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Sheriff of Ellsworth County, Kansas The Office of Ellsworth County, Kansas Sheriff Kenny Bernard established January 13, 2025

09/06/2026

On Saturday September 5th, First Responders from the US Army Corp of Engineers, Game Wardens with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, Marquette, Ellsworth, and Kanopolis Fire Departments, Saline County Sheriff's Mounted Patrol and Rescue Squad, along with Ellsworth County Emergency Management, Sheriff's Deputies and numerous horseback mounted area Ranchers, assisted in the search of a 62 year old Great Bend man who was out scouting hunting grounds in Ellsworth County on walk-in hunting areas southwest of the City of Kanopolis, Kansas.

Sadly the man was deceased when he was found.

Cause of Death is undetermined, however, no foul play is suspected at this time.

This was an exhaustive search utilizing drones, tracking dogs, and electronic cellular tracking technology.

The Ellsworth County Coroner's Office, along with the Ellsworth County Sheriff's Office are in charge of this investigation.

Thank You goes out to the Great Bend Police Department also for assisting us with this case.

Ellsworth and Barton County First Responders were called to the scene of a fatality motor vehicle accident this afternoo...
08/20/2026

Ellsworth and Barton County First Responders were called to the scene of a fatality motor vehicle accident this afternoon, just inside of Ellsworth County on K-156 Highway.

Kansas Highway Patrol Troopers responded and worked this accident scene.

Preliminary findings indicate that a westbound passenger-car crossed the center-line, triggering a head-on collision.

The other vehicle involved (a pickup which was pulling a trailer) burst into flames.

Four persons were transported to the Clara Barton Hospital in Hoisington, Kansas.

Please go to the KHP Crash Logs for further details.

The following are current residents of the Ellsworth County Detention Center. Disclaimer: All persons listed are consi...
08/15/2026

The following are current residents of the Ellsworth County Detention Center.

Disclaimer: All persons listed are considered innocent, unless convicted..............in a Court of Law.

Shaffer, Morgan 7/21/2026 14:31 Arson, Crim. Damage to Prop., Felony Theft, Burglary EWSO $20,000.00 C/S

Jones, Vincent 5/5/2026 12:20 Probation Violation EWSO $363.00 Cash defendant's name only

Castro Peraza, Quilder 7/31/2026 22:48 Possession of controlled substance/DUI// Open Container/ poss. Para. KHP $2,500.00 ICE HOLD

Brandon Dannebohn 8/10/2026 12:00 Parole Violation US Marshall KDOC HOLD NO BOND
Currie, Brooke Danielle 7/13/2026 4:34 Possession of controlled substance // Interference// Poss. Para. EWSO $2,500.00 C/S

Branscum, Kylie Marissa 8/12/2026 9:30 Serving 5 Days- Release 8/17/2026 @05:00 EWSO NO BOND

Witt, David 11/12/2025 16:05 Probation Violation x4 // PFA Violation x2 // Harass by Phone x2 EWSO NO BOND // Serving Time

Hanson, Dustin 7/9/2026 9:23 Probation Violation, EWSO NO BOND

Brooks, Joshua 8/5/2026 13:18 Disobey Court Orders EWSO 2000 C/S

Schneider, Brandon 7/17/2026 19:42 Probation Violation EWSO NO BOND

Every small town has its own version of "speed bumps".In Kanopolis Kansas, there are a few dips in the streets that will...
08/03/2026

Every small town has its own version of "speed bumps".

In Kanopolis Kansas, there are a few dips in the streets that will swallow up an Army Tank!

If the speed limit signs say 20 mph......that is the MAXIMUM LIMIT!! It is NOT just a SUGGESTION!!!

This unsuspecting motorist thought 30 mph through town was acceptable.

After going airborne through the Ohio and Missouri Streets dip.......and all of the air bags inside went off.....

Well......perhaps 10 mph over the speed limit through a small town might just have been a little too fast!

Please slow down and know your terrain!!

