OC Deputy graduates from Criminal Justice Academy

The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office announces the graduation of Deputy John Aguilar, who is the first graduate of the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy since Oconee County Sheriff Mike Crenshaw took office. The graduation ceremony took place on July 16^th.  Aguilar is a Walhalla High School graduate. “I am proud of Deputy Aguilar for completing necessary requirements at the criminal justice academy in order to begin his law enforcement career here in Oconee County,” says Oconee County Sheriff Mike Crenshaw.   “His desire along with his ability to speak fluent Spanish will serve our department well. John brings some diversity into our agency.” He is a former United States Marine and is currently in the Marine Reserves.  He and his wife are expecting their first child. He has been assigned to road patrol duty.