SEBASTIAN COUNTY — Captain Philip Pevehouse with the Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office will conclude his service with the department on Friday, marking the end of a decades-long career in Sebastian County law enforcement.
Pevehouse will transition to the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office, where he will serve as an investigator with the Criminal Investigation Division (CID). He is expected to begin his new role as a sergeant on Monday.
According to Pevehouse, an interim plan will be put in place to ensure his duties within the Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office are covered until a permanent replacement is named.
Pevehouse began his career in law enforcement in 1994 with the sheriff’s office, initially serving as the department’s chaplain before advancing through the ranks over the years.
In a statement regarding his departure, Pevehouse said the decision comes as part of a new opportunity rather than dissatisfaction with his current role.
“I was offered a great opportunity,” Pevehouse said. “When God closes one door, he already has something better prepared for us…I’m not leaving because of the people.”
His departure marks a transition for both agencies as he brings decades of experience to Crawford County while leaving a longstanding legacy in Sebastian County.
**Editor’s note—It has been the highest honor and privilege to work alongside Captain Phillip Pevehouse throughout my career. He was always accessible—no phone call, text message, or email ever went unanswered. Over the years, our professional relationship grew into a meaningful friendship with him and his family. I am deeply grateful not only for his professionalism, but also for his friendship. His prayers and encouragement often came at just the right time and carried me through many days. He will be greatly missed and leaves a lasting impact that will be impossible to replace.
