Rutherford County Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy, Jeff Buchanan, received the award, Administrator of the Year, at the Region C meeting, held on Tuesday evening at Ryan's in Forest City.
Region C is comprised of law enforcement agencies from Rutherford, Polk, McDowell and Cleveland Counties. Region-C recognizes officers who go above and beyond the call of duty.
Chief Buchanan was nominated for the award by Lt. Warren Sprouse, with input from other deputies, who praised the Chief for his experience and dedication to the employees of the Sheriff's Office and the law enforcement profession.
Chief Buchanan has served the public for over 36 years as a law enforcement officer, but also is dedicated his wife, family and church.
Lt. Sprouse and Sheriff Chris Francis presented Chief Buchanan with his award.
Also receiving an award were:
Lougenna Parker (Forest City Police Department)- Administrative Assistant of the Year
Chris Brantley (Shelby Police Department) - Administrative Assistant of the Year
Ron Diaz (Columbus Police Department)- Uniform Officer of the Year
Jody Segal (Cleveland County Sheriff Office)- K-9 Officer of the Year
Jason Spence (N.C. Highway Patrol)- Trooper of the Year
Brad Moore (Forest City Police Department)- UniformOfficer of the Year
Ryan Bailey (Lake Lure Police Department)- Reserve Officer of the Year
Rick Shaffer (Cleveland County Judicial System)- Prosecutor of the Year
Richard Corley Award was presented:
Steve Holland (Forest City Council)
Trooper Donald "Kirk" Hensley (N.C. Highway Patrol)
