VANCOUVER, Wa. — John Horch with 45.67% of the vote and Rey Reynolds with 38.09% in Tuesday’s Primary Election will move forward to the November election.
Horch is the Chief Criminal Deputy for Clark County. Reynolds is a Vancouver Police Officer.
John Horch has been with the Clark County Sheriff’s Office for 33 years. He is 54-years-old. 63-year-old Rey Reynolds has been in law enforcement for 38 years.
Some of the issues facing the incoming sheriff include a staffing shortage, low pay and the need for a new jail. Current Clark County Sheriff Chuck Atkins announced his retirement several months ago.
David Shook received 16.33% of the votes.