NewsVoice of San DiegoAugust 29, 2026San Diego
Former San Diego Sheriff's Deputy Convicted of Sexual Assault Hired as Chaplain for Police Fellowship
Former Sheriff's Deputy Ricky Fischer, who previously pleaded guilty to crimes involving the sexual assault of citizens, has been hired as a chaplain for a San Diego-based Christian fellowship that provides counseling to police officers. This appointment occurs two years after the conclusion of the final civil litigation against him regarding his conduct as an officer.
Read the full story at Voice of San DiegoWhy It Matters
The hiring of a convicted former officer to a position providing counseling to active-duty police raises questions regarding the vetting and professional standards of the fellowship organization.
Key Facts
- Ricky Fischer is a former Sheriff's Deputy.
- Fischer previously pleaded guilty to crimes related to the sexual assault of citizens.
- The final civil case against Fischer was settled two years ago.
- Fischer has been hired as a chaplain for a San Diego-based Christian fellowship.
- The fellowship organization provides counseling services to police officers.
Who's Mentioned
personMisty Cedrun“Vice President of the Christian Law Enforcement Fellowship”personRicky Fischer“Former Sheriff's Deputy convicted of sexual assault of citizens.”personRichard Fischer“Former San Diego Sheriff’s deputy convicted of sexual assault and current chapla”organizationChristian Law Enforcement Fellowship“Nonprofit organization providing support to law enforcement in San Diego County”personKelly Martinez“Current San Diego County Sheriff”organizationVoice of San Diego“The news outlet reporting the story.”personDave Myers“Former Sheriff’s Office employee and candidate for Sheriff”personJerry Hara“President of the Christian Law Enforcement Fellowship”locationSan Diego“Location of the Christian fellowship organization.”