MILWAUKEE -- Earnell Lucas was sworn in as the 65th Sheriff of Milwaukee County in a private ceremony on Friday, Dec. 14. He will officially take office on Monday, Jan. 7 after winning the primary election against Acting Sheriff Richard Schmidt.
Back on Dec. 5 Lucas fielded questions from journalists on a lot of different issues, from the reason he wanted the job of sheriff to the changes planned for the office.
"Milwaukee County, roll up your sleeves. Get ready. We're gonna go out here -- we're going to get the things done. We're going to get the job done -- and we're going to make Milwaukee County a great place to live," Lucas said.
Lucas has plans that will exceed the budget that's already set, given the number of deputies and the growing incidences of major freeway shutdowns after shots were fired -- and disturbances in the court system and parks.
Richard Schmidt, Earnell Lucas
"I'm not certain that I can deliver the level of services that I've sworn to this community that I'm going to deliver in 2019, with the budget that was just passed," said Lucas.
Lucas retired from the Milwaukee Police Department after 25 years, and will leave a career in security and investigations with Major League Baseball come January.
"The opportunity to serve this community, I believe, would be the height of a professional career well served," Lucas said.
Lucas said he also wants to serve as an example to young people that they can also achieve, no matter their background.
Earnell Lucas
Lucas grew up in the housing projects, was raised by his grandmother, was the victim of gun violence, is a two-time cancer survivor and a proud graduate of Milwaukee Public Schools.
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