Steuben County Sheriff / March 9. 2026
Last week at the Steuben County Legislature’s Public Safety and Corrections Committee meeting, two members of our agency were formally commended for their outstanding service and commitment to protecting our communities.
Deputy E. McCoy recognized for her exceptional assistance to Ontario County Sheriff’s Office during the search for an individual who fled the scene of a motor vehicle crash. Responding without hesitation, Deputy McCoy and K9 Tripp traveled across county lines and arrived ready to deploy in just over 20 minutes. The individual had fled into deep wooded terrain and was exposed to severe cold temperatures for an extended period. Within approximately 45 minutes of initiating the track, Deputy McCoy and K9 Tripp successfully located the individual deep in the woods. Officials noted that her swift response and tracking expertise were likely instrumental in preventing what could have become a life-threatening situation. Ontario County Sheriff, David Cirencione stated in his letter of support that Deputy McCoy’s actions exemplify the highest standards of law enforcement service, interagency cooperation, and commitment to preserving life.
Deputy E. Hurd was also formally commended for his exceptional performance while assisting Bath Police Department during a residential fire in the village last month. Bath Police Department Chief, Don Lewis shared with the committee that Deputy Hurd’s quick response, situational awareness, and effective teamwork with other responding agencies demonstrated the strength of interagency cooperation and reflected the highest standards of professionalism, bravery, and dedication to public service.
Please congratulate Deputy McCoy and Deputy Hurd on these well-deserved commendations.
