As the role of law enforcement evolves, Police Chief Byron Roberson’s experience in modern policing makes him the ideal leader for the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office. The safety and security of residents has been Byron’s top priority in his 30-year career in law enforcement.

1 day ago · In the update, Newly-elected Johnson County Sheriff Byron Roberson confirmed there were no cases of fraud in the 2020 election or in any election since, according to a press release. Roberson reviewed the investigation after being elected as sheriff in November 2024.

Oct 2, 2024 · Byron Roberson. As chief of the Prairie Village Police Department, Roberson emphasizes his experience as the one sitting in the top spot and making the tough decisions.

Byron has been a police officer for 30 years and served as Field Training Officer, Undercover Narcotics Officer, Patrol Division Commander, and Emergency Management Coordinator. In 2019, Byron helped onboard the Prairie Village Police Department’s first mental health co-responder program.

Nov 5, 2024 · KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Voters in Johnson County, Kansas have officially selected Democrat Byron Roberson as the new county sheriff in a tight race against Republican Doug Bedford.

Nov 29, 2023 · Byron Roberson, who worked his way through the ranks in Prairie Village to become the department’s first Black police chief in 2021, has filed to run for sheriff as a Democrat.

2 days ago · Johnson County Sheriff Byron Roberson has formally ended the years-long election fraud investigation initiated by his predecessor, Calvin Hayden — drawing to a close an inquiry that produced no ...

As chief of police, Byron has strong partnerships with community groups and service providers across Johnson County. As sheriff, he will connect people in crisis, such as those struggling with mental health or addiction, with vital resources before they enter the criminal justice system.

Jan 15, 2025 · Byron Roberson is sworn in as the new sheriff of Johnson County, Kansas. The first Black person to take that role, Roberson told the Post his top priorities.

Nov 5, 2024 · Voters gave Prairie Village Police Chief Byron Roberson the edge Tuesday as the county’s top law enforcement officer, according to unofficial final results. Assuming the results hold, he will become the first Democrat in most residents’ memories to hold the position.