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Investigations Division SCROLL DOWN The Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division has several components, including 11 sworn deputies and an additional five officers from other departments who are assigned to the division. 01 - 04 Detectives Our team of detectives is a joint effort with Heber City Police Department and consists of four members. Their primary investigations involve the abuse and neglect of children, which require daily cooperation with the Department of Child and Family Services. Additionally, this team handles a significant amount of time handling death investigations, many of which are related to the abundant outdoor recreation opportunities in Wasatch County. Their expertise extends to a wide range of cases, including follow-up on domestic violence incidents, felony property crimes, and fraud. 02 - 04 School Resource Officers The safety of our children and educators is of paramount importance to us, which is why we have assigned deputies at seven schools in Wasatch County. This initiative is a partnership with the Wasatch County School District, with the shared objective of creating the safest environment possible at our schools. Our School Resource Officers (SROs) undergo rigorous training in tested and proven tactics to effectively respond to active assailant attacks. In fact, our County is proud to host regional training events in this regard. Research confirms that assailants often target perceived vulnerabilities, which is why we prioritize target hardening as the most effective strategy. Our deputies wear uniforms and are full equipped to counter deadly threats. They are highly trained individuals who will not hesitate to take immediate and aggressive action in the event of an attack. We want to make it clear to any potential attacker that targeting our schools will result in swift confrontation with a well-trained, well-armed, and fully equipped deputy. 03 - 04 Major Crimes Taskforce The Major Crimes Taskforce is a collaborative effort that involves multiple jurisdictions and is directly supervised by a Wasatch County deputy sergeant. Officers from Heber City and other state and local agencies contribute to this unit’s operations. We have observed a concerning trend of illegal drug use playing a significant role in high-risk domestic violence and child abuse cases. Since the formation of this taskforce, we have seen proven success in apprehending violent offenders and ensuring they remain behind bars. 04 - 04 Evidence and Property Management To efficiently manage the crucial task of handling evidence, we have a dedicated employee within the Sheriff’s Office. This individual manages these items in addition to accomplishing other essential work assignments. DIVISIONS | INVESTIGATIONS

Patrol Division SCROLL DOWN DIVISIONS | PATROL Our dedicated team of nearly two dozen patrol deputies is available around the clock to handle any calls that come in, whether it’s day or night. From responding to active shooters to investigating robberies, their priority is to answer every call for service in a timely and efficient manner. By actively engaging with community members and establish rapport, the Wasatch County patrol deputies build and maintain strong relationships with citizens. Additionally, they often handle civil service requests, including serving court paperwork. They also work tirelessly to document all encounters, ensuring accurate records and reporting. A key part of every patrol deputy’s role is taking a proactive approach to law enforcement, particularly in the following areas: 01 Domestic Violence Our patrol deputies are committed to addressing and preventing domestic violence incidents, ensuring the safety and well-being of our community members. 02 Protective Order Violations Patrol deputies prioritize enforcing protective orders, providing a sense of security to those who have sought legal protection. 03 DUI Wasatch County deputies actively work to deter and apprehend individuals who drive under the influence, protecting other drivers on the road. 04 Drug-Related Issues Deputies investigate drug-related activities, aiming to prevent their spread and protect our community from the associated dangers. Two-year-old Rue is our K-9 who works closely with a handler to help locate and identify illegal drugs. DIVISIONS | PATROL Schedule a K-9 Demonstration DIVISIONS | PATROL Warrants They actively pursue individuals with outstanding warrants, promoting lawfulness and maintaining public safety. To ensure our deputies are prepared to handle any situation, they undergo continuous training in a variety of scenarios. These training sessions incorporate both virtual and hands-on exercises, allowing them to work through specific challenges and improve their response strategies. They dedicate 10 hours of every 80-hour work cycle to training. Most of our patrol deputies are also certified C.I.T. officers. They maintain the same responsibilities but are usually assigned to handle situations involving individuals experiencing mental health crises. A C.I.T. Officer receives broad and generalized training in identifying characteristics of various mental disorders that are commonly presented in law enforcement and corrections settings. They are prepared to provide a safe intervention for the person in crises, as well as their family and the community. Share a Concern or Compliment

