The Desoto County Sheriff's Department's dispatch center is a 24 hour 7 day a week operation. We currently have 18 dispatchers that field calls (emergency and non-emergency) and dispatch emergency responders such as:
- 3 County ambulances
- 8 Fire departments
- Animal control
- Civil Defense
- Constables
- Court Bailiffs
- Desoto County Sheriff deputies
- EMA
- Search and rescue
- Walls police department
- And many other duties
Our dispatch center answers and dispatches over 60,000 calls per year. That is approximately 5000 calls per month with 1600 per month or more being actual 911 calls. The rest of the calls are answered via non- emergency line.
Tips When Calling 911
When you dial 911, it is important to remain calm and be aware of your location. Our dispatchers are highly trained and will be able to get you whatever emergency assistance you require. We understand that everyone hopes they never have to dial 911, but if you do, our incredible team is ready and able to assist you. And remember, 911 is for EMERGENCIES ONLY. Calling 911 for non-emergencies is a crime, punishable by a fine of up to $5000.00 or not more than one (1) year in prison for a first offense, or both. Subsequent offenses could result in a fine up to $10000.00, not more than three (3) years in prison, or both.
Contact Us
Always call 911 for any emergency situation which requires a sheriff, fire department or EMS response.
For non-emergency calls, please call 662-469-8027 or 662-469-8500.
