Coconino County Sheriff’s Office sets up Flock Cameras
Coconino County Installs New License Plate Readers Observers have noted the installation of Flock Safety Inc.’s automatic license plate readers (ALPR) at various locations, including Grasshopper Point and Forest Service Road. The Sheriff’s Office in Coconino County has confirmed leasing these cameras from Atlanta, Georgia, with another positioned at the entrance to Oak Creek Canyon. […]
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Alerts Community About Registered Sex Offender in Cottonwood
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Notification The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office is issuing a community notice in compliance with ARS 13-3825 related to the Sex Offenders Act. This information pertains to offenders residing in unincorporated areas of Yavapai County. It’s the responsibility of the jurisdictional law enforcement to inform the community when a specific sex offender […]
Cochise County Sheriff’s Office Talks About Using Less Lethal Weapons
This article summarizes key discussions from a recent supervisors’ meeting in Cochise County regarding the sheriff’s office’s use of non-lethal ammunition, igniting a debate about public safety and law enforcement methods. During the meeting, Supervisor Jaredette raised important questions about funding and the intended use of this ammunition, especially in relation to immigration enforcement. Cochise […]
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Alerts Community About Sex Offender Living in Mayer
The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office is required to share information based on ARS 13-3825 about sex offenders as part of a community notice. This alert details offenders living in the unincorporated areas of Yavapai County. It falls on the Chief Law Enforcement Agency to keep the community informed, especially when a sex offender is released […]
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Alerts Community About Sex Offender Living in Mayer
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Community Notification The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office is required to provide important information regarding the Sex Offenders Act as per ARS 13-3825. This notice outlines offenders residing in an unincorporated area of Yavapai County. The responsibility lies with the Chief Law Enforcement Agency in the area to ensure the public is […]
Sheriff’s office reports a rise in fake police scams.
Scammers are still impersonating law enforcement in Sedona and the Verde Valley, creating urgent situations to extort money from residents. Ron Norfleet, a volunteer fraud investigator with the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, has been particularly vigilant since noticing a rise in these incidents over the past year and a half. His office frequently handles cases […]
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office reports a rise in fake police scams
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Supervisors urge conclusion of $353M supervision of sheriff’s office
Concerns Grow Over Federal Surveillance Costs in Maricopa County Federal oversight resulting from the Mellendres order, projected to cost Maricopa County taxpayers $353 million by 2026, is being called into question by Superintendent Thomas Galvin. He believes such oversight may no longer be necessary. Another supervisor, Debbie Lesco, is echoing these sentiments, labeling the financial […]
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office provides an update on Bill Grey
Community Meeting Highlights from Yavapai County During a recent City Hall session with James Gregory, the Yavapai County District 2 Superintendent, discussions focused on the local Sheriff’s Office on January 14th. “This community is relatively well-behaved; not much violent crime and wildlife disturbances,” noted Dan Pritchard, reflecting positively on the area’s safety. Concerns on Bill […]
Arizona Supreme Court supports Maricopa County in a negligence lawsuit concerning a sheriff’s deputy
The Arizona Supreme Court made a ruling concerning a civil suit involving Maricopa County, which stemmed from an incident involving sheriff’s deputies. In a unanimous decision announced on Monday, the court stated that the county government cannot be held responsible for negligent actions taken by sheriff’s deputies while performing their law enforcement duties. The case […]