BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Chautauqua County Undersheriff Richard Telford has died. He was 54. Chautauqua County announced his death on Tuesday. He was described as a highly respected public figure who stood for integrity, service and care for the people. "Undersheriff Telford was a remarkable leader, a dedicated public servant, and a colleague many of us were honored to work alongside," said Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel in a statement. "His commitment to our community and impact on all of us will never be forgotten." Latest Local News UB resident physicians’ union to provide update on contract negotiations Chautauqua County Undersheriff dead at 54 Buffalo school bus safety program to be enforced starting next week ‘Home Alone’ star Macaulay Culkin coming to Shea’s in November Faces of the franchise: These former Sabres coming to new Alumni Plaza mural Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini joined the News 4 team in 2024 as a Digital Video Producer. She is a graduate of Chatham University.