Pima County Sheriff’s Department Launches Investigation into Unprecedented Cyberattack on Public Infrastructure
TUCSON, Arizona – In a developing incident that has drawn national attention, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department has confirmed an active investigation into a major cybersecurity breach targeting the county’s digital infrastructure. The attack, which began early Monday morning, disrupted several critical online services, including the county’s public records portal and emergency dispatch systems.
According to officials, the breach was detected by internal security protocols at approximately 3:15 AM local time. The Pima County Information Technology Department immediately isolated affected networks, preventing further spread of malicious software. Authorities have not yet confirmed the source or motive of the attack, but forensic analysis is underway to determine if sensitive data was compromised.
The Pima County Board of Supervisors declared a local state of emergency at 9:00 AM, authorizing the redeployment of resources to restore systems and maintain public safety. Officials stated that 911 services remain fully operational, though non-emergency online reporting is temporarily unavailable.
Residents are advised to monitor official Pima County social media channels and the county website for updates. The investigation is ongoing, with the Federal Bureau of Investigation offering technical assistance. No arrests have been made at this time.