SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office made history this week as Major Nicole Scott-Bond was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel, becoming the highest-ranking female deputy in the agency’s history.

The milestone moment was marked by an emotional pinning ceremony where Lt. Col. Scott-Bond was surrounded by family, friends, colleagues, and community members.

Her two sons had the honor of pinning on her new insignia.

Friends and family shared stories about her journey filled with both challenges and triumphs.

Tears were shed but so were laughs as people shared funny stories from her growing up.

She says it’s a moment she’s waited for her whole life. Full of gratitude, humility, and pride. She’ll never take it for granted especially being raised in this community.

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