Search and Rescue Division SCROLL DOWN Anyone, anytime, anywhere. This motto embodies the spirit of our Search and Rescue team, which is one of the busiest in the state of Utah. This team is made up of 36 volunteers who drop everything to answer the call approximately 140 times per year. Despite juggling their own full-time jobs, they’re wholeheartedly committed to serving the community in this capacity whenever they’re called to do so. They leave their families, often in the middle of the night or on holidays, to save lives and assist victims who are in trouble. While every situation presents unique challenges, 65% of the calls every year occur during the winter months. This surge in demand is due to the abundance of snow activities in Wasatch County. Whether it’s a snowmobile mishap or skiing accident, our team members who specialize in these types of incidents bring exceptional skill to every rescue. DIVISIONS | SEARCH AND RESCUE DIVISIONS | SEARCH AND RESCUE There are several other specialties various Search and Rescue members bring to the team, including: 01 Scuba diving 02 High angle and swift water rescues 03 Sonar operations 04 Horseback riding 05 Single-track rescues (dirt bikes, mountain bikes, etc.) During the summer months, many calls are related to boating due to the four reservoirs that can be found in Wasatch County. However, the team also travels throughout the state to assist other agencies whenever their experience is required. When a call comes in, everyone on the team responds. While specific situations will require one of our specialty teams to take the lead, all other team members are present to support in any capacity. One of their most significant responsibilities is offering assistance and solace to families on what is often the worst day of their lives. With the support of their employers and loved ones, the volunteers on this team give back to the community in a tremendous capacity. It's important to note that our Search and Rescue team operates within certain budget constraints, which limits the number of available positions. However, we’re always open to receiving applications. If you would like to be considered for future openings on the team, please complete an application and return it to the Sheriff’s Office. Search and Rescue Application DIVISIONS | SEARCH AND RESCUE

Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) WASATCH COUNTY SHERIFF | POLICIES SCROLL DOWN Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) Policy 427 427.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance for the capture, storage, and use of digital data obtained through the use of the automated license plate reader (ALPR) technology (Utah Code 41-6a-2003). 427.2 ADMINISTRATION The ALPR technology, also known as license plate recognition (LPR), allows for the automated detection of license plates. It is used by the Wasatch County Sheriff's Office to convert data associated with vehicle license plates for official law enforcement purposes, including identifying stolen or wanted vehicles, stolen license plates, and missing persons. It may also be used to gather information related to active warrants, homeland security, electronic surveillance, suspect interdiction, and stolen property recovery. All installation and maintenance of ALPR equipment, as well as ALPR data retention and access shall be managed by the Administration Division Commander. The Administration Division Commander will assign personnel under the Administration Division Commander's command to administer the day-to-day operation of the ALPR equipment and data. 427.2.1 SPECIAL USE PERMITS The Administration Division Commander or the authorized designee shall obtain required special use permits before installation of stationary ALPR equipment when applicable (Utah Code 41-6a-2003; Utah Code 72-1-212). 