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From the Desk of Sheriff Abbott – 4/17/2026
Uniform Response did their yearly Defensive Tactics Training/Updates this week. They go over different tactics, scenario’s, hands on moves and practice, new legal updates, etc.
SHERIFF NEWS RELEASE -Rescue of Missing Man
On April 16, 2026, at approximately 5:00 p.m., Van Buren County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the 35000 block of Riverview Drive in Waverly Township for a report of a
Help Grow Something Special: Veterans Therapy Garden Opening
Van Buren County is home to a truly special place – the Veterans Therapy Garden in Paw Paw. Located at 801 Hazen Street, this community garden is County-owned property managed
SHERIFF NEWS RELEASE #26003448
Sheriff Daniel E. Abbott reports that on April 9, 2026, at approximately 9:15 PM, Van Buren County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the 25000 block of M-43 in Almena Township
Mike Fossitt Promoted to Veterans Services Director!
We are absolutely thrilled to announce the promotion of Michael Fossitt to our new Veterans Services Director! After serving our community with excellence as a Veterans Service Officer, Mike is
From the Desk of Sheriff Abbott – 4/10/2026
Uniform Response and Our School Resource Deputy handled a Child Abuse/Domestic Violence situation in Gobles. There was substantial evidence that abuse occurred on more than one child, and the mother
