2K views · 135 reactions | The Merced County Sheriff’s Office and Merced County Sheriff Vern Warnke had the privilege of swearing-in Deputy Sheriff Dustin Bender this week. Please join me in welcoming our newest family member to the sheriff’s office family. | Merced County Sheriff's Office | Facebook

Merced County Sheriff Vern Warnke and the Merced County Sheriff’s Office was out at Michell Sr. Elementary School in the city of Atwater Yesterday for the Annual Atwater Drug Store Project. The project brings all agencies in Merced County together to educate kids on the dangers of drugs and the effects it has on not only the user, but to friends and family. | Merced County Sheriff's Office

3.6K views · 25 reactions | The Merced Police Department seeks your assistance in solving unsolved cases with unknown suspects. The mapping application below will take you to photos of suspects in cases that are currently unsolved. https://www.cityofmerced.org/departments/police/help-us-solve-a-crime If you have any information, please contact us: anontipline@cityofmerced.org non-emergency (209) 385-6912 anonymous tip line (209) 385-4725 | Merced Police Department | Facebook

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As we close out 2025, the Merced Police Department would like to express our sincere gratitude to our incredible community. This year was filled with unity, support, and partnership, and we are truly thankful for everyone who helped make Merced a stronger, safer place. We are also deeply grateful for our Merced PD family our officers, professional staff, and their loved ones, whose dedication and service never go unnoticed. Wishing everyone a happy and safe New Year! Please celebrate responsibly