At the Somerset County Board of County Commissioners Meeting, NJ State Association of Chiefs of Police Accreditation Manager Harry Delgado presented the Certificate of Accreditation to Sheriff Darrin Russo and the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office. This assessment examines all of the Sheriff’s Office’s “best practices”, procedures, policies and operational standards to provide for excellence in policing. This accreditation is voluntary and is extremely comprehensive. Sheriff Darrin Russo sought this accreditation to ensure that the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office remains the best in the business. At the ceremony he thanked Sgt. Antoinette Hartman, Officer Rachael Tremarco & Officer Samuel Marton for their hard work on this project. The Somerset County Commissioners lauded Sheriff Russo and the Sheriff’s Office for receiving this prestigious distinction. #scsoprotectingandconnecting @SCSheriffs

All of us at Somerset County Sheriff’s Office send our heartfelt condolences to the New York City Police Department as they mourn the tragic loss of one of their own. Last night, Officer Didarul Islam was shot and killed. He acted with courage when an active shooter entered the building in which he was working, ultimately sacrificing his life in the line of duty. Officer Islam served the NYPD with honor for three and a half years. He is survived by his wife—who is expecting their third child—and two young sons. We stand in solidarity with the NYPD and the loved ones of Officer Islam during this time of profound grief. His service and bravery will not be forgotten. 💙🕊️ @SCSheriffs @SomersetCntyNJ