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October 21, 2025

Collinsville Man Arrested on Multiple Lewd Acts Charges

OSAGE COUNTY, OK – October 21, 2025, in the early morning hours the Osage County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from multiple law enforcement agencies, served felony warrants and arrested Troy Wayne Hurd, 58, of Collinsville, Oklahoma. Hurd was taken into custody for the following felony charges:

*Two counts of Lewd or Indecent Acts to a Child Under 16

*One count of Lewd or Indecent Proposals or Acts to a Child Under 16

*One count of Performing a Lewd Act in the Presence of a Minor

In September 2025, the Osage County Sheriff’s Office initiated an investigation into Hurd after receiving a report that he had sent obscene material to a minor under the age of 16. During the investigation evidence was uncovered indicating multiple lewd communications and acts involving minor children.

Investigators determined that Hurd had engaged in sexually explicit communications with a 12-year-old girl and had inappropriately touched two 12-year-old victims.

This arrest was the result of a cooperative effort between the Osage County Sheriff’s Office, Collinsville Police Department, Skiatook Police Department, Tulsa County Sheriff’s Office, Rogers County Sheriff’s Office, and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI).

The Osage County Sheriff’s Office extends its appreciation to all agencies involved for their assistance and dedication to protecting children and bringing offenders to justice.

This is an arrest not a conviction. … See MoreSee Less

𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐟 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐄. 𝐂𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 – 𝐎𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐟 (𝟏𝟗𝟗𝟕–𝟐𝟎𝟎𝟒)

Russell Cottle grew up in the Shidler area of Osage County, graduating from Shidler High School in May 1966. That fall, he attended Northern Oklahoma College before answering the call of service. In May 1967, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and trained as a Fire Direction Control specialist in artillery.

From March 1968 to March 1969, Cottle served in Vietnam with the 1st Armored Amphibian Company, 11th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, attached to the 2nd Korean Brigade in Hoi An, Republic of Vietnam. For his service, he earned the Marine Combat Action Ribbon. He was honorably separated from active duty in March 1970.

After returning home, Cottle worked as a produce manager for Safeway in Oklahoma City until September 1972. He then enrolled at Central State University, first majoring in elementary education before shifting to general studies. While in college, he joined the CSU Police Department in 1973, where he began his law enforcement career. He completed CLEET in June 1974 and went on to earn his B.S. degree in August 1980.

In July 1981, Cottle returned to Osage County to work for legendary Sheriff George Wayman. Over the next two decades, he rose steadily through the ranks—patrol deputy, lieutenant, Chief Criminal Deputy, Chief Investigator/Jail Administrator, and Undersheriff. In 1996, he resigned to run for Sheriff. After winning the election, he took office in January 1997.

As Sheriff (1997–2004), Cottle oversaw the construction and transition into the new Osage County Jail and Sheriff’s Office. He modernized the agency by introducing the first standard uniform and shoulder patch design, the first patrol vehicle striping, and the first computer-based reporting system. Re-elected in 2000, Sheriff Cottle became a respected voice across Oklahoma law enforcement, serving on the Board of Directors of the Oklahoma Sheriffs’ Association and as its President in both 2002 and 2003. After 31 years in Oklahoma law enforcement, Sheriff Cottle retired on September 30, 2004.

Sheriff Cottle has also been active in numerous professional and fraternal organizations, including the Oklahoma Sheriffs’ Association, National Sheriffs’ Association, Oklahoma Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association, Western States Sheriffs Association, and the Association of Oklahoma Narcotics Enforcement.

I will always be grateful to Sheriff Cottle because he gave me my very first job in law enforcement. At the time, I was a 20-year-old kid from Barnsdall, still trying to figure out life and the path I wanted to take. Sheriff Cottle took a chance on me when others might not have.

When I applied as a detention officer, I was only three months past turning 20. Sheriff Cottle had a policy that all applicants had to be at least 21 years old. But instead of turning me away, he gave me an opportunity. I’ll never forget his words: “Don’t tell anyone how old you are.”

Now, years later, to serve as Sheriff in the very office he once held—and to have his support throughout my career and campaign—is truly humbling. Sheriff Cottle, I sincerely thank you for believing in me when I was just starting out.

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞!

— Sheriff Bart Perrier … See MoreSee Less

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Please join us in congratulating Andrew “Ty” Minson on his promotion to Sergeant!

Sgt. Minson has been with the Osage County Sheriff’s Office since 2017, serving in the Patrol Division and as our K-9 deputy. He’ll continue his K-9 duties while taking on his new role as a day-shift supervisor.

With a law enforcement career that began in 2009 and over 1,200 hours of CLEET training, Sgt. Minson brings experience, dedication, and leadership to the team.

We’re proud to have him leading the way—congratulations, Sgt. Minson! … See MoreSee Less