Daviess County Sheriff

05/30/2026

05/28/2026

Today we recognize and celebrate the retirement of two incredible K9 partners — Storm and Focus. 🐾

After years of loyal service, dedication, and hard work, these amazing K9s are officially hanging up their vests and beginning a well-earned retirement. From protecting our community to standing beside their handlers every single day, Storm and Focus have left a lasting impact that will never be forgotten.

A special thank you goes to their handlers, Tyler and Jared, for the countless hours of training, commitment, and partnership they shared with their K9 partners.

We are grateful for the service, sacrifice, and teamwork shown by these outstanding teams throughout their careers.

Please join us in congratulating Storm, Focus, Tyler, and Jared on this next chapter. We wish Storm and Focus many years filled with rest, treats, and endless belly rubs. 💙🐕

05/27/2026

NEWS RELEASE

SINGLE VEHICLE CRASH LEAVES ONE DECEASED

May 27th, 2026

The Daviess County Sheriff's Office is investigating a traffic fatality accident that occurred on State Road 57 near CR 575 S, Sandy Hook Curve area.
At approximately 11:27am, Daviess County Central Dispatch received a call of a vehicle that struck a guardrail.

The investigation shows Amanda John, age 50, of Velpen Indiana, was driving a white 2024 Chevy Tahoe, south bound on State Road 57. For an unknown reason, the vehicle went off the west side of the roadway, striking a guard rail, and came to rest in a deep ditch.

Mrs. John was pronounced deceased at the scene. Mrs. John’s family has been notified.

The Daviess County Sheriff’s Office is the investigating agency.

The Daviess County Sheriff's Office was assisted at the scene by the Veale Township Volunteer Fire Department, the Washington Township Volunteer Fire Department, the Daviess County Ambulance Service, the Daviess County Coroner’s Office, and Countryside Wrecker Service.

05/27/2026

Deputies are working an accident on S State Road 57 & 575 S (Sandy Hook Curve), please avoid the area while responders work.

05/20/2026

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05/14/2026

During National Police Week, the Daviess County Sheriff's Office proudly recognizes the dedication, courage, and sacrifice of the men and women who serve and protect our community every day.

We honor the deputies who wear the badge with integrity, remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and thank the families who stand beside them in service.

Your commitment to keeping Daviess County safe does not go unnoticed. Please join us this week in showing appreciation for all law enforcement officers who answer the call day and night.

Join with us on Friday May 15th at 1pm as we have a our annual Memorial Ceremony at the Daviess County Courthouse. All are welcome to attend.

05/09/2026

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
5-8-2026

The Daviess County Sheriff’s Office to increase patrols to target seatbelt enforcement

May 11th- May 31st, 2026 – The Daviess County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to urge Hoosiers to buckle up as part of the national “Click It or Ticket” campaign, a high-visibility enforcement effort focused on increasing seatbelt use.

Beginning May 11 through May 31, 2026, officers will work overtime to ensure drivers and passengers are using their seatbelts and children are properly secured. The overtime patrols are funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) through ICJI’s Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction Program (CHIRP).

“Buckling up is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect yourself and your loved ones on the road,” said Douglas Huntsinger, executive director of the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. “Seatbelts save lives every day, and every trip should begin with making sure everyone is secured before hitting the road.”

Since 2021, Indiana has seen a steady decline in fatalities among passenger vehicle occupants not wearing seatbelts. Seatbelt usage among Hoosiers has also increased, reaching 94.1% in 2025 according to the Annual Seat Belt Usage Survey conducted by Purdue University Center for Road Safety in partnership with ICJI. This rate is above the national average of 91.2% usage in 2024.

“Too often, we see tragedies that could have been prevented with one simple click of a seatbelt,” said Sheriff Gary Allison. “Buckling up isn’t just the law. It’s a responsibility that helps ensure you make it home safely.”

Indiana law requires drivers and all passengers to buckle up. Children under age eight must be properly restrained in a federally approved child car seat or booster seat. Drivers can be cited for lack of seat belt use, but also for each unbuckled passenger under the age of 16.

Parents and caregivers are encouraged to make sure children are in the right car seat and that it is used correctly and properly installed. Resources can be found at www.nhtsa.gov/TheRightSeat. To schedule an appointment with a certified car seat safety technician at one of Indiana’s 100 fitting stations, visit on.in.gov/SafeKids.

CHIRP is supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and administered by the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. For more information about ICJI’s traffic safety programs, visit www.in.gov/cji.


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04/30/2026

🚧 INDOT has closed State Road 257 South of Washington due to flooding. 🚧