“To clear up the rumors: Randy is stepping down as Chief Criminal Deputy because prefers patrol work and being out on the road,” Kari Wiegardt said in the statement. He told Sheriff Garcia he would commit to serving four years in that role, and he honored that commitment.” This decision isn’t about a lack of support for the sheriff’s office or Sheriff Garcia. We continue to support Sheriff Garcia and appreciate everything he’s done for our community,” Wiegardt added. The sheriff’s office at the moment only has two funded sergeants.