Franklin County sheriff race gaining lots of attention
The Franklin County sheriff's seat has become one of the most closely-watched races in Vermont, despite only one candidate appearing on the ballot.
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The Franklin County sheriff's seat has become one of the most closely-watched races in Vermont, despite only one candidate appearing on the ballot.
Two write-in candidates challenged John Grismore, the former deputy fired from the Franklin County Sheriff's Office in August after kicking a man in custody.
One is talking up his experience working for the sheriff’s department, while the other says the office needs “fresh eyes,” especially after the events of the past several months.
Republican candidate John Grismore plead not guilty to an assault charge after video shows him kicking a handcuffed detainee earlier this year.
After a lengthy investigation, then a review by outside officials, John Grismore, a candidate to lead the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office was formally...