427.3 OPERATIONS Use of an ALPR is restricted to the purposes outlined below. Office personnel shall not use or allow others to use the equipment or database records for any unauthorized purpose. (a) An ALPR shall only be used for official and legitimate law enforcement business (Utah Code 41-6a-2003). (b) An ALPR may be used in conjunction with any routine patrol operation or official investigation. Reasonable suspicion or probable cause is not required before using an ALPR. (c) While an ALPR may be used to canvass license plates around any crime scene, particular consideration should be given to using ALPR-equipped vehicles to canvass areas around homicides, shootings, and other major incidents. Partial license plates reported during major crimes should be entered into the ALPR system in an attempt to identify suspect vehicles. (d) No member of this office shall operate ALPR equipment or access ALPR data without first completing office-approved training. (e) If practicable, the deputy should verify an ALPR response through the appropriate law enforcement database before taking enforcement action that is based solely upon an ALPR alert. (f) No ALPR operator may access confidential office, state, or federal data unless otherwise authorized to do so. 427.3.1 LIMITATIONS ON USE ALPR data shall only be used for the following official law enforcement business (Utah Code 41-6a-2003): (a) As part of an active criminal investigation (b) To apprehend an individual with an outstanding warrant (c) To locate a missing or endangered person (d) To locate a stolen vehicle 427.4 DATA COLLECTION AND RETENTION All data and images gathered by an ALPR are for the official use of the Wasatch County Sheriff's Office and because such data may contain confidential information, it is not open to public review. ALPR information gathered and retained by this office may be used and shared with prosecutors or others only as permitted by law (Utah Code 41-6a-2004). The Administration Division Commander is responsible for ensuring systems and processes are in place for the proper collection and retention of ALPR data. Data will be transferred from vehicles to the designated storage in accordance with office procedures. The Administration Division Commander or the authorized designee shall take steps to have all ALPR data that is not reasonably related to official law enforcement business purged in an unrecoverable manner as soon as practicable. In no event shall this data be maintained longer than nine months unless it is subject to a warrant, preservation request, or disclosure order (Utah Code 41-6a-2004). Data that will not be purged should be downloaded from the server onto portable media and booked into evidence. 427.4.1 NON-GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY ALPR ALPR data captured by a non-governmental agency device may only be obtained pursuant to a warrant or a court order (Utah Code 41-6a-2005). 427.5 ACCOUNTABILITY All data will be closely safeguarded and protected by both procedural and technological means. The Wasatch County Sheriff's Office will observe the following safeguards regarding access to and use of stored data: (a) All ALPR data downloaded to the mobile workstation and server shall be accessible only through a login/password-protected system capable of documenting all access of information by name, date, and time. (b) Members approved to access ALPR data under these guidelines are permitted to access the data for legitimate law enforcement purposes only, such as when the data relate to a specific criminal investigation or office-related civil or administrative action. (c) The number of ALPR data searches conducted by members as well as the crime type and incident numbers associated with each search shall be recorded and preserved for at least five years (Utah Code 41-6a-2005). (d) ALPR system audits should be conducted on a regular basis. 427.6 POLICY The policy of the Wasatch County Sheriff's Office is to utilize ALPR technology to capture and store digital license plate data and images while recognizing the established privacy rights of the public. All data and images gathered by the ALPR are for the official use of this office. Because such data may contain confidential information, it is not open to public review. 427.7 RELEASING ALPR DATA The ALPR data may be shared only with other law enforcement or prosecutorial agencies for official law enforcement purposes or as otherwise permitted by law, using the following procedures: (a) The agency makes a written request for the ALPR data that includes: 1. The name of the agency. 2. The name of the person requesting. 3. The intended purpose of obtaining the information. (b) The request is reviewed by the Administration Division Commander or the authorized designee and approved before the request is fulfilled. (c) The approved request is retained on file. Requests for ALPR data by non-law enforcement or non-prosecutorial agencies will be processed as provided in the Records Maintenance and Release Policy. 427.8 PUBLIC ACCESS This policy and any special use permits obtained for stationary ALPRs shall be published on the County website or on the Utah Public Notice Website if the Office does not have access to a County website (Utah Code 41-6a-2003; Utah Code 72-1-212). Download this Policy Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2023/12/12, All Rights Reserved. Published with permission by Wasatch County Sheriff's Office

