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09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

Today, we recognize the hard work, dedication, and commitment of working men and women across our community. We are especially grateful for our members who serve Sacramento County each day with professionalism, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to keeping our communities safe.

From all of us at the Sacramento County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association, we wish you and your families a safe and enjoyable Labor Day. 💛🖤

The SCDSA Office will be closed today. Normal operational hours will resume tomorrow.

08/30/2026

On August 30, 2017, at approximately 12:00 PM, Sacramento County Sheriff’s Deputy Robert French patrolled the North Division of Sacramento County. He responded to a radio call for help from other officers doing a probation search of a hotel room at the Ramada Inn on Auburn Boulevard. Before his arrival, the suspect had already shot two California Highway Patrol Officers.

After shooting the CHP officers, the suspect emerged onto the balcony and began engaging a deputy positioned at the rear of the motel room in gunfire. The deputy exchanged gunfire with the suspect multiple times. Despite efforts to keep the suspect contained, the suspect leaped from the balcony and fled around the building toward the front parking lot.

Upon his arrival, Deputy French retrieved his r***e from the rack of his patrol vehicle, took cover behind his vehicle, and attempted to acquire the suspect. The suspect took notice of Deputy French’s arrival and began to fire his r***e toward Deputy French’s vehicle from across the parking lot. As Deputy French was being fired upon, he attempted to safely engage the suspect in gunfire. While doing so, Deputy French was struck by a round fired from the suspect’s r***e after the bullet passed through a portion of Deputy French’s patrol vehicle. The round entered through the top of Deputy French’s shoulder, missing his body armor and passing through his heart, mortally wounding him.

Despite being mortally wounded, Deputy French remained vigilant. As the suspect began driving toward Deputy French’s position, Deputy French emerged from behind cover and engaged the suspect with gunfire upon having a safe backdrop to do so in an effort to stop the suspect from fleeing and causing more harm to the community.

Deputy French will never be forgotten. 💙🕊

08/20/2026

Tickets are ON SALE NOW for Boots & Badges! 🤠🎟️

Join Heart Behind the Badge Sacramento County on September 26 in Wilton for an unforgettable evening featuring live music, line dancing, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and plenty of country fun! 💃🕺

Grab your tickets today and support a great cause! ❤️💙 All proceeds benefit Sacramento County law enforcement officers and their families.💙

✅Tickets can be purchased using the link in our bio or by visiting:

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08/15/2026

Joseph McKinney, the first elected Sheriff in Sacramento County, was the first peace officer slain in the line of duty in Sacramento County.

Sheriff McKinney, a young man in his early 20s, lived during the gold rush fever days of the early West, an era burdened with a myriad of law and order problems. An epidemic known as “squatters' riots” developed throughout the West, and Sacramento was no exception. It was during a confrontation to oust land illegally seized by squatters that McKinney became Sacramento County’s first law enforcement member to be slain in the line of duty.

Several confrontations took place between Sacramento government officials and squatters, with heavy casualties on both sides during the summer of 1850. Following the funeral of the City Assessor who was slain during a battle in a house on Second Street on August 15, 1850, Sheriff McKinney, who narrowly escaped the barrage of bullets the day before, rounded up twenty deputies and rode to Brighton, a settlement several miles outside of Sacramento, where squatters had barricaded themselves in a house. As the Sheriff and his deputies entered the house, the Sheriff ordered the armed squatters to lay down their weapons. A volley of gunfire erupted, killing the young sheriff who stood in the foreground of the confrontation. 💙

07/13/2026

Today marks the 21st anniversary of the tragic Star 6 helicopter crash, in which we remember and honor Deputy Kevin Blount and Deputy Joseph Kievernagel, who lost their lives on July 13, 2005.

