Two New Deputies Join Richmond County Sheriff’s Office After Graduating from Regional Police Academy
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has welcomed two new members, Titus Holmes and James Jackson, who have graduated from the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office Regional Police Academy. The graduation ceremony, which took place on Friday, was attended by Captain Chris Railey of CCSO, who gave the opening remarks, and Sheriff Eugene Brantley, who delivered the keynote address.
According to The Augusta Press, Sheriff Brantley’s speech emphasised the importance of integrity, empathy, and supporting one another in law enforcement. The graduates received comprehensive training as part of the Georgia Basic Law Enforcement Training program, a 20-week, 809-hour curriculum mandated by Georgia POST.
The training programme covered a wide range of topics, including:
- Criminal law, constitutional law, and civil procedures
- Patrol techniques, traffic enforcement, and accident investigation
- Arrest procedures, interviews/interrogations, and courtroom testimony
- Defensive tactics, officer survival, and firearms proficiency
- Crisis intervention, mental health awareness, and community relations
- Cultural diversity, ethics, and professional standards
- Hazardous materials response, terrorism awareness, and NIMS/ICS protocols
- Use-of-force decision-making, report writing, and G.C.I.C./communications
As reported by The Augusta Press, this programme prepares officers to handle the demands of 21st-century policing with compassion, competence, and professionalism. Sheriff Brantley expressed his pride in the new deputies, saying, "We are extremely proud of our newest deputies and the dedication they’ve shown in completing this demanding training. I want to personally thank Sheriff Clay Whittle, Captain Railey, and the entire Columbia County Sheriff’s Office for being such outstanding partners in law enforcement training."
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has a long history of working with the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office to provide high-quality training to its deputies. The Augusta Press reported that Sheriff Brantley also expressed his gratitude to Sheriff Whittle and the CCSO for their leadership and generosity in supporting law enforcement training in the region.
The addition of Titus Holmes and James Jackson to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is a significant boost to the department’s capabilities. As noted by The Augusta Press, the new deputies have undergone rigorous training and are now equipped to handle the challenges of modern law enforcement. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is committed to providing the highest level of service to the community, and the graduation of these two new deputies is a testament to that commitment.
In conclusion, the graduation of Titus Holmes and James Jackson from the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office Regional Police Academy marks a significant milestone for the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office. As reported by The Augusta Press, the new deputies have received comprehensive training and are now ready to serve the community with professionalism and dedication. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office looks forward to seeing the positive impact that these two new members will have on the department and the community.