Sexual Assault Investigations WASATCH COUNTY SHERIFF | POLICIES SCROLL DOWN Sexual Assault Investigations Policy 601 601.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines for the investigation of sexual assaults (Utah Code 53-24-101). These guidelines will address some of the unique aspects of such cases and the effects that these crimes have on the victims. Mandatory notifications requirements are addressed in the Child Abuse and Adult Abuse policies. 601.1.1 DEFINITIONS Definitions related to this policy include: Restricted sexual assault kit - A sexual assault kit collected from a victim who is at least 18 years old and at the time of collection declines to have the kit processed or to have the examination form shared with any entity outside of the collection facility (Utah Code 53-10-902). Sexual assault - Any crime or attempted crime of a sexual nature, to include but not limited to offenses defined in Utah Code, Title 76, Chapter 5, Part 4 (Sexual Offenses). Sexual assault kit - A package of items that is used by medical personnel to gather and preserve biological and physical evidence following an allegation of sexual assault (Utah Code 53-10-902). Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) - A multidisciplinary team generally comprised of advocates; law enforcement officers; forensic medical examiners, including sexual assault forensic examiners (SAFEs) or sexual assault nurse examiners (SANEs) if possible; forensic laboratory personnel and prosecutors. The team is designed to coordinate a broad response to sexual assault victims. 601.2 POLICY It is the policy of the Wasatch County Sheriff's Office that its members, when responding to reports of sexual assaults, will strive to minimize the trauma experienced by the victims, and will aggressively investigate sexual assaults, pursue expeditious apprehension and conviction of perpetrators, and protect the safety of the victims and the community. 601.3 QUALIFIED INVESTIGATORS Qualified investigators should be available for assignment of sexual assault investigations. These investigators should: (a) Have specialized training in, and be familiar with, interview techniques and the medical and legal issues that are specific to sexual assault investigations. (b) Conduct follow-up interviews and investigation. (c) Present appropriate cases of alleged sexual assault to the prosecutor for review. (d) Coordinate with other enforcement agencies, social service agencies and medical personnel as needed. (e) Provide referrals to therapy services, victim advocates and support for the victim. (f) Participate in or coordinate with the SART or other multidisciplinary investigative teams as applicable. 601.4 REPORTING In all reported or suspected cases of sexual assault, a report should be written and assigned for follow-up investigation. This includes incidents in which the allegations appear unfounded or unsubstantiated. 601.5 VICTIM INTERVIEWS The primary considerations in sexual assault investigations, which begin with the initial call to 9-1-1 enter, should be the health and safety of the victim, the preservation of evidence, and preliminary interviews to determine if a crime has been committed and to attempt to identify the suspect. Whenever possible, a member of the SART should be included in the initial victim interviews. An in-depth follow-up interview should not be conducted until after the medical and forensic examinations are completed and the personal needs of the victim have been met (e.g., change of clothes, bathing). The follow-up interview may be delayed to the following day based upon the circumstances. Whenever practicable, the follow-up interview should be conducted by a qualified investigator. No opinion of whether the case is unfounded should be included in a report. Victims should not be asked or required to take a polygraph examination (34 USC § 10451). Victims should be apprised of applicable victim’s rights provisions, as outlined in the Victim and Witness Assistance Policy. 601.5.1 MEMBER RESPONSIBILITIES Upon written request from the victim, or his/her designee, members investigating or receiving a report of an alleged sexual assault shall inform the victim or his/her designee of the following (Utah Code 77-37-3): (a) That the victim has the right to request a test for the HIV infection. (b) Whether a DNA profile was obtained from the rape kit or other evidence in his/her case. (c) Whether that DNA profile was entered into the Utah Combined DNA Index System (CODIS). (d) Whether there is a match between that DNA profile or other crime scene evidence and a DNA profile in the Utah CODIS, unless such notice would impede or compromise an ongoing investigation. (e) That the victim has a right to designate a person to act as a recipient of the above information. 