Deschutes County names Capt. Ty Rupert as new sheriff

Rupert Chosen As Interim Deschutes County Sheriff

The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) has announced the appointment of Capt. Ty Rupert as the interim Deschutes County Sheriff. The decision follows the retirement announcement of Sheriff Kent van der Kamp, whose final day in office is Thursday, July 31. “The Board of County Commissioners is honored to appoint Capt. Ty Rupert as interim Deschutes County Sheriff. He has served the people of Deschutes County with dedication and integr…

Deschutes County names Capt. Ty Rupert as new sheriff

With just days left until Deschutes County Sheriff Kent van der Kamp leaves office, the county’s commissioners on Tuesday appointed an interim-sheriff to lead the beleaguered agency. Van der Kamp’s short-lived term will end on Thursday. In a split vote, the commissioners appointed Capt. Ty Rupert as his replacement for now.Van der Kamp was elected handedly last November with 60% of the vote. Public opinion quickly turned on the sheriff following…

Capt. Ty Rupert appointed interim Deschutes County Sheriff

Capt. Ty Rupert has been appointed interim Deschutes County Sheriff by the county board of commissioners. He will fill the role left by Sheriff Kent van der Kamp until a 2026 election.