The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office announced on April 16 the graduation of Deputies Cortney Fox and Chastin Stephens from the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy.
This development is important for public safety in Jefferson County, as both deputies are expected to contribute their new skills and knowledge to serve the community. The sheriff’s office provides services throughout Jefferson County, which is the tenth largest county by landmass in Arkansas, according to the official website.
The Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy offers a demanding program designed to prepare new officers with training in criminal law, defensive tactics, firearms proficiency, emergency vehicle operations, ethics, and community-oriented policing. The program challenges recruits physically and mentally to ensure only dedicated individuals graduate. Deputies Fox and Stephens completed this rigorous course successfully.
Sheriff Lafayette Woods said, “We are extremely proud of Deputies Fox and Stephens for achieving this important milestone. The Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy is a rigorous program that demands discipline, focus, and perseverance. Their success speaks volumes about their character and their commitment to public service. We are confident they will serve our community with professionalism, integrity, and dedication.”
The sheriff’s office supports community welfare through progressive public safety efforts while focusing on professional and ethical services as well as accountable initiatives according to the official website. It maintains nine divisions along with two detention centers across Jefferson County according to the same source.
Lafayette Woods has served as sheriff since 2019 according to the official website. The agency has delivered law enforcement services since Jefferson County was established and continues its mission of responsible safety measures for residents according to its official site.
As Deputies Fox and Stephens begin their next phase serving Jefferson County residents using what they learned at ALETA, officials say both deputies will have a positive impact.
