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Douglas Co. Sheriff

@DGSOSheriff

This is the official Twitter account of the Douglas County, KS, Sheriff's Office. It is not monitored 24/7. For emergencies call 911. Office: 785-841-0007

 Lawrence Kansas
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Joined February 2012
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New Uniforms - Same Culture & Tradition youtu.be/_1CPDO5hqXI
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Megan Poindexter, Department Manager of the Senior Resource Center for Douglas County, and Detective Troy Miller were featured on the latest episode of the View from 100 podcast. They talked with Sheriff Jay Armbrister about scams targeting older adults. buff.ly/UdtUk28
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Thank you to the Stull Community of Faith for inviting DGSO back to its Trunk or Treat this past weekend.
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The newest View from 100 podcast episode discusses scams targeting older adults and why anyone can be vulnerable. Listen on Buzzsprout: buff.ly/UdtUk28 The full episode will drop on you favorite podcast app on Monday.
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This week in National School Bus Safety Week. With Douglas County schools in full swing for several weeks, take time to think about how to practice safety and encourage all drivers to take extra care around buses and bus stops, especially on rural roads. #DriveSafe
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- Always be alert around buses and school zones to watch for children walking or playing in the area. - Slow down and be prepared to stop when you see yellow flashing lights.
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- Stop you vehicle and wait until the stop arm retracts when you see red flashing lights and an extended stop arm. #DriveSafe
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Morgan Haney, DGSO's Advocacy & Community Outreach Specialist, for Domestic Violence Awareness Month has been a part of two events with Claire's Community including the its Candlelight Vigil on Oct. 11.
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"There is an importance in understanding that victims might not leave their abusers the first time or even the second or third," she said. "You have to be patient for when they're ready, but you also need to be persistent in encouraging their safety and their empowerment."
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Perry Lecompton Elementary invited deputies to school Wednesday afternoon as part of Red Ribbon Week, which focuses on providing a safe and healthy environment and educates students about drug-free choices.
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@NWSTopekaOct 14
A special weather statement has been issued for Lawrence KS, Eudora KS and Baldwin City KS until 9:00 PM CDT
This graphic displays a special weather statement plotted on a map. The statement is in effect until 9:00 PM CDT. The statement includes Lawrence KS, Eudora KS and Baldwin City KS. A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT NORTH CENTRAL FRANKLIN AND DOUGLAS COUNTIES THROUGH 900 PM CDT. The threats associated with this storm are wind gusts up to 50 MPH and no hail is expected. Seek shelter in a sturdy structure until the storm passes.

ALT This graphic displays a special weather statement plotted on a map. The statement is in effect until 9:00 PM CDT. The statement includes Lawrence KS, Eudora KS and Baldwin City KS. A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT NORTH CENTRAL FRANKLIN AND DOUGLAS COUNTIES THROUGH 900 PM CDT. The threats associated with this storm are wind gusts up to 50 MPH and no hail is expected. Seek shelter in a sturdy structure until the storm passes.

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Douglas Co. EM@dgcoemOct 13
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Douglas County 700pm CDT. Hazards include 70mph and Half Dollar Size Hail. Includes the cites of Lawrence, Eudora, Lecompton, Clinton, and Clinton Lake. #kswx EM5 624pm 10/13
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Lawrence KS, Eudora KS and Valley Falls KS until 7:00 PM CDT. This storm will contain wind gusts to 70 MPH!
This graphic displays a severe thunderstorm warning plotted on a map. The warning is in effect until 7:00 PM CDT. The warning includes Lawrence KS, Eudora KS and Valley Falls KS. This warning is for Jefferson County in northeastern Kansas, Eastern Shawnee County in east central Kansas and Northern Douglas County in east central Kansas. The threats associated with this warning are wind gusts up to 70 MPH and half dollar sized hail. There are 175,199 people in the warning along with 67 schools and 2 hospitals.

ALT This graphic displays a severe thunderstorm warning plotted on a map. The warning is in effect until 7:00 PM CDT. The warning includes Lawrence KS, Eudora KS and Valley Falls KS. This warning is for Jefferson County in northeastern Kansas, Eastern Shawnee County in east central Kansas and Northern Douglas County in east central Kansas. The threats associated with this warning are wind gusts up to 70 MPH and half dollar sized hail. There are 175,199 people in the warning along with 67 schools and 2 hospitals.

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We encourage everyone to vote for Baldwin High School in the Friday Night 5G Lights challenge. Congratulations on becoming a Midwest region finalist. Vote once a day through Oct. 25. buff.ly/oK9kI5U
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The Douglas County Underwater Search and Recovery Team under the Sheriff's Office conducted its annual public service project Thursday to remove debris from Lone Star Lake.
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Congratulations to Deputy La Jonda Munoz and Deputy Ethan Palmateer who Sheriff Armbrister swore in on Monday as DGSO's newest deputies. He promoted both as corrections officers, and they will attend the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center's basic training academy.
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Sheriff Armbrister on Monday recognized three deputies recently promoted to master deputy. Congratulations to Master Deputy Colton Bonner, Master Deputy Tyree Clark and Master Deputy Bryce Ridgway and their families.
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Sgt. Abram, Deputy Westhoff and K-9 Ciro made an appearance Saturday at the Lawrence Police Blue Santa car show at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Ciro was looking for a Scooby Snack.
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Episode 11 of the View from 100 podcast is available. Sheriff Armbrister sits down with Douglas County Administrator Sarah Plinsky to talk about the inner workings of local government in Douglas County. - Buzzsprout: buff.ly/kPAXnB3 - YouTube: buff.ly/XzrPEhy
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With many road constructions projects ongoing in Douglas County, stay alert and limit distractions when you drive through work zones. Obey cones and signs to protect yourself, your passengers, other drivers and the crews on site. #DriveSafe
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Douglas Co. EM@dgcoemSep 30
The higher risk for severe weather remains to our west in Central Kansas, severe storms are less likely in Douglas County. 1-3 inches of rain is still possible through tomorrow evening so be aware of flooding and stay alert in case severe storms reach our area. EM2 9/30/26 1612
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@NWSTopekaSep 30
Through 7 pm, A few storms could move into north central and east central KS. The environment is favorable for a brief tornado or two. Be ready to move into a shelter if storms approach your area.
A radar image from 3:46 pm CDT showing where showers were at and highlighting areas of concern through 7 pm.

ALT A radar image from 3:46 pm CDT showing where showers were at and highlighting areas of concern through 7 pm.

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DGSO and Douglas County Emergency Communications staff on Tuesday visited Pioneer Ridge Independent Living of Lawrence to talk to residents about Smart911. Anyone is welcome to create a profile at Smart911.com, or call the Sheriff's Office, 785-841-0007, for info.
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Smart911 is a free and secure app that allows individuals to provide safety information that can be relayed instantly to dispatchers in the event of a 911 call.
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