sheriff

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Another exception was Seth Bullock, the U.S. marshal known for having been the sheriff of Deadwood.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Bianco slammed Bonta for trying to halt his investigation, which he said was “probably one of the most easy criminal investigations you could ever, ever imagine” and normal work for a sheriff.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Brendan Corbett, also running for the job, served as assistant sheriff during Villanueva’s tenure.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

They were finally removed from their camp last October during an early morning operation involving police, immigration officers and sheriff officers.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Down the hill, the mayor gathered together the sheriff and the board and the farmers whose houses had washed away.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney