WCSO and CNS Turkey Giveaway
Our people suited up and came out on a Saturday morning for one of our most cherished partnerships. For the last 7 years, we have partnered with CNS Healthcare to give away hundreds of turkeys to needy families. We keep the line moving, haul all those frozen turkeys off the trucks, and help pass the […]
WCSO Announces Partnership With MDOS
The WCSO runs the largest jail in the state. The reality is many of the people in our custody aren’t going to prison but back to their communities. We want to send them back in a position to succeed. Key to that is basic identification. So many of those housed here don’t have identification. It’s […]
After 17 Years, Beloved WCSO Horse Retires
It’s hard to say goodbye to your partner. Hogan, or Hoagie as he’s affectionately called, just turned 20. He’s been a Wayne County Sheriff’s Mounted Unit member since 2008. Hogan is the leader of the herd and is ridden by Sgt. Lacey Polderdyke. She’ll tell you he’s patient with children, loves Rice Krispies treats, and […]
WCSO Welcomes 40 New Deputies!
It was such a special night. Our latest Academy class of 40 took the oath and received their badges in a beautiful ceremony on the steps of the CJC. Members of Wayne County Executive Warren Evans’ team were on hand to congratulate the graduates. When Sheriff Washington took to the podium, he immediately asked the […]
Detroit Senior Friendship Day
In addition to our law enforcement mission, this agency prioritizes youth and senior initiatives. Sheriff Washington, along with our dedicated Community Engagement Team are across the county daily supporting multiple events. One close to our heart is Detroit Senior Friendship Day. Held at The Aretha, along the waterfront, it is an all-day free event. Our […]
WCSO Supports Metro Detroit Youth Day
For more than 40 years Metro Detroit Youth Day has been a summer touchstone. Our agency has consistently supported the event financially, as well as with our personnel. We believe youth programs are critical for Wayne County and we’re always proud to be a sponsor and a supporter. Congratulations to Ed Deeb and his entire […]
WCSO Kicks Off Summer Boating Season
The Sheriff and the Marine Unit did a whole day of education for boaters ahead of the Memorial Day holiday. Thanks to CBS Detroit, WDIV, and WJBK for helping us spread the word. The Marine Deputies hate having to ticket boaters. That said, there has been an uptick in boats and personal watercraft like Jet […]
WCSO Takes You Under the Ice
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office has multiple specialty teams. Our Marine/Dive Team is on call to assist throughout Wayne County and agencies in neighboring counties if they find themselves in need. Our people constantly train, and this winter is no different. Ice Diving requires special certification that new team members needed. So, after taking a […]
WCSO Dive Team Rescues Trapped Detroiters
It was an absolute mess. A 54-inch water main ruptured in Southwest Detroit on February 17th. Icy water engulfed a neighborhood near Beard and Rowan streets. The enormity of the problem became clear as the water levels started rise, engulfing cars and flooding basements. At times, the streets were awash in waist high water. Sheriff […]
WCSO on WXYZ: AI/Deepfakes Targeting Teens
The rise of AI means we’re all on the cusp of a new digital world. Already, AI is all over social media platforms and it is becoming harder and harder to recognize real from AI generated photos and content. Some things parents need to be aware of: The lack of parental filters and settings in […]