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February 29, 2024 [email protected]
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT BOLSTERS PUBLIC SAFETY WITH THE ADDITION OF 7 DEPUTIES IN THE 1ST SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT
SAN BERNARDINO, CA – The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, Sheriff Shannon Dicus, and Vice Chair of the Board of Supervisors, Col. Paul Cook (ret.), proudly announce the addition of seven deputies to fortify public safety within the 1st Supervisorial District, which encompasses several of the High Desert Communities.
This initiative comes as a collaborative effort between the Sheriff’s Department and the leadership of the Board of Supervisors. Recognizing the need to enhance law enforcement presence and community engagement, the deployment of these additional deputies signifies a proactive approach to ensuring the safety and well-being of residents and small businesses within the 1st Supervisorial District.
Vice Chair of the Board of Supervisors, Col. Paul Cook (ret.), expressed his unwavering commitment to fostering a secure environment for San Bernardino County, stating, “The safety of our communities is always a top priority. By adding additional law enforcement resources to the 1st District, we are continuing our promise to protect the quality of life for our residents.”
These seven additional deputies will be strategically placed across the district, focusing on areas identified as priority zones for crime prevention and proactive policing efforts. Their duties will encompass various responsibilities, including community patrols, response to emergency calls, and proactive crime prevention.
These deputies will start on May 4, 2024, and are funded by the 2023-2024 adopted budget by the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is the law enforcement agency for the largest geographical county in the nation. Sheriff Shannon Dicus currently serves as San Bernardino County’s 36th Sheriff-Coroner. The department serves over 2.1 million residents, with eight county and 14 contract patrol stations and over 4,200 employees to ensure the quality and safety of those we serve.
