CALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. — Caldwell County Sheriff Alan Jones has announced his retirement after many years in law enforcement.
He leaves behind a legacy of high training standards, as well as making education a priority for his deputies and staff.
“I always knew training was essential, and it has been one of my top priorities,” said Sheriff Jones. “These guys cannot get enough training, and although I’m retiring, I’m going to continue making sure you get trained and trained well.”
Before becoming the sheriff, he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and a Master of Public Administration, both from Appalachian State University. He completed North Carolina’s Sheriff’s Leadership School from both UNC Chapel Hill and Duke University, as well as the FBI National Academy and the Southern Police Institute at the University of Louisville.
“Sheriff Jones understands that a well-trained and knowledgeable workforce is essential for effective law …