As the role of law enforcement evolves, Police Chief Byron Roberson’s experience in modern policing makes him the ideal leader for the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office. The safety and security of residents has been Byron’s top priority in his 30-year career in law enforcement.

Oct 2, 2024 · Byron Roberson. As chief of the Prairie Village Police Department, Roberson emphasizes his experience as the one sitting in the top spot and making the tough decisions.

Jan 13, 2025 · Sheriff Byron Roberson is the first African American man to lead the county and the first Democrat to wear the badge in more than 90 years.

Byron has been a police officer for 30 years and served as Field Training Officer, Undercover Narcotics Officer, Patrol Division Commander, and Emergency Management Coordinator. In 2019, Byron helped onboard the Prairie Village Police Department’s first mental health co-responder program.

Nov 5, 2024 · KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Voters in Johnson County, Kansas have officially selected Democrat Byron Roberson as the new county sheriff in a tight race against Republican Doug Bedford.

Nov 29, 2023 · Byron Roberson, who worked his way through the ranks in Prairie Village to become the department’s first Black police chief in 2021, has filed to run for sheriff as a Democrat.

As chief of police, Byron has strong partnerships with community groups and service providers across Johnson County. As sheriff, he will connect people in crisis, such as those struggling with mental health or addiction, with vital resources before they enter the criminal justice system.

Nov 6, 2024 · Byron Roberson, the Prairie Village Police Chief, is the first Democrat in years to hold the position of Johnson County Sheriff. Incumbent Calvin Hayden, a Republican, lost in the...

Nov 5, 2024 · Voters gave Prairie Village Police Chief Byron Roberson the edge Tuesday as the county’s top law enforcement officer, according to unofficial final results. Assuming the results hold, he will become the first Democrat in most residents’ memories to hold the position.

Nov 5, 2024 · Johnson County voters chose Byron Roberson as their next sheriff in a close race Tuesday, electing a Democrat to lead the department for the first time in nearly a century and after heavy...