Lukas Gabbard
Berea
Summary
Dedicated Deputy Sheriff to Madison County, KY with expertise in crisis intervention, evidence collection, and law enforcement procedures. Proven ability to manage high-stress situations and enhance public safety through effective communication and proactive patrol.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Madison County Sheriff's Office
Richmond
01.2023 - Current
- Enforce local and state laws through proactive patrol, investigations, and arrests while maintaining officer safety and constitutional policing standards
- Conducted detailed incident investigations, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, interrogating suspects, and preparing accurate reports to support case resolution using law enforcement databases and record systems.
- Utilized department technology and equipment (computer- Aided Dispatch, Kentucky Open Portal Solutions, Safe Tracker Evidence, radios, and less-lethal tools) to document incidents, coordinate responses, and enhance situational awareness.
- Demonstrated effective communication and de-escalation skills in interactions with diverse populations, employing crisis-intervention techniques to manage confrontations and uphold safety in high-stress situations.
- Collaborated with fellow officers, supervisors, and external agencies to execute operations, enhance public safety, and advance community-oriented policing initiatives.
Court Security Officer
Madison County Sheriff Officer
Richmond
08.2017 - 03.2022
- Ensured the safety and security of courtrooms, judges, staff, and visitors by monitoring proceedings and enforcing courtroom protocols
- Escorted and transported inmates to and from court appearances, ensuring custody and preventing security breaches
- Conducted security screenings of courthouse entrants, utilizing metal detectors and inspecting personal belongings for prohibited items
- Responded to disturbances and potential threats within the courthouse, applying de-escalation techniques and following established security procedures
- Coordinated inter-county inmate transfers with detention facilities, ensuring secure handling and accurate documentation
Education
Officer Certification
Department of Criminal Justice Training
Kentucky01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05-2018
Skills
- Law enforcement procedures
- Enforcement techniques
- Traffic enforcement
- DUI enforcement techniques
- Paper Service
- Crisis intervention
- Situation management
Accomplishments
- 2024 Deputy of the year recipient- recognized for professionalism, leadership amongst work collogues, dedicated public safety, and performance excellence
- 2024 Kentucky Impaired Driving Enforcement Award- Received for obtaining the most DUI arrests at the Madison County Sheriffs Office
- 2024 Kentucky Impaired Driving Enforcement Division III Award- Received for Obtaining the most DUI arrest in the State for departments with 25-50 Officers in the state of Kentucky
- 2024 MADD award recipient- Mother Against Drunk Drivers is a national non-profit organization that recognized myself for outstanding DUI enforcement during the year of 2024 with 121 DUIs
- 2025 Kentucky Impaired Driving Enforcement Award- Received for obtaining the most DUI arrests at the Madison County Sheriffs Office
- 2025 Kentucky Impaired Driving Enforcement Division III Award- Received for Obtaining the most DUI arrest in the State for departments with 25-50 Officers in the state of Kentucky
- 2025 Kentucky Seatbelt and Child Restraint Enforcement Award- Received for obtaining to most seatbelt citations at Madison County Sheriff Office
- 2025 MADD award recipient- Mother Against Drunk Drivers is a national non-profit organization that recognized myself for outstanding DUI enforcement during the year of 2025 with 138 DUIs
Affiliations
- Member of Vineyard Community Church Richmond 2018- present
- Married for 5 years
- Father of 4 boys
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Madison County Sheriff's Office
01.2023 - Current
Court Security Officer
Madison County Sheriff Officer
08.2017 - 03.2022
Officer Certification
Department of Criminal Justice Training
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Eastern Kentucky University