Performance Towing & Recovery

07/08/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our colleague and friend, Dave Curtis, who left us unexpectedly. Dave served our community with dedication, kindness, and unwavering professionalism. His presence at the courthouse and throughout our agency made a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of working alongside him.

Dave was known for his steady demeanor, willingness to help anyone in need, and his genuine care for the people of Codington County. His loss is deeply felt within our Sheriff’s Office family and the wider community he served so faithfully.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to Dave’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

Thank you for your years of service, Dave. We will miss you, and we will carry on in your honor.

If you would like to support the family financially, below is a link to the Davis Curtis Memorial Fund.
https://fundthefirst.com/campaign/david-curtis-memorial-fund-ccaq8r?fbclid=IwY2xjawS6C39leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe7k4IyG5VPkjAqic4-36w2S4XIbkDep0Yk3ujN71CmY1Cf-V9hiPMEvQynM8_aem_4NlIBuizEjK5yYYhdW1U2g

07/08/2026

Trucking company was passing through on I29 and had a trailer malfunction, causing a fire to ensue. South Shore Fire did a fantastic job putting fire out and establishing traffic control along with the SD Highway Patrol and Codington County Sheriff’s office. This 57,000 pound heat exchanger had to be offloaded from the damaged trailer and loaded onto our RGN to get it clear from the lane of travel. Having the right crew, equipment, rigging and preparedness is key to mitigating these highway incidents. Thanks to all involved!

06/14/2026

This is what it takes folks. Real life heroes- mostly volunteer, dedicating their days off to sharpen skills that allow them to save you or your loved ones when it matters most. If you have never been exposed to how patient extrication works, look closely. Teamwork, problem solving, determination, and compassion all playing out in front of your eyes in real time. We were fortunate to host the advanced stabilization and extrication course this year, along with instructor Mike Eliason from Aberdeen with funds from the Highway Emergency Responder Training foundation during 2026 SD State Fire School. Great job to those who participated and thank you for what you do for us.

02/26/2025

Cannot say enough how fortunate we are to have the CCSAR in our community. Great equipment and knowledge coupled with dedicated individuals most communities could only hope for. Proud to be able to assist with a training opportunity!

06/22/2024

06/11/2024

Today (6/10/24) in memory of Dale Jones, the Deuel County Sheriff’s Office and South Dakota Highway Patrol worked move over violations in Deuel County.

Please slow down and move over for emergency vehicles and tow trucks.

32-31-6.1. Stopped emergency vehicle--Requirements for approaching vehicles--Violation as misdemeanor--Fine.
Upon approaching from any direction any stopped authorized emergency vehicle making use of red visual signals meeting the requirements of this title, the driver of every other vehicle shall come to a complete stop before reaching the stopped emergency vehicle and may, unless otherwise directed, proceed with caution only after ascertaining that it is safe to do so, and upon approaching from any direction any stopped vehicle making use of amber, yellow, or blue warning lights, the driver of every other vehicle shall:
(1) If driving on an interstate highway or other highway with two or more lanes traveling in the same direction as the vehicle, merge into the lane farthest from the vehicle at least three hundred feet before the vehicle and proceed with caution, unless otherwise directed; or
(2) If driving on a two lane highway, at least three hundred feet before the vehicle, slow to a speed that is at least twenty miles per hour less than the posted speed limit or five miles per hour when the speed limit is posted at twenty miles per hour or less and proceed with caution, unless otherwise directed.
A violation of this section is a Class 2 misdemeanor and has a minimum fine of two hundred seventy dollars.

32-31-6.2 . Causing an accident--Stopped emergency vehicle--Violation as misdemeanor.
Any person who, while violating § 32-31-6.1 , causes an accident is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor if the accident is with a stopped emergency vehicle making use of its red visual signals or any stopped vehicle making use of amber, yellow, or blue warning lights.