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NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY  When the call comes, they show up. When others need help, they step forward. Today, we ho...
10/28/2026

NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY

When the call comes, they show up. When others need help, they step forward.

Today, we honor the men and women who serve our communities, from law enforcement and fire personnel to EMS, search and rescue, dispatchers, and those who support them behind the scenes.

To all who serve Inyo County and beyond, thank you for your dedication, your sacrifices, and your commitment to others. We appreciate you today and every day.

Inyo County Sheriff’s Office Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month Throughout October, our team has been wearing pink t...
10/27/2026

Inyo County Sheriff’s Office Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Throughout October, our team has been wearing pink to show our support for everyone whose lives have been touched by breast cancer.
Behind every pink patch is a reminder of those fighting this disease, the survivors who inspire us, the families standing beside their loved ones, and those we carry in our hearts.

To everyone affected by breast cancer, we stand with you. As October comes to a close, we’re reminded that awareness, early detection, and support matter every month of the year.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Deceased Person Located in Dixon CanalOn Monday, October 26, 2026, at approximately 11:32 a.m., In...
10/26/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Deceased Person Located in Dixon Canal
On Monday, October 26, 2026, at approximately 11:32 a.m., Inyo County Sheriff’s Office (ICSO) deputies were dispatched to the 1700 block of North Sierra Highway regarding a report of a deceased person in the canal.
Deputies located a deceased person in the water along the northwest portion of the Dixon Canal. With assistance from the Bishop Police Department and Bishop Fire Department, the individual was recovered from the water. The Inyo County Coroner’s Office subsequently took custody of the deceased.

The Inyo County Sheriff’s Office and Inyo County Coroner’s Office are conducting an investigation into the death. There is no known threat to the public at this time.

Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact ICSO Investigator Howard through the Sheriff’s Office non-emergency dispatch line at 760-878-0383.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Deceased Individual Recovered on Mount Whitney On October 19, 2026, at approximately 9:40 p.m., t...
10/26/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Deceased Individual Recovered on Mount Whitney

On October 19, 2026, at approximately 9:40 p.m., the Inyo County Sheriff’s Office (ICSO) received a report from motel staff in Lone Pine regarding a guest who had failed to check out and left personal belongings behind. Staff reported the guest had planned to hike in the area.
Deputies initially had limited information regarding the individual’s intended route or whereabouts. Attempts to contact him through the department’s Rapid Deploy messaging system went unanswered.
On October 20, 2026, at approximately 1:00 p.m., ICSO personnel located the individual’s vehicle at Whitney Portal. Through coordination with the U.S. Forest Service, deputies confirmed the individual had a permit for the Mountaineer’s Route on October 18, 2026.
Later that day, a California Highway Patrol (CHP) helicopter located a deceased climber along the Mountaineer’s Route on Mount Whitney. A storm system subsequently moved into the area, bringing snow and hazardous weather conditions that delayed recovery efforts.
On Sunday, October 25,2026, conditions allowed recovery operations to proceed. CHP helicopter H-82 inserted a highly skilled Inyo County Search and Rescue (SAR) team at Iceberg Lake. The team navigated snow and ice to reach the climber, whose remains were covered in snow. Using specialized technical skills and extreme caution, the team reached the location, and H-82 hoisted the individual from an elevation of approximately 13,600 feet. The team then hiked back to Iceberg Lake, where H-82 transported them from the area.

The deceased individual was transferred to the Inyo County Coroner’s Office for positive identification.

The Inyo County Sheriff’s Office extends its sincere condolences to the individual’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.

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Incarcerated Communications System UpdateThe Inyo County Sheriff’s Office will be introducing a new incarcerated communi...
10/26/2026

Incarcerated Communications System Update

The Inyo County Sheriff’s Office will be introducing a new incarcerated communications system beginning October 27, 2026.
Please see the flyer below for additional information and details on the new system.

Did you know that by California law, dogs 4 months of age and older are required to be rabies vaccinated and licensed wi...
10/23/2026

Did you know that by California law, dogs 4 months of age and older are required to be rabies vaccinated and licensed with their local jurisdiction? See the flyer below on how to license your pup with our official partner DocuPet 🐾

Owners can easily license online at https://inyocounty.docupet.com/en_US/ or at one of the locations listed below. Call the shelter at 760-938-2715 with any questions.

State Route 190 is OPEN 🟢 from Panamint Valley Road to Stovepipe Wells in Death Valley National Park.For the latest info...
10/22/2026

State Route 190 is OPEN 🟢 from Panamint Valley Road to Stovepipe Wells in Death Valley National Park.

For the latest information on road closures, please visit the Caltrans QuickMap website at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the app to your smartphone. You can also call the Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623).

State Route 190 is CLOSED from Panamint Valley Road to Stovepipe Wells in Death Valley National Park due to flooding. Th...
10/22/2026

State Route 190 is CLOSED from Panamint Valley Road to Stovepipe Wells in Death Valley National Park due to flooding. There is no estimated time of reopening.

For the latest information on road closures, please visit the Caltrans QuickMap website at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the app to your smartphone. You can also call the Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623).

State Route 190 is 🛑 CLOSED from Panamint Valley Road to Stovepipe Wells in Death Valley National Park due to flooding. There is no estimated time of reopening.

For the latest information on road closures, please visit the Caltrans QuickMap website at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the app to your smartphone. You can also call the Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623).

Showing up for our communities and supporting our youth is what it’s all about!On Thursday, October 15, it was time for ...
10/20/2026

Showing up for our communities and supporting our youth is what it’s all about!

On Thursday, October 15, it was time for our first book-reading visit of the school year at Bishop Indian Head Start! We love sharing stories and spending time with our local youth. Thank you to Lora Terrasas, Probation Specialist, for joining us!

On Sunday, October 18, we were excited to join the Bishop Paiute Tribe’s Let’s Roll Into Safety Bike Rodeo. Thank you for inviting us to be part of this great community event!

We’re grateful for the partnerships that bring us together to support our youth and strengthen our communities.

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