Hamilton County Kansas Sheriff's Office

Hamilton County Kansas Sheriff's Office Sheriff Mike Wilson This is the official page of the Hamilton County Kansas Sheriff's Office. Please dial 911 for emergencies.

Non-emergency calls for law enforcement service should be directed to the Hamilton County dispatch center at (620) 384-5616. Sheriff Mike Wilson
Undersheriff Jordan Grabowski
Dispatch Supervisor Brooke Kuder

The Sheriff’s Office is glad to see so many kids spending time outdoors instead of on their devices.We do want to remind...
05/05/2026

The Sheriff’s Office is glad to see so many kids spending time outdoors instead of on their devices.

We do want to remind everyone riding bicycles and electric scooters/bicycles to follow the rules of the road. This includes obeying traffic signs, riding in the proper direction, and staying alert to vehicles and pedestrians. Safety should always come first.

We encourage parents to talk with their kids about safe riding practices so everyone can continue to enjoy our streets responsibly.

Notice to U50 and K27 traffic: a brief delay is anticipated on May 4th, 2026, at approximately 11:30 am Mountain Time, d...
04/30/2026

Notice to U50 and K27 traffic: a brief delay is anticipated on May 4th, 2026, at approximately 11:30 am Mountain Time, due to the 30th Anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America, with around 150 motorcycles expected to pass through the stop lights en route to Wichita, Kansas.

Congratulations to our 2026 Scholarship Recipient, Antonio Rivas! We wish you the best in your future endeavors.
04/29/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 Scholarship Recipient, Antonio Rivas! We wish you the best in your future endeavors.

On April 23, 2026, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a suspect attempting to fill fraudulent...
04/24/2026

On April 23, 2026, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a suspect attempting to fill fraudulent prescriptions at local pharmacies in southwest Kansas. The suspect, identified as Daniel Ronald Westlund, 49, left the Syracuse pharmacy before deputies arrived.

A BOLO was issued, and the suspect was later located and arrested by the Kearny County Sheriff’s Office in Lakin, Kansas. Authorities recovered suspected codeine cough syrup, prescription medications, and methamphetamine from the vehicle.

The investigation revealed the suspect had targeted multiple pharmacies in the area using fraudulent electronic prescriptions. Additional charges are pending in multiple jurisdictions, including Hamilton County.

Anyone with information or has been encountered by this individual please contact the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office.

At this time the charges are merely accusations, and all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

On April 18, 2026, at approximately 1:14 a.m., deputies with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports o...
04/22/2026

On April 18, 2026, at approximately 1:14 a.m., deputies with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of gunfire outside the Windbreak Club in Syracuse, KS. Investigation revealed a vehicle collision followed by multiple shots fired from a red pickup, and a suspect was later identified as Elueterio Morales-Vega (35) of Johnson, KS. Morales-Vega was located and arrested. Multiple search warrants were executed with the help of the Stanton County Sheriff's Office A firearm and ammunition were located. The investigation remains ongoing.

Morales-Vega was charged with the following:

-Aggravated Assault
-Criminal Discharge of a Firearm
-Failure to stop at an accident

At this time the charges are merely accusations and all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

On November 11, 2025 the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of W. U50 Hwy. an...
04/22/2026

On November 11, 2025 the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of W. U50 Hwy. and N. Main St. in Coolidge, KS. K9 Speedy alerted to the odor of narcotics in the vehicle. The vehicle was searched and there was approximately 300 Fentanyl pills located in the engine compartment. The following occupants were arrested, charged, and convicted:

Richard Johnston:
-Unlawful Possession of controlled Substance w/ Intent to Distribute
– Sentenced to 102 months in the Kansas Department of Correctional Facility

Denyse Otero:
-Unlawful Possession w/ Intent to Distribute
–Sentenced to 24 months of probation

Bridget Rich:
-Unlawful Possession w/ Intent to Distribute
–Sentenced to 18 months of probation

UPDATE:Juvenile has been located and returned home safely! 🚨 MISSING JUVENILE – PLEASE SHARE 🚨The Hamilton County Sherif...
03/16/2026

UPDATE:

Juvenile has been located and returned home safely!

🚨 MISSING JUVENILE – PLEASE SHARE 🚨
The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing juvenile.
Stefanie Torres Martinez, age 14, has been reported missing. Stefanie was last seen wearing the black shirt shown in the photograph and a blue skirt at her residence around 8:30 PM last night. Believed to be accompanied by Carlos George, age 17.
If you have seen Stefanie or know of her whereabouts, please contact the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office immediately at (620) 384-5616 or call 911.
Any information could help bring Stefanie home safely.
Please share this post to help us spread the word.

Text message scam going out to residents! Please do not click on the link. State of Kansas Department of Vehicles(DMV) F...
03/12/2026

Text message scam going out to residents! Please do not click on the link.
State of Kansas Department of Vehicles(DMV) Final Notice:
Enforcement Penalties Begin on March 12.
Our records show you have an unresolved traffic violation.
Pursuant to Kansas
Administrative Code 15C-16.003, failure to pay in full by March 11, 2026, will result in:
1. Reporting to the DMV violation database
2. Suspension of your vehicle registration effective March 12
3. 30-day suspension of driving privileges
4. Referral to a collection agency with a 35% administrative fee
5. Potential legal action and adverse credit impact
Pay Now:
https://ks.gov-bbnf.bond/dm

02/15/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office

Date: February 14, 2026

Shooting Investigation – Coolidge, Kansas

On February 14, 2026, at approximately 7:00 p.m., the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a shooting at Maria’s Cafe in Coolidge, Kansas.

Shortly after the initial report, an additional call was received regarding a vehicle that had been struck by gunfire within the city of Coolidge. Additional reports of gunshots were later received from across the state line in Colorado.

No injuries were reported in Coolidge.

The Prowers County Sheriff’s Office located and took one subject into custody in connection with the incident.

This remains an active investigation. No further information is being released at this time.

Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office

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103 W Avenue C
Syracuse, KS
67878

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+16203845616

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