Bob Lyons Endorses Chief Thomas Adamo for Passaic County Sheriff

Paterson, NJ – Bob Lyons, a prominent figure in Passaic County’s law enforcement community and former director of the Passaic County Police Academy, announced his endorsement of Chief Thomas Adamo for the position of Passaic County Sheriff. Lyons, whose career spans over five decades in various capacities within Passaic County’s law enforcement circles, including with the Paterson Police Department and the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, believes Chief Adamo possesses the leadership qualities and vision to lead the Sheriff’s Office forward.

“My law enforcement career through the ranks of the Paterson Police Department, the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, and as the director of the Passaic County Police Academy has afforded me a unique perspective on what makes an effective leader in law enforcement. Chief Adamo embodies these qualities through and through,” said Lyons.

Lyons highlighted Chief Adamo’s nearly 30-year tenure with the Sheriff’s Office, underscoring his broad experience and steadfast dedication to the community: “Chief Adamo’s career is marked by well-earned promotions, showing his commitment to integrity, excellence, and public safety.”

While acknowledging his professional relationship with Jerry Speziale, Lyons emphasized that the future of the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office requires a leader who understands the complexities of modern law enforcement and shares a forward-thinking vision. “The role of Sheriff requires a vision aligned with the future. Chief Adamo’s career, values, and vision for the Sheriff’s Office resonate with the needs of our community. His leadership style, rooted in honesty, integrity, and a genuine concern for public welfare, is what Passaic County needs to build on the legacy of Sheriff Berdnik,” Lyons said.

Lyons called upon the residents and members of the law enforcement community in Passaic County to support Chief Adamo’s candidacy. “Chief Thomas Adamo represents the best of what Passaic County needs in its next sheriff. I am confident that under his leadership, the Sheriff’s Office will continue to excel in serving and protecting our community with honor.”

Chief Adamo expressed his gratitude for Lyons’ endorsement, stating, “Bob Lyons is a respected leader and mentor in our law enforcement community. His endorsement is an honor and a testament to our shared vision for a safer, more responsive Passaic County. I am deeply committed to serving our community with integrity, and I look forward to the opportunity to lead our Sheriff’s Office into the future.”

For more information about Chief Thomas Adamo’s campaign for Passaic County Sheriff, please visit www.pcdems.com.

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