
One hundred fifty-eight
One hundred and fifty-eight police officers took their own lives in 2018. Why is this happening? What drives a police officer to commit such an act? I will never know. As Sheriff, I need to make sure the well being of my deputies and staff becomes my priority and that I provide them with the resources necessary to ensure they are taken care of. As I research this phenomenon, learn about the contributing factors and what I can do as an Executive for my staff, I am pledging t