Howard County Republicans have drafted a Baltimore City detective who investigates shootings to run for sheriff, using a special provision that allows for late filings in campaign races.

Tim Galt, 37, of Marriottsville, will seek to unseat current Sheriff Charles Cave in a three-way race. The filing deadline for primary elections was July 3.

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