Bingham County Sheriff's Office

07/19/2019

Congratulations to Deputy Smith and Deputy Curzon on completing Idaho Post Detention Academy #80 today!!!

07/01/2019

You never know who will show up in Bingham County... If you see wildlife, Do NOT approach it. If the wildlife happen to be Moose, keep your distance, call the non-emergency dispatch number at 208-785-1234 and we will send Deputies out.

06/29/2019

We're back at the Grove today for "Celebrate Blackfoot"! K9 demonstrations are every hour. There's still time to come see us! Duco & Magnum

06/29/2019

We had such a great day meeting people & showing off our skills! If you missed us, we'll be back at the Grove again tomorrow "Celebrating Blackfoot"! K9 demonstrations will be every hour & we're raising money with the Gavin Buchanan foundation. Come see us! Duco & Magnum

06/28/2019

“Celebrate Blackfoot” starts tomorrow! Come say hello to K9 Officers Duco and Magnum. The K9's & their partners, Deputy Miller & Deputy Morgan, will be doing Narcotics & Patrol demonstrations throughout the day. They are working to raise money for bullet proof vests & heat alarms to help keep our K9’s safe while they work to keep us safe.

06/27/2019

Our Bingham County Marine Patrol Deputies have been busy training for any water rescue situations that might arise. Summer & hot weather has FINALLY arrived, please remember these important water safety tips! Don’t drink & boat, know the boating rules & follow them, watch for inclement weather, let someone know your plan, where you are going, when you plan to return, wear your life jacket, practice propeller safety, if you are on the river, be aware of what is downstream. Be prepared & know what to do if someone goes overboard. Practice courtesy to other boaters on the water. Have fun but be safe!

For a full list of Idaho Boating Laws & Regulations: https://www.boat-ed.com/idaho/boating_law.html

06/27/2019

www.ic3.gov

**SCAM ALERT!!!**
Someone has been calling using what appears to be the Sheriff’s Office telephone number claiming that people owe us money. These calls are not coming from the Bingham County Sheriff’s Office.
Please remember: never give any of your personal confidential information over the telephone (social security number, bank account number, etc). If you receive a call that you believe is a scam, you may report it to the FBI’s internet crime complaint center at: www.IC3.gov

06/24/2019

Don't Forget! The Bingham County Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit will be at Jensen’s Grove for “Celebrate Blackfoot” this weekend. K9 Officers Duco and Magnum, and their respective partners, Deputy Miller and Deputy Morgan will be doing meet & greets as well as demonstrations. Narcotics demonstrations will be held every hour & there will be patrol demonstrations at 10:00 am, 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm. The Deputy’s and their K9 partners are working to raise money for bullet proof vests and heat alarms to help keep our K9’s safe as they work to keep our community safe. Come say hello & meet your local K9’s!

06/19/2019

The Bingham County Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit will be at Jensen’s Grove for “Celebrate Blackfoot” on JUNE 28th - 29th & 30th. K9 Officers Duco and Magnum, along with their respective partners, Deputy Miller and Deputy Morgan will be doing meet and greets as well as demonstrations.

There will be Narcotics demonstrations every hour as well as patrol demonstrations at 10:00 am, 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm. The Deputy’s and their K9 partners are working to raise money for bullet proof vests and heat alarms to help keep our K9’s safe; as they work to keep us all safe. Come say hi and get to know your local K9’s!

06/13/2019

Congratulations to Deputy Young and Deputy Allison for graduating from the ISU 2019 Detention Academy today!! Also congratulations to Deputy Allison for graduating top of his class in academics and Deputy Young for graduating top of his class in physical fitness.

06/12/2019

Today is the final day!!! To make it more convenient to drop off your donations, we have placed a cart at the front doors of the courthouse with security.

The Bingham County Sheriff's Office has accepted the challenge to participate in the Spudnik Digging for Hunger Food Drive!!! There may also be a little competition between the Sheriff's Office and the City of Blackfoot Police Department to see who can bring in the most non-perishable items.

We have a good start, but could use all the help that you can give, remember that every little bit helps!! All of the donations will be given to a wonderful cause, the Blackfoot Community Dinner Table and we have only until June 12th before the competition ends.

