Nocco Faces More Competition in the Race for Sheriff
The field now stands at six for the job currently held by Chris Nocco.
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When Pasco County Sheriff’s Maj. Maurice Radford abruptly retired in September, his future plans were unclear.
That’s not the case any longer.
Radford, a Republican, has filed paperwork with the Pasco County Supervisor of Elections Office, announcing his intention to run for sheriff, according to the Supervisor's Office website. The Wesley Chapel resident was one of Sheriff Chris Nocco’s top commanders until he announced his retirement in September. =
According to the Tampa Bay Times, Radford was hired by former Sheriff Bob White in 2001 to serve as a major. He was in charge of the agency’s road patrol deputies. Former New Port Richey police chief Jeffrey Harrington was hired to fill that role in September, after Radford's retirement was announced.
Radford faces stiff competition in the November election. Democrats Kim Bogart and Larry Roberts have already announced their intentions, as have Republicans Nocco, Roger Fortney and Mike “XX” Foxx.
Nocco was appointed last year to serve out White’s term after he announced his retirement.
Radford was not available for comment.
Carla Gibson
5:47 pm on Sunday, March 18, 2012
To be honest I couldn't care less WHO gets elected for sherrff as long as they start responding FASTER to home robbery calls and not make an older woman (or anyone) sit in their driveway almost one hour "wondering" if the burgler is still inside their house waiting to "jump" them. My actual experience ..