PROMISES KEPT
A sheriff’s office built on training, readiness, public trust, and measurable action.
Public Health & Opioid Response
Saving lives takes preparation
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First Beaufort County Sheriff to issue Narcan to deputies for self-aid/buddy-aid and first-responder use during opioid overdoses.
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Strengthened interdiction and intelligence through improved tools and partnerships.
K-9 Patrol Upgrade
Three full-service patrol K-9s — built for today’s threats
Implemented three full-service K-9s trained for opioid and fentanyl detection and human tracking.
Procured without taxpayer purchase requests (funded through legally available forfeiture/forfeited tax funds, as provided).
High-Risk Readiness
Prepared for the toughest calls
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Built readiness for high-risk threats through a 24-hour operational tempo and leadership that prioritizes safety.
School Safety & Youth Prevention
Safer schools, stronger mentorship
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Re-implemented School Resource Deputies in all twelve Beaufort County public schools for faster response and stronger prevention.
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Supported specialized training in counseling and crisis response.
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Led efforts to educate elementary students through the nationally accredited D.A.R.E. program.
ACE of Hearts / Vulnerable Populations
Protecting the most vulnerable starts with early warning signs
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Implemented department training on the ACE of Hearts initiative to recognize red flags connected to cruelty and victimization affecting animals, children, and elderly residents.
Drone Team & Modern Operations
Better information. Safer deputies. Faster decisions.
Implemented a drone team to increase safety during high-risk events (barricaded subjects, reconnaissance/overwatch, interdiction intelligence).
Used for safety overwatch during high-attendance events (including on school property during games and large gatherings).
Supports safer verification before entry into structures.
Visible Patrol & Recruitment/Retention
A sheriff’s office you can see — and deputies equipped to stay.
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Re-imaged patrol with a visible white scheme and improved emergency lighting for safety.
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Upgraded equipment and professionalism in ways that support recruitment and retention.
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Marine Patrol
Stronger response on the water.
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Reestablished a Marine Patrol Unit to improve response to boating incidents, investigations, warrants on waterways, and search assistance for overdue boaters.
Courthouse
Security
Safety where public service happens
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Provides courthouse security to protect courthouse personnel and the public.
Fiscal Responsibility & Trust
Public funds managed with care
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Three years of fiscally responsible management with public trust as the priority.
Major Multi-Agency Results
Partnerships that deliver arrests and disruption
Strengthened inter-agency relationships supporting major trafficking arrests and disruption (DEA, ATF, SBI).
Aurora Substation & Service Coverage
Practical service access for residents.
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Established an operational sheriff’s office substation serving Aurora-Richland Township (reports, permits, complaints) open Wednesdays 9am–2pm.
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Continues response support to Chocowinity and Belhaven during hours not covered by municipal police.
PROMISES KEPT