Patrick County Sheriff’s Sgt. Winfred Hill was honored in October as he marked his retirement, nearly 30 years after beginning his career with the department.
Hill, who joined the Patrick County Sheriff’s Office on Sept. 21, 1996, served for 28 years, earning praise for his professionalism, courage, and dedication. Sheriff Dan Smith highlighted Hill’s impact, saying he provided exemplary service to both the citizens of Patrick County and the officers he trained and worked alongside.
During his career, Hill served as a patrol division supervisor and was a member of the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team, where he also worked as a police sniper. Since 2001, Hill has been a defensive tactics instructor, training more than a thousand officers in safety techniques across the region.
Hill made history as the first African American to retire from the Patrick County Sheriff’s Office.
“To say Winfred left a positive mark on our agency is an understatement,” Smith said. “He is widely respected by law enforcement and citizens alike for the way he treats people.”
