Sheriff

Sheriff David Russell

David was elected Sheriff of Platte County on November 8^th, 2022 at the age of 31 being the youngest Sheriff in Wyoming and second youngest in State history. And took office in January 2023, being the 15th Sheriff of Platte County. He began his career with the Platte County Sheriff’s Office in 2012 and has held various roles at this agency. He was also a seasonal Wyoming Park Ranger for about six seasons. He holds an associate’s degree in general studies, a bachelor's degree in criminal justice: homeland security and emergency management, a master’s degree in law enforcement and public safety leadership and is currently working on his PhD for Criminal Justice. David is excited to be serving the citizens of Platte County and looks forward to working with them.

Platte County Sheriff's Office

The Platte County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to the protection of the people of Platte County and the professional enforcement of local, state, and federal laws. In accomplishing our mission, the men and women of the Sheriff's Office, who are themselves members of the community, will provide prompt and efficient response to those they serve. The Platte County Sheriff's Office values public trust and the confidence of our citizens. The Sheriff is the Chief Executive and Administrator of the Sheriff's Office. He oversees the Patrol Division, the Detention Division, and the Communication Division. The Platte County Sheriff serves as an elected official, with a four-year term.

The Platte County Sheriff’s Office is comprised of 25 sworn law enforcement officers, 7 communication officers, 7 civilian personnel serving a county that encompasses approximately 2,008 square miles.