Thomas Loughren, Sheriff - Chenango County Ernest Cutting, Undersheriff 279 County Road 46, Norwich, NY 13815 607 334-2000 > Visit the Official Chenango County Sheriff's website	BACK <

Thomas Loughren has an extensive resumé in law enforcement that began with the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office in 1971. In 1980, having obtained the rank of Master Sergeant, he took a leave of absence from the office to obtain a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice. In May of 1983, he accepted a position with the Miccosukee Police Department/U.S. Department of the Interior, Miami, Florida. In 1989, he transferred to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. Two years later, Loughren decided to return home to the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office where he successfully ran for Sheriff in November of 1991. He has received several awards and commendations as a law enforcement officer, including Police Officer of the Year Award. As Sheriff, Loughren has taken great pride in the important role his agency has played in making a better future for the citizens. Chenango County has a professional, modern, full service Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Loughren is active with the New York State Sheriffs’ Association having served as its President and currently serving on the Executive Committee. Chenango County has a population of 52,000 and an area of 911 square miles.