The Ellsworth County Sheriff's Office Road Patrol Deputies, Detention Officers, along with the Ellsworth, Kansas Police ...
08/03/2026

The Ellsworth County Sheriff's Office Road Patrol Deputies, Detention Officers, along with the Ellsworth, Kansas Police Department, all met up at the Sheriff's Office today for a joint training with Deputy Sheriff Mark Johnston of the Rice County Sheriff's Office.

Today's Topic....... Basic Taser Training for about twenty-four Officers.

Always wanting a reason to cook on the grill in the summer....... burgers, brats and dogs were served during a dinner break. (provided by private donation of course.....no taxpayer dollars were harmed or misused in the making of this dinner)

A few of the "youngsters" within the combined group wished to know what a live exposure from one of these devices feels like!

Having done so, some new respect for electricity in a tiny box was definitely gained!!

This is the second "joint" training the PD and SO have engaged in here recently.......more to come.....please stay tuned!!

On July 29th, our Agency had our annual Doppler Traffic Radar certification checks completed.Happy to report that all of...
08/01/2026

On July 29th, our Agency had our annual Doppler Traffic Radar certification checks completed.

Happy to report that all of our equipment has met the current industry standards.

Every once in a while, a kind word floats into us.Thank you for sending KUDOS out to our most recent Academy Graduate......
07/29/2026

Every once in a while, a kind word floats into us.

Thank you for sending KUDOS out to our most recent Academy Graduate.........we think she's a keeper too!

By the way, she was quite humbled by your card and has it hanging up in her work area.

The following is a current list of detainees being held in the Ellsworth County Detention Center. Disclaimer: All resi...
07/28/2026

The following is a current list of detainees being held in the Ellsworth County Detention Center.

Disclaimer: All residents are considered innocent unless proven guilty, ...............in a Court of Law.

Old scratchy wool blankets are available upon request!

Jones, Vincent 5/5/2026 12:20 Probation Violation EWSO $363.00 Cash

Guiterrez, Wayne 7/14/2026 18:00 Possession of Op**te, Agg Endangering Child, Drug Para. KHP $10,000.00 C/S

Shaffer, Morgan 7/21/2026 14:31 Arson, Crim. Damage to Prop., Felony Theft, Burglary EWSO $20,000.00 C/S

Foster, Amber 7/16/2026 9:40 Failure to Comply EWSO NO BOND

Jiricek, Renee 7/13/2026 11:53 Domestic Battery, Failure to Bond Warrents/Salina Barton EWSO $1,000.00 C/S; HOLD SAPD/BTSO

Witt, David 11/12/2025 16:05 Probation Violation x4 // PFA Violation x2 // Harass by Phone x2 EWSO NO BOND // Serving Time

Phelps, Keylin 7/2/2026 13:45 Probation Revocation // KDOC EWSO NO BOND // KDOC

Hanson, Dustin 7/9/2026 9:23 Probation Violation EWSO NO BOND

Schneider, Brandon 7/17/2026 19:42 Probation Violation EWSO NO BOND

Currie, Brooke Danielle 7/13/2026 4:34 Possession of controlled substance // Interference// Poss. Para. EWSO $2,500.00 C/S

The Ellsworth Police Department and the Ellsworth County Sheriff's Office participated in a joint training this evening ...
07/28/2026

The Ellsworth Police Department and the Ellsworth County Sheriff's Office participated in a joint training this evening on what options are available to Officers when "Less Than Lethal" force can be utilized to bring a person into custody.

Our Instructor for this class was Deputy Caleb Murphy of the McPherson County Sheriff's Office. (who just happens to be the son of Ellsworth PD Chief Chad Murphy)

A big Thank You goes out to the Ellsworth PD for inviting us at the Sheriff's Office to join them.

Wear your sunscreen folks..... it's a tad bit toasty out there today!!!!
07/26/2026

Wear your sunscreen folks..... it's a tad bit toasty out there today!!!!

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Ellsworth, KS
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