We need modern sheriff

To The Eagle:

We have a campaign for sheriff that has drawn a great deal of attention in that we have a patrol-detective running against his boss.

Sheriff Howie has over 23 years in law enforcement, 15 plus in a supervisory position status and many supervisory training schools. He was hired by Jon Dearmore for that very reason.

The day Jon Dearmore passed, Undersheriff Howie took control of the department that was truly in disarray with the passing of the sheriff. This was accomplished without hesitation, even knowing that Jon was his best friend. This type of response is what we, the citizens of Wahkiakum County deserve and expect from the sheriff’s office.

The passing of Jon was truly a disaster for this county. I would hope in the event of another disaster in this county or country, we would still have the type of leadership shown by Sheriff Howie.

Mike Mouliot, Cathlamet