Johnson Co KS Sheriff

Heads up! We’ve received numerous messages today about this “court notice” being sent to people across Johnson County. It is, in fact, a scam. Please share this information with others who may have received the same “notice”.

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Update as of March 11, 2026, at 5:30 a.m. U.S. 56 Highway from 1st Street to W. 8th Street in Edgerton has reopened.

Barricades and detour signs are in place to direct traffic. The driver had minor injuries and was transported to the hospital for further evaluation. Please give crews time to work and clear the area. We will provide an update once the road is reopened.

⚠️ ROAD CLOSURE ⚠️ U.S. 56 Highway is closed from 1st Street to W. 8th Street in Edgerton after a pickup truck crashed into a power pole. Evergy and the City of Edgerton Public Works are on scene assessing the damage and working to replace the pole safely.

@OWPSAcademy @OlathePolice @OverlandPark_PD @shawneeKSpolice @FBIKansasCity @USMarshalsHQ @LenexaPolice @kcpolice @ATFKansasCity @OlatheWestOwls Thank you!

To all those that serve Happy Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! @OlathePolice @JOCOSHERIFF @OverlandPark_PD @shawneeKSpolice @FBIKansasCity @USMarshalsHQ @LenexaPolice @kcpolice @ATFKansasCity @OlatheWestOwls

***UPDATE Dec. 13, 2025, 4:57 P.M.*** The deceased in this case has been identified as Jonathan Lunceford, age 55, of Blue Springs, MO. Please read the media release for more information about this incident.

The Johnson County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a stabbing which ultimately ended in an officer involved shooting. One person is deceased.

The Johnson County Sheriff's Office has a large presence in the area of the Panasonic plant near 103rd and Astra Pkwy. The situation is contained and there is no active threat to the public. There will be a law enforcement presence in the area for an extended time.

Master Deputy Brandon Collins, we will never forget you.

JCSO deputies and Med-Act responded to a medical incident Sept. 3 on EB K-10 at Kill Creek Rd. Two children and one adult were inside the vehicle. One child died, the other was taken to the hospital. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

Scammers will impersonate law enforcement officers and use numerous scare tactics to get your money. Use these tips if you feel someone is trying to scam you. And remember, you can always call us to verify if the call is real.

@KC_Sportsmen Thanks for letting us know!

Hey @JOCOSHERIFF , someone is scamming people pretending to be a deputy at 913.443.3789 if you want to call them and chat.

@MrsMACisback @Operation100 @FireDist1JoCoKS @JoCoMedAct @kshighwaypatrol The plane struck the corner of the building’s roof causing the plane to rotate and rest in the opposite direction.

@Operation100 @JOCOSHERIFF @FireDist1JoCoKS @JoCoMedAct @kshighwaypatrol Any idea how the plane ended up in the direction it is facing?

The Drug Enforcement Administration has released its 2025 National Drug Threat Assessment to law enforcement agencies nationwide. Below is a full breakdown of the DEA's findings.

@OWPSAcademy @FBIKansasCity @JoCoMedAct @OlathePathways @JoCo_Emergency @USArmy @OlathePolice @OlatheFire @jcccfire @OWNovacekOWLS It was our pleasure. Looking forward to seeing these Ss in #publicsafety careers!

Well, that’s a wrap on our 2025 senior presentations! Shout out to all of the advisory members that attended the presentations this year. @FBIKansasCity @JOCOSHERIFF @JoCoMedAct @OlathePathways @JoCo_Emergency @USArmy @OlathePolice @OlatheFire @jcccfire @OWNovacekOWLS

Never forget the sacrifice of those who are no longer with us.

Please see the following press release from Sheriff Roberson.

Randle Smith is our #FugitiveFriday winner! If you see him, contact our Warrant Unit at 913-715-5212 or SHR-Warrants@jocogov.org. He is known to frequent Paola and Kansas City, KS.

Please see this press release regarding a shooting incident that happened Thursday night at the Johnson County Mental Health Center on Spruce St. in Olathe.