{"id":74564,"date":"2026-04-24T19:08:43","date_gmt":"2026-04-24T23:08:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/?p=74564"},"modified":"2026-04-24T19:08:43","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T23:08:43","slug":"genesee-county-investigator-loftus-promoted-to-chief-deputy-criminal-investigation-division","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/index.php\/2026\/04\/24\/genesee-county-investigator-loftus-promoted-to-chief-deputy-criminal-investigation-division\/","title":{"rendered":"GENESEE COUNTY\/Investigator Loftus promoted to Chief Deputy-Criminal Investigation Division"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Sheriff Joseph M. Graff announces the permanent promotion of Joseph D. Loftus to Chief Deputy \u2013 Criminal Investigation Division (CID).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief Loftus is a 1997 graduate of Le Roy High School. Following high school, he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice, graduating Cum Laude, from Brockport State College. Chief Loftus began his career with the Genesee County Sheriff\u2019s Office on January 25, 2014, when he was hired as a Deputy Sheriff. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2018, Chief Loftus was promoted to Investigator. He currently serves as an instructor in defensive tactics and pepper ball, helping to prepare fellow officers with the skills necessary to perform their duties safely and effectively. His leadership potential was evident early on, having served as Captain of his basic academy class at the Rural Police Training Academy at Genesee Community College. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, his exemplary service has been recognized with three departmental commendations. In his new role as Chief Deputy of CID, he will oversee all investigative operations, guide departmental strategy on criminal cases, and continue fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOn behalf of the Genesee County Sheriff\u2019s Office, I want to congratulate Chief Loftus on this milestone promotion,\u201d stated Sheriff Graff. \u201cThis role demands sharp judgment, unwavering integrity, and the ability to lead in the most complex situations. Chief Loftus has demonstrated these qualities, and I am confident that he will continue to strengthen our Criminal Investigation Division and serve our community with distinction.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Provided press release and photo Sheriff Joseph M. Graff announces the permanent promotion of Joseph D. Loftus to Chief Deputy \u2013 Criminal Investigation Division (CID). Chief Loftus is a 1997 graduate of Le Roy High School. Following high school, he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice, graduating \u2026<\/p>\n

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