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Virginia Sheriffs’ Association
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On Tuesday, October 31, 2018, Deputy Steven W. Tomlinson was honored by the Richmond Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars with their “Law and Order Award.”

In the presence of Deputy Tomlinson’s colleagues, friends and family, Lt. Colonel Guthrie Ashton, Jr., stated, “Deputy Tomlinson is honored for his conspicuously meritorious service as a deputy of the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office. Throughout his tenures of service in the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army and the Sheriff’s Office, he has displayed exceptional dedication to duty, professionalism and patriotism.

Deputy Tomlinson has served Hanover County since 2010 and currently works in the patrol division assigned to midnight shift. He also serves as a field training officer and is a member of the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team. Deputy Tomlinson was recognized for his service and contributions to the Sheriff’s Office, our community and country.

HCSO Deputy Veteran award
Pictured L to R: Lt. Colonel Joseph Tarantino, Lt. Colonel Guthrie H. Ashton, Jr., Deputy Steven W. Tomlinson, Donna Tomlinson