Knox County, IN Sheriff’s Office

Knox County, IN Sheriff’s Office This page will be used as a source of information for the residents of Knox County.

The Knox County Sheriff's Office administration office will be closed on Monday, September 07, 2026, in observance of La...
09/04/2026

The Knox County Sheriff's Office administration office will be closed on Monday, September 07, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. The office will reopen at 8:00 on Tuesday. Our road deputies and jail officers will be at work as usual.
Please be careful this holiday weekend.

Labor Day weekend is for making memories, not meeting law enforcement. If you drink, plan a sober ride home. Drive Sober...
09/04/2026

Labor Day weekend is for making memories, not meeting law enforcement. If you drink, plan a sober ride home. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.
Your Knox County Sheriff's Office reminds everyone that our deputies will be out this weekend looking for impaired drivers as well as enforcing seatbelt and hands-free devise regulations and aggressive driving.
Please be careful this weekend.

The total calls for service for the Knox County Sheriff’s Office in August was 787Here are the top 15 calls:Traffic Stop...
09/01/2026

The total calls for service for the Knox County Sheriff’s Office in August was 787

Here are the top 15 calls:
Traffic Stops 158
Vehicle crashes 56
Disabled/abandoned vehicle 52
911 hang-ups 39
Animal complaints 36
VIN checks 36
Warrants served 33
Citizen assists 28
Welfare checks 22
Burglar alarms 20
Suspicious person 20
SOR Registry checks 18
Attempt to locate reckless driver 16
Domestic violence 10
Agency assists 12

Knox County, IN, Sheriff’s Office deputies made 62 arrests in August.
Knox County, IN Sheriff’s Office Court paper service for August resulted in 231 subpoenas served and 33 Protective Orders served.
The Jail population on September 1, 2026, is 250 inmates.
200 males and 50 females.

Congratulations to our new jail officers for completing their Basic Jail Officer Training that covered Physical Tactics,...
08/28/2026

Congratulations to our new jail officers for completing their Basic Jail Officer Training that covered Physical Tactics, and fi****ms instruction. Procedural training (restraint techniques, inmate transport) Basic fitness training, and Legal education training.
Next up for these officers is Jail School 😀 for another 40 hours of intense training.

WANTED WEDNESDAYWANTED:Mariah D. LewisProbation ViolationPossession of methamphetamine < 5 gramsLevel 6 FelonyNeglect of...
08/26/2026

WANTED WEDNESDAY

WANTED:
Mariah D. Lewis
Probation Violation
Possession of methamphetamine < 5 grams
Level 6 Felony
Neglect of a dependent
Level 6 Felony

Happy Nation Dog Day to our great dogs 😎
08/26/2026

Happy Nation Dog Day to our great dogs 😎

CAPTUREDThanks to your tips we have located and captured Chris LockhartChristopher L. LockhartAuto theft- Level 6 Felony...
08/26/2026

CAPTURED
Thanks to your tips we have located and captured Chris Lockhart

Christopher L. Lockhart

Auto theft- Level 6 Felony

The Knox County Sheriff's Office has lowered flags in honor of the passing of Dolly Parton. Dolly was more than a music ...
08/26/2026

The Knox County Sheriff's Office has lowered flags in honor of the passing of Dolly Parton.
Dolly was more than a music legend — she was a shining light of kindness, talent, and generosity. Her songs, spirit, and compassion will continue to inspire and uplift for generations to come.
Fly high Dolly. You have earned your wings.

Our friends from Oak Village in Oaktown, IN stopped by and donated water and Gatorade as part of their Hydrate our Heros...
08/21/2026

Our friends from Oak Village in Oaktown, IN stopped by and donated water and Gatorade as part of their Hydrate our Heros program. The program’s mission is to provide hydration to the men and women who work hard every day to keep communities safe.
Thank you, Gerilyn (L) and Ashley (R), for your gift. Our hardworking deputies will appreciate it on these hot August days.

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2375 S Old Decker Road
Vincennes, IN
47591

Telephone

+18128827660

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