
Who Was Named in Yellowstone County’s Latest Arrest Report
The Yellowstone County Sheriff’s Office released its weekly activity report for January 5 through January 11, 2026. During that seven-day stretch, deputies responded to 498 calls for service, made 15 arrests, and completed 275 case reports.
As with all arrest reports, some individuals were taken into custody while others were issued a Notice to Appear, depending on the circumstances of the case.
DUI and Impaired Driving Cases
Several cases during the week involved allegations of impaired driving, including repeat offenses.
- Chad Beachy, 35: Driving under the influence, first offense
- Sean Spitzer, 40: Aggravated DUI, third offense (Notice to Appear)
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Assault and Family-Related Incidents
Deputies also responded to multiple incidents involving alleged assaults, including partner or family member cases.
- David Thompson, 45: Partner or family member assault causing bodily injury
- Daniel Barth, 58: Assault with a weapon (Notice to Appear)
- Daniel Barth, 58: Criminal mischief under $1,500 (Notice to Appear)
- Daniel Barth, 58: Partner or family member assault causing bodily injury (Notice to Appear)
Drug-Related Arrests
Drug offenses made up a noticeable portion of the week’s arrests, including possession and intent to distribute.
- Dawn Henrichs, 62: Criminal possession of drugs with intent to distribute
- Dawn Saksa, 62: Criminal possession of dangerous drugs
- Dawn Saksa, 62: Criminal possession of drug paraphernalia
- Dawn Saksa, 62: Obstructing a peace officer or public servant
- Robin Elmore, 44: Criminal possession of dangerous drugs
- Robin Elmore, 44: Criminal possession of drug paraphernalia
- Robin Elmore, 44: Tampering with or fabricating physical evidence
Warrant, Court, and Contempt-Related Cases
Several arrests during the reporting period were tied to warrants or court-related matters.
- Brandon Mobley, 33: Contempt of court
- Payton Brown, 21: Escape by use of threat, force, or weapon
- Stormie Wilson, 54: Contempt of court
- Douglas Dvorak, 62: Contempt of court
- Elizabeth Polk, 39: Contempt of court
- John Bennett, 57: Contempt of court
- Michael Fuchs, 33: Contempt of court

Arrest Information Released as Public Record
All of the arrest information included in this report is public record and is released by the Yellowstone County Sheriff’s Office as part of its regular transparency efforts. The names and charges listed are shared freely by the Sheriff’s Office to keep the community informed.
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