First woman joins Sheboygan SWAT team, inspires others

Amy Brown is a deputy sheriff in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin. She takes pride in serving her hometown. Brown has worked for the Sheriff's Department for nearly ten years. She enjoys the unpredictability of her job. Recently, Brown led a SWAT team training. She is the first woman in the history of Sheboygan County to be a member of the SWAT team. She feels welcomed and supported by her teammates. They see her as an equal, which she greatly appreciates. Brown recently received the Meritorious Service Award during a conference for women police officers. This honor came after she investigated a case of animal abandonment that turned into a serious issue of child neglect, fraud, and identity theft. She felt it was important to dig deeper into the situation. Brown sees her achievements as a chance to represent not only Sheboygan but also women in law enforcement. She believes that women can succeed in this field. “It’s not a man’s world anymore,” she said, encouraging young women to pursue careers in police work.