Crime & Safety
Cherokee Sheriff's Deputy Departs for Roswell
Craig Easterwood will now serve as deputy police chief, reporting directly to Chief Rusty Grant.
By Wendy Parker
A longtime deputy with the Cherokee Sheriff's Office has joined the Roswell Police Department.
Craig Easterwood on Monday started duties as deputy police chief with the force. He serves as second-in-command of the 200-member force, reporting to Chief Rusty Grant.
"I look forward to working with someone who comes from a highly professional and respected agency," Grant said in a statement. "I am truly excited to have Chief Easterwood join our family and command staff team."
Easterwood's experience in Cherokee included stints with uniform patrol, K-9 and internal affairs. He was a commander of the sheriff's office's Traffic Enforcement Unit and Hostage Negotiation Team.
Most recently, he had been the director of the department's new training unit. Before his time in Cherokee, Easterwood worked for the Cobb County Sheriff's Office.
Don’t miss any of the local news you care about. Subscribe to Canton-Sixes Patch’s free newsletter, like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
