Gov. Phil Scott has announced Brandon Thrailkill as Caledonia County’s new sheriff, according to a Monday press release.
Though county sheriff is an elected position, Scott appointed Thrailkill to fill the role following the death in March of Caledonia County Sheriff James Hemond, who was elected in 2022 to a four-year term. Caledonia County high bailiff Robert Gerrish held the position temporarily between Hemond’s death and Thrailkill’s appointment. Thraikill’s position is effective immediately, according to the release.
Before taking the role of sheriff, Thrailkill, a Lyndonville resident, served as Caledonia County’s state transport deputy and a captain in the Sheriff’s Department. He was previously a Lyndonville police officer.
“It’s an absolute honor to have been appointed sheriff to serve the people of Caledonia County. I have big shoes to fill but I look forward to bringing open communication, integrity and continue building trust within the communities we serve,” Thrailkill said in the press release.
