Richland County Sheriff’s Office recognized selected employees

Joe Lyons • January 3, 2023

The Sheriff recognized selected employees for their hard work, accomplishments and distinguished service for 2022.

In addition to those listed below, other employees received certificates of Commendations and Merit, lifesaving awards, and letters of Appreciation.

DEPUTY OF THE YEAR: Aaron Frasher. He is a graduate of Ontario HS class of 2008. Served in the Marine Corps from 2009-2012 He earned an associate degree in Criminal Justice from NCState in 2022. He has been employed since 2017.

DETECTIVE OF THE YEAR: Giovanni Masi. He is a graduate of Lexington HS class of 2014. Served in the Army National Guard 2013-2019, He has been employed since 2016.

LAW ENFORCEMENT SUPERVISOR OF THE YEAR: Sergeant Amber Alfrey. She is a graduate of Clear Fork HS class of 2002. Associates Degree NC State 2005. Bachelor’s Degree Tiffin University 2012. She has been employed since 2008.

CORRECTION OFFICER OF THE YEAR: Isaiah Morales. He is a graduate of Ontario HS class of 2020. He has been employed since 2020.

CORRECTIONAL SUPERVISOR OF THE YEAR: Sergeant Tim Weese. He is a graduate of Madison HS class of 1995. Served in US Army for 3 years. He has been employed since 2013.

DISPATCHER OF THE YEAR: Cara Batten. She is a graduate of the Ohio Virtual Academy Class of 2017. She has been employed since 2020.

CIVILIAN OF THE YEAR: Maggie Liggett. She is a graduate of Galion HS class of 2004. She has been an employee since 2017.