Merced County Sheriff's Office

Merced County Sheriff's Office General Law Enforcement Services - 24 hours a day. Our lobby is open: Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm. To report a crime in progress, dial 911.

For non-emergencies, call 209-385-7445. This page is not monitored for reporting crimes. If you need to report a crime, please call the Merced County Sheriff's Office at 209-385-7445

It was a big morning at the Merced County Sheriff's Office as we celebrated several well-deserved promotions and welcome...
06/01/2026

It was a big morning at the Merced County Sheriff's Office as we celebrated several well-deserved promotions and welcomed new members to our team!

Congratulations to Captain Salacup, Lieutenant Becerra, Sergeant Ramirez, and Sergeant Cullum on their promotions! Each of these individuals has put in countless hours serving our community, and we're excited to see them continue their careers in their new roles.

We also had the honor of swearing in three new members to our Sheriff's Office family: Dispatcher Betzaida Mendoza, Custodial Deputy Arnulfo Rocha, and Deputy Coroner Joshua Montemayor. We are excited to have them on board and look forward to the impact they'll make as they begin their careers with our agency.

Congratulations to all of today's promotees and new hires. Thank you for your commitment to serving Merced County. We're proud to have you on our team! 👏👏

This morning, Deputy Dhami and his partner, K9 Bingo, had the opportunity to attend the Annual College & Career Day at A...
05/27/2026

This morning, Deputy Dhami and his partner, K9 Bingo, had the opportunity to attend the Annual College & Career Day at Ada Givens Elementary School!

Hundreds of students were excited to hear from Deputy Dhami about what a typical day on patrol looks like alongside Bingo, along with some fun stories and memorable moments from the job. A big thank you to Merced City School District for inviting us out to be part of such a fun and meaningful day!⭐

All smiles from K9 Nikko and our team at Castle’s Open Cockpit day! We had a great time connecting with our community an...
05/24/2026

All smiles from K9 Nikko and our team at Castle’s Open Cockpit day! We had a great time connecting with our community and checking out some awesome aircraft. Sergeant Domingue and Deputy Ezraeelo showed off some K9 training gear for the community to check out!

Merced County Sheriff's Animal Services Bureau was also on-site with dogs for adoption, as well as our aviation team! 🐾

Thanks for having us Castle Air Museum! ✈️👏

Happy Friday!Earlier today, Deputy Torres, Shelton, and Alsup attended Joe Stefani Elementary School in Merced for their...
05/22/2026

Happy Friday!

Earlier today, Deputy Torres, Shelton, and Alsup attended Joe Stefani Elementary School in Merced for their Annual Career Day. Students enjoyed asking questions about their careers on patrol and in specialty assignments like SRT, SWAT, and K9. K9 Cooper got some love today, too! The students enjoyed seeing him and learning about his job with Deputy Alsup! 👏

Today, Custodial Deputies Pulido and Sanchez attended Los Banos Elementary for their Career Fair! Students enjoyed askin...
05/20/2026

Today, Custodial Deputies Pulido and Sanchez attended Los Banos Elementary for their Career Fair! Students enjoyed asking many questions and learning more about potential career opportunities in our jail facilities! We love being able to impact the lives of children in our community! 👏👏👏

Earlier today, Deputy Garcia and Deputy Torres attended “Careers on Wheels” at Planada Elementary School, where they had...
05/20/2026

Earlier today, Deputy Garcia and Deputy Torres attended “Careers on Wheels” at Planada Elementary School, where they had the opportunity to show off their DIVE gear and educate students on the importance of water safety!

Both deputies also serve as divers on our Water Rescue and Recovery Team, responding to water-related emergencies throughout Merced County. Thank you to Planada Elementary for inviting us out to connect with students and share a little about what we do! ⭐

The Merced County Sheriff's Coroner’s Bureau needs the public's help locating the family of 66-year-old Stephen Eugene H...
05/20/2026

The Merced County Sheriff's Coroner’s Bureau needs the public's help locating the family of 66-year-old Stephen Eugene Hill. The Coroner's office believes Stephen has relatives in the Bay Area, but their whereabouts and information are unknown. It is crucial to locate the immediate family members so the Coroner's Office can release the body and allow him to have a proper burial. If you, or anyone you know, has any information, please contact our Coroner's Office at 209.385.7369.

After 27+ years of dedicated service to the Merced County Sheriff’s Office, we are wishing Carolyn Strong a very happy r...
05/20/2026

After 27+ years of dedicated service to the Merced County Sheriff’s Office, we are wishing Carolyn Strong a very happy retirement! 👏🏼💙

As one of our Security Systems Operators, Carolyn has been an essential part of our agency for nearly three decades. But beyond her role, she became something even greater to so many here, a motherly figure, a source of encouragement, and someone who could always bring laughter and light into the room.

Her kindness, humor, and genuine care for others have left a lasting impact on countless people within our agency. Carolyn, thank you for the years of dedication, support, and love you poured into this department!

Congratulations on your retirement, you’ve more than earned it! ⭐

On the afternoon of May 15, 2026, Deputies responded to a residence in the 2400 block of Beachwood Drive in Merced for a...
05/19/2026

On the afternoon of May 15, 2026, Deputies responded to a residence in the 2400 block of Beachwood Drive in Merced for a report of a child left in a car. The child was located by a Child Protective Services employee who was conducting follow-up at the residence for previous allegations of neglect. The child appeared to be sweating profusely and almost unconscious. After receiving medical care, the child was put in the care of a family member. The mother, 26-year-old Elizabeth Arms, was arrested and booked into the Merced County Jail for felony child abuse. The outcome in this incident could have been very different if the child had not been found in time. This is a stark reminder that a vehicle's temperature can rise to dangerous levels within minutes, even on a mild day. Please always check for your children before leaving your vehicle. This remains an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information can contact the Merced County Sheriff’s Office at 209.385.7445.

After more than 23 years of dedicated service, Custodial Deputy Mario Vergara is officially hanging up the uniform. 👏🏼Th...
05/19/2026

After more than 23 years of dedicated service, Custodial Deputy Mario Vergara is officially hanging up the uniform. 👏🏼

Throughout his career, Mario has been a steady presence within our agency, serving with professionalism and commitment. He concluded his career as a valued member of the Jail Build Team, helping shape the future of our department and leaving a lasting impact on those around him.

Thank you, Mario, for over two decades of hard work and dedication to the people of Merced County. Your service will not be forgotten, and we wish you nothing but the best in this next chapter. Enjoy retirement! 💙

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