Sheriff’s Office appoints first African American chief deputy in 293-year history
By Madelyn Cooper
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CHATHAM COUNTY, Georgia (WJCL) — The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has made history with the appointment of its first African American chief deputy in its nearly 300-year history.
McArthur Holmes has been named chief deputy by Sheriff Richard Coleman, marking a major milestone for Georgia’s oldest sheriff’s department.
In a press release, Sheriff Richard Coleman praised Holmes’ appointment, calling it “a testament to his unwavering dedication, integrity, and commitment to serving the citizens of Chatham County.” Holmes’ promotion is being celebrated as not only a personal achievement, but also a significant step forward for leadership within the department.
The pinning ceremony will take place on Tuesday at noon at the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office.
WJCL 22 News will have updates on air and online following the swearing-in ceremony.
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