Riverside, CA – Lieutenant Nathan Kaas of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office tragically died Sunday, October 12, 2025, following a hunting accident in southern Idaho, according to the Riverside Sheriffs’ Association.
The association shared news of his passing Monday, saying Kaas was “a devoted husband, father, and servant leader whose faith and love for his family, community, and the Sheriff’s Office left a lasting impact on all who knew him.”
According to officials, the incident occurred while Kaas was off duty. Details about the circumstances of the accident have not been released as the family and department request privacy during this time.
The Riverside Sheriffs’ Association has launched a verified fundraiser through Help a Hero to assist the Kaas family with expenses and support. Donations can be made at helphero.com/campaign/lieutenant-nathan-kaas.
Community members are encouraged to share messages of condolence and support online using hashtags such as #RSOStrong and #ThinBlueLineFamily.
Funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.
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