ABOUT

I grew up in the south end of Columbus, Ohio where I attended school and graduated from high school. This is where I met my wife of 48 years, Mary. We have been blessed with one son and three grandsons. Mary and I moved to Fairfield County in 1979 and have been proud residents ever since.

I worked hard to earn my bachelor’s degree in criminal justice administration along with my associate degree in law enforcement. I am a graduate of the Police Executive Leadership College.

I have spent 46 years of my life in public service and will soon be retiring as a police chief. A profession where honor and integrity still have meaning.

I have dedicated myself during that time to championing those who can’t fight for themselves. I have worked with the addicted and abused. I have spent time in the worst areas of central Ohio feeding the homeless and, in some cases, the hopeless. 

I have taught Criminal Justice at Columbus State for over thirty years. My time spent teaching has kept me well-grounded.

I have been called upon to give expert testimony on numerous occasions to Senators and Representatives on legislation to protect our children from sexual predators.

I was invited to and attended a meeting at the White House to discuss the constantly changing policing tactics in the United States.

I am an NRA Benefactor, firearms instructor, and supporter of the Second Amendment. 

I am pro-life and pro-family. My wife and I are members of the United Brethren Church in Lancaster where I am an elder.

I am a strong supporter of businesses and farmers. I believe that every person should have the right to have a good-paying job without government interference. I believe the purpose of government when it comes to business should ensure the safety of workers and the quality of the work.

I am a conservative Republican who will defend our Constitution against all threats. I will not put personal gain and power above that of the people.

This is who I am.