601.5.2 NOTIFICATION UPON ARREST OR ISSUANCE OF A CITATION When a deputy arrests or issues a citation to a person 18 years of age or older for a qualifying sexual offense, the deputy shall provide the individual with the written notice required by Utah Code 78B-7-802. Victims shall be provided notice in accordance with the Victim and Witness Assistance Policy. 601.6 COLLECTION AND TESTING OF BIOLOGICAL EVIDENCE Whenever possible, a SART member should be involved in the collection of forensic evidence from the victim. When the facts of the case indicate that collection of biological evidence is warranted, it should be collected regardless of how much time has elapsed since the reported assault. If a drug-facilitated sexual assault is suspected, urine and blood samples should be collected from the victim as soon as practicable. Subject to the requirements set forth in this policy, biological evidence from all sexual assault cases, including cases where the suspect is known by the victim, should be submitted for testing. Victims who choose not to assist with an investigation, do not desire that the matter be investigated or wish to remain anonymous may still consent to the collection of evidence under their control. In these circumstances, the evidence should be collected and stored appropriately. 601.6.1 COLLECTION AND TESTING REQUIREMENTS Members investigating sexual assaults or handling related evidence are required to: (a) Notify the victim, or the victim's designee, if evidence will not be analyzed in a case involving an unknown perpetrator (Utah Code 77-37-3). (b) Take possession of sexual assault kits within one business day after receiving notice from a collecting facility (Utah Code 53-10-904; Utah Code 53-10-907). 1. The member taking possession of the kit should ensure that the required information is entered into the statewide sexual assault kit tracking system within five days of receiving the kit from a collection facility. (c) Transfer the kit to the appropriate law enforcement agency within 10 days in cases where the incident occurred in another jurisdiction (Utah Code 53-10-904). (d) Submit the kit to the Utah Bureau of Forensic Services within 30 days of obtaining possession of the kit except for cases involving restricted kits (Utah Code 53-10-904). 1. If available, a suspect standard or a consensual partner elimination standard shall be submitted with the sexual assault kit. 2. If not obtained until later, the standards shall be submitted as soon as possible but no later than 30 days after the Office obtained possession of the kit. 3. If the victim informs the Wasatch County Sheriff's Office that the victim wants to have the kit processed and agrees to release of the sexual assault examination form with the kit, the kit may no longer be classified as restricted and shall be submitted to the Utah Bureau of Forensic Services as soon as possible, but no later than 30 days after the victim chooses to unrestrict the kit (Utah Code 53-10-904). Additional guidance regarding evidence retention and destruction is found in the Property and Evidence Policy. 601.6.2 DNA TEST RESULTS Members investigating sexual assault cases should ensure that a victim, or their designee, is notified of any DNA test results as soon as reasonably practicable (Utah Code 77-37-3). A SART member should be consulted regarding the best way to deliver biological testing results to a victim so as to minimize victim trauma, especially in cases where there has been a significant delay in getting biological testing results (e.g., delays in testing the evidence or delayed DNA databank hits). Members should make reasonable efforts to assist the victim by providing available information on local assistance programs and organizations as provided in the Victim and Witness Assistance Policy. Members investigating sexual assaults cases should ensure that DNA results are entered into databases when appropriate and as soon as practicable. 601.7 DISPOSITION OF CASES If the assigned investigator has reason to believe the case is without merit, the case may be classified as unfounded only upon review and approval of the Investigations Division supervisor. Classification of a sexual assault case as unfounded requires the Investigations Division supervisor to determine that the facts have significant irregularities with reported information and that the incident could not have happened as it was reported. When a victim has recanted his/her original statement, there must be corroborating evidence that the allegations were false or baseless (i.e., no crime occurred) before the case should be determined as unfounded. 601.8 CASE REVIEW The Investigations Division supervisor should ensure cases are reviewed on a periodic basis, at least annually, using an identified group that is independent of the investigation process. The reviews should include an analysis of: • Case dispositions. • Decisions to collect biological evidence. • Submissions of biological evidence for lab testing. The SART and/or victim advocates should be considered for involvement in this audit. Summary reports on these reviews should be forwarded through the chain of command to the Sheriff. 