BEHIND THE BADGE WITH MCSO

Predicate Felon Held in the Monroe County Jail on no bail/no release after shooting and injuring a 9 year-old boy in a Henrietta Convenience Store. Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter reacts to the senseless shooting.

Sheriff Baxter and the newest member of the Western District of New York Human Trafficking Task Force, Deputy Keith Beer, react to the federal conviction of a man MCSO arrested for sex trafficking.

Listen as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale delve into the Statewide Automated Biometric Identification System (S.A.B.I.S.) with Manager Michael VanRoo.Learn more about how S.A.B.I.S. works and how it acts as a valuable tool for law enforcement and our community.

You often don't see them, because they work behind the camera, however MCSO Police Digital Technicians Ray Montinarello and Michael Jaeger are an integral part of the MCSO Communications Team. On this edition of "Behind the Badge with MCSO," watch as Undersheriff Korey Brown turns the tables and interviews the individuals who are usually interviewing others. Ray and Mike also manage the MCSO Body Worn Camera Program. Oh....and did we mention they love to laugh, a welcome addition to the MCSO family.

The Court Security Bureau is one of five bureaus at the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. Chief Dale Erne oversees the bureau, responsible for the physical protection of the judiciary, court personnel, attorneys, witnesses, juries, and all individuals who have court business within the Monroe County Civic Center complex and the NYS Supreme Court 4th Department Appellate Courthouse.  Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host, Deputy Sanders Tisdale, explore the intricacies of the bureau with the Chief.

He was cool before PR was en vogue. On this edition of the "Behind the Badge with MCSO" Podcast, if you don't already know him, meet "Uncle Phil" Salamone. Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale interview the Rochester icon who is usually making sure everyone has a great day in our community. Whether working security at the Kodak Center, Rochester Amerks, Lilac Festival, or working as a parking attendant at Innovative Field, home of the Rochester Red Wings, (and so many other ROC venues), "Uncle Phil" makes you feel welcome and at home. His signature line, "Uncle Phil Loves You" is uniquely his and has a way of warming everyone's heart.

Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host, Deputy Sanders Tisdale, pour their attention into the "Coffee Connection - Project Empower." This women-managed and run coffee shop works with recovering addicts to employ those who once struggled with addiction, transforming lives. Hear from Executive Director Joy Bergfalk and employee Genia Collyer and the connections they make within our community; helping others to maintain sobriety and live a healthy life.

Sacrifice and Service. Two words our MCSO deputies and Veterans live by. Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host, Deputy Sanders Tisdale, talk with Veteran and MCSO Deputy John DeMarco and Laura Heltz, Executive Director of the Veterans Outreach Center. The VOC continues to provide essential services for veterans in need in our community. We learn from both Deputy DeMarco and Ms. Heltz what it means to put service before self.

New York State experienced six massive reforms to criminal justice since 2018. One we are familiar with is bail reform, which was implemented in the last quarter of 2019. Data for the nine years preceding bail reform and the four years post bail reform illustrates violent crime is still significantly high. A major tenet of bail reform was the edict of Least Restrictive Means, directing that a judge will impose the least restrictive conditions necessary to ensure the defendant's appearance in court. Though the term was removed by the Governor in the budget process, the culture and many of the major tenets of the law created by legislators exist. To learn more, visit a new page on our website, the Sheriff's Initiative for Public Safety (SIPS): https://t.co/DwBAznww5J

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale talk with MCSO New Commander Patricio Rojas. Learn more about the role as well as the man holding the position, Commander Rojas.

Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and MCSO Lt. Matt MacKenzie and Deputy Matt Whiting showcase our Motorcycle Unit. Motorcycles have been a part of the Monroe County Sheriff's Office for more than a century. They assist during community events, such as parades, and patrol paths, such as the Erie Canal, where patrol cars might not easily be able to access. Our motorcycle unit helps to keep our community safe through enforcement and easy access to challenging environments.

Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and guest co-host, former 13WHAM television news anchor Ginny Ryan, talk with former 13WHAM television news anchor, Don Alhart. Celebrating 58 years of service to community, Mr. Alhart retired on the same day that he began at the station: June 6, 1966 - June 6, 2024.

Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter talks with the Reentry Associates of Western New York (RAWNY). MCSO partners with this agency in the Monroe County Jail in an effort to help incarcerated individuals make a productive transition back into society upon release from Jail. MCSO Director of Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Joel Yager and RAWNY Program Director, Yari Rivera, and their teams help to prepare incarcerated individuals with the tools they need for success.

What an awesome opportunity to showcase the New York State Sheriffs' Institute Summer Camp, a gem located on the shores of Keuka Lake. In this Special Edition of the "Behind the Badge with MCSO" Podcast, watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter explores this amazing summer camp that welcomes adolescents from throughout NYS, who for economic reasons, might not otherwise get a chance to attend a camp. On location, with beautiful Keuka Lake as a backdrop, Sheriff Baxter sits down with NYSSI Executive Director Chris O'Brien, Deputies Neale and Jenkins who are assigned to the Camp, and one of the campers, Juliet.

The tables are turned! Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter flips the interview switch on three guys who are used to hosting their own Podcast. Sheriff, (a former Rochester Police Captain), sits down with the Crime Dawg Podcast Founder and Hosts, Johnny Fiorica, David Simpson, and Jason Blanchard, all of whom are either current or retired officers with the Rochester Police Department. Get ready to laugh as these law enforcement officers and former colleagues talk shop, swap stories and have a good time!

The MCSO Teen Police Academy is a great opportunity for young people to build confidence, while learning good decision-making and leadership skills. We recently graduated 21 students in our Teen Police Academy Class #20, who successfully completed our one-week introduction to law enforcement course. Congratulations also to Teen Police Academy Class #21, completing the same course this summer. Watch as Undersheriff Korey Brown sits down with Community Engagement Deputy Payne and Deputy Napier, who once attended the Teen Police Academy, before continuing on to pursue a career with MCSO. For more information about the MCSO Teen Police Academy: https://bit.ly/45ZqUif

"Behind the Badge with MCSO" NEW Video Podcast Episode #125 - Pines Games. Watch as Guest Host, PIO Deputy Brendan Hurley, talks about the Pines Games, happening every Tuesday & Thursday throughout the summer at the Pines of Perinton. It's an opportunity for children and adolescents who reside at the Pines in the Town of Perinton to interact with law enforcement in a positive light while having fun and building encouraging relationships. Deputy Hurley sits down with our A-Zone Community Engagement Deputy, Todd Thurston, Town of Perinton, New York Commissioner of Parks and Recreation, Jeffrey Nutting, and Stacey Thompson, Senior Community Coordinator at the Pines, to learn more about the games.

Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter talks with MCSO Lt. Andrew Soike, Monroe County Assistant Fire Coordinator Derek Hardy, and Monroe County EMS Medical Director Dr. Jeremy Cushman about their roles with the Rescue Task Force; a three-prong approach to responding to critical incidents and large-scale emergencies incorporating law enforcement, fire and EMS.

Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter sits down with Monroe County Executive Adam Bello to discuss the State of Monroe County, specifically the Public Safety aspect. Sheriff Baxter and County Executive Bello talk about current crime trends, as well as issues related to law enforcement, and the state of our community when it comes to protecting and serving the citizens who call Monroe County "home."

