Jackson County Sheriff promotes first female captain

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Jackson County Sheriff Darryl Forte' has promoted Sgt. Ronda Montgomery to the rank of captain, making her the first woman to serve as captain since the office was established in 1827.

Sheriff Forte' said, "equal advancement opportunities within the Jackson County Sheriff's Office is more than just a slogan. It's a priority and a practice that I am committed to carrying out."

Montgomery began her career with the Jackson County Sheriff's Office in 1994. During that time, she has been a field deputy, field training officer and the first and only person responsible for obtaining grants from 2002-10.