Franklin Co. Sheriff Department has Accident Reconstruction specialist

Deputy Lecher is also an IMPD Leadership Academy graduate

(BROOKVILLE, Ind.) – The Franklin County Sheriff’s Department now has a deputy responsible for accident reconstruction. 

Deputy Brad Lecher has served on the agency since 2004 and recently earned the specialized certification. 

He is the first deputy in department history to hold the certification.

“This advanced certification will allow the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department to independently conduct thorough traffic crash investigations, which in the past required the assistance of the Indiana State Police,” said Major Gregory Mehlbauer. 

With this new expertise, the department is poised to provide enhanced services to the community, ensuring more efficient and detailed crash analysis.

Sheriff Peter Cates said, “Deputy Lecher’s dedication to professional growth is an asset to our department and to the citizens of Franklin County. His certification in Accident Reconstruction will significantly enhance our ability to investigate and resolve traffic-related incidents."