Ron Carroll running for VZC sheriff

Ron Carroll, recently retired Precinct 4 County Commissioner and a former chief of police, has announced his candidacy for Van Zandt County Sheriff in the March 1 Republican Primary Election.

After learning of the current sheriff’s decision to not seek re-election, Carroll said he decided to seek the position.  

“I believe that Van Zandt County is at a crossroads and the citizens deserve a full-time sheriff with proven conservative leadership and experience who will implement a long-term plan to improve response times, prosecute drug dealers, reduce burglaries and thefts and protect our community.” Carroll said. “Therefore, after much prayerful consideration and encouragement, I am officially announcing my candidacy for Van Zandt County Sheriff in the upcoming March 1 Republican Primary Election.”

Carroll and his wife, Sharon, have been married 42 years and have three grown children and three grandchildren. They have lived in Van Zandt County for more than 20 years.

After serving as Precinct 4 County Commissioner for 12 years, Carroll said he had aspirations of retirement and spending more time with family and friends, but because of the controversy and dissention plaguing the sheriff’s office he could no longer sit on the sidelines and let the problems become worse. 

“My sense of duty and patriotism compel me to offer my talent and passion to help bring consistency, professionalism and reliability to a department desperate for positive change,” he said. “We have great employees in the sheriff’s office who sacrifice so much for our county, but they are lacking the necessary leadership and a long-term plan to effectively fight crime.  As your sheriff, I will use my vast experience and leadership skills to make the sheriff’s office great again.” 

Carroll said he counts it a privilege to serve the public.  “For as long as I can remember, public service has been my calling and I have been honored and blessed with many opportunities to serve my country and my fellow citizens,” he said.  

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