Brown County Sheriff’s Office
39 N Van Buren PO Box 95
Nashville, Indiana 47448
Telephone - 812-988-6655
Fax – 812-265-3190
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Brown County Indiana
Our Sheriff - Rick D. Followell Brown County Sheriff, Rick D. Followell was elected to his first four year term in 2011. He brings to the citizens of this world famous county, 21 years of professional law enforcement experience all of which has been in Brown County. As the highest-ranking law enforcement official in Brown County, Sheriff Followell believes that the way to build trust between members of the Sheriff's Department, other government and social agencies, and most important the community, is to make sure that all department employees are well trained, highly motivated, and informed. Chief Deputy -Jeff Deckard Chief Deputy, Jeff Deckard has a 36 year distinguished law enforcement career and is retired from the Indiana State Police. His knowledge and experience will be a great asset to the Brown County Sheriff's Department. His professionalism and dedication is well documented and his community involvement especially in the Brown County Schools will help students to build trust and respect in county law enforcement. Chief Deputy Deckard will introduce new programs to insure all department personnel reflect a positive image within the community. Jail Information Jail Commander: Tony Sciscoe Historic Brown County The historic and rustic hills of Brown County covers 320 square miles, 16 miles east to west, 20 miles north to south and is home to 15,242 residents. The Brown County State Park is the largest state park in America and attracts over a million visitors from around the world annually. Brown County has the highest concentration of forested land of any of Indiana's 92 counties with 90% coverage. Tourism is the largest industry in the county. Simple quality of life is why people choose to live in Brown County. Columbus to the east and Bloomington to west provide the majority of jobs for the citizens of the county. Nashville is home to a variety of unique shops and hospitality establishments. The Sheriff's Department has a great working relationship with the Nashville Police Department and together the two have played an important part in preserving the historical heritage of Brown County Indiana. |
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HOME SAFETY
Many burglars will spend no more than 60 seconds attempting to break into a home. Make sure every external door has sturdy, well-installed deadbolt locks. Sliding glass doors offer easy access if not properly secured. You can secure them by installing commercially available locks or putting a broomstick or wooden dowel in the inside track to jam the door.
Never hide house keys under the mat or a rock that is near your door. Most burglars know the trick. Instead give an extra key to a trusted neighbor. When you move to a new house or apartment, have a competent locksmith rekey the locks. All outside doors to your home should be metal or solid wood. Install a peephole in all entry doors so you can see who is outside without opening the door.
Don’t use door chains: they break easily and don’t keep intruders out. Prune back shrubbery and trees so that they don’t obscure windows or doors. Install outdoor floodlights or motion-sensor light to eliminate any areas where someone might hide. When you go out of town, give your house that “lived in look” by putting a few of your lights on timers. Also, stop your mail and newspaper delivery or have a trusted neighbor pick it up for you.
Don’t leave anything, such as ladders or tools, lying around that can be used to break into your home. If you are a female and you live alone, don’t advertise it by putting “Miss Jane Doe” on your doorbell or mailbox. Just put the initial of your first name and your last name, “J. Doe.” Mark all of your valuables with your license number.
Consider installing metal grills on windows, but make sure they are easily removed from the inside in case of fire or other emergency. Ask a trusted neighbor to watch your home while you are away. Write down and report to the police license numbers on vehicles used by any suspicious persons in your neighborhood. Join a Neighborhood Watch Group. If one doesn’t exist, start one with the help of your local law enforcement agency.
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