Let's see if we can fill the Sheriff's Office area with as much non-perishable food items as we possibly can!

06/11/2019

The Bingham County Sheriff's Office has a current employment opportunity for the position of Detention Deputy.

For further information go to the Bingham County Human Resources page for description and application information located here:

https://www.co.bingham.id.us/human_resources/job_opportunities2.html

06/06/2019

The Bingham County Sheriff's Office has accepted the challenge to participate in the Spudnik Digging for Hunger Food Drive!!! There may also be a little competition between the Sheriff's Office and the City of Blackfoot Police Department to see who can bring in the most non-perishable items.

We have a good start, but could use all the help that you can give, remember that every little bit helps!! All of the donations will be given to a wonderful cause, the Blackfoot Community Dinner Table and we have only until June 12th before the competition ends.

Let's see if we can fill the Sheriff's Office area with as much non-perishable food items as we possibly can!

05/24/2019

Yesterday at the Idaho Peace Officer's Memorial our brother, Sgt. Kent Swanson and his family were honored and his name was added to the memorial wall. Chief Mohler spoke and said he had never met someone who loved being a cop more than Kent. The Bingham County Sheriff's Office was proud to have served along side Sgt. Swanson & to have had the privilege of watching over him.

05/23/2019

East Idaho News.com

Great reminder for this weekend.

Live with the Bonnevile County Sheriff's Office

05/21/2019

05/21/2019

Bingham County Sheriff’s Deputy Jared Miller and his partner Duco, along with Officer Chad Braswell and his partner Ryder from the Blackfoot Police Department, had the opportunity to attend the unveiling of Idaho’s K-9 Memorial May 15th, 2019.

The memorial honors the courage and loyalty of the Idaho K9 Officers Killed in the Line of Duty.

My eyes are your eyes,
To watch and protect you and yours.
My ears are your ears,
To hear and detect evil minds in the dark.
My nose is your nose,
To scent the invader of your domain.
And so that you may live,
My life is also yours.

05/03/2019

Congratulations to Bingham County Deputies Greg Jolley, Tate Hansen and Blackfoot Officer David Tafui. All three Graduated from the ISU Law Enforcement program today.

04/16/2019

Bingham County Sheriff's Office

Each year, the second week of April is dedicated to honor the men and women who serve as public safety telecommunicators, those who dispatch emergency personnel and equipment and render life saving assistance.

The Bingham County Sheriff's Office would like to recognize the dedicated dispatchers of Bingham County who work varied shifts, 10 hour days, weekends and holidays in a 24/7, 365 days a year communications center providing assistance to first responders and the citizens of Bingham County.

Thank you for your dedication!!!!

04/15/2019

Each year, the second week of April is dedicated to honor the men and women who serve as public safety telecommunicators, those who dispatch emergency personnel and equipment and render life saving assistance.

The Bingham County Sheriff's Office would like to recognize the dedicated dispatchers of Bingham County who work varied shifts, 10 hour days, weekends and holidays in a 24/7, 365 days a year communications center providing assistance to first responders and the citizens of Bingham County.

Thank you for your dedication!!!!

04/05/2019

Congratulations to Timothy Melton he just graduated from Idaho P.O.S.T Detention Academy.

02/28/2019

Blackfoot Police Department

The Bingham County Sheriff’s Office Blackfoot Police Joint Detective Division is seeking the public's help to identify this individual in reference to a theft that occurred on 2/24/2019 at AGRI-STOR. The AGRI-STOR has offered a $1,000.00 reward for any tip or information that results in arrest of the suspect.

If you have any information concerning this individual please contact Detective Dalley at
(208) 782-3066. Any tips or information via Facebook, please send private message to Blackfoot Police Facebook.

02/27/2019

02/27/2019

February 26, 2019 Contacts: R. Scott Reese
Bingham County Emergency Management Director
(208).782.3191
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [email protected]

Road Closure and Flood Update

BLACKFOOT – Bingham County Road and Bridge has issued a road closure on 900 West to 100 South - Starting on HWY 39 to Thomas Road. Additionally, there are several roads in the county that still have water running over them, which can pose dangerous driving conditions. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution when driving on roads with crossing water. It is advised to avoid them all together, if at all possible. With the rapid changes in temperature, conditions can change rapidly. Turn Around Don’t Drown.

