LIVINGSTON COUNTY — The political landscape continues to take shape as the New York State Troopers Police Benevolent Association has endorsed Investigator Tom Dougherty in the race for Livingston County Sheriff.
The Trooper’s PBA designates the endorsement to candidates based on the opinion of active Trooper’s working in that geographical area.
“I am so incredibly humbled by the New York State Troopers PBA endorsing my candidacy to be the Sheriff of Livingston County. The Trooper’s are a statewide agency that is highly respected in the law enforcement community,” said Dourgherty in the released statement. “It is nice to know that the local Trooper’s see me as a much needed, positive change and have had their voice heard through this endorsement. Thank you for believing in me and extending your endorsement Troopers.”
Dougherty will face Undersheriff Jim Szczesniak in a Republican primary on Sept 10.