McPherson County KS Sheriff's Office

06/13/2026

2026 McPherson County Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run

Last Friday, we joined some of the incredible athletes of Special Olympics Kansas, officers and staff of McPherson KS Police Department, and community member for the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run down Main St.

It is always amazing to see the support and help raise funds for our athletes.

Thank you to everyone who helps put together the event, and those who participated!

06/11/2026

🚨🚨TORNADO WARNING🚨🚨
******WARNING**EXPIRED******

Storm capable of producing a tornado and large hail located at Nickerson moving east.

06/10/2026

On Wednesday, June 10, Sergeant Rahe and Sheriff Montagne presented at Canton-Galva High School. This presentation was given to the Drivers Ed class in the Ashley Austin Agriculture Room.

The presentation covered topics about driving impaired, texting while driving and speeding. More broadly, the class was given instruction on safe driving, what to do when pulled over and statutory requirements of a driver.

During the presentation, many fatal crash victims were remembered and spoke of. Following the presentation we were honored to answer several questioms from the class. Our mission, is to provide safe roads and prevent tragedy, we hope this message got through and stays with these new drivers throughout their lives.

Thanks You to Instructor Rathbone, for inviting Sheriff Montagne and Sergeant Rahe to speak to our youth during this class.

06/09/2026

Last week, we had the privilege of joining CHS for their 2026 Safety Days! It’s always fun to get out and see all the faces and families behind CHS!

06/08/2026

Please join us in welcoming our newest Office Deputy, Erin! Erin comes to us from City of Canton and with several years of administrative background. She was sworn in this morning at the courthouse.

We are happy to have you on the team, Erin! Welcome!

06/06/2026

**UPDATE**
Weekends Stats from the SHERIFF's OFFICE (no city police departments or Kansas Highway Patorl).
During 18 hours of OPERATION ZERO enforcement, 66 vehicles were contacted.

During the operation, the following roadways saw traffic stops conducted:
Interstate 135
US 56 Highway
KS 61 Highway
Old 81 Highway
Cherokee Rd
Pawnee Rd
Shawnee Rd
Old 81 Bypass
14th Ave
22nd Ave
27th Ave

During the operation, the following violations were addressed:
Speeding
Racing on Roadway
Improper Turn
Improper Lane Use
Defective Equipment
Adult Seatbelt Use
Unsafe Passing

In total, from Saturday June 6 to Sunday June 7, the Sheriff's Office conducted 83 enforcement stops addressing the above violations, as well as the following:
Driving While Suspended
Drug Possession
Texting While Driving
Driving Without a Valid License
Permitting Unauthorized Drivers
Warrant Arrest

**ORIGINAL POST**

Starting June 6, 2026 the McPherson County Sheriff's Office, in conjunction with the Kansas Highway Patrol and Kansas Department of Transportation ,will take part in "Operation Zero".
This project is a traffic enforcement project focused on saving lives.
This project runs with an aggressive Zero Tolerance policy specifically for speeding, unrestrained occupants, aggressive/antagonistic driving and impaired driving.
All violators stopped during this enforcement period will be cited or jailed depending on the severity of the offense. This enforcement efforts will take place in June, July and August.
If you endanger yourself or others on our roadways, the consequences can be catastrophic. If you drive impaired, we will find you and if you run, we will catch you. If you are one that drives safely, we give thanks to you.

The GOAL, is no more empty seats at the table. No more unnecessary grief for families because of a senseless, preventable tragedy.
DRIVE TO ZERO fatal traffic crashes.

06/04/2026

This morning, Sheriff Montagne and other local agencies joined the K-State Extension Office for their annual Farm Safety Days. It is always a pleasure to help assist in teaching our younger generation ways to stay safe around farm equipment, safe bicycle riding, and much more.

Huge thank you to the K-State Extension - McPherson County office for hosting each year and allowing us to be a part!

05/28/2026

**UPDATE**
McPherson County Sheriff's Office located Mr. Leach safe in McPherson County.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BGioaidAo/

The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office requested a Silver Alert for 76-year-old Dale Leach, who went missing while driving a white 2011 Dodge Dakota. Authorities seek public help to locate him.

05/28/2026

Last Thursday, Sheriff Montagne joined the folks of Marquette for their annual Safety Day! It’s always a pleasure to meet and mingle with everyone.

05/27/2026

Congratulations to all the students that successfully completed the DARE program in the last classes for DARE Instructor Deputy Kinsley! Inman and Windom held their ceremonies at the end of the Spring school semester.

We also want to thank Deputy Kinsley for stepping in and becoming our DARE instructor for the last two years! We look forward to next year with whomever it may be, and wish Deputy Kinsley luck on her next adventure!