Individuals that are in the affected areas, which are in need of constant medical assistance of any kind, may want to have contingency plans to evacuate. This would be in the event that emergency personnel could not reach their location.

It is also advised to have a disaster plan in place with everyone in the household. Decide where to meet and who you would contact in case of flooding. Be prepared to evacuate you and your family at a moment’s notice.

Sand Bag Locations: Bingham County, in conjunction with the City of Shelley, Firth, and Aberdeen has sand bag locations for those residents that may be in need.

Shelley: Located at the Shelley Fire Station
Firth: Located behind Collets off Highway 91
Aberdeen: Located directly behind the City Fire Station
Bingham County: Located at Moreland Park, & The Cow Palace - 900 West 140 South


Road Closures:

Blackfoot:

900 West to 100 South - Starting on HWY 39 to Thomas Road

For more information about the Bingham County Road closure or road conditions, contact Dusty Whited at 208.782.3864 or R. Scott Reese at 208.782.3191.

02/26/2019

This toolbox was located on Highway 26 a couple of weeks ago by a passing motorist that was kind enough to turn it in to our office. If you are missing this item and are able to identify the contents, please contact our Dispatch Center at (208) 785-1234 so that we can reunite you with your property.

02/15/2019

If you are looking for some evening entertainment, this would be a great choice and the proceeds are going to a wonderful cause.

02/11/2019

Idaho Real ID Star Card

Don't forget the deadline, beginning October 1, 2020 you will need a Star Card, U.S. Passport, military identification, or some other form of federally accepted ID to board a flight or access a federal building.

If you want a Star Card, don't wait until the last minute. The requirements
are different than getting a license or ID without a Star.

For further information, please visit the Idaho Transportation Department website at:
https://itd.idaho.gov/starcard/

02/04/2019

In its efforts to assist its citizens with flood control, Bingham County will be providing sandbags, free of charge.

Two locations to obtain sandbags have been set up. The first will be at the Moreland Park which is located on 740 W and a secondary location will be behind the Shelley Fire Department located at 585 W Fir in Shelley.

Remember to bring your own shovels and please pass this information on to those that may be in need of sandbags.

01/17/2019

The Bingham County Sheriff's Office would like to announce the retirement of Sergeant Mark Phillips after 25 years of service to the law enforcement community.

Please join us for a retirement open house on January 31st, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. in courtroom #3 in the Bingham County Courthouse to thank Mark for all of his years of dedication and to wish him luck on his future endeavors.

11/29/2018

Public Notice of Road Closures for Bingham County including the Bone, Wolverine Canyon at the Narrows and Blackfoot River Road.
View Notice here.....
https://www.co.bingham.id.us/road_bridge/road_bridge_pdf/Winter_Road_Closure_Notice_11_2018.pdf

09/25/2018

Sergeant Howell's Homecoming

Sergeant Howell's Homecoming

09/25/2018

We would like to thank the community for the outpouring of support in regards to the incident involving Deputy Sergeant Todd Howell. Communities throughout Southeast Idaho came together to show their tremendous support and it has been greatly appreciated!! Sergeant Howell was able to return home yesterday to a very warm welcome with open arms from his fellow law enforcement brothers, sisters, family and friends. Deputy Howell, rest, recuperate and thank you for all that you have endured!!!

09/17/2018

Please plan your travel accordingly and travel safely.

Construction begins today on the Rose Road Interchange (Exit 98) that is scheduled for September 2018 - Late 2019

You can view the project fact sheet here:
http://www.co.bingham.id.us/Sheriff/new_web_site/I15RoseRd_FS_letter_web%20(1).pdf

08/31/2018

Blackfoot Police Department

BLACKFOOT POLICE
TEMPORARY PARKING
RESTRICTION

September 1, 2018
6:00 AM to 1:00 PM

NO PARKING FOR EISF PARADE 09/01/2018, 0800 – 1300 HOURS

1. SHILLING ST FROM BLACKFOOT RIVER BRIDGE TO ALICE

2. RICH ST FROM S SHILLING TO FISHER

3. FISHER ST FROM WALKER TO SONNY ST

4. YORK DRIVE FROM FISHER ST TO WALKER ST

THE ABOVE STREETS ARE USED TO JUDGE AND STAGE THE PARADE.

