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Campaigns are won by neighbors talking to neighbors. Here's how you can help elect Thomas Vaughn Sheriff.
Read more →Election Day — November 3, 2026
Meet the candidate
A lifetime of service to Marion County
Thomas Vaughn began his law enforcement career with the Marion County Sheriff's Office in 1997 and has served as Chief of Police for the Southport Police Department since 2014. A respected 30-year law enforcement veteran, he is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy and is a certified law enforcement instructor. Having served both as a Marion County deputy sheriff and as a municipal police chief, Vaughn brings a unique perspective to the office. As Sheriff, he is committed to improving public safety, enhancing accountability, supporting deputies and civilian staff, and restoring public confidence in the agency.
Honors: Medal of Valor, Life Saver Award, Indiana Law Enforcement Herman Freed Leadership Award, Jefferson Award for Outstanding Public Service.
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The platform
Priorities for Marion County
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A record of service
Experience
0Years in Law Enforcement
Leadership
Chief Since 0Southport Police Department
Training
FBI National AcademyGraduate
Honor
Medal of ValorRecipient
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All news →Vaughn is the Republican nominee for Marion County Sheriff, facing Democrat Kelvis Williams
Chief Thomas Vaughn advances as the Republican nominee and will face Democrat Kelvis Williams in the November 3, 2026 general election.
Read more →Thirty years of service — ready to lead Marion County
From Marion County deputy to Southport Police Chief, Thomas Vaughn's career has prepared him for the office of Sheriff.
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