Webster County Sheriff's Office

10/19/2026

Over the weekend, Webster County Deputies investigated a motor vehicle crash near Harcourt. Upon arrival, responding deputies were initially unable to locate any occupants of the vehicle. Due to the severity and manner of the crash, deputies were concerned the driver may have been ejected from the vehicle.

Deputies utilized a drone equipped with thermal imaging capabilities to search the surrounding area. The drone’s heat-sensing technology allowed deputies to quickly locate the driver, who was fortunately found uninjured.

This incident is another example of how technology and training can assist our deputies in locating individuals quickly during critical incidents and potentially life-threatening situations.

10/17/2026

Spot a car on the roadside with flashing lights? ⚠️ Slow Down and Move Over! It's not just for emergency vehicles.

*Check your state's specific Move Over laws.

10/16/2026

Big thanks to Humes Distributing, Inc. and Phorm Energy for the energy drinks and cookies! Caffeine and sugar are two essential ingredients in the making of every good officer!

10/08/2026

Webster County Sheriff's Office shooting investigation press release attached.

10/02/2026

On Pay-It-Forward Friday, let’s be as kind as Pastor Al. ❤️

We’ll never forget his smile, his laughter, or the joy he brought to our community. His kindness touched so many lives, and his memory continues to inspire us.

We miss you every day, Pastor Al. Your light lives on in all of us. 💙

10/01/2026

Happy October work anniversary to Deputy Keaton Lunn (2 years). Thanks for all you do for Webster County!

09/30/2026

--Using Technology to Support Mental Health--

The Webster County Jail recently implemented CidNet, providing our staff with another valuable tool to help identify and respond to the needs of individuals in our custody.

Within just 24 hours of implementation, jail staff were notified of an inmate’s responses to a mental health questionnaire indicating potential suicidal thoughts. Within minutes, staff were able to discreetly speak with the individual about their mental health and assess their immediate needs.

As a result of that intervention, the individual has since been scheduled to speak with a mental health professional for additional support.

While technology can never replace the personal attention and care provided by our correctional staff and mental health professionals, tools like CidNet can help us identify concerns sooner and connect individuals with appropriate resources.

Early identification can lead to early intervention, and early intervention can make a difference.

The Webster County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to maintaining a safe, secure, and humane environment while connecting those in our custody with the resources they need.

09/30/2026

In memory of Pastor Al, let's all Pay it Forward this Friday in Fort Dodge and Webster County! SOS

Pay It Forward Friday will be October 2nd!

We have some fun surprises in store for this year’s .

What ideas do you have to spread kindness through Fort Dodge and beyond?

09/25/2026

Yesterday Webster County Sheriff K9 Deputies Monson and Miller gave a presentation to the Iowa Central Community College Criminal Justice students. Huge thanks to our deputies, Iza and Stano for taking the time out of their schedules and to ICCC for the opportunity.

09/18/2026

Every time you clock in behind the wheel, remember that your attitude plays a big role in shaping your driving behaviors. ⤵️