DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office

Auburn, Indiana

Confinement

Gain information about the jail, its operations, and commonly asked questions.

Services

Learn about administrative services offered as well as access important forms.

Divisions

From investigators to patrol, there are many divisions within the Sheriff’s Office.

Careers

Learn about working for the Sheriff’s Office either as a deputy or with the jail.

Meet Sheriff Brady Thomas

Sheriff Brady Thomas began his term as Sheriff on January 1, 2023, as the 44th Sheriff of DeKalb County, Indiana. Sheriff Thomas has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to conservative principles and community engagement. He has worked to enhance public safety, improve office efficiency, and foster a culture of excellence within the sheriff’s office.

A native of DeKalb County, Sheriff Thomas has prioritized the well-being and safety of the community. His conservative values have guided his approach to law enforcement, emphasizing accountability, fiscal responsibility, and respect for the rule of law.

Recent News

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Deputy completes Academy
Deputy completes Academy

Help us congratulate Deputy Brandon Quesinberry on graduating from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy on Friday.

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Sheriff at the Senior Lifestyle Expo
Sheriff at the Senior Lifestyle Expo

Sheriff Brady Thomas and Chief Deputy Ben Rice were at the Senior Lifestyle Expo at Kruse Plaza! Folks could drop off unwanted medications and pickup a guide on how to avoid identity theft.

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Memorial receives needed attention
Memorial receives needed attention

Many have called in to report that the flag at Master Trooper Bailey's memorial site was broken. Today Deputy Kerley and Deputy Heffelfinger stopped at the Auburn Family Farm and Home store to borrow a post driver to fix the flag.

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Preparing for the new school year
Preparing for the new school year

With the 2024-2025 school year almost here in DeKalb County, you may notice DeKalb County Sheriff's Deputies saturating patrols in school zones and our local school buildings. The Sheriff's Office considers the safety of our children to be of utmost importance.

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Cops cycle for survivors
Cops cycle for survivors

Yesterday afternoon Cops Cycling for Survivors made a stop in Auburn on their ride from Fort Wayne to Angola. They met with local surviving family members of officers killed in the line of duty and took a short break to refuel and talk with other local officers.

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