Allen County Sheriff's Department

The mission of the Allen County Sheriff’s Department is to enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Allen County by professionally working in partnership to provide safety, security and service to the community while upholding the constitutional responsibilities of the Office of Sheriff.

Allen County Sheriff Troy Hershberger in uniform

Sheriff Troy Hershberger

As a lifelong resident and over 34 years with the department, Sheriff Hershberger has made it his life’s mission to serve and protect the citizens of Allen County. Sheriff Hershberger was elected Sheriff of Allen County in November 2022 and was sworn into office on December 29, 2022. Allen County Sheriff’s Department November 1989 – Present Sheriff Hershberger began his long-running career at the Allen County Confinement Facility and has gone on to oversee nearly every division of the department. During his tenure, he’s also served as a polygraphist for 18 Years, a SWAT Team member for 12 Years, Bomb Squad Technician for 11 Years, and a K-9 Handler for 6 Years.

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2024 Sheriff Sales

List of 2024 Allen County Sheriff Mortgage Foreclosure Sales

Tonkel Road Death Investigation

On August 19, 2024, at approximately 3:59 A.M., officers with the Allen County Sheriff's Department were dispatched to the area of Tonkel Road, between Hursh Road and Hosler Road

Driver Arrested in Fatal Hit and Run from 07/25/24

Crash Investigators with the Allen County Sheriff's Department have arrested the driver who left the scene of a fatal hit and run crash on July 25, 2024.