The Virginian-Pilot
                             THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT 
              Copyright (c) 1996, Landmark Communications, Inc.

DATE: Tuesday, February 27, 1996             TAG: 9602270011
SECTION: FRONT                    PAGE: A10  EDITION: FINAL 
TYPE: Letter 
                                             LENGTH: Short :   24 lines

SMEARING MCCABE

I am responding to the news (Feb. 16) regarding Sheriff Robert McCabe.

It is true that the suing of officials by dishonest individuals with fabricated allegations is not unfamiliar in our society. The purpose is intimidation, revenge and financial gain. In this case, it's an attempt to discredit an honest family man like Sheriff McCabe.

I ran with Sheriff McCabe in the elections of 1993. I've known the sheriff for quite a few years. I believe in Sheriff McCabe's honesty, integrity and professionalism. He is totally dedicated to his family and his job.

CHEVY R. SHIVAEE

Norfolk, Feb. 19, 1996 by CNB