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Byron Roberson for Johnson County Sheriff

Byron Roberson is running for Johnson County Sheriff to restore sound leadership to the sheriff's office. 

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Byron Roberson's Top Priorities

The safety and security of residents should be law enforcement’s number one priority. While <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.kcur.org/politics-elections-and-government/2023-11-22/johnson-county-sheriff-embraces-conspiracy-theories-at-right-wing-conference-were-in-a-war">our current sheriff is investigating conspiracy theories,</a> Byron Roberson will prioritize the safety of our community above all else.

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Public Safety

With the increasing number of mental health-related calls, it’s more important than ever to equip our law enforcement officers with training on crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.

Mental Health

The sheriff’s office should partner with local police departments by collaborating and providing equipment and resources when requested. Byron understands the need to improve the lines of communication between police departments and leadership at the sheriff's office.

Local Cooperation

After rising through the ranks of the police department, Byron Roberson believes you’re only as good as the officer next to you. That’s why he believes in fostering a culture of professional development within the sheriff's office, enabling deputies to pursue their career aspirations.

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Lenexa Police Chief (1991-2012)

Ellen Hanson

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BS Criminal Justice, Jackson State University

MS Administration of Justice, University of Central Missouri

FBI Leadership Certified, FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia

Certified Firearms Instructor, State of Kansas

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Safehome, Johnson County

Adjunct Professor, UMKC Criminal Justice Department

Criminal Justice Advisory Council, Johnson County

Chiefs and Sheriffs Association, Johnson County

Police Academy Advisory Council, Johnson County

KC Metro Investigation Squad, Board Member

PREP-KC, Mentor

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<h2>Byron Roberson: A Career Dedicated to Public Service</h2><img src="https://run.imgix.net/f7c1ff6f-4467-4b2d-a1a0-811cc0c824ce/f7e3c702-9b81-4d03-93dd-aca09c464a4d/f7e3c702-9b81-4d03-93dd-aca09c464a4d.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=4&amp;con=10&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=31&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=64%2C18%2C175%2C206&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="In 1987, Byron joined the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve where he served for eight years,including one year of active deployment during Desert Storm" align="left" alignwidth="25" variant="framed">In 1987, Byron joined the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve where he served for eight years,including one year of active deployment during Desert StormJimmie and Irma Roberson, both retired school teachers, instilled a strong sense of public service in their son. That’s why Byron joined the U.S. Marines Corps Reserve in 1987 after graduating high school.Byron served eight years in the Marines, including one year of active deployment during Desert Storm. He trained as an infantryman, artillery gunner, and in supply logistics.Byron ended his career in the military as Sergeant and Platoon Leader for the 3rd Battalion, 24th Marines in Springfield Missouri.<img src="https://run.imgix.net/f7c1ff6f-4467-4b2d-a1a0-811cc0c824ce/24b550bb-1a04-4672-a287-c1d1a67521ae/24b550bb-1a04-4672-a287-c1d1a67521ae.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C171%2C194&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="Byron joined the Prairie Village Police in 1995, rising through the ranks to become Chief of Police" align="right" alignwidth="25" variant="framed">Byron joined the Prairie Village Police in 1995, rising through the ranks to become Chief of Police<h3>Over 30 years of law enforcement experience</h3>Byron has been a police officer for 30 years and served as Field Training Officer, Undercover Narcotics Officer, Patrol Division Commander, and Emergency Management Coordinator. In 2019, Byron helped onboard the Prairie Village Police Department’s first mental health co-responder program. He helped form the city’s first SWAT Team and served as Team Leader and Commander for over 10 years.After serving as a police officer in Missouri, Byron joined the Prairie Village Police Department in 1995. Byron rose through the ranks before being sworn in as Chief of Police. He is the 7th Chief of Police for Prairie Village since the city's incorporation in 1951.<h3>A family dedicated to its community</h3>Byron’s wife Stacy shares his passion for community service, working as a registered nurse at a local hospital. Together with their blended family they share six children ranging in age from 25 to 32. They’re proud of raising good men and women who respect others and give back to their community. Now, they enjoy spending time with and spoiling their six grandchildren.<img src="https://run.imgix.net/f7c1ff6f-4467-4b2d-a1a0-811cc0c824ce/3d1df9da-338c-404c-9577-8095697b8407/3d1df9da-338c-404c-9577-8095697b8407.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C58%2C2602%2C1316&amp;w=1500" alt="" title="" caption="Byron and his wife, Stacy, share six children and six grandchildren" align="middle" alignwidth="50" variant="framed">Byron and his wife, Stacy, share six children and six grandchildren

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Byron Roberson has 30 years of law enforcement experience and has dedicated his entire professional life to public service. While our current sheriff is making the news for investigating conspiracy theories, Byron believes the first priority of law enforcement should be the safety and security of residents.As a police chief, he has the leadership experience to run the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office and he will never put politics above the safety of our community.&nbsp;

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“I believe that the sheriff of the county should be concentrating on making the community safer. And unfortunately, the sheriff is spending more time chasing conspiracies, finding a way to get soundbites on CNN and collaborating with people that just aren’t moving the county in the right direction,” Roberson told The Star on Wednesday.

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Johnson County police chief steps up as Democratic challenger to Sheriff Calvin Hayden

Prairie Village Police Chief Byron Roberson has announced his candidacy for Johnson County sheriff, vying to take Sheriff Calvin Hayden’s seat. In a release Wednesday, Roberson’s campaign noted he has the support of four former Johnson County police chiefs — former Lenexa police chiefs Ellen Hansen and Tom Hongslo and former Merriam police chiefs Tim Burnett and Ben Hadley.

Four former police chiefs supporting new Johnson County sheriff candidate

Roberson has served as Prairie Village's police chief since Jan. 4, 2021. He has over 25 years of experience as a police officer in Prairie Village and Mission Hills. Prior to becoming a police officer, Roberson spent eight years in the U.S. Marines Corps Reserve, one of which was of active deployment in Desert Storm.

Prairie Village Police Chief Byron Roberson announces bid for Johnson County sheriff

Roberson touted the endorsements of four former local police chiefs, including Ellen Hanson and Tom Hongslo, both former police chiefs of Lenexa, as well as Tim Burnett of Merriam and Ben Hadley of Mission. “Our public endorsement of Byron should underscore the urgent need for a change in leadership at the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office,” Hanson is quoted in the release.

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Johnson County police chief steps up as Democratic challenger to Sheriff Calvin Hayden

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