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ST. JOSEPH — After 40 years in law enforcement, the last 22 as sheriff, Berrien County Sheriff Paul Bailey confirmed Friday he intends to retire at the end of 2023.

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While he has not formally announced his retirement, Bailey said he announced over a year ago at a meeting in Niles Township that he would not run for reelection in 2024.

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