Brian Barkow

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About Brian Barkow

Experienced Inspector, Data Analyst and Skilled in investigations, Law Enforcement, Analytics, Analytical Skills, and Training. I’m excited to share that I’m running for Milwaukee County Sheriff. Our community is coming together to reduce violent crime, curb reckless driving, and achieve law enforcement that earns the trust of every resident. The people of Milwaukee County deserve a sheriff with the inclusive vision, progressive values, and bold leadership to turn our shared vision of public safety into reality. As Sheriff Earnell Lucas steps forward to take on new challenges, I am ready on Day One to lead the way forward. For the past 24 years, I have driven progress and innovation as a law enforcement officer, investigative supervisor, and executive in the Sheriff’s Office. Using my degree in computer science, I have designed tools to increase efficiency, transparency, and trust in our agency. As a bureau commander in Sheriff Lucas’ administration, I have led our detectives in bringing justice to the survivors of violent crime. Now, as your sheriff, I will implement new, data-driven strategies that build upon our momentum. Together, we will make our parks and expressways safe, achieve greater trust with the residents we serve, and advance conditions in the Milwaukee County Jail while cutting down on overtime spending. I am a lifelong resident of the City of Milwaukee and a proud graduate of Custer High School and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. My wife Aisha and I are the proud parents of two adult children. As a husband, father, and son, I know that our families and our elders deserve to be safe in our parks, on our expressways, and in our county buildings. And as a 24-year veteran of the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office, I have the experience required to drive meaningful change. I would be honored by your vote in the Democratic primary election on Tuesday, August 9, 2022. Together, we will achieve a safer, more just, and more thriving community for all.