Editor's note: the following was submitted by Brown Co Sheriff John Merchant

(KNZA)--These are the patrol statistics for the 3rd quarter of 2025. I have had a number of people that have expressed their appreciation for all that we do, and like to keep up on our specific activity. I have been engaged in many positive conversations and suggestions from the county residents. I appreciate all of your support and input as community safety partners.

As a reminder, scams are constantly increasing throughout the United States, especially in the rural areas such as ours. Please do not provide personal information over the phone or computer. If you are not positively aware of who you are speaking with on the phone or dealing with on the computer, discontinue your conversation at once. Scammers are becoming more and more convincing so always be cautious. Contact your local law enforcement at once if you feel you have been a victim of a scam.

For July/August/ September, deputies responded to the following:

Accidents - 35

Alarm Calls - 3

Animal Calls - 45

Assault/Battery - 2

Assist Other Agency - 108

Burglary - 2

Community Policing - 67

Criminal Damage To Property - 2

Disturbance - 15

DUI/Drug Investigation - 33

Funeral Escort - 11

Illegal Dumping - 3

Fire Response - 20

Medical - 8

Misc - 187

Noise - 3

Offender Registration - 99

Pedestrian Check - 29

Phone Harassment - 2

Property Lost/Found - 5

Protection Order Violations - 3

Driving Complaints - 27

Scam Reports/Concerns - 87

Sex Offense - 2

Subpoena Service - 304

Suspicious Person Or Vehicle - 19

Theft - 9

Town Checks - 1,352

Traffic Stops - 526

Vehicle Checks/Lockouts, Etc. - 162

VINs - 50

Warrants - 41

Welfare Checks - 31

Over 3,290 incidents in these three months combined, which average to over 36 incidents per day.