Allen County Sheriff's Department
Our Mission
The mission of the Allen County Sheriff’s Department is to enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Allen County by professionally working in partnership to provide safety, security and service to the community while upholding the constitutional responsibilities of the Office of Sheriff.
Sheriff Troy Hershberger
As a lifelong resident and over 34 years with the department, Sheriff Hershberger has made it his life’s mission to serve and protect the citizens of Allen County. Sheriff Hershberger was elected Sheriff of Allen County in November 2022 and was sworn into office on December 29, 2022.
Allen County Sheriff’s Department November 1989 – Present
Sheriff Hershberger began his long-running career at the Allen County Confinement Facility and has gone on to oversee nearly every division of the department. During his tenure, he’s also served as a polygraphist for 18 Years, a SWAT Team member for 12 Years, Bomb Squad Technician for 11 Years, and a K-9 Handler for 6 Years.
Boards and Certifications Past and Present:
- Board of Directors of the Alcohol Abuse Deterrent Program
- Advisory board for Great Kids Make Great Communities
- Dr. Bill Lewis Center for Children
- YMCA Youth Services Bureau
- Greater Fort Wayne Crime Stoppers
- YWCA of Northeast Indiana
- Fort Wayne Women’s Bureau
- Mayor’s Commission on Domestic Violence, Rape, and Sexual Harassment
- Allen County’s Child Death Review Team
- Child Protection Team of Allen County
- Allen County School Safety Commission
- Board Member of the Combined Communications Partnership (Emergency Dispatch Center)
- Homeland Security Advisory Council Member
Popular Pages
2025 SHERIFF SALES
Sep 18 2025
List of 2025 Allen County Sheriff Mortgage Foreclosure Sales
Allen County Sheriff’s Department Announces Open Hiring Process for Sworn Police Officers Starting Monday, September 22
Sep 17 2025
The Allen County Sheriff’s Department is pleased to announce that it will begin an open hiring process for sworn police officers on Monday, September 22. This recruitment initiative invites qualified candidates to apply for a rewarding career in law enforcement with one of the region's most respected law enforcement agencies.
Fatal crash in Eastern Allen County
Sep 12 2025
On Friday September 12, 2025, at approximately 3:10pm, officers with the Allen County Sheriffs Department were dispatched to the 15300 blk of Rohman Rd in reference to a crash involving a motorcycle.
