In the spirit of Black History Month, the Marion County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) in Indiana has taken to social media to honor its diverse workforce and the remarkable successes of its personnel. Featuring prominently in their series of tributes is a seasoned member of their team, Chief Deputy Reginald Roney, Sr. With a tenure that spans over five decades at the MCSO, Roney's extensive career began on the 1st of January, 1970, according to MCSO Facebook post.
Starting in the Jail Division and moving on to undercover narcotics, Roney dedicated a decade to combating drug-related crime before earning the title of Road Deputy of the Year in 1986. Serving in an array of elite units, his expertise was sought by the Sheriff’s Department Homicide Division and the Intelligence Division, where an instrumental hand was played in forming the Indiana Intelligence Fusion Center. This expertise extended to Roney's service with various federal task forces, including the United States Marshal’s, the FBI, the Federal Drug Enforcement (DEA), and the Terrorism Task Force.
Notwithstanding his on-the-ground achievements, Roney also boasts an academic pedigree in the field of law enforcement, being a graduate of the prestigious FBI Leadership Academy's Class 158 in 1989. Further honing his skills, Roney attended the Southern Police Institute for Homicide School and completed training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center for Police Management. His leadership qualities and breadth of experience culminated in his appointment as Chief Deputy in January 2019 by Sheriff Kerry Forestal, positioning him as second-in-command of MCSO.
The MCSO's celebration of figures like Chief Deputy Reginald Roney, Sr., during Black History Month highlights individual contributions and progress in law enforcement diversity. Recognizing his 55 years of service, the MCSO's social media tribute honors those who have served their community with dedication.
