Osceola County, Florida – The following statement is being released by Osceola County:
“County Manager Don Fisher and Sheriff Christopher Blackmon recently met to discuss key matters of importance to the Sheriff’s Office, including its budget, which is soon due for County review and approval later this year.
During these discussions, Sheriff Blackmon expressed interest in having a forensic audit conducted regarding certain aspects of the Sheriff’s Office, and the County Manager agreed to provide the funds necessary to engage a qualified auditor that specializes in law enforcement and forensic audits.
The ultimate decision to engage the auditor remains in Sheriff Blackmon’s purview.
The County continues to support Sheriff Blackmon and the heroic men and women of the Sheriff’s Office
