Welcome To Osage County
Oklahoma’s Largest County
At the Osage County Sheriff’s Office, our mission is to provide a solid foundation on which the residents of Osage County can thrive. We are committed to building public trust and fostering safe, secure communities through professional, high-quality professional law enforcement.
Osage County holds a unique place in Oklahoma’s history and geography. As the state’s largest county by area, it was established in 1907 when Oklahoma gained statehood. The county’s name and heritage are deeply tied to the federally recognized Osage Nation, whose reservation boundaries are coextensive with the county itself. This land became the Osage Nation Reservation in the 19th century following the relocation of the Osage people from Kansas.
The county seat, Pawhuska, is one of the first three towns founded in the county and remains a hub of history and culture. As of the 2020 Census, Osage County had a population of 45,818 residents.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county spans an impressive 2,304 square miles (5,970 km²), with 2,246 square miles (5,820 km²) of land and 58 square miles (150 km²) of water, accounting for 2.5% of its total area. Much of the landscape is part of the Osage Plains, characterized by open prairie, while the eastern portion features the rolling Osage Hills—an extension of Kansas’ Flint Hills. Nature enthusiasts can also explore the renowned Tallgrass Prairie Preserve, located just north of Pawhuska, where remnants of the once-vast tallgrass ecosystem are carefully preserved.
MEET OUR LEADERS
Bart Perrier
Sheriff
Billy Wakefield
Undersheriff
John Cummings
Chief Deputy
Jay Long
Jail Captain
Shane Rhames
Investigations Captain
𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜 – 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐉𝐞𝐟𝐟 𝐀. 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐬
Deputy Jeff A. Williams is one of those employees who can truly be described as part of the heart and soul of the Osage County Sheriff’s Office. His dedication, versatility, work ethic, and behind-the-scenes contributions have made him an invaluable member of our organization for more than two decades.
Jeff’s expertise in automotive maintenance began before his law enforcement career. In 2001, he earned an Associate in Applied Science in Automotive Service Technology from OSU Okmulgee, providing him with the technical foundation that would later become an incredible asset to the Sheriff’s Office.
Jeff began his career with the Osage County Sheriff’s Office in August 2003 as a detention officer, while also assisting with maintenance responsibilities at the Detention Center. He quickly established himself as a dependable and hardworking employee, advancing through the ranks and later serving as a Transport Deputy.
In 2007, Jeff graduated from CLEET and continued advancing within the Detention Center, eventually attaining the rank of Jail Lieutenant in 2012.
In 2017, Jeff transitioned into the position of Fleet Mechanic, combining his law enforcement experience with his extensive automotive knowledge. The position had become increasingly important as the Sheriff’s Office sought to control rising vehicle maintenance expenses while improving the safety, reliability, and longevity of its fleet. Prior to establishing dedicated in-house fleet maintenance, the Sheriff’s Office spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on outside vehicle repairs and upkeep.
Today, Jeff is responsible for maintaining a fleet of more than 60 patrol, investigations, transport, administrative, and reserve vehicles. From routine oil changes, tires, and brakes to diagnosing and repairing more complex mechanical problems, Jeff handles an extraordinary amount of work in-house.
His knowledge and commitment save the taxpayers of Osage County substantial money each year while helping ensure our deputies have safe and dependable vehicles available when they are needed. In an organization that covers a county as large as Osage County, keeping our fleet operational is critical to our ability to serve the public.
Jeff earned his Advanced CLEET Certification in 2018 and continues to excel in every aspect of his service with the Osage County Sheriff’s Office.
Jeff may not always be the employee the public sees, but his fingerprints are on nearly everything we do. When a patrol vehicle rolls out, a deputy responds to a call, an investigator travels to a crime scene, or an inmate transport safely reaches its destination, Jeff’s work has often helped make it possible.
More than 20 years after joining the Osage County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Jeff Williams continues to represent loyalty, dependability, hard work, and service. His willingness to do whatever is necessary to keep this organization moving forward is exactly why he can truly be considered part of the heart and soul of the OCSO.
