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11/01/2026

Happy Halloween from three of our amazing K9s! 🎃🐾

Patrol K9 Vinnie, Digital Forensics K9 Cache, and Drug Detection K9 Dozer.

10/31/2026

🦸‍♂️🧙‍♀️🎃 The Sheriff’s Office was taken over Friday by superheroes, pirates, princesses, and a few mysterious creatures!

We welcomed lots of trick-or-treaters who stopped by to show off their costumes and pick up some Halloween treats. Our staff had a blast seeing all the creativity and holiday spirit.

Thanks for making us part of your Halloween adventure. Have a fun, safe, and spooky Halloween! 👻🍬

10/30/2026

👻 Boo! Calling all little ghosts, goblins, superheroes, and princesses!

Stop by the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office for some Halloween fun and treats!

Deputies and staff are excited to welcome trick-or-treaters throughout the day.
🎃 Trick-or-Treat at the Sheriff's Office
📅 Friday, October 30
⏰ 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
📍 Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Main Office

We can't wait to see your costumes! 🍬👻🦇

10/29/2026

Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Kyle Turpen honors the victims, students, staff, and families of the Silver Rail Elementary tragedy by playing Amazing Grace on the bagpipes before last Friday’s varsity football game between the Caldera Wolfpack and Crook County Cowboys. Sgt. Turpen was among the first responders on scene that day.

10/28/2026

Unanimous Decision! 👊🥊

This past weekend, Patrol Deputy Dylan Hicks stepped into the ring at the NorCal Battle of the Badges in Sacramento, proudly representing the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office. We are thrilled to share that he brought home a unanimous decision victory in his super middleweight bout.

After the fight, he dedicated his win to the victims, families, and community affected by the Silver Rail Elementary School tragedy. It was a meaningful moment that reflected both his compassion and his commitment to the community he serves.

We are proud of his hard work, his sportsmanship, and the care he shows on and off duty. Congratulations, Deputy. We look forward to cheering you on in your next challenge.

10/28/2026

Last weekend, our dedicated and highly experienced Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue volunteers from the Mountain Rescue Unit (MRU) conducted an overnight rescue on Broken Top. We want to take a moment to recognize their outstanding work in extremely challenging conditions.

On Friday, October 23, 2026, at approximately 3:15 p.m., Deschutes County 911 received a report of a 34-year-old Bend man who was stranded on the east-facing ridge above the crater of Broken Top. Although he was familiar with the area and had climbed it before, conditions were significantly different. The lack of snow and the unstable, crumbly rock created hazards he was not equipped to navigate without proper climbing gear.

Due to the hazardous terrain and the dropping temperatures, four experienced volunteers from our Mountain Rescue Unit were deployed. At 6:20 p.m., two rescuers were flown by AirLink to a landing zone on the northwest ridge of Broken Top. At 7:04 p.m., two additional rescuers were transported to the same location. Working as two climbing teams, they navigated steep slopes, loose rock, cliff exposure, and complete darkness before linking up on a single safe route.

At 2:13 a.m., on Saturday, October 24, after hours of careful climbing, volunteers reached the stranded man and secured him with appropriate climbing gear. They then began the ascent toward the summit, arriving at 6:30 a.m.

The Army National Guard, which had been unable to assist the previous evening due to altitude and fading daylight, arrived at 9:06 a.m. to hoist the man and two rescuers to the West Village parking lot at Mt. Bachelor, where Bend Fire and Rescue stood by. At 10:02 a.m., the remaining rescuers were also hoisted from the summit. No medical treatment was required.

We are incredibly proud of our volunteers who selflessly give their time, training, and expertise to serve our community in difficult and often dangerous conditions. We also extend our appreciation to the State SAR Coordinator with the Department of Emergency Management, AirLink, and the Army National Guard for their coordinated assistance with this rescue.

10/27/2026

There are moments when a room shifts in an instant, when calm settles over people simply because a dog walks in. That is exactly what the LCC K9 Comfort Dogs brought to DCSO during a recent visit with our staff. Their presence was uplifting and genuinely appreciated.

This amazing group of humans and their K9s have been visiting first responders, City of Bend employees, and Bend La Pine Schools to offer prayer, support, and thanks for the response to the tragedy at Silver Rail Elementary. They also presented Sheriff Rupert with a signed plaque.

