Editor, Gazette-Journal:

On June 12, the citizens of Gloucester County will have the opportunity to select the Republican nominee for sheriff. I am writing to endorse Sheriff Darrell Warren for this nomination. I have known Darrell for 18 years. During this time, he has been a personal friend, colleague and my supervisor. I worked closely with Darrell for 17 years. The position of sheriff involves much more than being a good "street cop." The sheriff’s office budget is $7 million. The office employs 95 people. The sheriff manages the operation of a correctional facility. The sheriff is responsible for the safety and security of all the citizens of the county and its visitors.

Darrell Warren has the education and experience for this task. He is a graduate of the FBI’s National Academy. The National Academy is a training facility for leaders in law enforcement from across the nation. Topics covered include personnel administration, budget and the latest techni...