On May 4, 2010, John Buncich won The Lake County Democratic Primary for Lake County Sheriff. He has had a distinguish career in law enforcement that began over 32 years ago. John became a member of the Lake County Sheri ff's Department in 1971 and has served in every division within the department. Through out the years, John has received several certificates of training, commendations and awards. He has risen through the ranks and attained the highest possible permanent merit rank of Captain in the Sheriff's Department, also serving as assistant Chief of Police under the late Sheriff Chris Anton.

John Buncich was elected Sheriff of Lake County, Indiana in 1994 and went on to serve two terms (1995-2002). While serving as Sheriff, John focused the Sheriff's Department on pro-active community policing and anti-crime efforts. He implemented the Sheriff's Department Gang Intelligence Unit and established Senior Citizens Safety programs which still exist today. John has also served nine terms as president of the Lake County Fraternal Order of Police (Anton Lodge 125). He also served on the Indiana State F.O.P. level as State Public Relations Chairman and State Political Action Committee Chairman.

John Buncich is respected as a law enforcement leader by police officers, community leaders and citizens throughout Lake County.

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