Sgt. Rance Young: Honoring Decades of Service

Last Updated 5/6/2024Posted in Police News, Latest City News

Last month, the Statesville Police Department bid farewell to Sgt. Rance Young as he retired after a remarkable career. The department honored him with a plaque commemorating his years of dedicated service, alongside an engraved Glock 43X 9mm presented by the Chiefs and Captains.

Sgt. Young's journey as a full-time officer with the SPD began on July 10, 1995, marking nearly three decades of commitment to the community. Despite retiring, he intends to stay active by exploring part-time opportunities.

Throughout his tenure, Sgt. Young has accumulated countless memories with his fellow officers, cherishing the bonds forged in the line of duty. Having worked under six chiefs, he has experienced the department's evolution firsthand.

Among the highlights of the retirement celebration were the shared laughter and camaraderie as colleagues reminisced about the infamous "Rance" stories, promising to keep them secret within the department.

Chief David Onley took a moment to express his gratitude to Sgt. Young. As a mentor who played a pivotal role in training many officers, Chief Onley thanked Sgt. Young for his dedication and wished him all the best in his well-deserved retirement.

We salute Sgt. Young for his years of dedication and wish him nothing but happiness and fulfillment in the days ahead!



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