About Our Law Enforcement
THE SHERIFF
Tyler Appel
Roberts County Sheriff
Sheriff Appel grew up in Browns Valley, Minnesota and graduated from Sisseton High School in 2004. Sheriff Appel graduated from North Dakota State University with a degree in Exercise Science. After completing his college degree, Sheriff Appel moved to Fridley, MN where he married his incredible wife Brittany and had their first child. In 2015, Sheriff Appel returned to Sisseton after being hired by the Sisseton City Police Department where he served from May of 2015 until he was elected Sheriff of Roberts County in 2020. Prior to his role as Sheriff, Appel held the roles of Patrol Officer, Field Training Officer, and School Resource Officer for the Sisseton School District while with the Sisseton Police Department. Sheriff Appel can be found in various roles in our community including coaching high school and youth football, as well as youth wrestling. Sheriff Appel currently resides in Sisseton, SD with his wife Brittany and two sons.
OUR DEPUTIES
Jeff Schmidt
Deputy Sheriff
Deputy Schmidt is from the Twin Cities area and has been with the department since March of 2022. He graduated from Alexandria Technical & Community College in 2020 with a degree in Law Enforcement. Deputy Schmidt is a certified instructor in TASER, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Firearms, CPR, and D.A.R.E., and also serves on the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force for the State of South Dakota. He is actively involved in the community and coaches the Tri-State Tigers football team.
Devan Appel
Deputy Sheriff
Deputy Appel grew up in Browns Valley, Minnesota. He attended and graduated from Sisseton High School. He attended Lake Area Technical College where he graduated with an associate's degree in applied science focused in law enforcement. He enjoys spending his days off watching sports and being outdoors.
Caden Bjordahl
Deputy Sheriff, Police Service Dog Handler
Deputy Bjordahl grew up in Milbank, South Dakota and graduated from the South Dakota Law Enforcment training academy in 2022. Deputy Bjordahl previously worked for the Marshall and Grant County Sheriff's Offices as a Deputy. Deputy Bjordahl is an enlisted member of the South Dakota National Guard. When not working, Deputy Bjordahl enjoys reading books, hunting, fishing, and spending time with friends and family.
Austin Searles
Deputy Sheriff
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Deputy Searles grew up in Lidgerwood, North Dakota. After graduating high school, Deputy Searles joined the United States Marine Corps. He previously worked for the Sisseton Police Department and joined our agency in December of 2024. Deputy Searles enjoys hunting, hockey, and spending time with his family.
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PSD Beau
Police Service Dog (PSD)
PSD Beau works alongside his handler, Deputy Caden Bjordahl. PSD Beau was obtained thanks to donations made by citizens in 2022 towards a raffle which was to purchase him. Without the supporters of our department, the purchase of PSD Beau would have never been possible.
Devin Hamson
Deputy Sheriff
Deputy Hamson grew up in Ortonville, Minnesota. He joined the Roberts County Sheriff’s Office in June 2025. Deputy Hamson enjoys jiu-jitsu and spending time with his family and friends.
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Wesley Sudbeck
Deputy Sheriff
Deputy Sudbeck grew up in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and served in the United States Army. He joined the Roberts County Sheriff’s Office in June 2025. Deputy Sudbeck enjoys shooting firearms and spending time outdoors.
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Wesley Sudbeck
Deputy Sheriff
Deputy Sudbeck grew up in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and proudly served in the United States Army. He joined our office in June of 2025 and brings a strong sense of discipline, service, and commitment to his role in law enforcement. Outside of work, Wesley enjoys firearms training and spending quality time with his family and friends.
Devin Hamson
Deputy Sheriff
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Deputy Hamson grew up in Ortonville, Minnesota, and joined our department in July of 2025. He brings a strong work ethic and commitment to service to his role in law enforcement. Outside of work, Deputy Hamson enjoys practicing jiu-jitsu and spending time with his family and friends.
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PSD Beau
PSD Beau works alongside Deputy Bjordahl and was obtained in 2022 through generous donations from the citizens of Roberts County. His service would not have been possible without their support, and he continues to play a vital role in assisting our deputies and keeping the community safe.