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Official page for the Jackson County, MO Sheriff's Office. This page is not monitored 24/7, however it is maintained by the Sheriff’s Office.

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05/29/2026

The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance with locating a missing juvenile. If you have any information on the whereabouts, please contact our office at the phone number listed.

04/23/2026

****Scam Alert****

We have been informed that callers are attempting to scam citizens, using the names Captain Henderson and Deputy Darks. Please be aware that the Sheriff’s Office does not initiate calls to request compensation or payments from citizens. Please do not disclose sensitive and/or personal information if you receive one of these calls.

04/21/2026

****Update****
The juvenile has been located safe and returned to his family. Thank you for your assistance.

The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance with locating a missing juvenile. If you have any information on the whereabouts, please contact our office at the phone number listed.

04/06/2026

It has been brought to the attention of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, that this particular message has been circulating around the community. If you have received this message, please do not render to them any personal information, including and up to payments of any kind. Our office does NOT participate in activities such as these. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

04/03/2026

Today, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office would like to formally recognize Detention Center Interim Director Lucas Castilleja for his distinguished career and ongoing contributions to the field of corrections and public service.

Interim Director Castilleja earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, with a minor in Sociology, from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. He brings nearly twenty years of progressive experience in the criminal justice system, marked by leadership, operational excellence, and a commitment to professional standards.

From 2010 to 2018, Interim Director Castilleja served with Jackson County Family Court in multiple roles of increasing responsibility, including Superintendent. In this role, he functioned as facility head and led efforts to maintain compliance with national, state, and federal standards.

His accomplishments include successful accreditation audits, implementation of trauma-informed care practices, advancement of strategic inmate management techniques to reduce the use of solitary confinement, and development of collaborative programs to support at-risk youth.

Since 2019, Interim Director Castilleja has served various roles within Jackson County Detention Center including Accreditation Manager, the coordinator of the Training and Safety and Security Units, PREA Coordinator, Defensive Tactics Instructor, and liaison to medical and mental health service providers. His work has supported key initiatives such as the implementation of a Medication Assisted Treatment program and collaboration on statewide mental health and competency restoration efforts.

Interim Director Castilleja maintains active involvement in the broader corrections community. He serves on the Board of Directors for the International Association of Correctional Training Personnel, represents his agency in the Blueprint for Safety workgroup addressing domestic violence, and is a frequent presenter at national conferences for correctional and law enforcement professionals.

Interim Director Castilleja demonstrates strong leadership skills that will continue to lead us in our transition period to the new detention center. His career reflects a sustained dedication to integrity, leadership, professionalism, and the advancement of correctional practices.

We are proud to have Interim Director Castilleja as part of our Jackson Sheriff’s Office Detention Center Team, please help us recognize him for his continued service to Jackson County.

03/13/2026

***Update***
The juvenile has been located, thank you for your assistance.

The Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance with locating a missing juvenile. If you have any information on the whereabouts, please contact our detectives at the phone number provided.

03/09/2026

Motivation Monday
“Manage your minors and your majors”.

03/03/2026

Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Honor guard assisting the Christian County Sheriffs office honoring Deputy Ramirez and Deputy Hislope that were killed in the line of duty.

02/12/2026

Tonight.

Address

4001 NE Lakewood Court
Lees Summit, MO
64064

Telephone

+18165418017

Website

http://www.jacksongov.org/sheriff

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