We appreciate your patience and assistance during this time. If you have any questions, please contact the Blackfoot Police Department, 785-1234.

08/31/2018

Blackfoot Police Department

PARKING REGULATIONS EFFECTIVE 8/31/18 THROUGH 9/8/18

NO PARKING

1. RAISED OR PAINTED ISLANDS ON NORTH WEST MAIN (US 91)

2. HIGHLAND DRIVE. NO PARKING WEST SIDE OF ROAD FROM NW MAIN TO RIDGE ST

3. ALLEY BETWEEN PARK ST AND ALLEN ST. NO PARKING

4. NO PARKING IN DRIVEWAYS, FRONT OF FIRE HYDRANTS, CROSSWALKS, ON SIDEWALKS OR OTHER PAINTED AREAS.

5. N BROADWAY FROM PARK ST ½ BLOCK SOUTH. EMERGENCY POLICE AND FIRE PARKING ONLY.

6. N OAK FROM FRANCIS TO EISF GROUND CLOSED.

7. NO PARKING ON ALLEN STREET – BOTH SIDES.

8. NO PARKING ON LEMON STREET – BOTH SIDES.

ONE WAY STREETS

1. PARK ST: TRAVELING WEST TO MAPLE ST

2. MAPLE ST: TRAVELING SOUTH TO W FRANCIS

3. JONES ST: TRAVELING EAST TO HIGHLAND

NO PARKING FOR EISF PARADE 09/01/2018, 0800 – 1300 HOURS

1. SHILLING ST FROM BLACKFOOT RIVER BRIDGE TO ALICE

2. RICH ST FROM S SHILLING TO FISHER

3. FISHER ST FROM WALKER TO SONNY ST

4. YORK DRIVE FROM FISHER ST TO WALKER ST

THE ABOVE STREETS ARE USED TO JUDGE AND STAGE THE PARADE.

08/31/2018

Shelley to drop driver's license service

Shelley to drop driver's license service

Since 1992, the city of Shelley has provided drivers licensing services as a convenience for Bingham County residents at Shelley City Hall.   

08/31/2018

DMV provides extension to drivers with expiring or expired licenses; extension in effect immediately

DMV provides extension to drivers with expiring or expired licenses; extension in effect immediately

The Idaho Division of Motor Vehicles has implemented an emergency extension through Oct. 31, 2018, for all Idaho drivers with expiring or expired driver’s licenses due to recent DMV office closures.

08/13/2018

The Bingham County Sheriff’s Office has received reports of individuals and business entities receiving phone calls from subjects posing as members of the Bingham County Sheriff’s Office, advising the subjects that they are calling because they have outstanding tickets or fees and are requesting individuals to release their financial information to pay the fees over the phone. Please be advised that members of the Sheriff’s Office would never call individuals regarding these types of matters, these types of calls are a scam. Please stay vigilant and do not release your personal or financial information to entities that you do not know or have not verified their credibility.

The Federal Trade Commission has some very useful information pertaining to the current scams that are occurring and means of reporting each.
The information can be located here:
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/features/scam-alerts

06/26/2018

Joint Press Release from the Bingham County Sheriff's Office and the Blackfoot Police Department.

Tuesday, June 26, 2018

It is with great sadness that we inform the public that on Monday morning June 25, 2018, Bingham County Sheriff's Deputy Chelsee Allen age 25 was found deceased from an apparent suicide. The Bingham County Sheriff's Office along with the Blackfoot Police Department offer their sincere condolences to Deputy Allen's parents and siblings, and request that the public, social media and media respect the family's need for privacy during this very difficult time.

Should you or anyone you know be contemplating suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at
800-273-8255 or by texting TALK to 741741

There will be no further press releases.

Sheriff Craig Rowland
Chief Kurt Asmus