Delaware County, OH Sheriff's Office

UPDATE (11/5/2025 | 12:40 PM): She has been identified, thank you.

Meet CO Training Officer Brandon Ford! He is responsible for new hire orientation in our jail, along with conducting trainings for CO's. He enjoys being able to “give CO's the tools to make sound decisions that help everyone return home safely.”
#CorrectionsOfficer #EmployeeSpotlight

We need the public’s help to identify a possible witness.
She is NOT a suspect, merely a potential witness. If you know who this woman is, please contact Det. Pitts at dcsodetectives@co.delaware.oh.us or call 740-833-2830
#CommunityAssistance #DelawareOH

📢Exciting News!
Join us in congratulating our latest promotions!
*Lydia Spaulding-Public Records Supervisor
*Deputies Daniel Rufner & Chris Hartzler-Patrol Sergeant
Dan Yarnell & Greg Boggs-Lieutenant
We're proud to have you on our team.

#SheriffsOffice #Promotions #Leadership
#HireWellTrainWell

November Women’s Self-Defense: Now full!
Thank you to all our participants this year!
Interested in joining us next year? Check our website for the 2026 calendar & registration deadlines!
sheriff.co.delaware.oh.us/womens-self-...

#WomensSelfDefense #CommunitySafety #DelawareCounty

October is Chaplain & Clergy Appreciation Month, giving us the chance to honor the incredible spiritual guidance & emotional support provided by our chaplains across various settings within the Sheriff's Office.

#ChaplainAppreciation #ClergyAppreciation #PastoralCareWeek #ThankYou

Congratulations to Detective Rachel Wooten for being named the DC Prosecutor's Office's 3rd quarter Top Cop! Thank you for your dedication to our community. She shared yesterday that her favorite part of being a detective is the ability to follow through on her cases for the victims.

📆Mark your calendars!
Women's Self-Defense class on Sat., Nov. 15th, 8 AM - Noon

🦃🎅Have a holiday trip planned? Want to feel empowered & safe? Registration: Fri., Oct. 24th at 8 AM

#WomensSelfDefense #MarkYourCalendar #PersonalSafety

Our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers go out to the @OSHP, Canfield Post, as we collectively mourn the loss of Trooper Nicholas P. Cayton.

His dedication to protecting our community will not be forgotten.

UPDATE (10/8/205, 1:19 PM): Torrin Barker has been located and returned safely home. Thank you for your assistance and for sharing our post.

MISSING JUVENILE: Torrin Barker, age 14, 5’6” tall, 140 lbs, with brown hair & green eyes.

Last seen: 10/7/2025 around 5:30 PM near Warrensburg Rd, Delaware, heading southbound, wearing a pink hoodie, black skort, white socks, & no footwear.

Information? Call: 9-1-1 or dispatch at 740-833-2800.

Now Hiring: Public Records Specialist
Starting: $20.61-$21.43/hr
* Respond promptly to requests
* Ensure compliance w/Public Records laws
* Document processing, distribution, & record-keeping
Apply: www.DelawareCountySheriff.com
#HireWellTrainWell #JobOpening #PublicRecords #NowHiring

UPDATE (October 4, 2025 | 12:45 AM): Spencer is back home with his family. Thank you for your help and support.

MISSING ENDANGERED TEEN (October 3, 2025 | 12:30 PM) : Please help us find and bring home missing 17-year-old Spencer Towles, who was last seen at his home on Thursday evening in Lewis Center.

If you have any information, please call 9-1-1 or our dispatch at 740-833-2800.

🎃Join the DC Historical Society & the DCSO for October’s 1st Fri., Oct. 3rd, 6-8 PM

Tour the stunning Gothic Revival jail, hear stories from the past, see lively graffiti from past inmates, & more. Check out a sheriff’s cruiser with K9s Yeti & Otto.

👻 #DelawareOH #SpookySeason

Registration for our next Women's Self-Defense class opens THIS FRIDAY, Sept. 19th @ 8 AM!

