Kent County is Losing Sheriff Michelle LaJoye-Young. What’s Next?
She has spent 37-years with the Kent County Sheriff's Department, the past several years as Sheriff, but the time has come to hang up her badge and gun and begin life as a private citizen.
After 37 years of service to Kent County, Sheriff Michelle LaJoye-Young has announced her intent to retire.
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The Kent County Sheriff's Department posted on their Facebook page that October 9, 2026, will be her final day with the department as she looks forward to traveling and spending well-earned time with her family.
Sheriff LaJoye-Young has served in many areas of the Kent County Sheriff’s Office and made history as the first female Sheriff in Kent County. Her leadership, marked by professionalism, steadiness, and a deep commitment to the people of the agency and the community will be missed.
LaJoye-Young said:
“Serving Kent County and leading this Office has been one of the greatest honors of my life. I have always believed leadership is about service, supporting the people who do this work every day and making sure they have what they need to serve our community well. I am incredibly proud of all the deputies at the Kent County Sheriff’s Office, and I know they will continue the important work of keeping our community safe.”
Sheriff LaJoye-Young has tried to make sure the next leadership team is prepared to continue the office’s mission, and she believes that time has come. Undersheriff Bryan Muir will seek appointment as Sheriff and continue the office’s focus on service, accountability, and public safety.
Congratulations Sheriff. A job well done!
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