Welcome to My Campaign Page
Thank you for visiting and taking the time to learn more about me and my campaign for Sheriff of Madison County.
My name is Brian Bell, and I am proud to have dedicated over 34 years of service in law enforcement to the citizens of this community. I began my career in the jail as a civilian Jail Officer and worked my way up through the ranks to Major. I served as Major under the leadership of the late Sheriff Ron Richardson. In 2022, I retired as the Evening Shift Captain of the Madison County Sheriff’s Department.
Throughout my career, I have believed in earning respect through hard work, accountability, and leadership. In 2003, I graduated from the FBI Law Enforcement Leadership Program at the FBI Academy — an experience that strengthened my commitment to professional policing and ethical leadership.
I am running for Sheriff because Madison County deserves a working sheriff — one who leads from the front, supports deputies, and serves the citizens with integrity, transparency, and honesty.
Public safety is not just a job to me — it is a calling. I will work every day to ensure the Madison County Sheriff’s Department operates with professionalism, accountability, and a clear focus on protecting our families, businesses, and neighborhoods.
I humbly ask for your support and your vote. Vote for Brian Bell, Republican candidate, to be your next working Madison County Sheriff. Together, we can protect our community and strengthen the future of Madison County.
Respectfully,
Brian Bell
Republican Candidate for Sheriff
Madison County, Indiana
Meet the Candidate
Leadership Roles
- Chief Deputy 2006 – 2013
- Madison County Sheriff Dept. SWAT Team Commander
- Patrol Captain
- Patrol Lieutenant
- Patrol Sergeant
- Jail Sergeant
Certifications and Degrees
- Certifications & Degrees
- Associate of Science in Criminal Justice (Honors Graduate)
- Graduate of FBI National Academy, 2003
- Graduate of Indiana Law Enforcement Academy
- New Sheriff’s School, 2006 & 2010
- Graduate of Madison County Leadership Academy 2012
Involvement
- Indiana Department of Education School Safety Specialist Committee
- Madison County Federal Credit Union Supervisory Board
- Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #48
- FBI Academy Associates
- Indiana SWAT Officers Association
- Indiana Sheriffs Association
- National Sheriffs Association
Personal
- Life long resident of Madison County
- Daughters: Brianna (Sam) Feola and Ashley Bell
- Local Business Owner
Accomplishments
- Law Enforcement Officer of the Year; 2017
- Crime Buster Award; 2007, 2010, 2012
- Combat Cross 2010
- Letter of Commendation 2005, 2008, 2011
- Letter Of Appreciation 2005
- Heroism Award from Anderson Fire Department 2003
- Officer of the Year Nominee 1997
Support
Running a successful county-wide campaign requires significant resources. This race for County Sheriff is about proven leadership—leadership built on experience, sound judgment, and a deep understanding of the responsibilities of the Sheriff’s Office.
Our community deserves a Sheriff who is prepared to lead from day one, support our deputies, and protect our citizens with integrity and professionalism. Sharing that message across the county takes resources, and I respectfully ask you to consider contributing to the Committee to Elect Brian Bell for Sheriff.
Your support will help us communicate our vision of experienced, steady leadership through outreach, events, and voter engagement efforts.
I sincerely appreciate your encouragement, your ideas, and your financial support as we work together toward victory in 2026.
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Nicole Jackley, Treasurer
