After an extensive career in law enforcement, Stephens County Sheriff Randy Shirley’s last day on the job was Tuesday, Dec. 31.
Of his 50-year law enforcement career, Shirley has served as sheriff for the past 16 years.
After more than a decade of service, Shirley will be replaced by Rusty Fulbright – who took office on Jan. 1. Fulbright has a total of 29 years of experience in law enforcement. As stated, his objective is to maintain a “safer, stronger Stephens County.”
Now Habersham has interviewed Shirley and scheduled another interview with Fulbright on Friday, Jan. 3.
This article will be updated as more information becomes available.