“I want to recognize Kayte Morris, and all of the incredible volunteers and donors of the Island Food Pantry. We have an amazing network of helpers in our community, people and organizations who come together in times good and bad to support each other. The COVID-19 pandemic has put immense pressure upon crucial services like the Food Pantry, services that keep families afloat in our community”, says Sheriff Ogden. “Now is the time to continue to help, however you are able. The Deputy Sheriff’s Association and I are both donating today to support the Island Food Pantry and to keep the momentum of giving going. Whether you have time to volunteer, funds to donate to your charity of choice, or even encouragement to give- now is the time. Together, we are Island strong, and can weather this storm.”

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Dukes County Sheriff Robert Ogden is excited to announce a seat belt cover program alerting first responders that the wearer is on the Autism spectrum and may respond to aiding emergency responders with resistance. The seatbelt covers are bright blue with the words, “I have Autism. I may resist help” emblazoned in white, and are free to community members, with funding support from the Dukes County Sheriff’s Association.

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Dukes County Jail and House of Correction has suspended all “Contact” visits to inmates in the facility located at 149 Main Street in Edgartown until further notice. Though “Non-Contact” visits to individuals in custody have not been suspended at this time, the Office does ask that anyone who is experiencing flu-like symptoms please refrain from visiting the facility at this time.

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Dukes County Sheriff’s Office Major recipient of MA LEAD Instructor of the Year Award.

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“Parenting is a skill that needs to be taught, and Nurturing Fathers gives participants access to skills to empower them to navigate the dynamics of those relationships; it is the children and families who ultimately benefit.” - Kim D-Arcy, Martha’s Vineyard Community Services’ Family Center Coordinator

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Dukes County Sheriff Robert W. Ogden is pleased to announce the successful raising of the new 140’ Oak Bluffs Radio Communication Tower on Monday, January 13, 2020.

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In addition to early screening practices and identification and classification of inmates, which allows for an initial needs assessment and the ability to arrange appropriate longer-term care plans for individuals with mental healthcare needs, the Dukes County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is finding great success in providing regular and accessible resources based both locally and connected to a larger statewide network.

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Due to high, damaging winds and adverse weather conditions, the Dukes County Regional Emergency Communication Center lost power in the early morning hours of Thursday, October 17th. Lights may have gone dark in the center, but dispatchers never lost the ability to communicate with the public, Police, Fire and EMS.

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Dukes County Sheriff Robert W. Ogden is pleased to announce the award of a $1,726,249 Development Grant from the State 911 Department for the regional public safety radio system upgrades in Fiscal Year 2020.

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The Dukes County Sheriff’s Office has been issued a clean bill of health in a Performance and Compliance Audit by the Massachusetts State Auditor’s Office.

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Dukes County Sheriff’s Office’s Stop the Bleed Instructors led a Stop the Bleed training for Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School teachers and staff.

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These interactive tablets provide inmates with the ability to access educational, vocational, and social-emotional learning & rehabilitation content.

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MVLEC Public Service Announcement video promotes awareness of the prevalence and impact of accidental 911 calls.

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In the wake of this tragedy, we wish to recognize and commend Deputy Anthony Gould of the Dukes County Sheriff’s Office for his bravery.

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The Dukes County Sheriff’s Office joins over 200 other organizations as the fight against the opioid substance abuse epidemic continues to affect our local and national communities.

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