Residents of Louisville Metro could soon see a larger presence of sheriff’s deputies on roadways, in neighborhoods and at public events.
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office leaders provided new details Monday of their plans to expand the agency’s law enforcement capabilities. Chief Deputy Steve Healey said JCSO will create a Community Action Response Team to focus on addressing priorities set by Louisville Metro Council members and their constituents. That could be anything ranging from traffic violations and vehicle break-ins to illegal use of ATVs in public parks.
“The Community Action Response Team will be staffed with one lieutenant, two sergeants and 16 deputies, all dedicated to responsive and community-driven policing and coordinating with the Louisville Metro Police Department,” Healey said…