Sheriff Chad Scott Announces New Chapter of Leadership And Service

ALACHUA COUNTY – Just one day into his tenure after defeating incumbent Sheriff Emery Gainey in a November 2024 election, newly sworn-in Alachua County Sheriff Chad Scott has announced a series of leadership appointments and promotions within the Sheriff’s Office, ushering in a new chapter for the agency.

On Jan. 8, 2025, Sheriff Scott unveiled the names of personnel who have been elevated to positions of greater responsibility.

The promotions span various divisions within the Sheriff’s Office, showcasing a balance of experience and leadership.

Captain Joshua Crews was promoted to Undersheriff, becoming second-in-command and responsible for overseeing the agency’s overall operations and strategic initiatives.

Captain Dorian Keith was promoted to Major and assigned as Jail Director

Lieutenant Christopher Sims rose to the rank of Captain and was assigned to the Public Information and Community Services Division

Captain Jonathan Schabruch was elevated to Major, taking the helm of the Department of Support Services.

Lieutenant Edward Bennett was promoted to Captain and now leads the Patrol Operations Division.

Lieutenant Kenneth “Jason” Cruse advanced to Captain with the assignment of Deputy Director of the Department of the Jail, working closely with Major Keith.

Several promotions were made within the Department of Operations to bolster the Sheriff’s Office's ability to respond to community needs.

Sergeant Michael Hurlocker was promoted to Lieutenant, joining the Patrol Operations Division.

Sergeant Fred “Todd” Thomas III was also promoted to Lieutenant, serving in the Patrol Operations Division.

Deputy Maddison Telle was promoted to Sergeant and assigned to the Department of Operations Patrol Operation Division.

Deputy Christopher Dasher was promoted to Sergeant and assigned to the Department of Operations Patrol Operation Division.

The Sheriff’s Office also recognized the contributions of staff in administrative and jail operations.

Classification Caseworker Reshone Flanders was promoted to Contract Monitor in the Department of the Jail

Senior Executive Assistant to the Sheriff Courtney Barreca was promoted to Deputy Director in the Department of Administrative Services

Scott was sworn into office on Jan. 7, 2025, continuing the law enforcement career he began in 1990 at the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, later serving as Chief of Police in the City of Alachua from 2014 to 2022. Scott later returned to the Sheriff’s Office as the Major of Operations and was promoted to Colonel, overseeing areas such as patrol, investigations and community outreach.

In a news release about staff promotions and assignments, the Sheriff’s Office stated, “We know you will continue to make us proud, and serve the citizens of Alachua County and our agency with dignity and grace.”

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