Big Horn County Wyoming Sheriff's Office

06/11/2026

Thanks to all local, mutual aide and federal resources for your quick response and suppression efforts!

06/10/2026

We ask the community to join us in keeping the Carbon County Sheriff’s Office, Wyoming and Sergeant Zach Burns in your thoughts and prayers. Sergeant Burns was injured while on duty, and we stand with him and his family during his recovery

PRESS RELEASE: OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING UPDATE: SERGEANT ZACH BURNS

DATE: 06102026

On Monday, June 8th, 2026, the Carbon County Sheriff’s Office received a call for a man with a gun in Baggs, Wyoming, near the Colorado state line.

Sergeant Zach Burns was in the area and responded immediately. Dispatchers relayed the suspect vehicle information to Sergeant Burns.

Sergeant Burns located the suspect vehicle and initiated a traffic stop in front of a small apartment complex in Baggs.

Upon coming to a stop, the suspect immediately exited his vehicle and opened fire on Sergeant Burns with a semi-automatic rifle. Sergeant Burns was struck in the neck, arm, and hip.

The suspect proceeded to set fire to the apartment building before getting back in his vehicle and fleeing northbound on Highway 789.

Residents of Baggs immediately rushed to provide aid to Sergeant Burns until EMS crews could arrive, providing cover and emergency wound treatment.

Sergeant Burns was transported via helicopter to a trauma center in Colorado where he remains in critical condition.

The suspect was killed in a shootout with Carbon County Deputies on Highway 789 after fleeing the scene. This investigation is ongoing and being conducted by the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation.

Our hearts are with Sergeant Burns and his family, as well as all of our deputies, troopers, Baggs residents, and partner agencies who assisted.

Please keep all of them in your thoughts and prayers.

Thank you.

-Alex

*For information regarding this incident, please check this page for updates as they become available.

06/02/2026

05/20/2026

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05/04/2026

The Big Horn County Sheriffs Office would like to take this week to honor the dedication and professionalism of our Detention Deputies that serve and protect our community daily. The often unseen, complex and demanding work these Deputies perform on a daily basis does not go unnoticed. We thank each and every one of you for the work you do!

04/26/2026

This flyer is shared from the Town of Lovell, and Lovell PD. Please direct any comments, questions, or concerns directly to them. Thank you and stay safe!

04/22/2026

***NO OPEN OR CONTROLLED BURNING APRIL 22ND 2026 FROM 9AM UNTIL 8PM***

*** Red Flag Warning April 22nd 2026, NO OPEN OR CONTROLLED BURNING****

The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a Red Flag Warning for most of the Big Horn Basin from 9:00am until 8:00pm on April 22nd 2026.

Please do not light any controlled burns, conditions are already extremely dry and we have experienced extreme fire conditions.

04/21/2026

***SCAM ALERT***

The following text messages have been sent to county resident's phones. The messages are coming from multiple states. DO NOT click the link they provide and provide any information, delete the message or ignore.

"Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) Terminal Notice of Debt:

It is officially noted that the traffic-related violation associated with your account remains in an outstanding state. This serves as the final demand for the satisfaction of the debt. In accordance with Wyoming Statutes Title 31-Motor Vehicles, should the balance remain unpaid past April 21, 2026, the following state actions will be set in motion:

1. Entering of the violation into the permanent records of the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT)
2. Termination of all vehicle registration privileges effective from April 22, 2026
3. Suspension of the right to maintain a driver’s license for a minimum of 30 days
4. Placement of the account with a collection agency, incurring a service charge of up to 35%
5. Engagement in legal recovery processes and the furnishing of adverse credit information

Use the link below to access the official payment portal and satisfy the debt to avoid these consequences:"

04/14/2026

This week, we proudly recognize National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

To our Big Horn County dispatchers, thank you for going above and beyond every single day. You are the the steady hand in critical moments, and the lifeline that connects our community to help when it matters most.

No matter the hour, no matter the call, you are always there, answering with professionalism, compassion, and unwavering dedication.

Your work often happens behind the scenes, but its impact is felt in every life you touch and every situation you help bring under control.

We are grateful for you. We stand behind you. And we thank you for always answering the call.

04/05/2026

Have a safe and Happy Easter! Don't end up like this "bad bunny!"