The next class is Saturday, October 11th (8AM-Noon).
Space is limited—don’t wait to secure your spot!

Questions? Email kimthurn@co.delaware.oh.us.

#WomensSelfDefense #Empowering #PersonalSafety #RegisterNow

REQUIREMENTS:
Complete the online application at www.DelawareCountySheriff.com/Careers

PERKS:
Start off working on the road; tattoos & facial hair allowed; yearly bonus for graduate degrees; fitness incentives; continuous training opportunities; multiple specialized units for career growth.

🚨🚔 #NOWHIRING FOR OUR SPRING ACADEMY!
Looking for a rewarding career in law enforcement? Join the DCSO Deputy Academy, where precision training & real-world readiness create exceptional career opportunities.
Get paid to attend: $33.52/hr

#DeputySheriff #LawEnforcement #MenInBlack #TommyLeeJones

🚨🚔DCSO Dep Acad.-where precision training & real-world readiness create exceptional career opps.
Get paid to attend; $33.52/hr.
Application: www.DelawareCountySheriff.com/Careers
PERKS: work directly on the road, tattoos & facial hair allowed, incentives, continuous training, career growth

Come see us at the @OhioNationalGuard & @ODOT_Statewide Career Expo on Tues., Sept. 9TH, 11AM-4PM.
Open to veterans & civilians—network, explore careers & take your next step.
Details: www.transportation.ohio.gov/.../caree......
#NowHiring #StartYourCareerHere #CareerExpo2025 #HireWellTrainWell

#NowHiring
#ApplyToday
#HireWellTrainWell
#MulitplePositionsAvailable
Visit: www.DelawareCountySheriff.com/Careers to apply.

Careers - Sheriff We are hiring! DEPUTY SHERIFF We are accepting applications for Lateral Deputy Sheriff candidates – those who are already OPOTA certified.  Apply below. CORRECTIONS OFFICER We are also hiring Correcti...

Apply now: sheriff.co.delaware.oh.us/careers/ Submit: Sept. 2nd
#NowHiring #HireWellTrainWell #Careers

🏛️ Job Opp.: Records Supervisor
Seeking: Supv. to manage clerks in Records & CHL
Manage: admin. duties, support LEO, & ensure compliance

- $26.69 - $30.02/hr
- Benefits & prog. work envi.
- HS or GED (college degree pref)
- 2+ yrs of exp
- Supervisory exp pref
- Valid Ohio DL
- Serve as LEADS TAC

Let’s talk about driving safely in school zones!
Tips to remember:
1. Put Your Phone Down 📱
2. Slow Down 🐢 — slow & steady wins the race!
3. Pay Attention — Always be on the lookout for pedestrians! 🏃‍♀️
Let’s work together to protect our most precious passengers! 💛 #DriveSafely #SchoolZone

One of the primary roles of a therapy K9 is to help individuals relax during stressful times. Petting a dog releases endorphins, improving your mood— seeing adorable photos of Otto & a baby can have a similar effect.

#NationalRelaxationDay #Therapyk9 #SelfCare #JustALittleBaby

UPDATE (Aug. 14th, 3:30 PM): Traffic is now open, and power has been restored to the traffic lights. Thanks!

@delawarecoohio.bsky.social

TRAFFIC ALERT (Aug. 14th at approx. 3 PM): Please be advised that the overpass on US 36/37 at I-71 is currently shut down in both the East and West directions due to power lines on the roadway. The exit ramps on the I-71 North and Southbound lanes have limited accessibility. Will continue to update.

School bus with a stop sign and a caution: school zone, children crossing sign. The message says: "stop in the name of love."

STOP! In the name of love, b4 u break someone's ❤!

The song is cheesy, but the message isn't. Never speed past, or go around, a stopped bus with its stopping-bar out. It's illegal & dangerous; you never know who may be running to or from the bus.

#BackToSchool2025 #BusSafety #StopInTheNameOfLove

UPDATE: 12:20 PM - MALE HAS BEEN LOCATED.