Republican Sheriff Luke Fleener was re-elected as sheriff of Webster County Tuesday, defeating Libertarian candidate Trevir Michehl.

Fleener won with 9,773 votes to Michehl’s 5,696 votes.

Fleener was first elected to the role in 2020, succeeding Sheriff Jim Stubbs.

“I’m excited that the citizens of Webster County believed in me,” said Fleener. “I think it’s important to recognize that it takes commitment and experience to do this job.”

With 35 years of experience in law enforcement, Fleener said his goal for the upcoming term is to “continue to do what we’re doing and move forward as a county.”

On the campaign trail, Fleener, a 30 year veteran of the Webster County Sheriff’s Department, said his top priorities are to continue to provide all employees with the best training, equipment, and opportunities so they can best serve the citizens of Webster County.

“This job takes dedication and experience,” said Fleener. “Our future is bright. We have a great team in place and will continue to work hard for the citizens of Webster County.”

In addition to serving as sheriff, Fleener is also a member of the board of directors of the Iowa State Sheriffs and Deputies Association, and is a member of the Iowa Narcotics Officers Association, the Iowa Law Enforcement Intelligence Network, and the Community & Family Resources Opioid Task Force.