Adams County ND Sheriff's Office

08/30/2026

Due to recent thunderstorms, certain roads are closed. 🚧 3rd Avenue North, between Main Street and 4th Street North, is inaccessible due to downed power lines. ⚡️ Additionally, 4th Avenue North, between Main Street and 6th Street North, is closed for the same reason. ⚠️ Exercise caution and avoid these affected areas. As always, remember to call 911.

06/25/2026

📢 City of Hettinger Fireworks Notice
As we approach the upcoming holiday periods, the City of Hettinger reminds residents of the updated fireworks ordinance now in effect.

🔥 When Fireworks Are Allowed
June 27 – July 3:
• 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

July 4:
• 10:00 AM – Midnight

July 5:
• 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

New Year’s:
• December 31 at 10:00 AM – January 1 at 1:00 AM

🚫 When Fireworks Are Not Allowed
Fireworks may not be discharged outside the dates and times listed above.
Fireworks are prohibited entirely during any county‑wide burn ban.

⚖️ Penalties
Violations may result in fines up to $1,000, up to 30 days in jail, or both.

🎆 Stay Safe, Stay Considerate
Please celebrate responsibly and help keep our community safe.

06/24/2026

A concerned citizen brought in a tablet that they found on the road. If you are missing a tablet stop into the Adams county sheriff's office during business hours.

04/29/2026

Thank you to the 2nd grade for inviting Sheriff Fisher to do bike safety.
And a huge shout out to Roseland and Melling Law for providing the helmets once again this year!

04/23/2026

04/21/2026

We have received multiple reports of this scam today at our office as well. Please stay aware and remember to never give out any personal information or click on any links associated with texts from unknown numbers.

The Police Department has been receiving numerous calls regarding a scam text message circulating that claims individuals have an outstanding traffic violation involving their vehicle in North Dakota.

This message is not legitimate.

The photo being used was originally sent to one of our own officers in an attempt to scam them; however, they did not fall for it.

There are several clear signs this is a scam:
1. The state seal shown is for South Dakota, not North Dakota.
2. The address listed is in Fargo, but the county referenced is incorrect.
3. Grammatical errors are seen in the address provided.

Scammers rely on fear and urgency to get you to act quickly without thinking. Messages like this are designed to sound serious so you’ll click links or respond immediately.

Please DO NOT click on any links (including QR Codes) or provide any personal information.

If you receive one of these messages, report it to your local law enforcement agency and, if applicable, the agency being impersonated.

Stay alert and help spread the word to protect others.

04/07/2026

Scammers are still trying to slide into your texts pretending to be NDDOT. Fight the good fight! We’re not texting you for payments or personal info...ever. If it looks suspicious, it is. Delete and report. Find a screen shot of the latest attempt in the comments.

04/04/2026

⚠️ Just a reminder to watch the road report for changing weather. Deputy Piehl is reporting areas of little visibility with variations of snow, snow covered, slush snd drifting on Adams County roads.
Please use caution while traveling. Remember to have a winter weather safety kit in your vehicle if you need to travel.

04/01/2026

NEWS RELEASE | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | March 31, 2026

ADAMS COUNTY FATAL CRASH
What: Fatal crash
Where: Highway 12, MM 80, approximately 6 miles east of Hettinger
When: Tuesday, March 31; 10:15 a.m. mountain time
Road Conditions: Dry
Weather Conditions: Dry
Crash Involvement: Pickup/Truck-Trailer combination
Type of Crash: Rear-end
Agencies Involved: North Dakota State Patrol, Adams County Sheriff’s Office, Hettinger County Sheriff’s Office, West River Ambulance, Hettinger Fire Department
Vehicle No. 1: 2006 Toyota Tundra
Driver No. 1: Male, 24, Waterford, MI, fatal injuries
Restraints: Seat belt not in use

Vehicle No. 2: 2007 International Truck Trailer combination
Driver No. 2: Male, 20, Hettinger, not injured
Restraints: Seat belt in use
Passenger No. 1: Male, 72, Hettinger, not injured
Restraints: Seat belt in use

NARRATIVE: On Tuesday, March 31 at 10:15 a.m., a 2006 Toyota Tundra was traveling west on Highway 12 acting as a pilot car for an oversize load traveling at a stated speed of 65-70 mph. A 2007 International Truck trailer combination was traveling west ahead at a stated speed of 45 mph. The Tundra rear-ended and struck the rear of the trailer of the International combination. The driver of the Tundra died at the scene. The driver and passenger of the International were not injured.
The crash remains under investigation by the North Dakota State Patrol.