Spencer County Sheriff’s Office

06/18/2026

📱 FOUND iPHONE 📱
The Spencer County Sheriff's Office has recovered a found iPhone that was located around 4:00 a.m. this morning on County Road 600 North between Old State Road 245 and County Road 550 East.

If you believe this phone belongs to you, it can be claimed at the Spencer County Sheriff's Office. To verify ownership, you will be required to unlock the phone by providing the correct passcode.

Please share this post to help us reunite the phone with its owner.

Spencer County Sheriff's Office
📞 (812) 649-2286

06/16/2026

‼️UPDATE: We were able to reunite these dogs with their grateful owner Timothy Therber after they were spotted traveling around the bridge and river road. They looked tired and confused, and it’s a relief they’re safe now.

🚨 FOUND DOGS – BLUE BRIDGE AREA 🚨
Two dogs were found near the Blue Bridge area. Both dogs are wearing collars. No owner information has been confirmed at this time.
We are actively working to locate the owners as soon as possible.
If you recognize these dogs or they belong to you, please contact dispatch immediately:
📞 Call Dispatch: 812-649-2286 ext. 1

06/05/2026

Growing Stronger: Merit Achievements and New Additions to the Spencer County Sheriff's Office

The Spencer County Sheriff's Office is proud to recognize the continued growth and development of our team.

At this week's Merit Board meeting, Deputy Kevin Harvey and Deputy Caleb Busler successfully completed the requirements necessary to achieve Merit Deputy status. This milestone reflects their dedication, hard work, and commitment to serving the citizens of Spencer County.

The Merit Board was also introduced to Deputy Ethan Peech. As Deputy Peech continues his field training and professional development, he will be considered for Merit status at a future date.

In addition, we are pleased to welcome Darren Sroufe to the Spencer County Sheriff's Office team. Darren will serve as both our department Chaplain and a part-time Deputy, helping provide additional coverage while also offering support and encouragement to our staff and community.

Please join us in congratulating Deputies Harvey and Busler on this accomplishment, welcoming Darren to the team, and wishing Deputy Peech continued success as he progresses through his training.
The future of the Spencer County Sheriff's Office remains bright as we continue to grow, strengthen our ranks, and invest in the next generation of law enforcement professionals.

Pictured are Merit Board members Charlie Waninger, Mike Roos, Joy Zook, and Jeff Jones.

06/05/2026

Today, we were pleased to welcome the Blue Knights to the Spencer County Sheriff’s Office.

The Blue Knights International Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club is made up of active and retired law enforcement officers who share a passion for motorcycling, service, and supporting their communities. Their organization has a long history of promoting fellowship, professionalism, and charitable causes.

Thank you for stopping by and spending some time with us. We appreciate your dedication to the law enforcement profession and wish you safe travels on your journey.

06/01/2026

🚨 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE 🚨
Fulda Shortcut, just north of 1600 N, is currently closed due to a property-damage accident. 🚗💥
Emergency personnel are on scene, and the roadway will remain closed while the accident scene is cleared and debris is removed to ensure the safety of the traveling public. 🚓🚒
🛑 Please avoid the area and use alternate routes if possible.
The roadway will reopen once cleanup operations have been completed and it is safe for travel. ✅
Thank you for your patience and cooperation. 🚧

05/27/2026

NOW HIRING: Public Safety Telecommunicator (Dispatcher)

Spencer County Dispatch is hiring Public Safety Telecommunicators!

If you can stay calm under pressure, think clearly when seconds matter, and want a career where your voice can help save lives, this may be the job for you.

Dispatchers answer emergency and non-emergency calls, send law enforcement, fire, and EMS where they’re needed, monitor radio traffic, document calls, and provide critical support to first responders and the community.

Starting pay is $21.00/hour during training and $22.00/hour after successful completion of training/probation. Training and required certifications are provided.

Applicants must have strong communication skills, be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment and maintain confidentiality.

To apply, visit www.in.gov/sheriffs/spencer/careers download the application and submit it to:
[email protected]

Spencer County Dispatch
Professional. Prepared. Committed to Service.

05/27/2026

Spencer County Proud: Deputy Ethan Peech Graduates the Academy

Please join us in congratulating Deputy Peech on his graduation from the Southwest Indiana Law Enforcement Academy in Evansville on Friday, May 22!

Ethan represents the kind of commitment, service, and hometown values we are proud to have at the Spencer County Sheriff’s Office. As a longtime Spencer County resident and South Spencer High School graduate, Ethan understands the importance of serving and protecting the community he proudly calls home.

Ethan is a college graduate, proudly serves our nation as a member of the Indiana National Guard, and now adds law enforcement academy graduate to his growing list of accomplishments. Service clearly runs in the family—his sister, Aria, serves Spencer County as a dedicated 911 dispatcher with the Sheriff’s Office, and his family has long been part of the local business community in Reo.

