Duchesne County Sheriff's Office

10/26/2026

🐷 FOUND: TWO POT-BELLIED PIGS 🐷

Two pot-bellied pigs were located in Myton near 400 West. One is smaller and mostly black. The other is larger with black-and-white markings, a white stripe down its face, and a pink snout with dark spots. As seen in the photos below.

Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control is seeking information regarding their owner. If these are your pigs or you know who owns them, please contact the Sheriff’s Office or Central Dispatch at 435-738-2424

Please share to help get these two home!

10/09/2026

🌟💜 GOING ABOVE & BEYOND — LINDSEY GARLICK! 💜🌟

We are bursting with pride as we recognize one of our very own, Lindsey Garlick, for receiving the 2026 Going Above and Beyond Award from the Uintah Basin Domestic and Sexual Violence Coalition! 👏

Lindsey's dedication, compassion, and commitment to helping others truly reflect what it means to go above and beyond. Her willingness to make a difference in the lives of those who need support most does not go unnoticed.

We are incredibly fortunate to have Lindsey as part of the Duchesne County Sheriff's Office family!

Lindsey, THANK YOU for the heart you put into your work, the difference you make in our community, and the compassion you show to others.

💜 Please join us in congratulating Lindsey on this well-deserved recognition! 💜

10/09/2026

🚨 PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUESTED – INFORMATION NEEDED 🚨

The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information regarding an incident involving a black cow that was shot in the Hancock Cove area, near 1475 North.

We are asking anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity, heard gunshots, or has any information regarding this incident to please contact our office.

📞 Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office: 435-738-2015
📞 Central Dispatch: 435-738-2424

Any information, no matter how small, may be helpful in determining what happened.

Please share this post to help us gather information.

Thank you for your assistance!

10/06/2026

🐂 FOUND: THREE STRAY BULLS

Three light-colored Charolais bulls, including one with gray and dark speckling, were picked up near the 2100 N. North Crescent area in Duchesne County and are currently being held at the Sales Barn.

If you are the owner or know who owns these animals, please contact the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office at 435-738-2015 or Central Dispatch at 435-738-2424.

Please share to help us locate the owner!

09/24/2026

Congratulations and welcome to Dylan Newell, our newest graduate from Utah POST. We wish him a successful and rewarding career ahead in law enforcement.

09/08/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE — FOUND GOAT

A white goat was recently found north of Starvation State Park and has been transported to a local livestock sales barn for safekeeping.

The owner must claim the goat by 5:00 p.m. on September 17, 2026, and provide sufficient proof of ownership. If the goat is not claimed by the deadline, it may be offered for sale.

To claim the goat or provide information regarding its ownership, please contact the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office at 435-738-2015 or Central Dispatch at 435-738-2424

08/25/2026

08/13/2026

🚨 STOLEN TRAILER — PLEASE SHARE 🚨

The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a stolen utility trailer.

The trailer is described as a 2016 Big Bubba utility trailer with a single axle, black metal frame, and wood decking. It was last seen around July 25, 2026, near Bluebell Park in Duchesne County.

The reporting party stated that the trailer had several personal belongings on it at the time it went missing.

The original photo provided is limited in quality, but we are sharing it in hopes that someone may recognize the trailer or remember seeing it in the area. An AI-enhanced version of the original photo is also included to improve visibility and is intended for reference purposes only.

If you have seen this trailer or have any information regarding its current location, please contact:

📞 Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office: 435-738-2015
📞 Central Dispatch: 435-738-2424
📞 Anonymous Tip Line: 435-738-0196

⚠️ Please do not attempt to approach or recover the trailer yourself. If you believe you have located it, contact law enforcement.

Please share this post to help spread the word and assist us in locating the trailer and the property that was on it.

Thank you for your help!

08/10/2026

⚠️ CLARIFICATION REGARDING EVACUATION ALERT ⚠️

Some residents in Duchesne County received an emergency evacuation alert on Sunday, August 9, regarding the Rocky Canyon Fire.

This evacuation notice was sent to some Duchesne County residents in error. The evacuation notice was intended for an affected area in Summit County, near Hog Back Summit/Henefer.

There is no evacuation order for Duchesne County associated with the Rocky Canyon Fire at this time.

We understand that receiving an evacuation alert can be concerning and apologize for any confusion or concern this may have caused.

Please continue to pay attention to official emergency notifications and local updates for accurate information regarding emergencies affecting Duchesne County.

Please share this clarification with friends, family, and neighbors who may have received the alert.

08/06/2026

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From: Sheriff Travis Tucker
Date: August 6, 2026
Subject: Little Horse Fire Road Closures Lifted

Effective 2:00 p.m. today, all road closures associated with the Little Horse Fire that were announced yesterday will be lifted.

The Sheriff's Office appreciates the public's patience and cooperation during these temporary closures. We also extend our gratitude to the firefighters, emergency responders, and partner agencies who have worked diligently to protect our communities and manage the incident safely.

Motorists are encouraged to remain alert while traveling in the area, as fire personnel and equipment may still be present.

Thank you for your continued cooperation.

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