Major Russell A. Garman

Major Russell A. Garman has been a member of the Clark County Sheriff's Office over the past 25 years, beginning his career in 1980. He is currently the Operations Commander for the Sheriff’s Office.

Over the past 25 years, he has been assigned to the Jail Division, Uniform Patrol Division, Criminal Investigation Division and the Sheriff's Special Investigation Section. Prior to Major Garman's promotion as Operations Commander he served as the Division Commander for the Investigative Division. He also has been a Sergeant in the Uniform Patrol Division and Investigation Section.

Major Garman received an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Law Enforcement Technology from Clark State Community College and will be attending Urbana University in pursuit of a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice.

During Major Garman's career at the Clark County Sheriff's Office he has received the Sons of the American Revolution Law Enforcement Award, VFW Post 3660 Law Enforcement Award, Award of Outstanding Achievement in "Outstanding Public Service" from the Springfield Association of Life Underwriters and the Law Enforcement Award for Distinguished and Dedicated Service by the Optimist International. Major Garman has received several commendations from Sheriff Kelly for meritorious service and life saving.

E-Mail Major Garman: major@clarkcountysheriff.com