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
Suspect Arrested in Hathaway Road Homicide Investigation
Jul 31 2025
At approximately 4:07 p.m. today, Chavez Michael Gustin was arrested in connection with the burglary and homicide that occurred in the 700 block of Hathaway Road, on Saturday July 26th.
Life-Threatening Crash in the Area of State Road 37 and Allen Road
Jul 30 2025
At approximately 10:06 a.m., officers with the Allen County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched to the area of State Road 37 and Allen Road in response to a reported vehicle crash with injuries. Upon arrival, officers located a blue passenger car and a white semi-truck with trailer that had been involved in a collision.
2025 SHERIFF SALES
Jul 30 2025
List of 2025 Allen County Sheriff Mortgage Foreclosure Sales
