Sheriff reports jail maintenance issues, K9 program update and ongoing projects

Jan 6, 2026

Sheriff Matthew Hafey reported an on-duty deputy accidently encountering icy roads, the recent death of retired Reserve Deputy Jon Rhoades, concerns over jail maintenance (intercoms, heating in female pods), progress on a jail window and door project preparing for bid, and a discussion of the K9 program.

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Pickaway County Sheriff Matthew Hafey briefed the commissioners about department matters on Jan. 6, including an accident involving a deputy on icy roads and the recent passing of retired Captain and Reserve Deputy Jon Rhoades. The sheriff also provided an update on the department’s K9 program.

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