DOUGLAS COUNTY, Mo. — Douglas County Sheriff Chris Degase has been named the Veterans of Foreign Wars Law Enforcement Officer of the Year for the state of Missouri.
Degase received the award from Missouri VFW State Commander Scott Huffman, a longtime friend of the sheriff.
“It was an honor to be awarded the VFW Law Enforcement Officer of the Year for the State of Missouri,” Degase said. “It was made even more special that longtime friend and State Commander Scott Huffman was the presenter.”
Degase thanked the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office staff for supporting his mission, as well as his wife, Alicia, and the rest of his family for understanding the demands of his work. He also expressed appreciation to Douglas County residents who have supported him since he became sheriff.
Degase will now advance for consideration for the VFW’s national Law Enforcement Officer of the Year award.
