Charles County Black Officers Association

11/18/2021

Happy Heavenly Birthday too our sister Sharele Nicole Peters ….devoted spouse, friend, sister, co worker, and most importantly an outstanding mother. You are achingly missed every day. So whatever beach you are in Heaven tanning on take a drink for all of us who have to live here without you. We love you and miss you.

06/08/2021

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03/29/2021

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03/12/2021

We are celebrating by highlighting some of the many inspiring women who serve in the Charles County Sheriff's Office.

Ms. Carolyn West is a true CCSO treasure, having served the Agency for more than 45 years! She graduated from Thomas Stone High School in the early 70's, and it was there that she took the civil service exam and got her first job with the U.S. Information Agency as a Clerk/Stenographer. A few years later, in 1975, she joined the CCSO as a member of the Records Section. She says, "I’ve always found the work to be interesting and the mission of the CCSO to be invaluable to the citizens of Charles County."

Outside of work, Ms. West enjoys spending time with her family or keeping in touch by phone, going to church services, or playing bingo when she needs some "me time."

Her work ethic and desire to serve came from her Mom. "My mother has been an inspiration to me because she worked many, many years. After she retired in her 70s, she then worked as a volunteer for a couple of years at the Charles County Nursing Home."

03/08/2021

03/03/2021

Congratulations

Charles County Welcomes 13 New Police Officers News Press Releases // March 3, 2021 DATE: March 3, 2021 CONTACT:Janelle LoveMedia Relations Office301-609-6538 or (301) 848-4799 Twenty-four New Police Officers – Thirteen from Charles County – Graduate Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy Po...

02/26/2021

Next in our highlights is Ms. Khaya Hemsley, who serves in the CCSO’s Records Section. She is passionate about helping people, and originally wanted to become a teacher. However, when she later decided to change career paths, Khaya was thrilled to have the opportunity to serve the community and join the Sheriff’s Office family.

She says, “Although I am not working directly with the public, I am still able to help those around me. Being so young in such an important position is something that I am very proud of as a black female. I am able to assist in having people’s voices heard by those who can then help them seek justice. Oftentimes, I am a step towards gaining answers and closure, whether it be for a court hearing or for an investigation.”

Khaya is the daughter of one of our own Police Officers, and she said “Being the daughter of an officer can be challenging at times. With all of the things he sees at work, he is very protective over us because he knows what can happen in a matter of seconds. That being said, I think this makes him that much more of an amazing father and officer. Knowing what goes on in the world leads him to not only want to protect his family, but all of the families throughout Charles County so that we all get home safe and sound. I also think that he is an important role model to black youth, who are able to see someone just like them being a superhero like he is. Those around him can see what he’s accomplished, and follow in his footsteps just as I did.”

02/26/2021

Another great officer to celebrate during : Corporal Al Davis. Cpl. Davis has served at the Charles County Detention Center for over 11 years! Prior to becoming a Correctional Officer, he was in our cadet program.

Cpl. Davis is not only a valued member of the CCSO Family, but also in the community. He says, “I pride myself on my work. I love volunteering my time in the community, working with the Explorers as well as running our annual toy drive.”

02/18/2021

We continue to celebrate Black History Month, today highlighting Corporal Rochelle Williams. She wrote:

“I have been with CCSO for over 16 years. My decision to make Charles County Sheriff’s Office my career of choice was based on the interactions I’d experienced during ride-a-longs as a Police Dispatcher with the agency. After being employed with a neighboring agency as a Police Dispatcher and also participating on ride-a-longs, the comradery and family atmosphere displayed at Charles County far exceeded my expectations, thus making my decision to apply as a sworn officer that much easier.

I have had several black women role models in my life, but never one in Law Enforcement; therefore, I must continue to attempt to set that standard for myself and those I encounter. I have experienced negative and positive experiences in my career. One scenario I could never hear enough is from community members on the street who “had no idea Charles County had black female officers”, as they proceed to stress how appreciative they are for OUR service.

As an African American Police Officer, I hope to relay to the public that prior to pressing my uniform, shining my boots, preparing my gear, I am a black female first. I have seen the struggles, I have been the struggle. I too have a very close knit family, relatives, and friends. Myself along with my sisters and brothers in arms: Black; White; Asian; Hispanic and in-between, are people first.

I would love to see a continued unified effort with the community and police. We can’t successfully do our jobs without the support of the community, just as our community can’t succeed without the support of the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. I hope my presence continues to encourage and strengthen other minorities to consider a career with the Charles County Sheriff’s Office.”

02/05/2021

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