Sarpy County Attorney’s Office

10/30/2026

We’re incredibly proud to celebrate 50 years of Sarpy County Diversion.

For five decades, our Diversion Officers have worked to promote second chances through accountability. We are grateful to their service to the Sarpy County Community!

Sarpy County Diversion launched 50 years ago this month. For five decades, its staff has helped people from all walks of life, from adults struggling with alcohol addiction to teenagers who’ve had a brush with the law.

Each year, the program helps about 1,000 juveniles and adults, and includes specialized options like Mental Health Diversion and Teen Court, which is a peer-led program for first-time juvenile offenders.

Diversion is important because it keeps people who qualify out of jail and supports their efforts to be productive members of our community. But it’s not a free pass. It requires real accountability and improvement.

Diversion and its staff were honored with a proclamation during the Sarpy County Board meeting this week.

“People make mistakes because we’re all human. I think one of the things Sarpy County does better than any county in the state is we recognize that,” said Board Chairman Don Kelly.

Kelly also recognized diversion’s dedicated staff, who have a combined 130 years of service to the county.

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Pictured: Chief Deputy County Attorney John Reisz acknowledges diversion staff (seated) during the Tuesday, Oct. 27, Sarpy County Board meeting.

10/23/2026

It's time to clean out your medicine cabinet and make a difference in our community!

Join the Sarpy County Sheriff's Office for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hy-Vee Papillion parking lot near 72nd Street and Highway 370.

Do you have unused, unwanted, or expired medications sitting around your home? Bring them to us! This is a simple, safe, and convenient way to dispose of medications you no longer need and help keep them out of the wrong hands.

No questions asked! Just drive up, drop off, and drive out. It really is that easy!

By taking a few minutes to clean out your medicine cabinet, you're helping protect our children, families, neighbors, and the entire community. Every little bit makes a difference, and together we can make our community safer!

Please help us spread the word! Share this post with family, friends, and neighbors, and make plans to stop by on Saturday. We look forward to seeing you there!

Please note: We cannot accept needles, syringes, or aerosol containers.

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10/02/2026

💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜

Domestic Violence is a crime that affects victims, families, and communities. During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Sarpy County Attorney’s Office stands with survivors and remains committed to holding abusers accountable for acts of domestic violence.

Our prosecutors and victim advocates work alongside law enforcement and community partners to investigate and prosecute domestic violence offenses while helping survivors navigate the criminal justice system. We recognize that reporting abuse and participating in a criminal case can be difficult, and we are committed to treating victims with dignity, respect, and compassion throughout the process.

Everyone in our community has a role to play in supporting survivors and preventing domestic violence:

🔹 Believe survivors. If someone tells you they are experiencing abuse, listen and take their concerns seriously. Do not blame the victim.

🔹 Encourage victims to seek help. Law enforcement, victim advocates, shelters, and other community resources can help survivors understand their options.

🔹 Report suspected abuse. If you believe someone is in immediate danger, call 911. You do not have to wait for violence to become more serious before asking for help.

🔹 Support the criminal justice process. Witnesses and community members who have information about domestic violence can play an important role in helping law enforcement investigate crimes and hold offenders accountable.

Domestic violence is not a private family matter—it is a crime and a community issue. By supporting survivors, reporting abuse, cooperating with law enforcement, and refusing to tolerate domestic violence, we can make Sarpy County safer.

Members of our community experiencing domestic violence have resources available to them.

Sarpy County Attorney’s Office - Victim/Witness Unit
https://www.sarpy.gov/434/Victim-Witness

Heartland Family Service - Sarpy County Campus
https://www.heartlandfamilyservice.org

💜 This October, join the Sarpy County Attorney’s Office in standing up against domestic violence and standing with survivors.

10/01/2026

Due to the flash flooding event overnight, some roads across the county are closed. This list may not be exhaustive. Crews will be performing clean-up work throughout the day. Please use caution and allow extra time when traveling.

You can report street flooding to the county’s non-emergency line: 402-593-4111

➡ 66th Street south of Cornhusker Road
➡ 48th Street north of Cornhusker Road
➡ 36th Street between Highway 370 and Cornhusker Road
➡ 25th Street between Highway 370 and Cornhusker Road
➡ The intersection of Highway 370 and 25th Street
➡ Capehart Road west of 234th Street

Sarpy County Sheriff's Office

10/01/2026

Road closures as of Oct 1st, 0644. 36th street from Brook Dr to Landings Dr. Hwy 370 25th St to Golden Blvd.

09/05/2026

Victim/Witness Unit of Sarpy County

Established in 1981 as a non-profit organization under the auspices of the Sarpy County Attorney's Office, the Victim/Witness Unit of Sarpy County is a program set up to aid victims of crime who are unaware of the avenues of assistance open to them. The majority of the crime victims are not knowledgeable of the procedures necessary to obtain assistance, or they are too traumatized or injured to cope with the problem.

The Victim/Witness Unit is a free public service offering information, practical assistance, and counseling referrals to victims of crime in the Sarpy County area.

09/03/2026

***Press Release on September 3, 2026 Sarpy County Jury Trial Verdict***

Jury Convicts Bellevue Man of Felonies Relating to the Sexual Assault of a Child

The Sarpy County Attorney’s Office is especially grateful to our law enforcement partners at the Bellevue Police Department for their professional and thorough investigation.

08/11/2026

*For Immediate Release*

August 11, 2026 Press Release on the sentencing of Oscar Salazar, 20, of Bellevue for second degree murder and unlawful/intentional discharge of a fi***rm.

07/29/2026

*For Immediate Release*

July 29, 2026 Press Release on the Arrest and Filing of Charges against Anthony Smith, 38, of Gretna, NE.

07/14/2026

📚🍎 The 11th Annual Back to School Bash is Almost Here! 🍎📚

The Sarpy County Attorney’s Office Juvenile Division will be attending this year’s Back to School Bash at the Sarpy County Juvenile Justice Center, and we hope to see you there!

📅 Thursday, July 30, 2026
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 9701 Portal Road, La Vista, NE 68128

This free community event offers families a great opportunity to prepare for the upcoming school year with:
🎒 Free school supplies
👕 Free clothing closet
🍔 Food
🛍️ Community vendors and resources

Whether you’re getting ready to send your children back to school or looking to learn more about the resources available in our community, this event has something for everyone.

Stop by and say hello to members of the Sarpy County Attorney’s Office Juvenile Division. We look forward to seeing you on July 30!