Ed McMahon receives ‘Sheriff of the Year’ award from Torch Run for Special Olympics

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — New Hanover County Sheriff Ed McMahon has received a special honor.

McMahon was named ‘Sheriff of the Year’ by the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.

“We’re incredibly proud of his dedication to supporting and uplifting our Special Olympics community,” a statement read.

Ed McMahon has been Sheriff of New Hanover County since 2009.