Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office responded to nearly 6,000 calls in September

DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office responded to nearly 6,000 dispatched calls for service in September, according to its latest monthly activity report.

The agency recorded 5,970 calls for service, along with 843 traffic stops and 24 motor vehicle crashes.

Deputies made 21 arrests for driving under the influence of intoxicants and responded to 73 domestic incidents.

The Sheriff’s Office also reported 346 community policing contacts, 286 animal-control problems, and 270 cases during the month.

The Deschutes County jail had an average daily population of 207 people in September.

Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue volunteers responded to 14 missions during the month.

Volunteers also participated in 36 training sessions and 21 meetings or events, contributing a total of 2,721.5 volunteer hours.

The Sheriff’s Office said September brought a typical seasonal range of calls and community needs.

The agency releases monthly activity summaries to provide the public with a broader picture of the work taking place throughout Deschutes County.