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Bucks County Sheriff (4 YR term)

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    Fred Harran
    (Rep)

Biographical Information

What do you see as your role in building community relationships and maintaining trust between law enforcement and the community?

What is your highest priority if you are elected?

Education Arcadia University (B.A., Political Science), St. Joseph's University (Master of Science, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration), Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command.
Experience 39 year law enforcement professional - including 15 years as Director of Public Safety in Bensalem Twp., Bucks County's largest municipality. Bucks Co. Sheriff since 2022.
As your Sheriff, my role is leading an agency serving and protecting Bucks Co. by building strong community relationships. With 40 years in law enforcement, I know the power of meeting people where they are. I've expanded outreach with a Community Outreach Team, increased presence at events with offerings like free Kids ID, and improved accessibility for services county-wide. I am especially proud of launching our new app and the first BCSO PAL program, which connects youth and deputies positively. Trust requires a trained, ready force; I stress accreditation and importance of transparency, accountability, and best practices. A Sheriff must be woven into the community's fabric, earning trust through consistent effort and open communication.
As your She my highest priority is the continued safety and security of every Bucks County resident. This priority is informed by my four decades of law enforcement experience - including 16 as the Director of Public Safety for Bensalem Twp. Leveraging smart technology like our leading DNA program, strengthening vital partnerships with local law enforcement to keep criminals off the streets, and investing in tools and training for our deputies guides everything we do. We will continue to be a proactive and innovative county-wide law enforcement agency ready to meet the challenges of our region head-on. My focus is always on leading an accredited, transparent, and highly effective office that the community can trust to keep them safe.