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Deputies Graduate Basic Academy

Friday, August 21, 2026

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Deputy Kenneth McFetridge and Deputy Rhyce Ketter completed the Basic Law Enforcement Academy on August 19, 2026, according to Pierce County Sheriff's Office records. The deputies will resume their duties with the agency after successfully finishing the training program.

The Sheriff's Office highlighted the achievement as a reflection of their 'hard work, perseverance, and dedication,' noting that completing the academy is 'no small feat.' The agency emphasized their commitment to serving the Pierce County community with these newly certified deputies.

The Sheriff's Office did not specify any immediate assignments for the deputies but indicated they will serve in a 'larger capacity' within the department.

📄 Source: Pierce County Sheriff — Blotter — https://blog.piercecountywa.gov/pcsdblotter/

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Deputy Kenneth McFetridge and Deputy Rhyce Ketter completed the Basic Law Enforcement Academy on August 19, 2026“Congratulations to Deputy Kenneth McFetridge (left) and Deputy Rhyce Ketter (right) on their successful completion of the Basic Law Enforcement Academy!”
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Deputy Kenneth McFetridge and Deputy Rhyce Ketter will resume their duties with the agency after successfully finishing the training program“Congratulations to Deputy Kenneth McFetridge (left) and Deputy Rhyce Ketter (right) on their successful completion of the Basic Law Enforcement Academy!  This accomplishment is a reflection of their hard work, perseverance, and dedication to the law enforcement profession. Completing the academy is no small feat, and both deputies have demonstrated the commitment and determination it takes to serve their community.  We’re proud to welcome them back to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office, where they will continue their careers and serve the Pierce County community in a larger capacity.  Congratulations, Deputies McFetridge and Ketter! We look forward to seeing all you accomplish.”
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The Sheriff's Office highlighted the achievement as a reflection of their 'hard work, perseverance, and dedication'“Congratulations to Deputy Kenneth McFetridge (left) and Deputy Rhyce Ketter (right) on their successful completion of the Basic Law Enforcement Academy!  This accomplishment is a reflection of their hard work, perseverance, and dedication to the law enforcement profession.”
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The Sheriff's Office noted that completing the academy is 'no small feat'“Completing the academy is no small feat, and both deputies have demonstrated the commitment and determination it takes to serve their community.”
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The agency emphasized their commitment to serving the Pierce County community with these newly certified deputiesNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The Sheriff's Office did not specify any immediate assignments for the deputiesNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The Sheriff's Office indicated they will serve in a 'larger capacity' within the department“We’re proud to welcome them back to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office, where they will continue their careers and serve the Pierce County community in a larger capacity.”