The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) in Savannah, Georgia, named McArthur Holmes as its first Black chief deputy in nearly 300 years. Sheriff Richard Coleman, the county’s first Black sheriff, made the appointment.
“Some things in life happen just in time, right on time, or all in time,” Coleman said in a press release. “Chief Deputy Holmes’ promotion is a testament to his unwavering dedication, integrity, and commitment to serving the citizens of Chatham County. We are proud of this moment and look forward to his leadership in this new role,” Coleman noted.
Holmes expressed his gratitude for his new role at his Sept. 23 pinning ceremony…