SAN ANTONIO – Newly reelected Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar has vowed to uphold a tightened hiring process to “continue to hold people accountable” during his second term as the county’s top law enforcement officer. Salazar, a Democrat, defeated Republican challenger Gerry Rickhoff with 62% of the vote, or 454,529 total votes. He is the first Bexar County sheriff to be reelected since 2004. “It’s been that long since we’ve had some stability even through a second term,” he said. Salazar said he will not relax hiring standards despite the need for personnel in the department, including a vacancy of 200 deputies.

SAN ANTONIO – After serving decades in county administration, former Bexar County Clerk Gerry Rickhoff wants to switch gears. Also, the chief of police, here, Chief McManus, works for a civilian leadership,” Rickhoff said. Rickhoff on Tuesday criticized Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar’s 3.5-year tenure, saying he believes Salazar’s employees and constituents have lost faith in him. The combat veteran Rickhoff is referring to is Damian Daniels, who was shot by a deputy in late August during a mental health call. Salazar released still photos of the incident but not the full body cam footage.

"Law enforcement isn't a political position, this is about competency," candidate for Bexar County Sheriff saysPublished: October 6, 2020, 6:16 pmGerry Rickhoff says he plans to use his experience in county government to bring about changes

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