A SPECIAL “THANK
YOU” TO CALVERT COUNTY CITIZENS FOR BEING SUPPORTIVE
Over the past several months, there’ve been numerous events which
have occurred throughout the United States which have reflected negatively on
law enforcement. In several of these
cases the initial negative press proved not to be a true account of the events
that took place. Unfortunately, the
follow-up stories for these events, once they have been fully investigated,
don’t seem to make the main stream media as the initial story did.
With the recent events unravelling throughout our nation it
has undoubtedly taken a toll on the men and women of the Calvert County
Sheriff’s Office. Though the daily
duties of law enforcement nationwide has not changed, the thoughts that may go
through his or her mind every day when they put that uniform on to walk out the
door to begin their tour of duty have changed.
Law enforcement officers may wonder why they signed up for this job
because they may not feel appreciated.
Others may change the way they approach a certain situation and their
officer safety skills are significantly heightened. These issues have caused one of the most stressful
jobs in society to be even more cumbersome. Police officers are forced to make split
second decisions some of which could be lifesaving. These decisions will ultimately
affect them and others the rest of their lives and will be reviewed for
countless hours before they are adjudicated.
Part of the mission of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office
(CCSO) deputies is to provide exceptional law enforcement services to the
citizens of Calvert County. Throughout
these troubling times, CCSO deputies have continued to do their jobs
effectively and efficiently. We have taken steps internally to ensure the
safety of CCSO deputies is on the fore front. The citizens of Calvert County
have undoubtedly done their part for CCSO deputies by showing their gratitude
and appreciation in countless ways. Numerous
incidents of positive citizen interactions with CCSO deputies are discussed
daily throughout the CCSO. The cards and
letters that pour into the CCSO are posted conspicuously for deputies to view. CCSO
deputies are extremely fortunate to have the community trust and to be able to
share in the positive relationships that we have with the majority of the
citizens we serve.
Sheriff Mike Evans
