Crow Ends Long Career in Law Enforcement - Lakeland Ledger
WEBJan 2, 2005 · Sheriff Lawrence W. Crow Jr., the longest arm of the law in Polk County for 18 years, will take off his badge Tuesday. Crow's retirement will end a law enforcement career that began when he...
Sheriff Lawrence Crow - Lakeland Ledger
WEBJan 7, 2005 · Sheriff Crow has seen many changes in Polk County. He was Lakeland's chief of police and Polk County's longest-serving sheriff. He not only changed with the times, he helped the times to...
Grady Judd - Wikipedia
WEBGrady Judd is the sheriff of Polk County, Florida, since 2005. He is known for his aggressive approach to crime, his endorsement of Republican candidates, and his involvement in national and international law enforcement organizations.
Ten Law Enforcement Officers inducted into Hall of Fame
WEBMay 15, 2021 · Polk County’s longest serving sheriff, Lawrence W. Crow Jr. began his career as a police cadet at the Lakeland Police Department in 1962 and rose through the ranks to become chief in 1980. In 1987, he was appointed Polk County Sheriff and was reelected every term until his retirement in 2004.
Part 2: Sheriff Grady Judd Based a Career on ‘Doing What
WEBJul 22, 2022 · Lawrence Crow, then the Lakeland police chief, was appointed in 1987 to fill the seat. When Crow came in, he reorganized the office and demoted Judd from major to captain in 1987. But in 1989, Crow restored his shoulder oak leaves. Crow’s appointment ushered in a new era at the sheriff’s office.
Sheriff Crow marks 40 years in law enforcement - Lakeland Ledger
WEBNov 14, 2002 · BARTOW - Sheriff Lawrence W. Crow Jr. celebrated his 40th anniversary in law enforcement Wednesday during a special ceremony with hundreds of friends and acquaintances at the Stuart Center.
WEBLawrence W. Crow Jr. began his law enforcement career as a police cadet at the Lakeland Police Department in 1962. He moved through the ranks and was appointed police chief in 1980. In 1987, he was appointed Polk County Sheriff by Gov. Bob Martinez. Crow restructured the agency and pursued professional law …
HE TURNED THINGS AROUND – Orlando Sentinel
WEBDec 19, 2004 · Lawrence W. Crow Jr. will end his 17-year tenure as Polk County Sheriff in less than a month, leaving behind a legacy of accomplishments. Those who know the Sheriff’s Office best say Crow,...
POLK SHERIFF PRAISED AS HE LEAVES OFFICE - Orlando Sentinel
WEBDec 19, 2004 · Lawrence W. Crow Jr. will end his 17-year tenure as Polk County sheriff in less than a month, leaving behind a legacy of accomplishments. Those who know the Sheriff’s Office best say Crow,...
History of Polk County's Sheriffs | Polk County Sheriff's Office
WEBLawrence W. Crow, Jr. (1987-2004) Lawrence W. Crow, Jr., was born in Glen Dale, West Virginia, in 1942. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1960-62, after which he began his career with the Lakeland Police Department.
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