That day, Deputies Kievernagel, Blount, and Henrikson took off from Mather Air Field for a routine patrol and later responded to a burglary call in Folsom. After clearing the scene, they flew over Lake Natoma, where crowds had gathered to escape the intense heat. Shortly after, Star 6 experienced catastrophic engine failure. In a heroic effort, Deputy Kievernagel attempted to steer the helicopter away from the populated area. The aircraft crashed into a hillside and rolled. Deputies Kievernagel and Blount were killed, and Deputy Henrikson was critically injured.

We honor their service, sacrifice, and courage. 💙

07/10/2026

July marks the very first Law Enforcement Child Month- founded in collaboration by Gratitude Initiative, the Fraternal Order of Police, the FOP Auxiliary, Lexipol, and Police1 – to recognize and honor the children and families who serve alongside our nation’s law enforcement officers every day. Law Enforcement families know all too well that their children grow up differently than most Americans. Behind every uniform is a family making sacrifices few people fully see — revolving around long shifts, missed milestones, unpredictable schedules, and the realities that come with commitment to a dangerous profession. Despite the challenges and life revolving around duty, police kids show resilience, adaptability, courage, and pride in the badge. 💙

In honor of Law Enforcement Child Month, the SCDSA is hosting "The Deputy" Magazine 2026 Youth Art Contest. 🎨❤

Children/Grandchildren of SCDSA Active or On-Call Members are invited to create artwork that shows what it means to have a parent or family member who serves the community as a first responder. Their artwork can reflect bravery, kindness, teamwork, helping others, family, community, or anything that represents their loved one's service. The first place winner will have their artwork displayed as the cover of the 2026 magazine, which will be released to the entire membership in December of 2026. In addition to the first place winner, there will be (3) honorable mentions who will also have their artwork displayed inside the magazine. All submissions will be displayed in the magazine in a smaller format. Winners and Honorable Mentions will be displayed in a larger format in the magazine, along with short biographies. See contest eligibility and prize information in the flyer. Submissions will be accepted using the Google Form. SCDSA, please log into the SCDSA website and check the July 10th Weekly Update post for the Google Forms link. ✅

07/09/2026

🥋 Battle of the Badges is almost here! 🥋

Come out and support members of the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office as they step onto the mats to compete in the Battle of the Badges jiu-jitsu tournament!

This exciting event brings together law enforcement officers, firefighters, and EMS personnel from across the region to test their skill, endurance, and determination as they compete for championship titles in their respective weight and belt divisions.

📍 Hyatt Regency Sacramento
1209 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

📅 Saturday, July 11, 2026
🕓 Doors Open: 4:00 PM

🎟️ Purchase tickets: https://nitrotickets.com/event/1246/Battle-1Of-1The-1Badge-18-1–107

Can’t make it in person? Stream the event live on FloGrappling and cheer on our Sheriff’s Office competitors from anywhere!

Let’s pack the venue and show our support for our members. Good luck to everyone competing! 💪💙

07/04/2026

Wishing you a safe and happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙💫🎆

06/13/2026

Sheriff’s Deputy Stewart Baird, having completed an evening tour of duty at the Medical Detention Facility, proceeded to the place of business where his wife worked to assist her in closing the business and driving her home. As he waited, a man entered the business armed with a sawed-off r***e. The subject announced his intent to rob the establishment, ordered the cash register emptied at gunpoint, and demanded that Officer Baird and the other remaining patrons stay seated with their heads down.

Officer Baird confronted the suspect as he attempted to leave the business. During the physical altercation that ensued, Officer Baird drew his revolver and fired two shots as the robber accosted him. Although one of the bullets rendered a subsequent mortal wound to the suspect, it failed to incapacitate him immediately. The suspect attacked Officer Baird viciously, hitting him several times in the head and causing him to fall and strike his head. Officer Baird died within minutes of receiving his injuries.

The robber then fled, and on the sidewalk outside, he collapsed and subsequently died of his wounds. The suspect was identified as a parolee with a long and violent criminal history, including a previous arrest for murder. 💙

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