Capt. Robert Lewis New Sheriff’s Captain for SCV and Valencia California
Sheriff Jim McDonnell Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
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Los Angeles May 17,2017.-
Sheriff McDonnnell “ You are accepting a Star or a Shield which represents the community we serve; a badge which represents thousands who came before you, and many who died wearing it with honor.” “You are also accepting an amazing opportunity to live a life of purpose. A life where every day you will affect the course of peoples’ lives.”
Captain Lewis has 31 years of law enforcement experience with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department .
Lewis began his law enforcement career right in Santa Clarita . Also serve as Sheriff in Malibu, Altadena and West Hollywood.
Lewis has a Bachelors in Science, Vocational and Occupational Studies from California State University, Long Beach.
“The City of Santa Clarita is thrilled to have someone of Captain Lewis’ experience, commitment and knowledge of our City in this role,” said City Manager Ken Striplin
Captain Lewis will be a tremendous leader for the Santa Clarita Valley station,” Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger
“I have always sought assignments, which would maximize my knowledge to benefit the community I serve, the Department, as well as further my own personal growth,” said Captain Lewis.