Lifestyle Expo
Sheriff Brady Thomas and Chief Deputy Ben Rice attended the Senior Lifestyle Expo at Kruse Plaza where residents could drop off unwanted medications and receive identity theft prevention guides.
Memorial Receives Needed Attention
Many have called in to report that the flag at Master Trooper Bailey's memorial site was broken. Today Deputy Kerley and Deputy Heffelfinger stopped at the Auburn Family Farm and Home store to borrow a post driver to fix the flag.
Preparing for the New School Year
With the 2024-2025 school year almost here in DeKalb County, you may notice DeKalb County Sheriff's Deputies saturating patrols in school zones because child safety is prioritized.
Cops cycle for survivors
Yesterday afternoon Cops Cycling for Survivors made a stop in Auburn on their ride from Fort Wayne to Angola. They met with local surviving family members of officers killed in the line of duty.
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