Washtenaw Sheriff

06/04/2026

A great article about the upcoming Acts of Change Network–Peacenic event!

Organizers are proudly reflecting on the growth of Peacenic Ypsi, an annual community picnic intended to build bridges between residents and law enforcement, as its third year approaches.

06/01/2026

Happy Pride from the !

This June, we honor the spirit of Pride Month by recognizing the contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals in law enforcement. We invite our community, our officers, staff, partners, and the public, to celebrate Pride Month with purpose, and progress. Whether through events, educational programs, or simple acts of inclusion, let’s continue building public safety, together, advancing our mission and values.

05/29/2026

This is what partnership can look like.
Many thanks to for working with our Innovative Reentry Division to help folks returning to our community make sure they have a welcoming place to call home.

05/29/2026

The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office would like to congratulate Deputy Jessica VanBynen on her return to work.

In August of 2022, while conducting a traffic stop, Deputy VanBynen was struck and injured by a passing vehicle. Deputy VanBynen was transported to the hospital for significant injures to her back and left leg.

At times, returning to road patrol seemed unlikely. She'd even applied for and was approved for medical retirement. VanBynen however held out, not wanting to conclude her career as a Deputy. Over the course of three-years and nine months, VanBynen underwent five surgeries and fought through countless sessions of physical therapy.
This week, Deputy Jessica VanBynen returned to the road!

The is so proud of Deputy VanBynen for her courage and determination in returning to work!

As a reminder, per the , upon approaching and passing a stationary authorized emergency vehicle that is giving a visual signal by means of flashing, rotating, or oscillating red, blue, white, or amber lights, the approaching vehicle shall proceed with caution, reduce their speed by at least 10 miles per hour below the posted speed limit, and yield the right-of-way by moving into a lane at least one moving lane or two vehicle widths apart from the stationary authorized emergency vehicle, unless directed otherwise. (MCL 257.653a)

05/27/2026

The owes the community an update on the Officer Involved Shooting.
Please see below.

05/27/2026

May your Eid al-Adha be filled with peace, blessings, love, and the spirit of sacrifice.

05/26/2026

On Memorial Day, the WCSO participated in both the City of Ypsilanti's and City of Dexter's Memorial Day parades, as well as the Dexter City Honor Guard ceremony.

The day served as an opportunity take a moment to reflect on those who gave everything to protect the values and freedoms we now rely on without a second thought.

Many Sheriff's Office employees have also served our country, or are still serving, some have lost people they loved and served alongside. We extended them warmth and love on the day of remembrance and honor the memory of those who lost their lives.

05/25/2026

Today, the WCSO remembers and honors those who gave all.

May their service and their sacrifice be forever acknowledged.

05/22/2026

05/20/2026

This week, we want to extend a huge congratulations to our CRU (Community Response Unit) teams and our Police Services deputies. These professionals do more than just respond to safety concerns—they are on the ground every day building the positive, lasting relationships that define our community.

https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/washtenaw-county-annual-report-public-safety/

Sheriff Alysia Dyer says the report proves their progressive strategies can improve interactions with law enforcement and make the county safer.