Redwood County Sheriff Jason Jacobson

The Redwood County Sheriff’s Office has named Jason Jacobson as the new Redwood County Sheriff, replacing Sheriff Randy Hanson. Jacobson assumed the office on Jan. 1.

Jacobson has been with with the Redwood County Sheriff’s Office since 2002, where he started his career as a Corrections Officer/Dispatcher, and later as a Deputy Sheriff. Jacobson has also held the titles of Investigator as well as Chief Deputy throughout his 21 years with Redwood County.

In addition, Katelyn Torgerson has been appointed the new Redwood County Chief Deputy. She has been with the Redwood County Sheriff’s Office since 2017, and previously served as the Redwood County Investigator for the Sheriff’s Office.