McCAMMON, ID — A swift response between a Bannock County Sheriff’s Deputy and a local citizen saved a life during a residential structure fire in McCammon last night. On the evening of Thursday, July 2, 2026, emergency dispatchers received a distress call from a male...
Sheriff Press Releases
Breaking the Cycle: A new program is fostering hope at the Bannock County Jail
Sir Edward Elgar’s Pomp and Circumstance played from a phone speaker as eight people, clad in caps, gowns, and orange jumpsuits, walked into a fluorescent-lit room to receive their graduation certificates and celebratory donuts. This modest graduation ceremony at...
Bannock County Sheriff’s Office Announces Andy Iverson as New Chief Deputy
BANNOCK COUNTY, Idaho –The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the appointment of Andy Iverson as Chief Deputy, effective immediately. Iverson joined the office in 1995. He’s worked in almost every facet of the Sheriff’s Office, including as a...
Abigail Allen selected as District 5 recipient for Idaho Association of Counties Scholarship
BANNOCK COUNTY, Idaho – Abigail Allen, a sophomore at Montana State University and the child of deputy at the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office, has been awarded one of seven Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) Scholarships. She will receive $1,000 to support her...
Sparklight Awards $5,000 Charitable Giving Fund Grant to Bannock County FOP Christmas
POCATELLO, Idaho (Dec. 29, 2025) – Children in Bannock County experienced a brighter holiday season thanks to a $5,000 grant from Sparklight® through its Charitable Giving Fund. The grant supported the Bannock County FOP Christmas Cops & Kids program, which pairs...
Death investigation underway in Bannock County
INKOM, Idaho - The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office and the Coroner’s Office are investigating the suspicious death of a 19-year-old male discovered on the morning of November 1, 2025, on private property in Inkom, ID. An autopsy has been ordered to determine the...
Annual ‘Stuff the Stocking’ fundraiser set for November 8 to support Cops & Kids holiday event
CHUBBUCK, ID – Law enforcement officers from across Bannock County will be donning Santa hats and collecting donations at the annual “Stuff the Stocking” fundraiser, taking place Saturday, November 8, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Chubbuck Walmart, located at...
Bannock County Sheriff’s Office Launches New Mobile App to Strengthen Community Connection
BANNOCK COUNTY, Idaho - The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the launch of a new mobile application designed to enhance communication and public safety services for residents. Developed in partnership with TheSheriffApp.com, the app is now...
Schedule your next Driver’s License renewal online at the Bannock County Driver’s License Office
Drivers looking to renew their licenses can now use an online tool to schedule their appointments at the Bannock County Driver’s License Office. The new scheduling system will make things simpler for patrons who prefer to have an appointment rather than walk in....
Deputy placed on administrative leave following allegations of misconduct
BANNOCK COUNTY, Idaho - On Feb. 28, 2024, the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office received information regarding an allegation of misconduct by one of our deputies. Based on the seriousness of the allegations, the deputy was immediately placed on administrative leave. The...