Sheriff’s Office announces promotions

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd recently announced several promotions within the Sheriff’s Office.

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These positions were created as a result of several retirements throughout the agency, most notable is Chief of Staff Gary Hester, who is retiring after a 31-year career with PCSO.

Hester has also been selected as the new Police Chief of the Winter Haven Police Department.

The following members will be promoted during a ceremony at 9 a.m. Friday in the training/Procap room of the Sheriff’s Operations Center, 1891 Jim Keene Blvd, Winter Haven:

Deputy Sheriffs Matthew Beebe, Larry Davis, Theresa Edmiston, and Ian Rylott will be promoted to the ranks of law enforcement sergeants.

Law Enforcement Sergeants Julio Lima and Mary Martin will be promoted to the ranks of law enforcement lieutenants.

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