Choosing a career in law enforcement requires sacrifice, discipline, and a genuine commitment to serving others. Ethan has already demonstrated those qualities through his education, military service, and successful completion of the academy.

We are excited to see Ethan begin this next chapter in public service and are proud to welcome him as he starts his law enforcement career serving the citizens of Spencer County.

Please help us congratulate Deputy Ethan Peech on this outstanding achievement and wish him continued success!

05/21/2026

Please check out this new system, download and stay aware!

NEW MASS NOTIFICATION ALERT is now ready for Spencer County!

RAVE ALERT/SMART911 has replaced Code Red for Weather Alerts and Public Safety Notifications.

SMART911 allows you to create a safety profile of valuable information you want to provide 911 Dispatch and First Responders. You can put as much information as you want or as little, it’s up to you. It’s private and secure and will only be seen by the 911 Dispatch screen when you make the emergency call. SMART911 only asks for information that is relevant to aid in emergency response and will quickly provide responders with important information for medical conditions.

RAVE ALERT allows you to opt in to geo-based severe weather alerts that is directly linked to the National Weather Service when a warning is issued and allows you to receive alerts that affect the location you choose.

This first link is for those who need to create a new account. Click on the link and follow the prompts. It will give you an option of which alerts you want to receive and how you want to receive them.
• Registration URL: https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=spencercountyema

This link is a login for those who may already have a SMART911 account and you need to update it for Spencer County alerts.
• Login URL: https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/login.action?pa=spencercountyema

RAVE and SMART911 are linked and when you create your account, it’s for both options. You decide what information you want to provide for SMART911, but you have to opt-in for the weather alerts and public safety alerts for those notifications.

If you have any questions, contact us at (812) 649-6020 and we will be happy to help. If we don’t know an answer, we will get it for you. We are learning about this new system as well but wanted to get the weather alert option out as quickly as possible.

05/21/2026

Spencer County Student Awarded Indiana Sheriffs’ Association Scholarship

The Spencer County Sheriff’s Office is proud to recognize Nevaeh Hayden for being selected as a recipient of the Indiana Sheriffs’ Association Scholarship Foundation award for the 2026 academic year.
Nevaeh was awarded a $1,000 scholarship in recognition of her commitment to pursuing higher education and a future in public service. This achievement reflects her academic dedication, strong character, and desire to make a positive impact in her community.
During conversations with Nevaeh, she shared that while attending college, she is considering obtaining her EMT certification—a path that reflects a strong commitment to service and helping others. Interestingly, this mirrors a similar step taken by Chief Deputy Ryan Parsley, who also began his public safety journey with EMT training before pursuing a career in law enforcement. Experiences like these often provide a strong foundation in emergency response, decision-making, and service to others.

The Indiana Sheriffs’ Association represents all 92 county sheriffs across the state and works to promote professionalism, training, education, and public service in law enforcement. Through its scholarship program, the Association helps support students who demonstrate an interest in criminal justice and public service.
Sheriff Sherri Heichelbech praised Nevaeh’s accomplishment and future aspirations.

“Nevaeh’s selection for this scholarship is a tremendous accomplishment, and we are proud to recognize her for this achievement,” said Sheriff Heichelbech. “Her interest in continuing her education while exploring opportunities in emergency services speaks highly of her character and commitment to serving others. We are excited to see where her future takes her.”

The Spencer County Sheriff’s Office extends appreciation to the Indiana Sheriffs’ Association for continuing to invest in the next generation of public servants.

Please join us in congratulating Nevaeh Hayden on this well-deserved recognition and wishing her continued success in her educational journey.

Pictured (left to right): Chief Deputy Ryan Parsley, Nevaeh Hayden, Sheriff Sherri Heichelbech

05/20/2026

Multi-Agency Response Leads to Safe Rescue of Individual in Crisis on Natcher Bridge

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Earlier this evening, a coordinated response involving multiple public safety agencies resulted in the safe rescue of an individual in crisis on the edge of the William H. Natcher Bridge.

Deputies with the Spencer County Sheriff’s Office, officers with the Rockport Police Department, and deputies from the Daviess County Sheriff’s Office quickly came together in response to the critical situation. Through calm communication, compassion, and teamwork, Rockport Police Officer Jason Henry successfully made contact with the individual and was able to talk him safely away from the edge of the bridge.

Following the successful intervention, the individual was transported to a local hospital by the Daviess County Sheriff’s Office to receive further evaluation and care.

This positive outcome was made possible through the seamless collaboration of law enforcement, fire, and EMS partners, including the Daviess County Fire Departments, Ohio Township Fire Department, and AMR Ambulance Service.

Incidents like this serve as a reminder of the importance of partnership among emergency responders and the impact that compassion, training, and teamwork can have when someone is experiencing a crisis.

The Spencer County Sheriff’s Office extends its sincere appreciation to all responding agencies and personnel for their professionalism, swift response, and commitment to protecting life and serving those in need.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, help is available by calling or texting 988, the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.