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
Highlights Monday, July 20
- Putnam Valley – Deputies responded to a report of a missing vulnerable person with dementia who had wandered away from their residence during the night. Multiple units responded to assist with the search, including K-9 teams and a drone. The individual later returned home from a wooded area and was evaluated by EMS.
- Southeast – Deputies responded to a welfare check at a local gas station involving an individual who had made concerning statements. Deputies determined that the individual was experiencing a mental health crisis. The individual became combative and attempted to remove a deputy’s body-worn camera. The individual was arrested for Obstructing Governmental Administration and Resisting Arrest and was subsequently found to be in possession of cocaine, ketamine and other controlled substances. Following processing, the individual was transported to the hospital for a mental health evaluation.
- Kent – Deputies assisted Kent Police with a domestic dispute involving a vehicle. The incident was subsequently turned over to Kent Police for further investigation.
- Southeast – Deputies responded to a disabled vehicle on Route 312 and determined that the driver had a suspended license and an active warrant from the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office. The driver was issued an appearance ticket and turned over to the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office.
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 |
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
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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