To the citizens of Pierce County,

The Pierce County Deputy Sheriff’s Independent Guild is comprised of 326 deputies, detectives, sergeants, detective sergeants and lieutenants who pride ourselves on providing excellent, values driven, service to the communities in which we work and live.

When all information is available regarding the recent circumstances involving Sheriff Troyer, we will be prepared to make an informed and appropriate response to the event. We await the County Council’s independent investigation results.

As trust in law enforcement is fundamental to effective policing, our membership understands and shares the concerns of our citizens. As we await a full report of the facts, we want to reassure you that we will continue in our oath to protect and serve as well as honor our core values of Respect, Responsibility, Courage, Compassion and Integrity.  

Respectfully;

The Pierce County Deputy Sheriff’s Independent Guild.