Iron County, WI Sheriff's Office

06/05/2026

Lately we have been receiving numerous reports of nuisance bear at night in the residential areas, destroying bird feeders, getting into garbage, etc.
Some tips to get rid of nuisance bear are:
Food storage: Keep all food, pet food, bird seed, and coolers inside a locked building or bear-resistant container.
Garbage: Use bear-proof trash cans or store regular cans in a locked shed/garage until pickup day.
Grills: Clean grills after use and store them inside a garage or shed. Clean up any grease spills.
What to do if you encounter a bear:
Stay calm: Do not run.
Make yourself large/noisy: Wave arms, shout, use airhorns or a bear deterrent (bear spray) if available.
Back away slowly: Give the bear a clear escape route.

05/27/2026

Carrying just a few small doses of naloxone can provide so much hope. It’s available, simple to use—and lifesaving. Get yours: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/aoda/naloxone.htm

05/25/2026

Remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

05/22/2026

Trial scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, 2026 has been canceled.

05/20/2026

Another successful investigation and prosecution by the Gogebic-Iron Area Narcotics Team.

GOGEBIC COUNTY - An Ashland County Man found guilty of drug-related offenses in Gogebic County has been sentenced. Erick Schutte of High Bridge was conviction on drug charges in Gogebic County back on March 5. Yesterday Schutte was sentenced to prison and will serve 6 and a half years minimum to 20 years maximum for both possession with intent to deliver m**h and conspiracy, and 1 year minimum to 2 years max for possession of m**h near a park. Gogebic-Iron Area Narcotics Team officers originally arrested Schutte in Wakefield on July 24, 2025. At that time, Schutte was operating a vehicle owned by Dalani Leyva, who was asleep in the back seat. Leyva was previously convicted and sentenced on Dec. 16, 2025, for conspiracy to deliver m**hamphetamine and being a habitual offender. She received a prison term of ten years minimum to a maximum of thirty years. Following the verdict, Schutte’s bond was revoked and he remains lodged in the Gogebic County jail.

05/15/2026

The Medicare Scam seems to be increasing in Iron County. We have received a report that residents have been receiving calls from a spoofed number. The caller has a heavy accent and claims to be from your health system. They tell you that they are updating records and need your Medicare number and other personal information.

Do not give this information out over the phone, simply hang up on them. You can call your health system at the number on your billing information to verify if they had called you.

04/24/2026

One of the favorite days of the year for the deputies. Who doesn’t like root beer floats.

04/22/2026

Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
Today, we are taking a moment to highlight the incredible team at the Iron County Courthouse and other county offices.

From managing complex records to being the first friendly face you see when you walk through our doors, our administrative staff are the heartbeat of county operations. They keep the wheels of local government turning with precision, patience, and a deep commitment to our community.

To our administrative team: Your hard work often goes unseen, but its impact is felt by every resident of Iron County. Thank you for your professionalism, your kindness, and your unwavering dedication to public service.