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office welcomes our community's senior citizens to learn about the Sheriff's Office, how it works, the various units, and ask questions of our agency. The academies are run by our three Community Engagement Deputies, representing the three zone substations. Watch as Monroe County Undersheriff Korey Brown chats with the Community Engagement Deputy in A-Zone, representing Monroe County's East-side, Deputy Todd Thurston, Joel Freeman with the Penfield Recreation Center, and Jan Guldbeck, one of the seniors attending the Senior Citizen Academy.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office has two Commercial Vehicle deputies who conduct inspections on large vehicles to ensure everyone on the road is safe. Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-Host Deputy Sanders Tisdale talk with Deputies Gulisano and Sanfilippo about the importance of their work to keep the economy moving.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office has three Community Engagement Deputies, one assigned to each of our Zone Substations. These deputies are liaisons to our community, offering crime prevention programs and services to aid citizens. They are ready to assist and serve our community leaders in each of the zones, working with school districts, community groups and the citizens we serve. Watch as Undersheriff Korey Brown talks about the role of these public servants with Community Engagement Deputies Jonathan Payne, Kelly Valvassori and Todd Thurston.

April is Autism Awareness Month. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office has three Autism Community Liaisons who serve as a link between the MCSO and our community. One of those liaisons, guest host Deputy Brendan Hurley, shares more information about our partnership with Autism Up's Full Life Academy. Deputy Hurley speaks with Full Life Academy student Noah Smith, Autism Up Chief Marketing Officer Lisa Ponticello, and Bill Moran, Host of Billified: The Bill Moran Podcast.

How cool!!! Rochester, NY sits directly in the path of totality of the Solar Eclipse happening on April 8, 2024. At 3:20 p.m., our region will experience 3 minutes and 38 seconds of complete totality! Learn more about the safety plan the Monroe County Sheriff's Office has for this event, including important traffic reminders and advice as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host, Deputy Sanders Tisdale, interview MCSO Special Operations Unit Lt. Andrew Soike.

Watch or listen in as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale learn more about A-Zone Captain Kevin Schoepfel and what it takes to police the substation covering the east-side of Monroe County. Captain Schoepfel shares his experiences, love for the job, as well as challenges.

February marks Black History Month. Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale talk with MCSO Community Affairs Executive Dr. Torrance Jones and Pastor Donald Stevens of Helping Hands Missionary Baptist Church about celebrating and recognizing Black History Month all year. "When I think what does it mean to me? I am black history, ya know on a personal level," said Dr. Torrance Jones, MCSO Community Affairs Director. "I remember, just my mother and father, they grew up in the South and they grew up actually in segregated schools. So they did not grow up in a system where schools are integrated when it comes to black and white."

Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale talk with Lt. Mackenzie who oversees the MCSO Snowmobile and Track Vehicle Unit. These vehicles aid deputies and our community in many ways, to include assisting during challenging weather conditions, missing persons cases, and at times, investigatory purposes and so much more.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Podcast Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale sit down with MCSO Sgt. CJ Zimmerman and Public Information Officer, Deputy Brendan Hurley to learn more about the MCSO Attempt to Identify Social Media postings and the partnership with MCSO Communications to engage the community.

Stolen vehicles. Will insurance cover it? Sheriff Baxter talks with Nicholas Pagano of the Elmwood Agency and Evan Stark of the Bob Johnson Auto Group about stolen vehicles and the impact on insurance, car dealerships and you the consumer.

Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and guest co-host, Sgt. Mike Zamiara, discuss the role of the Part-time Road Patrol deputy with Deputy Joe Resch. Consider joining our Police Bureau part-time if you have a desire to serve our community, are looking to off-set your full-time career, or are interested in only working a few hours a week. It's a great opportunity!

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale discuss Jail Academy Class #53 with Class Counselor Deputy Story and Class Captain, Recruit Deputy Rivera. The discussion centers around the role of both positions and the impact they have on new incoming recruits.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Guest Co-host, PIO Deputy Brendan Hurley discuss the U.S. Marshal Service Task Force and the importance of the fugitive Crime Watch Flyers with former Task Force Member, Deputy Matt Young.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale talk with MCSO Recruitment Deputies Sarah Schreiner and Jacob VanSlooten about the upcoming Deputy Sheriff Jailor Test. Deadline to apply is November 3, 2023.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale check back in with Fairport Police Chief Matt Barnes and Gates Police Chief Rob Long having served in their Chief roles for more than a year now. Listen in as these law enforcement leaders discuss challenges and successes.

