Sumter County Sheriff's Office
Roddrick Winnick is an experienced professional with a diverse background in law enforcement and management. Currently serving as a Police Officer at The University of West Alabama and a Deputy Sheriff for the Sumter County Sheriff's Office, Roddrick has held various roles in public safety, including positions at Clarke County Sheriff's Office and Shelby County Sheriff's Office. In the fitness industry, Roddrick excels as a General Manager and Trainer at Charter Fitness, overseeing club operations and member support. Roddrick's earlier experience includes military service in the US Army focusing on logistics, as well as administrative roles at Denson and Associates. Currently pursuing a degree in Business Management at Stillman College, Roddrick demonstrates a strong commitment to professional growth and community service.
Sumter County Sheriff's Office
The Victim Advocate program has been in effect since November 7, 2005 providing crisis intervention and supportive measures to victims of crime. The majority of cases handled by the Advocate involve sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, homicide, or other serious injury cases. The Victim Advocate’s primary focus is that of the victim or the victim’s family’s emotional, physical, and financial needs. These needs are addressed by acting as a liaison for victims with Law Enforcement, the State Attorney’s Office, and the Court. The advocate provides assistance with crime’s compensation, transportation, counseling, and shelter, injunctions for protection, loaner cellular phones, referrals, and informational brochures on victim related topics. Melissa Kunz is the current Victim Advocate for the Sumter County Sheriff's Office and is on call 24 hours a day – 7 days a week. She has recently become a member of the death review team for children and participates in weekly staff meetings on problem child abuse cases at the Department of Children and Families and attends the Community Task Force on Sexual and Domestic Violence monthly. Melissa collaborates on issues to improve services in our county for rape, domestic violence, and child abuse cases routinely updating and distributing service provider lists and resources. Melissa can be reached at (352) 793-0278 extension 2379.