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Sheriff · Cecil County · 2026 Primary
The Sheriff is an elected official responsible for maintaining courthouse security, serving legal documents such as warrants and evictions, and transporting individuals in custody. In many Maryland counties, the Sheriff’s Office also serves as the primary law enforcement agency, conducting patrols and investigating crimes. This office is a key part of the local justice system, ensuring that court orders are enforced and the public is protected.
View all candidates in this raceTodd Creek is a Cecil County law enforcement veteran seeking election as Sheriff in 2026, currently serving as Sergeant and supervisor of the School Resource Unit at the Cecil County Sheriff's Office with over 17 years of experience. A lifelong resident born and raised in Cecil County, he began his patrol career in 2008 before advancing through various units including Child Advocacy Center investigations and Criminal Investigations supervision. Creek emphasizes service, integrity, and safety as core campaign themes, drawing on community involvement ranging from coaching Little League to leading security at the annual Cecil County Fair for over a decade. He completed the New Jersey Association for Chief's of Police Command and Leadership Academy in 2019 and maintains deep roots in the county through family life with his wife Beth and two daughters.
Sources: Campaign website
"Todd Creek is a 17 year veteran of the Cecil County Sheriff's Office, where he currently serves as the Sgt. supervisor of the School Resource Unit."
"He has led security for the Fair for more than a decade, keeping everyone safe while they celebrate the best parts of Cecil County."
"As Sheriff I will stand behind the men and women of Law Enforcement and Corrections, understanding the difficult job they do each day to keep our citizens safe."
Source: toddcreekforsheriff.com
School Safety
Creek plans to double the number of school resource deputies from five to ten if elected, citing school safety as a top concern. He expressed concern over changes to statewide training standards that limited ALICE system drills and hopes to advocate for restoring stronger safety protocols.
“He plans to double the number of school resource deputies from five to ten if elected. He expressed concern over changes to statewide training standards.”
Deputy Recruitment and Retention
Creek highlighted deputy retention and recruitment as a central pillar of his campaign, crediting recent efforts by the department, union, and county officials for achieving competitive compensation. He aims to cultivate long-term commitment among deputies rather than treating the department as a stepping stone.
“He aims to cultivate a long-term commitment among deputies to stay in Cecil County rather than treat the department as a stepping stone.”
Community Policing
Creek plans to strengthen community relationships to identify and solve local problems together through proactive protection and public trust initiatives.
“Strengthen community relationships to identify and solve local problems together.”
Youth Engagement
Creek supports mentorship, after-school programs, and outreach for at-risk youth to prevent criminal involvement through prevention-focused programs like D.A.R.E.
“Support mentorship, after-school programs, and outreach for at-risk youth to prevent criminal involvement.”
External sources report Creek as a Republican lifelong Cecil County resident who emphasizes building upon current Sheriff Scott Adams' leadership while addressing deputy retention through competitive compensation. The Cecil TV interview notes his goal is to double school resource deputies from five to ten and restore stronger safety protocols after state legislation limited ALICE training standards. Maryland Wire coverage highlights his announcement of candidacy in August 2025 with a vision centered on strengthening school and community safety partnerships while maintaining high standards of integrity and professionalism.
“He plans to double the number of school resource deputies from five to ten if elected. He expressed concern over changes to statewide training standards.”
Source“He has led security for the Fair for more than a decade, keeping everyone safe while they celebrate the best parts of Cecil County.”
Source“He aims to cultivate a long-term commitment among deputies to stay in Cecil County rather than treat the department as a stepping stone.”
Source“Support mentorship, after-school programs, and outreach for at-risk youth to prevent criminal involvement.”
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