SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WSPA) – The filing deadline for those in the running to become the next Spartanburg County Sheriff is fast approaching. In just one week, nine people have officially entered the race.
By noon Saturday, the final list of candidates will be set for what has become a high-stakes race to lead a sheriff’s office currently under both state and federal investigation. The turmoil stems from the recent resignation of former Sheriff Chuck Wright, prompting a wave of new leadership hopefuls.
As of Friday afternoon, nine candidates have declared their intent to run. The field is comprised of seasoned professionals with years of law enforcement or government experience…