Oneida County chooses a new sheriff in primary election

MALAD CITY — Oneida County has chosen a caller presumptive sheriff.

There were 3 candidates who ran to go nan Republican campaigner for sheriff, Doug Williams, Jonathan Hayes and John Christophersen. Current Sheriff Arne Jones did not activity re-election.

Williams became nan nominee pinch 57% of nan ballot and 750 votes formed successful his favor.

“Words can’t definitive really humble I americium and really thankful I americium for each and everyone of you. As sheriff, please cognize that I will beryllium present for you, I will perceive to you, I will dainty you pinch respect, dignity and empathy. In nan look of danger, I will consequence my life to protect yours,” Williams said.

Christophersen brought successful 29% of nan ballot pinch 381 votes cast.

“While nan result is not what we had hoped for, I stay committed to our county’s information and well-being. I would for illustration to congratulate our recently elected sheriff,” Christophersen said.

Hayes sewage 14% of nan ballot pinch 189 votes cast.

“I’d for illustration to congratulate our caller sheriff and wish him luck successful this service. I promote nan citizens of Oneida County to support our caller sheriff and promote him to service pinch afloat intent of heart,” Hayes said.

Williams isn’t facing a Democratic challenger successful nan wide election.