BENT COUNTY SHERIFF
JAKE R. SIX
Sheriff Jake Six is a lifelong public servant with deep roots in Bent County. Raised in Las Animas, he has dedicated his career to the safety, education, and well-being of his hometown. Now in his second term, he was first elected Bent County Sheriff on January 6, 2019, taking office as the youngest serving sheriff in the State of Colorado.
His commitment to serving the community began long before he wore a badge. After graduating from Las Animas High School in 2010, he served as a Park Ranger for the United States Army Corps of Engineers and a volunteer driver for the Bent County Ambulance Service. He concurrently earned his Associate Degree from Otero Junior College and graduated from the Otero Junior College Law Enforcement Training Academy in La Junta in 2012.
Sheriff Six began his law enforcement career as a patrol deputy for the Kiowa County Sheriff’s Office under Sheriff Forrest Frazee. His leadership capabilities were quickly recognized; by 2013, he was appointed supervisor of the Reserve Division and promoted to Sergeant. In 2015, Sheriff Casey Sheridan appointed him Undersheriff of Kiowa County, a role he held until his successful election in Bent County.
Beyond his administrative and patrol duties, Sheriff Six is highly regarded across the state for his technical training expertise. He has served as the Driving Instructor for the Otero College Law Enforcement Training Academy since 2016, Lead Instructor since 2018 and in 2022, the State of Colorado officially designated him as a Subject Matter Expert in Law Enforcement Driving.
Sheriff Six remains deeply embedded in local civic life outside of the Sheriff’s Office. He is a dedicated firefighter and trustee for the Las Animas Volunteer Fire Department, which he joined in 2021, and continues to invest in the next generation of Bent County residents following his 2025 election to the Las Animas School District Board of Education.
HONORABLE SERVICE
While serving as Undersheriff for Kiowa County, Jake R. Six was awarded the Honorable Service Citation by Sheriff Casey Sheridan. This prestigious commendation recognized Six’s instrumental role in modernizing the Sheriff's Office. Through his innovative leadership, Six overhauled outdated systems and implemented modern law enforcement practices, leaving a lasting legacy of improved efficiency and elevated service standards.
EXCEPTIONAL DUTY
Awarded the Exceptional Duty commendation for the successful investigation and arrest of a multi-jurisdictional fuel theft ring. After an over-the-road trucking company targeted gas stations nationwide, Six analyzed local incident data to establish a timeline, successfully predicted their next strike in Kiowa County, and conducted covert surveillance to apprehend the perpetrators. His meticulous investigative reporting directly led to a successful conviction.
DRUG BUSTER
Awarded for investigative excellence in 2014 after uncovering and dismantling an illicit 1,200-plant marijuana grow operation. Six’s thorough case preparation and subsequent arrest directly led to a successful conviction.
DRUG BUSTER
Commended for extreme vigilance and tactical proficiency after a traffic stop escalated into a high-stakes pursuit. Six successfully apprehended the fleeing suspect and seized 300 pounds of illicit marijuana, resulting in formal charges and a decisive conviction.
GOOD CONDUCT
2012-Present
TOP COP
2013
2014
2015
TOP TRAINING
2013
2014
2015
EDUCATIONAL
Associates Degree
SHERIFF'S CITATION
Awarded the Sheriff’s Citation for his resolute leadership in modernizing the Bent County Jail. Overcoming two decades of facility neglect and severe opposition from county commissioners, Sheriff Six successfully transformed an outdated building into a modern, safe, and secure environment, bringing notable acclaim to the agency.
FIELD TRAINING OFFICER
2013-Present
INSTRUCTOR