601.9 RELEASING INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC In cases where the perpetrator is not known to the victim, and especially if there are multiple crimes where more than one appear to be related, consideration should be given to releasing information to the public whenever there is a reasonable likelihood that doing so may result in developing helpful investigative leads. The Investigations Division supervisor should weigh the risk of alerting the suspect to the investigation with the need to protect the victim and the public, and to prevent more crimes. 601.10 PUBLIC ACCESS This policy shall be published on the Office website for public access (Utah Code 53-24-101). 601.11 TRAINING Subject to available resources, periodic training should be provided to: (a) Members who are first responders. Training should include: 1. Initial response to sexual assaults. 2. Legal issues. 3. Victim advocacy. 4. Victim’s response to trauma. (b) Qualified investigators, who should receive advanced training on additional topics. Advanced training should include: 1. Interviewing sexual assault victims. 2. SART. 3. Medical and legal aspects of sexual assault investigations. 4. Serial crimes investigations. 5. Use of community and other federal and state investigative resources, such as the Violent Criminal Apprehension Program (ViCAP). 6. Techniques for communicating with victims to minimize trauma. Download this Policy Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2023/12/12, All Rights Reserved. Published with permission by Wasatch County Sheriff's Office

Corrections Division SCROLL DOWN The Corrections Division is comprised of approximately 40 deputies who oversee the Wasatch County Jail, a 100-bed facility designed for inmates who will be serving less than a year behind bars. In addition, some inmates are housed for the State prison system in exchange for funding. To rehabilitate those who are serving time in jail, the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office provides opportunities for inmates to work inside the jail. Deputies in Corrections oversee these individuals as they clean and complete projects in less restricted areas of the jail. Those who meet certain criteria may also work on County-owned property by cleaning, cutting lawns, or shoveling snow. This is a unique opportunity that prepares inmates for their transition back into society by preparing them for respectable employment. Another core responsibility of the Corrections department is to ensure the safety and security of those with judicial business at the Wasatch County Justice Center. Safety is first accomplished by screening everyone that enters the Justice Center. In addition, we provide bailiff services for the Fourth District Court, the Fourth District Juvenile Court, and the Wasatch County Justice Court. The primary duty of a bailiff is to maintain security and order in the courtroom in addition to moving incarcerated persons from the jail to the courts for their appearances. Thanks to the hard work and support of volunteers in the community, inmates can study and learn skills in a variety of areas, including math, reading, and computers. In partnership with the Wasatch County School District, they may also earn their high school diploma, if needed. They may also attend drug and alcohol support groups, as well as religious services. These services would not be possible without our dedicated volunteers who commit their lives to helping this community. Volunteers, thank you for donating your time and expertise! DIVISIONS | CORRECTIONS

Mission, Principles, Goals SCROLL DOWN Mission In partnership with the community, we will proactively serve and protect our neighborhoods, schools, and businesses using thorough, innovative, and cost-effective methods to prevent crime, enforce the law, and care for and rehabilitate those who are incarcerated. Principles Our fundamental duty is to serve the citizens of Wasatch County, protecting lives and property against deception, intimidation, violence, and disorder. We recognize the badge as a symbol of public faith and strive to uphold the following objectives and ideals: 01 We respect the Constitutional rights of every individual as it pertains to liberty, equality, and justice. 02 We maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn, or ridicule. 03 We remain honest in thought and deed in both our personal and official lives, obeying the laws of the land and the regulations of the department. 04 We uphold confidentiality unless revelation is necessary in the performance of duty. 05 We never permit personal feelings, prejudices, animosities, or friendships to influence decisions. 