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Chief Richard Francis and one of his teammates participate in an honor guard event. In less than a year at the Sheriff's office, Francis was promoted to Patrol Sergeant and later to Lieutenant.

[Photo] On the front lines

Josephine Lim, News Editor
October 11, 2023
Chief Francis stands proudly in front of his helicopter. Francis joined the team as a medic and spent most of his days just flying around Florida.

Chief Francis smiles for his graduation photo from the FBI National Academy. Fewer than 1% of law enforcement officers have the opportunity to attend the program, and Francis describes the experience as a check off his "professional bucket list."

Chief Francis' military career started when he was 20 years old. At EMT school, Francis discovered his innate talent in the sciences and medical field.

Chief Francis presents a safety debriefing at a Seminole County school. He teaches for the National Tactical Officers Association, and is a school safety consultant with the School Safety Advocacy Council.

Chief Francis poses in front of the Capitol building. Many jobs and positions were only available to him because he pursued a degree in college.

Chief Richard Francis and one of his teammates participate in an honor guard event. In less than a year at the Sheriff's office, Francis was promoted to Patrol Sergeant and later to Lieutenant.

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