Washington County, Iowa Sheriff's Office

08/31/2026

Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time.

Air bags 🤝 Seat belts

A match made in...safety! Seat belts and air bags are a team. Help them work together and Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time.

08/16/2026

Mobile Crisis Response is available 24/7 in Washington County for those experiencing a mental health or personal crisis.

📞 Call/text 988 or Your Life Iowa at 855-581-8111 and ask for a mobile crisis team.

🚨 For emergencies, call 911.

💙 A crisis doesn't wait — and neither do we.

When life feels overwhelming, you shouldn't have to face it alone. Elevate's Mobile Crisis Response team comes to you — at home, or wherever you are — with compassionate, in-person support, 24/7.

Because sometimes the most powerful thing we can say is: "We're on our way." 🚪✨

📞 Call or text 988 or Your Life Iowa at (855) 581-8111 (call) / (855) 895-8398 (text) and ask for a mobile crisis team.

⚠️ If this is a life-threatening emergency, call 911.

Rise. Rebuild. Recover. 🌊

07/30/2026

🚸 School is right around the corner!

Slow down and stay alert for students, crosswalks, and crossing guards. 🛑Stop for school buses when the red lights are flashing.

A few extra seconds of caution can help keep everyone SAFE! ❤️

July is winding down, and the first day of school is right around the corner! 🚸

Now is the time to remind yourself to always:
🟡 Slow down.
🟡 Stay off your phone.
🟡 Stay alert for kids.

Let's keep our kids SAFE this year. ❤️

07/30/2026

🐾Support Our K9 Unit!🐾

Our K9 Unit Fundraiser is less than one month away!

Join us for our K9 Co****le Fundraiser and help support the training, equipment, and care of our K9 Unit. Every contribution helps keep these valuable partners serving our community.
Please share and help spread the word! 💙

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07/29/2026

Washington County Sheriff’s Office K9 Rino has received donation of body armor

Washington County Sheriff’s Office, IA - K9 Rino has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Rino’s vest was sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and embroidered with the sentiment “In memory of K9 Hobbs, Des Moines, IA - EOW 12/12/23”.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 6,603 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states, made possible by both private and corporate donations.

The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $1,050 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1800.00, weighs an average of 4-5 lbs., and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call (508) 824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.

06/17/2026

⛈️⚠️ Traffic Safety Reminder ⚠️⛈️

Heavy rain, strong thunderstorms, and localized flooding are creating hazardous driving conditions across eastern Iowa.

🚙 When you're behind the wheel:
🔵 Slow down
🔵 Increase your following distance
🔵 Use your headlights
🔵 Watch for standing water on roadways
🔵 Turn Around, Don't Drown®

Arrive safely. No destination is worth the risk.

Several states are bracing for severe weather — including flood watches. ⛈️⚠️

When you're behind the wheel, remember:
🔵 Drive slowly
🔵 Increase your following distance
🔵 Turn Around, Don't Drown!

06/16/2026

Update: 911 service has been restored in Washington County and other affected areas across Iowa. Emergency calls can now be placed normally. Thank you for your patience and understanding while service was being restored.

06/15/2026

There is a wide-spread incident in Iowa affecting 911 calls. If you try to call 911 in Washington County and cannot get through, please utilize the administrative line 319-653-2107. We apologize for any inconvenience and will update social media with any changes or resolution.

06/13/2026

🐾 Support Our K9 Unit! 🐾

Join us for our K9 Co****le Fundraiser and help support the training, equipment, and care of our K9 Unit. Every contribution helps keep these valuable partners serving our community.

Please share and help spread the word! 💙

****leTournament

05/22/2026

Washington County Sheriff’s Office K9 Rino to get donation of body armor

Washington County Sheriff’s Office, IA - K9 Rino will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Rino’s vest was sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and will be embroidered with the sentiment “In memory of K9 Hobbs, Des Moines, IA - EOW 12/12/23”. Delivery is expected within ten weeks.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 6,513 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states, made possible by both private and corporate donations.

The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old, actively employed, and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $1,050 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1800.00, weighs an average of 4-5 lbs., and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information, or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call (508) 824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.