06 With no compromise for crime, we enforce the law courteously and appropriately without fear or favor. ABOUT | MISSION, PRINCIPLES, GOALS ABOUT | MISSION, PRINCIPLES, GOALS Goals The Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office is committed to growing and improving to meet the needs of our community. We routinely evaluate our goals for the future, adjusting when necessary and adding new objectives as we achieve others. Keep Wasatch County Safe 01 Continue to enhance school safety 02 Establish an Offender Review Board 03 Launch Operation FTA Warrant Reduction 04 Boost suicide prevention efforts and raise awareness 05 Pursue cold cases to find much-needed answers for the families of victims 01 Establish a Single-Issue Citizen’s Advisory Board 02 Increase outreach to city and town councils, as well as individual neighborhoods 03 Form relationships with the Hispanic community 04 Provide more transparency as it pertains to records 05 Communicate using print and social media Increase Transparency and Community Outreach 01 Update annual performance evaluations 02 Establish grades in each employee position 03 Provide leadership development for sergeants, potential sergeants, and lieutenants 04 Include division commanders in budgeting and expenses Increase Professionalism and Accountability 01 Provide routine training on identifying stressors and building resilience 02 Institute a Critical Incident Stress Management Program for staff to use as they work through difficult cases or situations 03 Improve individual health through a fitness policy Promote Health, Wellness, and Resilience

Sheriff Rigby SCROLL DOWN Sheriff Rigby brings more than two decades of experience in law enforcement to his position as Wasatch County Sheriff. Having spent most of his life in the area, Rigby's deep-rooted connection to the community drives his dedication to ensuring its safety and well-being. After moving to Heber in high school, Rigby met his wife while attending Wasatch High School. He started working for Wasatch County in 2001 as a corrections officer before attending the Salt Lake Community College Law Enforcement Academy, which helped him successfully transition into a new role as a patrol deputy. After earning his bachelor’s degree in political science at BYU, he completed law school and a master’s degree in public administration at University of North Dakota. His success in higher education opened doors for him to clerk for several judges in both North Dakota and Utah, as well as the United States Air Force. Upon returning to Utah, he passed the bar and did some work for the Wasatch County Attorney’s Office but was eager to return to a life of service in law enforcement. He was named Chief Deputy to Todd Bonner in 2009, a position he held until Bonner retired in 2018, making way for Rigby to run for Sheriff. He is now in his second term as Wasatch County Sheriff and is most proud of the way the Office has demonstrated a commitment to student safety. As the community continues to grow and add more schools, he has worked tirelessly to ensure there is a deputy on every campus. Sheriff Rigby and his wife, Krisann, have 10 children who all help on the family farm. He enjoys boating, staying involved in the community, and training for triathlons. ABOUT | SHERIFF RIGBY

Fallen Officers SCROLL DOWN Blake V. Wright Blake died doing what he loved: helping and serving the people of Wasatch County.” Years of Service: July 1981 – August 1990 Blake Wright was just 21 years old when he began serving as a member of the volunteer Search and Rescue (SAR) team. He bought a 4WD truck for SAR operations in the mountains, learned to scuba dive, and routinely practiced his firearms skills. He was hired by Heber City Police Department and attended Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) before eventually joining the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office as a deputy. He made the move because he was eager to serve and patrol the entire county, not just within city limits. Blake was on the SWAT Team and thoroughly enjoyed every minute in the middle of the action. In fact, he was once involved in a high-speed pursuit in Daniels Canyon. On August 26, 1990, while getting ready for his patrol shift, Blake looked out the back door of his home and saw smoke on the mountain above Deer Creek Reservoir. He said goodbye to his family and went to help with the fire. Blake was asked to ride on a county public works caterpillar with Ralph Broadhead because he had a radio. Ralph and Blake were pushing a firebreak two ridges away from the fire when the flames jumped the line and caught them unexpectedly. They were both killed in an area southwest of Midway near Cascade Springs. Blake loved his wife, Vanette, and their six children, TJ, Nick, Pat, Emma, Marlin and Gabe. ABOUT | FALLEN OFFICERS G. Scott Hathcock Scott will always be remembered for his personal