COLUMBUS, Ind. – The Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) held its first employee recognition ceremony on Wednesday, November 5.

This event was initiated as a way to recognize all employees of the Sheriff’s Office and to highlight a few specific employees whose service exceeded expectations. Sheriff Chris Lane recognized a large group of employees based on their tenure at BCSO. This included 23 employees with at least five years of service, 14 with at least 10 years, nine with at least 15 years, and 16 with at least 20 years.

The last group included several employees who have been with BCSO for over three decades. This included Major John Martoccia (31 years), Captain TA Smith (43 years), Correctional Officer Jeff Tindell (38 years), Administrative Assistant Jeanette Down (41 year

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