Harrison County Sheriff's Department

09/22/2026

PRESS RELEASE UPDATE
Missing Juvenile – Taylor Bean

SHE HAS BEEN FOUND AND IS SAFE

09/03/2026

Hiring (Process begins September 26th)

Sheriff’s Deputy

The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking candidates for the position of Deputy Sheriff. The position has a starting yearly salary of $59,701 plus paid holidays for new officers and up to $74,150 plus paid holidays for qualified lateral transfers. The job includes excellent medical insurance, a retirement plan, vacation, personal time and sick leave. Applicants must take and successfully pass a physical fitness agility test as the first step in the hiring process. The physical fitness test will take place at the Sheriff’s Office, 1445 Gardner Lane, NW, Suite 1000, Corydon, IN 47112 on Saturday, September 26th at 8 AM. Applicants should wear regular gym gear for this test. After successfully passing the test, candidates will turn in a completed employment application and be instructed on the next steps. Applications can be picked up in person or download at the following link. If you have any questions please call Chief Brad Rothrock at (812)267-7968.

https://www.in.gov/sheriffs/harrison/files/Employment-Application-Pre-Employment-Questionaire.pdf

A list of qualifications can been found on our website by clicking the following link.

https://www.in.gov/sheriffs/harrison/careers/


HARRISON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

08/21/2026

NOW HIRING – FULL-TIME JAIL COOK

The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department is accepting applications for a full-time Jail Cook position.

PAY: $19.29 per hour
BENEFIT: Employee healthcare included
SCHEDULE: Rotating 2-week schedule

SCHEDULE:

Week 1
Sunday: 4:45 AM – 5:15 PM
Monday: 7:15 AM – 5:15 PM
Tuesday: OFF
Wednesday: OFF
Thursday: 7:15 AM – 5:15 PM
Friday: 4:15 AM – 5:15 PM
Saturday: OFF

Week 2
Sunday: OFF
Monday: OFF
Tuesday: 7:15 AM – 5:15 PM
Wednesday: 4:45 AM – 5:15 PM
Thursday: OFF
Friday: OFF
Saturday: 4:45 AM – 5:15 PM

This is a full-time position responsible for preparing meals for inmates housed in the Harrison County Jail while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.

If you are dependable, hardworking, and have an interest in preparing meals in a professional setting, we encourage you to apply.

Harrison County Sheriff’s Department
Full-Time Jail Cook
$19.29 per hour
Employee Healthcare Included

Questions: Call Captain Chance Owen at (812)738-2195

08/19/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 19, 2026

Harrison County Sheriff’s Department to Increase Impaired Driving Enforcement Ahead of Labor Day

Harrison County, Indiana — As summer comes to an end and the Labor Day holiday approaches, the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department is joining law enforcement agencies across Indiana in increasing efforts to identify and remove impaired drivers from our roadways.

Beginning August 19 through September 7, 2026, Harrison County Sheriff’s deputies will participate in increased traffic enforcement as part of the annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign. The statewide enforcement effort is administered through the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) and supported by federal traffic safety funding provided through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Deputies will be conducting increased patrols and traffic enforcement throughout Harrison County, with a particular focus on identifying motorists who are operating vehicles while impaired by alcohol or drugs.

Impaired driving remains one of the most serious threats to motorists on Indiana roadways. Preliminary data from the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) indicates that in 2025, nearly 23% of Indiana traffic fatalities involved alcohol, while more than 41% involved drug impairment.

The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department is reminding everyone that impaired driving is preventable. Drivers should make arrangements for a sober ride before consuming alcohol or using any substance that could impair their ability to safely operate a vehicle.

Have a Plan Whether You're Driving, Riding, or Hosting

Before drinking, plan for a safe and sober ride home.

Never allow someone who has been drinking or is impaired by drugs to get behind the wheel.

If you are hosting a gathering, make sure your guests have a safe and sober way to get home.

If you observe a suspected impaired driver on the roadway, call 911 and provide the vehicle's location and description if it is safe to do so.

Always wear your seat belt. A seat belt is one of the best defenses against an impaired driver.

In Indiana, it is illegal to operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher. However, motorists may be arrested for operating while impaired at any BAC level when an officer determines that the driver is impaired.

The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department encourages everyone to enjoy the final weeks of summer responsibly. If you are impaired, do not drive. Make a plan, get a sober ride, and help ensure everyone makes it home safely.

The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign is administered by the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute and supported with federal traffic safety funds provided by the United States Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

For more information about impaired driving, visit NHTSA’s impaired driving resources.

