Fayette County Sheriff's Office

Fayette County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Marty Fisher Sheriff Marty Fisher - Has been a resident of Fayette County for 30 years. He served as a Military Police Officer for the U.S.

He lives in West Union with his wife where he served as the West Union Police Department's Chief of Police prior to being elected Sheriff of Fayette County. Army from 1974 - 1977. His Law Enforcement experience also includes West Union Police Officer for 12 years, and a prior Fayette County Sheriff's Deputy from 1989 - 1999, in which he obtained the rank of Sergeant. Marty's educational background

includes: Attending the University of Hawaii ( majoring in Criminal Law ); Leadership and Management; Military Police Academy graduate; and a graduate from the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy in 1978. He has been trained in: Conflict Management; Supervisor Management; Narcotic Investigation; Search and Seizure; Drug Recognition; Standard field Sobriety Testing; Civil Procedures; Domestic Violence and Child Abuse, and is a member of the Northeast Iowa Sexual Abuse Coalition.

06/06/2026

On June 5th 2026 at 12:18 AM a Fayette county deputy attempted to make a traffic stop on Hwy 150 near Railroad St in West Union on a vehicle for a traffic infraction. The vehicle failed to stop for the deputy and led Fayette County deputies on approximately 10-mile chase. Upon conclusion of the chase, 40-year-old Eric Hoyer of Eyota, Minnesota was taken into custody and transported to Fayette County jail. Hoyer is being charged with eluding, multiple traffic violations and interference with official acts.

Deputy Blagsvedt and Deputy Wurzer participated in the first Euphoria Farmers Market of the season - Superhero Night and...
06/05/2026

Deputy Blagsvedt and Deputy Wurzer participated in the first Euphoria Farmers Market of the season - Superhero Night and Touch-a-Truck. Events like these are a great opportunity for children and community members to get up close and learn about law enforcement officers and their equipment. The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office highlighted the UTV used for all-terrain searches and special operations, along with the shield for optimized safety when approaching dangerous situations.

06/03/2026

On 6-2-26, at approximately 9:00PM, the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call of a possible fight in the 200 Block of Center St. Elgin IA. Fayette County Sheriff's Deputies responded to the scene and located a male subject close to reported location. During the investigation process it was found that a physical assault had occurred. William Robert Valentine, 35 of Elgin IA, was arrested and charged with Domestic Assault Causing Bodily Injury, a serious misdemeanor. Valentine was taken into custody and transported to Fayette County Jail, where he awaited initial appearance.

06/01/2026

On May 31st, 2026, at approximately 2:06 pm, the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call from a residence in the City of Clermont regarding a fight. Upon deputies' arrival it was learned that Tyler James Forbes age 18 of Clermont and John David Forbes age 18 of Clermont had assaulted each other at the residence. Both Tyler Forbes and John Forbes were charged with Assault (Simple Misdemeanor) and both sustained minor injuries. The Forbes were transported to the Fayette County Jail to await an initial appearance. This incident remains under investigation, and more charges may be pending. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Clermont Ambulance.

On 5/31/2026 at approximately 5:43 AM, the Fayette County Sheriff's Office responded to a car vs deer accident in the 26,000 block of Harding Road, approximately one mile east of Clermont. After further investigation, it was determined that Steven John Sadler, age 52 of Elgin, was operating a Blue 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan east bound when he struck a deer in the traveled portion of the roadway. Sadler reported no injuries. The Dodge sustained approximately $1500 in damages.

06/01/2026

On 5-28-26, at approximately 12:15AM, the Fayette County Sheriff's Office arrested Megan Elizabeth Mcallister, 36 of Oran IA, for an active Fayette County Arrest Warrant, charge of Simple Assault. Mcallister was taken into custody and transported to Fayette County Jail, where she was held on $300 cash/surety bond.

On 5-27-26, at approximately 9:30PM, the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of a car deer accident near the intersection of Hwy 150/110th St. Fayette IA. It was found that Skylar Shay, 23 of Oelwein IA, was southbound on Highway 150, when a deer came into the roadway colliding with his vehicle. No injuries were reported and damage to the 2015 Hyundai Elantra was estimated at $1500.

PSA: during spring cleaning, please be on the lookout for uninvited guests. On 5/30/2026, Fayette County Sheriff’s Offic...
05/30/2026

PSA: during spring cleaning, please be on the lookout for uninvited guests.

On 5/30/2026, Fayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to a snake that was able to get behind the fridge in a resident’s kitchen. After the deputy moved the fridge, he was able to stick his hand inside the back of the fridge and grab the snake. With some graceful maneuvers, the snake came out peacefully, uninjured. The snake was released back into the wild.

05/29/2026

On 5-28-26 at approximately 2:00 p.m. A Fayette County Deputy arrested Andy Anderson ,53 of Cedar Rapids. Anderson had a valid arrest warrant for Harassment in the 1st degree and bond was set in the amount of $2000.00 cash or surety. Anderson was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was held. the Fayette County Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Cedar Rapids Police Department.

05/26/2026

On 5/26/2026, Robert Joel Cole (44 y/o) from Postville, IA was arrested on an active Fayette County warrant for violation of parole. Robert was transported to the Fayette County Jail and was held on a no bond hold.

Address

220 N Industrial Pkwy PO Box 518
West Union, IA
52175

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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+15634226067

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