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𝐎𝐒𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘 𝐒𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐅𝐅’𝐒 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄
𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄
𝐎𝐂𝐒𝐎 𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐒 𝐒𝐔𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐈𝐍 𝐉𝐔𝐍𝐄 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃-𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐄𝐀𝐑 𝐏𝐑𝐔𝐄
OSAGE COUNTY, OKLA. — August 25, 2026 — The Osage County Sheriff’s Office has arrested David Goad in connection with a June 14 road-rage shooting along New Prue Road in Osage County.
On June 14, 2026, at approximately 11:26 a.m., Osage County Dispatch received a 911 call from a motorist reporting that he had been shot at while driving near New Prue Road and County Road 1705.
The victim told deputies he had been traveling westbound on New Prue Road behind a white Jeep Gladiator that was swerving on the roadway. The Jeep reportedly stopped in the middle of a bridge near the Town of Osage.
Concerned for the driver, the victim stopped and asked if assistance was needed. According to investigators, the driver partially lowered his window, displayed a firearm and yelled at the victim.
The victim continued westbound and attempted to call 911. He then noticed the Jeep following closely behind him and, as he continued toward the Town of Osage, reported hearing two gunshots.
One round penetrated the rear window of the victim’s vehicle and entered the passenger compartment, striking the dashboard area. The victim sustained an injury to his left forearm believed to have been caused by debris or shrapnel.
Responding deputies documented the victim’s injury and damage to the vehicle. A spent projectile was recovered from the driver-side floorboard and collected as evidence.
Later on June 14, an Osage County deputy located a white Jeep Gladiator displaying a blue handicap placard at the Dollar General in Prue. The driver was identified as David Goad, and a revolver was documented inside the vehicle.
Investigators obtained body-camera images of Goad and the Jeep. During a follow-up interview on June 15, the victim reviewed photographs and identified the Jeep as the vehicle involved in the encounter and indicated that Goad appeared to be the driver.
As the investigation continued, investigators obtained a search warrant for Goad’s residence. The warrant was executed on June 16, and investigators recovered two firearms as potential weapons involved in the shooting: an Arminius Titan Tiger .38 Special revolver and a CZ 7.62×25 semi-automatic handgun, along with ammunition.
The firearms, ammunition and projectile recovered from the victim’s vehicle were submitted to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation Crime Laboratory for examination and comparison. Those laboratory results remain pending.
Based on evidence developed during the continued investigation, an arrest warrant was issued through the Osage County District Court for Goad on a charge of Shooting with Intent to Kill.
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026, Osage County Sheriff’s deputies arrested David Goad in connection with the June 14 shooting.
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional information may be released as it becomes available.
This is an arrest not a conviction. …
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𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗜𝗦 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞 𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡!
The Osage County Sheriff’s Office reminds everyone to 𝘀𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻, 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁, and 𝗼𝗯𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗹𝗮𝘄𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝘇𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀.
When a school bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended — 𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗣. A few extra seconds of patience can help protect a child’s life.
Watch for students at bus stops, crosswalks, and along roadways, and please put the phone down while driving.
Drive safe. Stay alert. Help us keep our kids safe this school year!
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Congratulations, Investigator Kyle Wilson! 🎉
We’re proud to congratulate Kyle Wilson on his recent promotion and transition from Patrol Sergeant to the Osage County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Unit.
This video was recorded while Kyle was still serving as a Patrol Sergeant, where he shares a little about himself, his law enforcement career, and his commitment to serving Osage County.
Please join us in congratulating Investigator Kyle Wilson as he begins this next chapter of his career with OCSO!
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Remembering Captain Willy Hargraves 🖤💙
On August 19, 2022, the Osage County Sheriff’s Office lost a dedicated public servant when Captain Willy Hargraves succumbed to injuries sustained in a traffic accident while serving in the line of duty.
Captain Hargraves devoted his life to serving others. Through his years with the Sheriff's Office, his service as a volunteer fire chief, and his commitment to his community, he consistently answered the call and put others before himself.
While we remember the tragic circumstances of his passing, we choose to remember the way he lived — with courage, integrity, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to his community.
His service made a difference. His sacrifice will never be forgotten. His legacy continues through the many lives he touched and the community he worked so hard to serve.
Today, and always, we honor Captain Willy Hargraves.
End of Watch — August 19, 2022
Gone, but never forgotten. 🖤💙
#RememberingCaptainHargraves #EndOfWatch #NeverForgotten #HonorTheFallen #OsageCountySheriffsOffice …
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