08/12/2026

Friday, August 14th, in the evening until Sunday, August 16th, evening, the Harrison County Sheriff's Department will be shutting down Research Blvd in coordination with the Harrison County Highway Department and Harrison County EMA in Lanesville for Emergency Vehicle Operations Training. During this time, the roadway will be completely shut down to all traffic. The detour to this will be on Lanesville Rd NE, just north of Research Blvd. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause over the weekend and we are committed to providing excellent Law Enforcement Service for our community through this training. Thanks to our partners, the Harrison County Highway Department and Harrison County EMA, for helping make this training possible.

07/30/2026

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Safe Backstops Save Lives

The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department is proud to serve a community that respects the traditions of responsible firearm ownership, hunting, and recreational shooting. The overwhelming majority of firearm owners handle their fi****ms safely and responsibly. This message is not directed at them—it is intended to remind everyone that the negligent actions of a few can have devastating consequences.

Although Harrison County is largely rural, homes, farms, businesses, roadways, and neighboring properties are often closer than they appear. Modern rifle cartridges can propel bullets at extremely high velocities. If a shot misses its intended target and is not stopped by a suitable backstop, that bullet may travel well beyond the intended shooting area. Depending on the cartridge, bullet, firing angle, and terrain, a projectile can travel more than a mile while still retaining enough energy to damage property or seriously injure—or even kill—another person.

For that reason, knowing what is beyond your target is just as important as identifying the target itself. Before shooting, choose a location with a substantial natural or constructed backstop that is capable of safely stopping the projectile. Never fire toward the horizon, over hills, across roadways, or in any direction where you cannot account for where the bullet may ultimately come to rest.

Every round fired carries a responsibility. Once a bullet leaves the barrel, there is no way to call it back. A moment of carelessness can result in irreversible consequences for innocent people and their families.

The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department supports the lawful, safe, and responsible use of fi****ms. We also have zero tolerance for negligent or reckless firearm use that places others at risk. If your actions result in damage to another person's home or property, or worse, cause injury or death, you may face criminal charges and be held accountable under the law.

Please make safety your highest priority every time you shoot. Use an appropriate backstop. Know your target and what is beyond it. Protect your family, your neighbors, and our community through responsible firearm ownership.

07/24/2026

A Great Ending to a Special Rescue Story

On May 11, 2026, while conducting a traffic stop along the interstate, Deputy Cat Wolfe and Deputy Kanon Stewart noticed an owl sitting just off the shoulder of the roadway. After taking a closer look, they found the owl had an injured wing and was unable to fly.

The owl was safely rescued and transported to Raptors Rise Rehabilitation Center, where it received specialized care for more than two months.

On July 18, 2026, we were honored to watch this beautiful bird return to the wild. Seeing it spread its wings and fly free was a rewarding reminder that even small acts of compassion can make a lasting difference.

A special thank you to Raptors Rise Rehabilitation Center for the incredible work they do. Their rehabilitation efforts are made possible through grants, donations, and their own personal dedication to caring for injured birds of prey. If you’re looking for a worthy local cause to support, we encourage you to consider them.

Great job, Deputy Wolfe and Deputy Stewart, for taking the time to make a difference—not just for our community, but for our wildlife as well. 🦉

07/11/2026

🍿 Congratulations to Chief Brad Rothrock and Officers Chris Burks, Cat Wolfe, and Tate Anderson for popping the competition and bringing home the trophy in this year’s “Pop Off” competition at the Corydon Popcorn Festival!

They proved that teamwork doesn’t stop when the uniforms come off. Thank you for representing our department with pride, being great sports, and taking the time to connect with our community in a fun way.

We’re proud to have officers who are always willing to serve and support local events! 🏆🍿

07/04/2026

07/03/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 07-03-2026

Harrison County Sheriff’s Department (Indiana) Investigating Fatal Shooting; Suspect Arrested

On Thursday, July 2, 2026, at approximately 9:59 p.m., Harrison County 911 Dispatch received a 911 call from a male reporting an accidental gunshot at a residence on Hillcrest Drive in Mauckport, Harrison County, Indiana.

Harrison County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the residence and located an adult female with a gunshot wound to the chest. She was pronounced deceased at the scene. The victim has been identified as 40 year old Sara M. Lang.

The 911 caller was identified as the victim’s husband, 32 year old Stephen Ray Lang, who has been arrested in connection with this incident.

Stephen Ray Lang has been preliminarily charged with Murder, Domestic Battery, Intimidation, and Pointing a Firearm.

Investigators determined that a 9mm semi-automatic handgun was used in the shooting. Two juvenile children, a 4-year-old female and a 14-year-old male, were present at the residence at the time of the incident.

An autopsy will be performed as Harrison County Detectives, and the Harrison County Coroner continue their investigation.

***All defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.***