Kentucky Tactical Officers Association

President –Lieutenant Tony Cobaugh

Tony Cobaugh began his career in criminal justice in 1977. He has served 27 years in law enforcement and 5 years in corrections. Tony became a KLEC-certified police instructor in 1980. He has 22  years of SWAT experience. Currently, Tony serves as the, river unit and SWAT commander for the Louisville Metro Police Department.
 
Immediate Past President and Founder Lieutenant Rodney Sherrod

Lieutenant Rodney Sherrod has been with the Lexington Division of Police for 11 years and currently serves as the Assistant Commander of the Emergency Response Unit and the Training Section. Lieutenant Sherrod has been with the Emergency Response Unit for 10 years and has been exposed to nearly 300 separate activations. He has a Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Kentucky University and is currently working towards his Masters Degree. Lieutenant Sherrod holds several teaching certifications through the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council.

Vice President – Matt Mitchell

Secretary - Rob Richardson

Lieutenant Richardson is a 15 year veteran of Law Enforcement and currently serves as his department’s Training and Professional Standards Commander.  He is the current team leader for the departments Tactical Response Unit with 13 years of experience on the team.  Lieutenant Richardson has a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Easter Kentucky University and is a graduate of the Department of Criminal Justice Academy of Police Supervision and Criminal Justice Executive Development.  He is also a 2007 graduate of the F.B.I. National Academy (Session 230) and holds instructor certification through the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council. 

Treasurer –Bruce Button

14 years Law Enforcement, Lexington PD: 4 years  Kentucky State Police :10 years Post 12: 5 years SRT: 5 years

 Northern Regional Director – Roger Allen

Southeastern Regional Director –Mike Crawford

Lt. Mike Crawford has 18 years law enforcement experience including 13 years serving on a tactical team.  Currently serves as D-Team Watch commander and Team Commander of the SRT for the Ashland Police Department. Previously been assigned as a sniper and entry team member.  Specialties include Active Shooter Instructor, Sniper Instructor and advanced level firearms instructor.  Lt. Crawford is a Veteran of the US Air Force. 

Central Regional Director - Jeremy Slinker

14 years experience, all with KSP.  7 years at Post 7 Richmond, 7 years with the KSP Special Response Team.  Current Team Leader.  KLEC Instructor

Western Regional Director-Chris Castlen

Training Director – Fritz Graas