Naloxone vending machine installed at the DelCo Jail! Available 24/7!. “The DCSO is in the business of protecting our community & saving lives, & I am not going to sit idly by while another family mourns the loss of their loved one.” - Sheriff Balzer. #NarcanSavesLives

Registration Now Open: August Women's Self-Defense.Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable skills and boost your confidence in a supportive environment. Spaces are limited, so be sure to #registernow.To apply visit,

UPDATE: (7/10/2025 - 12:25 AM) - Lucan has been located. Thank you!.

MISSING: 13-yr-old Lucan. Last seen on foot in the area of Scioto Chase & Scioto Parkway in Powell, around 8:20 PM on Wed., July 9th. Approx. 5 ft. 6 in. & 130 pounds with brown hair & eyes. Believed to have on black shorts & t-shirt, & flip-flops. Call: 740-833-2800 with info.

The DCSO is investigating the theft of a purse from a shopping cart at Meijer on June 30th b/w 12:30-1 PM. The suspect is believed to drive a newer model Toyota minivan. Please contact Deputy Catipon at tcatipon@co.delaware.oh.us if you have any information. #WeNeedYourHelp

Mark your calendars—Women's Self-Defense class: Sat., Aug. 2nd. Registration: Fri., July 11th, 8 AM. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable skills & boost your confidence in a supportive environment. Spaces are limited, so be sure to sign up early!.#WomensSelfDefense #Safe

FOUND! Missing 8yo Elijah was located safely at 2:25pm. Thank you for the shares!.

MISSING! We are actively searching for missing 8-year-old Elijah, non-verbal w/ autism. Last seen at Little Bear Golf Club in Orange Twp. at 1PM. He is 4-feet tall, wearing gray & blue shirt, gray shorts, and gray sandals. Plz contact us immediately: (740) 833-2800 w/ any info.

UPDATE: 8:30 PM - US 23 is now open.

Please be advised that all lanes of US 23 between North Sandusky and Pinecrest are closed to all traffic due to a crash. Please avoid the area and find an alternate route. Stay tuned for updates.

Karafa—New Natl Director for the Amer. Jail Ass. Board! .His dedication & passion for advancing correctional practices have elevated the DCSO Jail to exemplary standards. Karafa is eager to collaborate with fellow leaders from across the country. #CorrectionsTraining #Leadership

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Spots still available: 2025 Citizens Sheriff Academy This program is a chance to get a 1-on-1 w/the Sheriff & staff, see 911 center & jail, along with a chance to see our everyday equipment & specialty units. #CommunityEngagement #LetsLearnFromEachOther #CitizensSheriffAcademy

Classes are held weekly on Wednesday evenings, starting Aug. 6 with graduation on Oct. 15. Registration is now open, visit:

Sometimes people base their perceptions on what they see on the news or social media; oftentimes, these perceptions are entirely inaccurate. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how your Delaware County tax $ are used. #LawEnforcement

DC Citizens SO Acad. is gearing up! Registration: Thurs., June 12-30th. Join us for an exploration of how the SO operates; interact w/dptys, dispatchers & COs. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your understanding of your SO!.#CitizensSheriffAcademy #TransparencyMatters #LEO

Move over, slow down. It's the law. If you see first responders, department of highway trucks, construction crews, or a driver with flashing lights pulled over on the side of the road, slow down and create a safe space for them!.#MoveOverOhio #SDMO #WorkZoneSafety #SlowDown

All northbound lanes of US-23 at OH-750 are back open as of 5 AM this morning (Wednesday, June 4).

TRAFFIC Alert: Tues, June 3, 2025; 6:30 PM. The NB lanes of US-23 near the intersection of OH-750 will be shut down until further notice due to a semi accident. It is believed the lanes will remain closed throughout the evening. Please find an alternate route. @DelawareCoOhio

UPDATE: (Monday, June 2nd, 7:30 AM) - all individuals have been identified at this time. Thank you for your assistance!.