The LCC K9 Comfort Dog Ministry, launched in 2008, trains Golden Retrievers to serve as calming and supportive companions during both daily challenges and times of crisis. More than 130 Comfort Dogs are placed across 27 states, serving in their communities and deploying nationwide when disasters strike, always at no cost to those they help.

10/26/2026

The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Announces Expansion of School Resource Deputy Program

Bend, Ore. -- The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is expanding its School Resource Deputy (SRD) program as part of Sheriff Ty Rupert’s operational plan and ongoing discussions with Command Staff and community partners. The position was posted last Thursday, October 22nd. Out of respect for affected families who held memorial services Friday and Saturday, Sheriff Ty Rupert delayed making a public announcement until today.

In response to the recent tragedy at Silver Rail Elementary School, Sheriff Rupert has authorized an additional SRD position dedicated to serving county schools. This expansion underscores the Sheriff’s Office’s commitment to maintaining a strong, coordinated law-enforcement presence in local schools and supporting partner districts during critical incidents.

“Our schools must remain safe places for students to learn and grow. Expanding our School Resource Deputy program strengthens our partnership with local districts and reinforces our commitment to protecting children, staff, and families throughout Deschutes County,” said Deschutes County Sheriff Ty Rupert.

An experienced deputy who previously served as an SRD has been temporarily assigned to provide interim school coverage until a new deputy is hired.

The SRD position is now posted internally, and the deputy selected will be assigned to an area that best fits the needs of the team and our schools. Adding an additional SRD enhances the Sheriff’s Office’s ability to prevent, prepare for, and respond to threats in local schools while providing a visible and trusted law‑enforcement presence for students, staff, and families.

“I want to acknowledge the fears and expectations of families who are asking for full-time SRDs in every school, and today’s action is one step forward,” said Sheriff Rupert. “Protecting our entire county is critical, and our schools have become an even higher priority following this tragedy. I’ll continue partnering with Bend‑La Pine Schools and our community to build on our SRD program that helps better protect our children.”

The Sheriff’s Office currently has three full‑time SRDs serving schools in Sisters, La Pine, Terrebonne, Tumalo, Bend's Buckingham Elementary, Realms Middle School, and Sunriver's Three Rivers School. Adding this new position will bring the team to four deputies, and the Sheriff’s Office will continue working on future plans to further expand the SRD program.

10/22/2026

Deschutes County, Ore. – The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has seen an increase in the number of residents seeking to apply for a Concealed Handgun License (CHL) following last week’s tragic shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School. Since the incident, 204 individuals have signed up to begin the process of obtaining a CHL.

“Often after major incidents that impact our community, we see more interest in concealed handgun licenses,” said Deschutes County Sheriff Ty Rupert. “This trend is consistent with what we have observed historically, and we understand why many residents are thinking more about personal and family safety right now.”

In response to the heightened community interest, DCSO has scheduled an additional Concealed Handgun License training class on Saturday, November 14th. There are 45 spots available in the class, and nine citizens have already signed up. Additional classes will be made available based on demand.

CHL Training Information
✅ Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7am – 12pm
✅ Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, 63333 Hwy 20, Bend, Oregon
✅ Cost: $150 (includes training and application fees)
✅ Sign up for the class using this link: deschutescounty.setster.com/

As a reminder, Oregon law requires individuals seeking a CHL to complete an approved handgun safety course, submit an application through the Sheriff’s Office, pass a background check, and attend an in-person appointment. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, reside in Deschutes County, be a U.S. citizen, and meet all eligibility requirements regarding criminal history and mental health prohibitions.

Sheriff Rupert emphasizes that fi***rm ownership carries significant responsibilities beyond the application process.

“Individuals have lawful rights related to fi***rm ownership, and those rights carry important responsibilities. Anyone considering purchasing a fi***rm, who has recently purchased one, or who is applying for a Concealed Handgun License should take time to make an informed decision, complete appropriate safety training, understand applicable laws, and plan for secure storage and responsible handling of any fi***rm,” explained Sheriff Rupert.

For more information on obtaining a CHL, visit the Sheriff’s Office website: sheriff.deschutes.org/services/concealed-handgun-license/

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63333 Highway 20 W
Bend, OR
97703

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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http://sheriff.deschutes.org/

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