"I know this county. I know its people. And I know what it takes to keep our communities safe — with honesty, accountability, and respect for every resident."
Eric Murphy isn't a stranger to Fremont County — when he talks about keeping Fremont County safe, he means his own home. With over 26 years in law enforcement, Eric has seen it all — starting as a patrol officer on the streets of Dallas, Texas, where he learned the fundamentals of the job from the ground up.
Coming to Riverton he worked his way through the ranks, ultimately serving 6 years as Chief of Police. He understands both the craft of policing and the importance of community trust. Effective law enforcement doesn't come from top-down mandates — it comes from building real relationships with residents, businesses, and every corner of this sprawling, remarkable county.
Eric's history of law enforcement and service has been carried on by two of his sons. Taylor is a Riverton Police Department patrol officer, and Kaden serves proudly as a corrections officer at the Wyoming Honor Farm.
Eric Murphy will bring transparent leadership, sound judgment, and genuine care to the Sheriff's office. He will make decisions based on what's right for Fremont County — not what's politically convenient.
Scott Komrs is a Fremont County native, born and raised in Riverton and a proud graduate of Riverton High School. After a brief time working in Cheyenne, he came back home — spending five years in local body shops before building and opening his own shop, which he ran successfully for eight years.
In 1990, Scott answered a new calling and joined the Fremont County Sheriff's Department. He earned his certifications as a Detention Deputy and Patrol Officer, and while serving as a Patrol Deputy, attended his first SWAT training course led by the FBI. He was later assigned to narcotics investigations, traveling to the Alabama Law Enforcement Canine Officers Training Center in Tuscaloosa where he trained and returned home to deploy his partner, K-9 Kazan.
After a stint as a Ranger with the Wyoming State Parks Division, Scott joined the Riverton Police Department in 1999 — where he would spend the next 21 years. He worked patrol alongside K-9 Kazan, served as a detective, rose to lead the Special Response Team, and retired as a Patrol Sergeant. Throughout his career he became a state-certified instructor in custody and control, chemical munitions, baton, Taser, and SWAT — skills he passed on to countless officers across Wyoming.
Retirement didn't slow him down. Scott continued serving as a Task Force Officer for the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation until 2024.
Fremont County faces real challenges. Eric Murphy has concrete, practical priorities to address them — rooted in experience, common sense, and a deep knowledge of our community.
At roughly the size of Vermont, Fremont County presents a unique public safety challenge. Eric Murphy will ensure deputies are strategically deployed in high-crime areas while remaining accessible around the clock — no matter how far off the beaten path you live.
Fremont County faces higher than average rates of homicide, violent crime, property crime, and drug offenses. Eric Murphy is committed to tackling this head-on through proactive, data-driven strategies that deliver real, measurable results for our communities.
Every Fremont County resident deserves a Sheriff who will stand firm in defense of their constitutional rights. Eric Murphy is an unwavering supporter of the Second Amendment — the right to keep and bear arms is not a privilege, it is a fundamental right that shall not be infringed. As Sheriff, Eric will never enforce unconstitutional gun control measures, will oppose any attempt to disarm law-abiding citizens, and will ensure that Wyoming's strong firearms heritage is protected for generations to come.
A Sheriff's office should answer to the people it serves. Eric Murphy is committed to open records, clear communication, and real accountability. He will establish a Citizen's Advisory Board to give residents a consistent, meaningful voice in department decisions. Eric and Scott will also maintain regular office hours — Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm — so that anyone who calls with a concern speaks directly with the Sheriff or Undersheriff, not a voicemail.
Our deputies deserve the best tools available to do their jobs safely and effectively. Eric Murphy will prioritize fair pay and modern training, but also ensure the department is properly equipped — including body cameras and the newest sidearms. Law enforcement agencies across the country rely on these tools as standard practice, and Fremont County's Sheriff's office should be no exception. Our deputies put their lives on the line every day; they shouldn't have to do it with outdated equipment.
Families across Fremont County have waited too long for answers. Eric Murphy will bring fresh eyes to long-standing cold cases, assigning them to new investigators and ensuring they receive the same dedication as active crimes. Under his watch, no case — and no family — will be forgotten.
Eric Murphy isn't waiting until day one to figure out what needs to change. Here are the priorities he will move on immediately upon taking office.
Fremont County is part of a shrinking minority of law enforcement agencies still operating without body cameras. That changes on day one. Transparency and accountability demand it — and Eric will aggressively pursue every available grant option to fund it at no cost to taxpayers.
Crime doesn't keep business hours. It happens at night and on weekends — and the Sheriff's office needs to be ready for it. Eric Murphy will restructure patrol schedules to ensure officers are on duty and actively patrolling during peak crime hours, not just 8 to 5.
Eric will establish a citizen advisory board that reflects the unique demographics of Fremont County — from Riverton to Lander, from ranching communities to the Wind River Reservation. He wants to hear directly from residents about the challenges they face, and build a department that truly serves everyone.
Domestic violence is one of the most common — and most dangerous — crime categories in our county, and a proven early warning sign of escalating violence. Eric Murphy will prioritize DV response with dedicated resources, better deputy training, and stronger partnerships with local support organizations to protect victims before situations turn fatal.
An unserved warrant isn't a minor administrative detail — it's a message to the community that the department isn't paying attention. Letting warrants and subpoenas pile up undermines public trust and emboldens those who believe they can ignore the law. Under Eric Murphy, that backlog ends. Warrants will be tracked, prioritized, and served.
Modern law enforcement requires modern tools — and Eric Murphy knows how to get them without burdening Fremont County taxpayers. As an experienced grant writer, Eric has a proven track record of securing state and federal funding for equipment, training, and technology that departments need to do the job right. From updated communications gear to crime analysis software, Eric will pursue every available dollar so our deputies have what it takes to keep this county safe.
We cannot serve Fremont County if we don't know what issues our residents are actually facing. Eric Murphy will establish a Citizens Advisory Board made up of community members from across the county — from Riverton and Lander to our rural ranching communities and the Wind River Reservation. This board will meet regularly with the Sheriff and Undersheriff to ensure that concerns are heard, priorities are set by the people, and no issue quietly falls through the cracks. Real accountability starts with real conversation.
There are a great number of problems in our county. Problems with lawlessness, drugs, violence, and theft. Eric is the only candidate that is talking about these issues and actively looking for solutions. We can't ignore these problems any longer. It's time to elect Eric Murphy and take action.
I've lived in Fremont County for over forty years, and I'll be honest — I don't feel as safe as I used to. I worry about my neighbors, I worry about my grandchildren, and I worry about the direction things are headed. Eric Murphy is the first candidate in a long time who has made me feel like someone is actually listening. He's serious about making this county safe again, and that matters to me more than anything on that ballot.
As a business owner in Riverton, I need a Sheriff who has our backs. Eric understands the real challenges facing our community — and has real plans.
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