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Search continues for new sheriff in Dutchess County

Anderson served as sheriff for 22 years after first being elected back in 1999 and re-elected four more times.

News 12 Staff

Feb 8, 2022, 2:27 AM

Updated 1,268 days ago

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The search continues for a new sheriff in Dutchess County following Butch Anderson's tragic passing last September.
On Monday, Gov. Kathy Hochul provided an update on the process.
"There's a process - very strong vetting background being done but also beyond what I do we send a recommendation to the senate we want to get this settled," said Hochul.
Anderson served as sheriff for 22 years after first being elected back in 1999 and re-elected four more times.