Chatham County Commissioners unanimously appointed chief deputy Mike Roberson to the position of sheriff.

“It is an honor and a privilege to serve as Sheriff of Chatham County,” said Roberson  “The men and women of the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office truly enjoy serving the community. We will continue to hire top notch public servants to ensure high quality service to the community.”

He takes over for retired sheriff Richard Webster.

Roberson took his Oath of Office alongside his fellow Sheriff’s Office employees in a ceremony held Wednesday May 25.

“Mike Roberson has been an influential leader and trusted member of the Sheriff’s Office family for many years,” said Webster. “We have an amazing law enforcement team and I am confident that Sheriff Roberson will continue to make positive changes and do great things for Chatham County.”