Sheriff Adam Fortney

In Episode 21 of Sheriff Fortney’s podcast, he invited all local faith leaders in Snohomish County to discuss community during National Faith and Blue Month in October. National Faith and Blue facilitates safer and stronger communities by engaging law enforcement officers and local residents through the connections of faith-based organizations. Pastor Jeff Knight with The Rock Church reached out i...

Under Sheriff Fortney’s leadership, he made it a priority to advocate for victims of domestic violence in Snohomish County. During the 2023 budget process, the Sheriff’s Office requested funding for Domestic Violence Coordinators, highly trained individuals who specialize in working with victims of domestic violence and understand the complexities of domestic violence as it relates to the victims,...

In episode 19 of Sheriff Fortney’s podcast you will meet Clinical Nutritionist Cheri Soraparu. They discuss all things health and wellness and what Cheri has brought to the Sheriff’s Office! You’ll also hear an inspiring story from Lt. Joan Gwordske on how nutrition has impacted her life! Connect with Cheri: BeWellBalanced.com Instagram @cherithenutritionist Facebook Well Balanced Nutrition &...

Tune in to Episode 18 of Sheriff Fortney's Podcast to meet our Office of Neighborhoods Sergeant Chelin and Deputy Teigen. The Office of Neighborhoods teams up law enforcement with Human Services social workers who go out into the field to help unsheltered individuals locate and navigate social and health services. The goal is to foster long-term relationships and break the cycle of homelessness, b...

In Podcast Episode 17, Sheriff Fortney interviews Sergeant Boyer, Deputy McCullar and special guest K9 Knox from our Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit! Tune in to learn about a day in the life of a four-legged crime fighter. 

In Episode 16 of Sheriff Fortney's podcast, he sits down with newly elected Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders to discuss all things law enforcement. From SWAT calls, crime, jail, fentanyl and working patrol - you don't want to miss this! Available now on YouTube and Apple Podcast.

The Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force brought American Journalist and Author, Sam Quinones, to Snohomish County to present to law enforcement and local elected officials. Mr. Quinones shares his research and observations of drug trends across the nation and the impacts Fentanyl and Methamphetamine are having on our communities. His experiences led to his critically acclaimed books documenting the...

Episode 14 of Sheriff Fortney’s podcast is with Navy Commander Blankenship. He shares his personal journey as a youth, attending the Naval Academy and his career experiences that led him to where he is today! You don’t want to miss this one. Available on Apple Podcast and YouTube.

Sheriff Fortney’s Podcast, Episode 13 – Tune in to meet Dr. Leslie Greene. She is our new full-time Medical Director at the Snohomish County Jail. Dr. Greene joined our team last summer and has been instrumental in making changes to streamline our medical processes and ensure we are providing the highest level of medical care for patients in our facility. At the end of the podcast, Dr. Greene shar...

Tune in to Episode 12 of Sheriff Fortney’s Podcast. He sits down with Undersheriff Ian Huri and Sgt. Jeff Ross to discuss wellness in the field of law enforcement. This job, while rewarding, is mentally, physically and emotionally difficult and it is important that we look out for our health and wellness throughout our career. Sgt. Jeff Ross shares his personal wellness story and inspires others t...

In episode 11 of Sheriff Fortney’s Podcast, he sits down with Chief Pilot Bill Quistorf to discuss all things helicopters and Search and Rescue (SAR). Twenty-two years ago, a Snohomish County SAR volunteer walked into a business owned by Chief Quistorf’s wife; and by that chance encounter, he’s been our pilot ever since! Tune in to learn about Chief Quistorf’s background, experience and his career...

You don’t want to miss this! In episode 10 of Sheriff Fortney’s Podcast, he sits down with Lindsey Arrington, the Founder and President of Hope Soldiers. Her nonprofit helps people each day find freedom from addiction and mental health struggles. Lindsey’s story and work in our community is inspiring to many! If you or a loved one are looking for resources in our community, you can contact Lindsey...

In episode 9 of Sheriff Fortney's podcast, hear from Cold Case Detective Jim Scharf on his 38-year career with the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office. In 2018, Det. Scharf was ready for retirement when a new technology, Investigative Genetic Genealogy, cracked open a whole new way to solve decades old cold cases. Detective Scharf made an arrest in 2018 for a 1987 double-homicide; it went to trial i...

In episode 8 of Sheriff Fortney’s Podcast, he sits down with SNO911’s Andie Burton and Damien Coan. Our Snohomish County dispatchers are the very first, First Responders. They are the first voice and the calming reassurance our community hears when they call 9-1-1. Long before we arrive on scene, our dispatchers are already there. Tune in to learn more about the day-to-day functions of dispatchers...

“You could get high, or you could die,” said Commander Jay Baines. “You don’t know what you’re going to get.” In Episode 7 of Sheriff Fortney’s Podcast, you will hear from Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force Commander Jay Baines. While much of their work is done undercover and their active investigations can’t be discussed publicly, he shares some very important information about the dangers of fen...

In episode 6, Sheriff Fortney talks with Jose "Neaners" Garcia and Tairyn "TT" with Hope for Homies in Everett. Their non-profit organization creates a safe place for youth in Snohomish County to grown, learn and build life skills. They partner with youth in gang affected communities and with juveniles in the justice system to help mentor and provide a safe place for growth. Hope for Homies also a...

In episode 5, Sheriff Adam Fortney talks with Lt. Rebecca Lewis about a life changing incident that happened to her while working patrol on December 2, 2006. Listen in to hear more about how she overcame what happened and challenged herself to grow in many new ways following that traumatic night.

This week, Sheriff Fortney will kickoff the second LEAD The Way program for youth. He created the program in 2021 for Snohomish County youth who may be involved in the criminal justice system or at a crossroads in their life, the program’s classes are rooted in life skills, decision making, accountability and leadership. Tune into Episode 4 of the Sheriff's Podcast to meet Tyler Ware, a LEAD The W...

In June 2020, Sheriff Fortney met Chris Anderson and Jordan Jeffries of America’s Promise Project (APP). Over the last 18 months, they have worked to develop new ways to build trust and bridge the gap between law enforcement and communities of color in Snohomish County. Throughout this year, APP will take a deeper look into the behind the scenes operations of the Sheriff’s Office as they strive to...