MCSO recently recognized Jim Mason on his 90th Birthday. Jim is a dedicated public servant who has given 54 years of service to the office and citizens of Maricopa County.
He is a retired sworn Lt. and continues to lead the High Desert S&R Posse as its commander to this day.🎂🎉
This week, MCSO Undersheriff Jeff Gentry is featuring Penny and Nicole for our weekly Monday Mash Minute, both of whom arrived at the MCSO MASH Unit following a recent animal neglect case.
If interested in meeting them, please contact the MCSO MASH Unit at 602-876-1212.
Sheriff Sheridan stands with the @AZSheriffs and is ready to send resources to assist DPS in Santa Cruz County as public safety issues escalate.
The ASA has issued an open letter addressing reported violence and unanswered calls for law enforcement assistance in Santa Cruz County.
Read our statement: azsheriffs.org/newsroom/sant…
The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 44 y/o Oscar Mendoza Verdugo. Oscar was last seen on September 8, 2026, leaving his property in Whispering Ranch in Wittman, Arizona.
The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 63 y/o Rosemary Caratachea. Rosemary was last seen on September 1, 2026, leaving her residence near the intersection of North 377th Avenue and West Van Buren Street in Tonopah, Arizona.
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION:
Anyone with information about this collision, including any video surveillance of the vehicle on the day of the collision, is asked to contact the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office at (602) 876-TIPS
(8477) or (602) 876-1011.
MCSO is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 72 y/o Steven Smith.
Steven was last seen on 9/22/26 at approx. 1:30 p.m. in the area of University Drive and 88th Street in Mesa, Arizona.
If you have any information regarding his whereabouts, please call 602-876-1011
MCSO is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 16 y/o Isaac Ubaldo Gomez.
He was last seen on 8/22/26 in Buckeye, Arizona, near Sun Valley Parkway and W. Van Buren St.
Isaac may be in need of medical attention.
If you have any information, please call 602-876-1011.
On 9/17/26 MCSO Aviation Division rescued an elderly couple who had become trapped in flash flooding.
Despite the extreme weather, high wind gusts and lightning, MCSO personnel battled the elements and successfully rescued the trapped persons.
Reminder, crossing flooded roadways can have dangerous and many times deadly outcomes.
MCSO urges the public to be aware of monsoon storms, stay up to date with weather alerts and avoid flooded areas.
🚨 ROAD CLOSURE DUE TO STORM
Usery Pass is closed. Bush Highway is closed in both directions before Granite Reef Road and at State Route 87.
Please avoid the lower Salt River area and use an alternate route.
Join us for an informative and engaging town hall focused on public safety and the issues impacting our community.
📅 Monday, September 28
🕚6:00–8:00 P.M.
📍 Wickenburg Town Hall
155 N. Tegner St., Wickenburg, AZ 85390
#MCSO #TownHall #MaricopaCounty #SheriffJerrySheridan
Sheriff Jerry Sheridan and Undersheriff Jeff Gentry reflect on September 11, 2001, as we remember those we lost and honor the courage and sacrifice of those who served in its aftermath.
We will never forget. 🇺🇸
This evening, Sheriff Jerry Sheridan joined the Fountain Hills community for a 9/11 Remembrance Service, joined by members of the MCSO Honor Guard and a flyover from the MCSO Aviation Unit.
MCSO Animal Crimes Unit seized a Cane Corso this afternoon following an investigation into severe neglect and abuse in South Buckeye.
The dog was found without adequate food, water, shelter, or necessary medical care. The dog is being transported to an emergency veterinary…1/2
On 8/25/26 a citizen called to report suspected animal neglect at a residence in Wittman. MCSO Patrol deputies responded and observed dogs without water and one deceased dog. Deputies called the Animal Crimes Unit to conduct further investigation.





















