Simpson County Sheriff's Office

08/06/2026

As students head back to school, we encourage everyone to take a moment to watch this informative video from another Sheriff’s Office explaining Kentucky’s new school bus safety law.

Understanding these updates is an important step in helping keep our students safe and ensuring drivers know their responsibilities when approaching a stopped school bus.

Please take a few minutes to watch and consider sharing this post to help educate others. Together, we can make this a safe school year for everyone.

07/15/2026

07/12/2026

🚨 SCAM ALERT – FRAUDULENT RENTAL LISTINGS

The Simpson County Sheriff’s Office has received reports of fraudulent rental listings being shared on TikTok using photos of legitimate properties in Franklin and Simpson County.

These posts advertise homes for rent and instruct interested renters to text or call the same phone number, even though the properties are listed by different property owners or real estate agencies. We have confirmed that at least some of these listings are not legitimate.

⚠️ Please protect yourself:
• Never send a security deposit, application fee, or first month’s rent before verifying the listing.
• Always meet the property owner, landlord, or licensed property manager in person at the property before exchanging money.
• Verify that the person advertising the property has the legal authority to rent it.
• Be especially cautious if you are pressured to act quickly or asked to pay through cash apps, wire transfers, or other non-traditional payment methods.

If you believe you have been the victim of a rental scam, please contact the Simpson County Sheriff’s Office or your local law enforcement agency immediately.

Please share this post to help protect others from becoming victims.

07/09/2026

Updated:

🎉 Tickets Are Sold Out! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets and showed their support.

A special thank you to American Legion, Talluah Dinwiddie and Walmart for allowing us to set up and sell tickets. Your support helps make Shop with a Deputy possible, and we truly appreciate your partnership.

The drawing will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The winner will be contacted after the drawing.

Good luck to everyone!

🎟️ Get your raffle ticket before the July 15 drawing for a chance to win a Henry “Golden Boy” .22 Caliber Lever Action Rifle!
Sponsored by the American Legion, with 100% of proceeds benefiting the Christmas Shop with a Deputy program to help local children and families in need.
Don’t miss your chance to win and support a great cause!
We have a deputy set up at Walmart so stop by and see him at the table to get your ticket today!

07/04/2026

As we celebrate 250 years of freedom, may we continue to seek God’s guidance and cherish the liberties we’ve been blessed with.
God bless the U.S.A.

07/03/2026

🇺🇸4th of July Weekend Safety Reminder🇺🇸

As we celebrate Independence Day, the Simpson County Sheriff’s Office wishes everyone a fun, safe, and enjoyable holiday weekend!

Please stay hydrated, take breaks from the heat, and check on family members, neighbors, and anyone vulnerable to extreme temperatures. Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle, even briefly, and make sure pets and livestock have fresh water and shade.

There is currently no burn ban in Simpson County, and no county ordinance prohibits fireworks. However, dry grass and brush can ignite quickly, so use fireworks responsibly. Keep a water hose, bucket of water, or fire extinguisher nearby, fully extinguish used fireworks before disposing of them, and please limit fireworks to July 4th and avoid using them after 10:00 p.m.

If you’re celebrating within the City of Franklin, follow the city’s fireworks rules and regulations.

Please be a good neighbor. Late night fireworks can be stressful for young children, veterans, pets, and livestock. A little courtesy goes a long way.

From all of us at the Simpson County Sheriff’s Office, we wish you and your family a safe, happy, and memorable 4th of July!🇺🇸💙

06/09/2026

‼️Scam Alert - from the Simpson County Detention Center

06/02/2026

The Simpson County Sheriff's Office currently has 5 openings for boys and 5 openings for girls to attend the Kentucky Sheriffs' Association Boys & Girls Ranch this summer!

📅 Boys Session: June 8–11, 2026
📅 Girls Session: June 12–18, 2026

The Boys & Girls Ranch provides youth with a fun, safe, and educational camp experience where they can make new friends, build confidence, and learn valuable life skills.

If you have a child between the ages of 8-11 interested in attending, please stop by the Simpson County Sheriff's Office to pick up an application. Applications must be submitted by the end of the day on June 3, 2026.

Spots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post!