brand of humor, the empathetic way he treated people, and his innate goodness.” Years of Service: April 1984 – August 2008 Scott began his law enforcement career in April 1984 when he was hired by the Utah Highway Patrol. After graduating from the Utah Police Academy, Scott’s first assignment was at the Helper Port of Entry. Scott worked there for four months and was given the option of transferring to the road as a trooper. Luckily for the citizens of Wasatch County, Scott and his wife, Suzy, decided to relocate to Heber in October of 1984. Scott worked in this role for the following 11 years, handling countless cases and crashes. In the 1990s, Scott investigated a fatal crash at the intersection of Highway 40 and River Road. This devastating event claimed the life of a young boy when a vehicle ran a stop sign. When Scott was interviewed by the media, he mentioned that the crash site was a dangerous intersection. Some with authority didn’t appreciate this, which led to some fall-out, but a traffic light was eventually installed. It’s impossible to quantify how many lives have been saved as a result. In good fun, officers in the area would tease Scott about being on the news, calling the intersection “Hathcock Junction.” To this day, the law enforcement community still refers to it by that name. In 1995, Scott transferred to the Utah Highway Patrol Alcohol and Training Division. He became an intoxilyzer instructor and technician—in addition to teaching radar and accident reconstruction for several police academies and agencies. Scott was highly sought-after for his knowledge and abilities in many areas and often served as an expert witness in court. In 1996, Scott was hired as a part-time dispatcher for Wasatch County. He typically worked two shifts a week: the Friday graveyard and a Saturday swing shift. In the spring of 1998, Scott became a reserve patrol deputy. During the 2002 Winter Olympics, Scott served as a dignitary protection officer. He protected various visitors, including Congressman Jim Matheson and Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, the daughter of Robert Kennedy and then-Lieutenant Governor of Maryland. Scott was even a part of the Utah Highway Patrol Honor Guard. In May 2007, after working for Utah Highway Patrol for more than 23 years, Scott retired and was hired as a sergeant at the Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office. On August 14, 2008, Scott was on-duty and working traffic enforcement on SR 189 near Deer Creek Dam. As he was speaking to someone he stopped, Scott suffered a major heart attack and passed away on the scene. Scott left behind his wife, Suzy, and two sons, Travis and Caleb. After Scott’s death, Suzy was approached by many people he had helped during his career. One such person was a woman he stopped the same day he passed away. Suzy recalled how she shared that Scott took the time to listen to her for a considerable length of time as she unloaded on him about her problems. As always, Scott was empathetic and made a positive impression on her. The woman reportedly tried to pay her citation, but the court refused to take her money given the circumstances that day. The woman brought Suzy the money instead, asking her to take it as a token of appreciation for a great deputy who took the time to listen. ABOUT | FALLEN OFFICERS

Emergency Management SCROLL DOWN The Emergency Management Division exists to answer the important question of “What do we do if…?” They are proactive in preparing for the worst-case scenario in any given situation to ensure an effective response. From flooding to avalanches, this department prepares for and responds to a range of issues. Our team protects communities by coordinating and integrating all activities necessary to approach an emergency effectively. We aim to build, sustain, and improve the capability to mitigate against, prepare for, respond to, and recover from threatened or actual events. These include natural disasters, acts of terrorism, and other manmade disasters. DIVISIONS | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Responsibilities include: 01 Oversight of the emergency operations plan 02 Training for Incident Command/Unified Command 03 Coordination of resources for manmade and natural disasters 04 Cooperation with elected and senior officials to prepare for potential situations 05 Improving capabilities for all cities and towns within Wasatch County DIVISIONS | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIVISIONS | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Our team creates the framework within which communities reduce vulnerability to hazards and cope with dangerous situations. A large part of our job revolves around helping the community be prepared in their own homes, schools, and workplaces. We are continually educating to help community members be more resilient in disasters. Be Ready Utah