Wabasha County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff Struwe began employment at the Wabasha County Sheriff's Office in 1994 as a Deputy. He also served as a Detective, Captain, and Chief Deputy. Sheriff Struwe's focus during his appointment is to provide steady leadership and ensure a smooth and professional transition for the next elected Sheriff at the end of the year. The Sheriff position is an elected four-year term. The Sheriff is the Chief Law Enforcement Officer, Chief Keeper of the Jail, and Administrative Head of the Emergency Operations Center in the County. The Sheriff is also responsible for maintaining police services with the cities of Mazeppa and Elgin. The Sheriff's Office provides a variety of services, which enables the Sheriff and his office to enforce all laws created to keep and preserve the peace of the County. The Sheriff's Office also participates in services such as ATV, Boat Patrol, TZD (Toward Zero Death) and ERT (Emergency Response Team). Non-emergency: (651) 565-3361. Dial 911 for emergencies.