School is back in session! Listen in as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter discusses the important role of our School Resource Officers and some back to school safety advice with SRO Deputy Derrick Goettel.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale chat with MCSO Undersheriff Korey Brown. Learn more about the role of Undersheriff and a little bit more about Undersheriff Brown.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter discusses the unique role Special Police play in aiding law enforcement with Greece Special Police Chief Mike DiCataldo.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter discusses the role of the MCSO Evidence Technicians with Sr. Technician Deputy Dan Luffman.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Sgt. CJ Zimmerman go in-depth on the 50 year old cold case investigations with Deputy Houlihan and MCSO Admin. Asst. Molly Rowe, tasked with researching, organizing and categorizing the case files.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Sgt. CJ Zimmerman sat down with journalists Nikki Rudd of WHEC-TV (News 10 NBC) and Gary Craig of the Democrat and Chronicle to discuss the Double Initial Homicide Investigations. Both journalists are among the local media who have covered the investigations extensively. Ms. Rudd and Mr. Craig share their prospective.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter sat down with MCSO Sgt. CJ Zimmerman, Wayne County Sheriff's Lt. Kevin Kuntz, and New York State Police Investigator Eric Fuenfstueck to discuss the murders of Carmen Colon, Michelle Maenza, and Wanda Walkowicz. These agencies are working collaboratively to try and solve this 50 year old cold case known as the Double Initial Homicides.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale sit down with Retired Rochester Police Sgt. Brett Sobieraski following his amazing journey, completing a nearly 1300 mile trek though 8 states to honor a fallen hero and fellow brother, Rochester Police Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz. "Maz," as he was affectionately known, was murdered on July 21, 2022 while protecting our community working on the RPD Tac Unit to prevent violence. Congratulations Sgt. Sobieraski as you showed grit, perseverance and overall compassion for a family that captured the nation's hearts. Thank you to all who showed humanity and supported this great cause.

In this four part series, Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter interviews MCSO Sgt. C.J. Zimmerman about a 50 year old cold case known as the Double Initial Murders. Three young ladies, Carmen Colon, Michelle Maenza and Wanda Walkowicz were sexually assaulted and murdered in three separate instances. Their killer(s) are still unknown. No one has been charged with these heinous crimes.

SPECIAL EDITION: "Behind the Badge with MCSO" Podcast. Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter has the privilege of interviewing PGA General Chairman Ron Pluta and Monroe County Sheriff's Foundation members Chris Hill and Dave Merrick, previewing the upcoming MCSF Annual Golf Classic in July. This Special Edition podcast takes place on the prestigious Oak Hill Golf Course, recorded in advance of the PGA Championship.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Deputy Sanders Tisdale discuss MCSO's partnership with ATF Resident Agent In Charge Michael Curran.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Deputy Sanders Tisdale highlight the "Do the Right Thing" Awards Program with Laurie Kingsley-Henry and PIO Lt. Greg Bello with the Rochester Police Department- shining a spotlight on our community's young people who are doing good work by making good choices and doing the right thing when faced with a challenge or opportunity to do so.

Sheriff Baxter and Deputy Tisdale speak with Accreditation Coordinator Denise Cesarano.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter discusses MCSO's Wellness initiative with Director Kim Butler.

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and Co-host Deputy Sanders Tisdale sit down with Primetime585 Co-founder Karen Iglesia to talk about the organization's mission and the collaborative partnership with law enforcement.

Sheriff Baxter and Monroe County Sheriff's Foundation President Bill Sanborn talk about the spirit of giving as we help those in need this holiday season.

During the month of December, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office has chosen the Josh Rojas Foundation as the beneficiary of its "Beards for Bucks" fundraiser. Learn more about this organization in our community that supports families who are experiencing the sudden loss of a child. Sheriff Todd Baxter sits down with the organization's co-founder, MCSO Captain Pat Rojas.