Chad Spence Archives

Brittany Shank case: Sheriff adds two investigators, partners with Michigan State Police for ‘fresh look,’ father says

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August 22, 2025

Brittany Shank's father, Greg Wallace, said St. Joseph County Sheriff Chad Spence and members of his command staff told him Thursday the county will work jointly with an MSP detective to re-examine the case file from the beginning, with "fresh eyes" from both agencies. Thursday's developments come almost seven years after Shank, 23, vanished on November 30, 2018 following a crash along Fawn River Road near Sturgis.

Missing kayaker found safe on Fawn River after multi-agency search

By Watershed Voice

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News

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July 3, 2025

As the busy holiday weekend approaches, officials are reminding residents and visitors to prioritize water safety while enjoying local rivers and lakes

St. Joseph County Victim Services Unit marks 25 years of service

By Najifa Farhat

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News

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May 14, 2025

The gathering honored the unit’s longevity and its founder, Maxine Kennedy, who has coordinated the program since its inception.

Chad Spence focused on rebuilding trust, implementing mental health program as St. Joseph County Sheriff

By Najifa Farhat

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News

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March 4, 2025

“The last couple of years were confusing for everybody, not just the sheriff’s office but the community too,” Spence said in an interview with Watershed Voice. “The biggest part of my job is to regain that trust.”

Chad Spence sworn in as St. Joseph County Sheriff

By Frank Stanko

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Sturgis

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January 3, 2025

“To our citizens, I pledge to lead the sheriff’s office with integrity and compassion,” he says.

‘I turned to you when no one else was listening’: Brittany Shank’s father ‘woefully disappointed’ in St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners

By Frank Stanko

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Sturgis

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November 21, 2024

Greg Wallace wants his daughter's case given to the department with "more resources and much more empathy," he stated to the county board.

St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office, Michigan State Police will meet, Chad Spence says

By Frank Stanko

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Local

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September 20, 2024

It’s possible that both agencies will collaborate again on the Brittany Shank case. "I want justice for her," St. Joseph County's presumptive next sheriff said.