MIKE CRAWFORD
TOUGHER THAN LIGHTNING, AND DEDICATED TO SERVING AND PROTECTING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!
Mike Crawford is a God-fearing Patriot and a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. From New Mexico to England to Arizona, Mike has had a dedicated life of service and he is not done! As a firefighter, United States Air Force Veteran, and law enforcement officer, Mike is focused on serving and protecting you and your family. Mike is dedicated to protecting and defending your Constitutional rights and liberties.
HIS EARLY YEARS
Mike was born and raised in New Mexico. He served as a volunteer firefighter while in high school. During spring break of his senior year, Mike enlisted in the United States Air Force. He was a Crew Chief on KC-135s. In 1991, he completed the Non-Commissioned Officer Preparatory Course and was promoted to Sergeant. Mike was station in England at RAF Mildenhall where he served during the bombing of Gaddafi in Libya, the fall of the Berlin Wall, the end of the Cold War and Desert Storm.
On July 10, 1991, it was a dark and stormy night (actually it was during the day), Mike was on a temporary duty assignment at Patrick Air Force Base in Florida. Mike was on the flight line working on his aircraft when he was struck by lightning. This is the day that God changed Mike's path and focused him on serving in law enforcement.
HIS LAW ENFORCEMENT YEARS
After Mike was struck by lightning, he received an honorable discharge from the United States Air Force and began his law enforcement career. Mike returned to New Mexico to join the San Juan County Sheriff's Office. Mike graduated from the New Mexico State Police Academy. He honorably served as a Sheriff's Deputy in the following roles and divisions:
- Patrol Deputy
- Special Agent in the Drug Enforcement Administration, Region II Narcotics Taskforce
- Extradition Fugitive Deputy
In 1997, Mike was hired on with the Glendale Police Department where he honorably served as in the following roles and divisions:
- Police Officer in the Patrol, Special Operations and Vehicular Crimes
- Motorcycle Officer in the Traffic Division
- Police Instructor
- Field Training Officer
- Motor Instructor
In 2021, Mike retired after serving as a Firefighter, in the United States Air Force and in Law Enforcement with over 37 years of service to his community and Country. Mike is not done and is looking forward to serving you as the Sheriff of Maricopa County.
HIS FAMILY
Mike is a God-fearing Patriot. Mike is married to his wife Jamie. Together, they have three children, six grandchildren, and two puppies. They are proud to call Glendale, Arizona their home. Mike and his wife can often be found working on hot rods, off-roading or spending time with family and friends.
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MIKE CRAWFORD
TOUGHER THAN LIGHTNING, AND DEDICATED TO SERVING AND PROTECTING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!