Putnam County Sheriff's Office
Serving and Protecting Our Community
Sheriff Brian M. Hess
Dedicated to serving and protecting the residents of Putnam County with integrity, professionalism, and commitment to justice.
Latest News
April 30 – Daily Update
- Carmel — Following a traffic stop, a subject was arrested for possession of fentanyl. They were issued an appearance ticket and released.
- Brewster — Investigators arrested a 39-year-old male following an investigation into a fraudulent check and withdrawal of approximately $14,000. He was charged with Grand Larceny 3rd, Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument 3rd, Circumventing an Interlock Device, and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation 2nd. He was arraigned in Southeast Town Court and released.
- Philipstown — A subject was arrested for driving with a suspended license and suspended vehicle registration. They were issued an appearance ticket and released.
Sheriff's Report
March 2026
| Period | Blotter Events | Crime Reports | Arrests | Traffic Stps | Traffic Collisions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February | 2,352 | 158 | 66 | 765 | 46 |
| Year To Date | 6,321 | 402 | 157 | 1,904 | 155 |
Ready to get on the water safely this season?
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a New York State Safe Boating Course on Sunday, May 3, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
This course is required for many boaters and provides essential knowledge to help keep you, your passengers, and others safe on the water.
Putnam County Bureau of Emergency Services
112 Old Route 6, Carmel, NY
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The Putnam County Sheriff's Office is now hiring Correction Officers
✔ Open Competitive Exam
✔ No written test — online questionnaire ✔ Salary: $63,485–$95,618
✔ Accepting lateral transfers Start your career or advance your future in corrections
👉 Apply for the exam: Putnam County Personnel
👉 Lateral transfers: Sheriff’s Website
📄 Download the initial county application on our website
Questions: corrections.admin@putnamcountyny.gov
Traffic Complaint
Report a traffic or driving concern
PC-TAM
Putnam County Threat Assessment Management
If you suspect or have information a planned act of violence, report it here.Pistol Permit Info
Information, Forms and Frequently asked quwstions
Busissness Assessment
We offer free training and security assessments to help local businesses and institutions build a safer, more prepared community.
Dark House Check
Request a Dark House Check to have deputies regularly monitor your property and look for signs of suspicious activity while you're out of town or away for an extended period.
Are You OK?
The "Are You OK?" program is a free daily check-in service provided by the Sheriff’s Office to ensure the safety and independence of seniors and residents living alone.
Quality of Service
Did you have an encounter with one of our members? Let us know how it went.
We're Hiring
We are currently taking lateral transfers Police and Corrections, and SPOs (retired police officers)
Jail Information
The Visitation hours and rules for the Putnam County Correctional Facility