Putnam County Sheriff's Office
Serving and Protecting Our Community


Sheriff Brian M. Hess
Dedicated to serving and protecting the residents of Putnam County with integrity, professionalism, and commitment to justice.
Latest News

Weekend Highlights October 2 – 4
CARMEL – Deputies responded to a report of a person in crisis. The individual was transported to a local hospital for evaluation.
PHILIPSTOWN – Deputies responded to a reported burglary where lawn equipment was stolen from a garage overnight. The investigation is ongoing.
CARMEL – Deputies assisted Carmel PD with a reported larceny where a group of juveniles allegedly stole merchandise from a store and fled on foot. The juveniles were located and the incident was handled by Carmel PD.
CARMEL – Deputies responded to two males fighting on Fair Street. The situation was resolved on scene with no injuries.
SOUTHEAST – Deputies assisted Westchester County PD with a vehicle pursuit involving a tractor trailer. The pursuit was terminated.
SOUTHEAST – A stolen vehicle was located at the Brewster train station. Investigators responded to take over the case.
PATTERSON – Deputies located a person in crisis, who was transported to a local hospital for evaluation.
PUTNAM VALLEY – Deputies responded to a domestic dispute. The situation was resolved on scene.
CARMEL – Deputies took a report of a verbal domestic dispute. The incident was resolved.
SOUTHEAST – Deputies stopped a vehicle on Danbury Road for erratic driving. The driver was arrested for DWI.
SOUTHEAST – Deputies responded to a large fight at La Cantina on Route 22. The crowd was dispersed and no further action was necessary.
SOUTHEAST – Deputies responded to a physical domestic altercation between two males. One individual was arrested for assault.
CARMEL – Deputies, with Kent PD, NYSP, and Carmel PD, responded to a report of a man with a handgun on Route 52. No weapon was found and there was no danger to the public. One individual was transported to a local hospital for evaluation.
Sheriff's Report
March 2026
| Period | Blotter Events | Crime Reports | Arrests | Traffic Stps | Traffic Collisions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February | 2,352 | 158 | 66 | 765 | 46 |
| Year To Date | 6,321 | 402 | 157 | 1,904 | 155 |
Now Hiring: Special Patrol Officers
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is seeking retired law enforcement professionals to join our team as part-time Special Patrol Officers. This is a great way to stay connected to public service while enjoying flexible hours and competitive pay.
- $30/hour, part-time with flexible scheduling
- Opportunity to become an FAA-certified drone pilot through our Drone as First Responder (DFR) program
- Meaningful work supporting deputies and public safety operations across Putnam County
- Open to retired Police Officers, Sheriff’s Deputies, NYS Police, Correction, Parole, and Probation Officers
- Open to residents of Putnam County and contiguous counties (Dutchess, Westchester, Orange, Rockland)

The Putnam County Sheriff's Office is now hiring Correction Officers
✔ Open Competitive Exam
✔ No written test — online questionnaire ✔ Salary: $63,485–$95,618
✔ Accepting lateral transfers Start your career or advance your future in corrections
👉 Apply for the exam: Putnam County Personnel
👉 Lateral transfers: Sheriff’s Website
📄 Download the initial county application on our website
Questions: corrections.admin@putnamcountyny.gov

Traffic Complaint
Report a traffic or driving concern
PC-TAM
Putnam County Threat Assessment Management
If you suspect or have information a planned act of violence, report it here.Pistol Permit Info
Information, Forms and Frequently asked quwstions
Busissness Assessment
We offer free training and security assessments to help local businesses and institutions build a safer, more prepared community.
Dark House Check
Request a Dark House Check to have deputies regularly monitor your property and look for signs of suspicious activity while you're out of town or away for an extended period.
Are You OK?
The "Are You OK?" program is a free daily check-in service provided by the Sheriff’s Office to ensure the safety and independence of seniors and residents living alone.
Quality of Service
Did you have an encounter with one of our members? Let us know how it went.
We're Hiring
We are currently taking lateral transfers Police and Corrections, and SPOs (retired police officers)
Jail Information
The Visitation hours and rules for the Putnam County Correctional Facility

