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  • Missing 5-year-old found safe

    At approximately 5 PM on the evening of April 22, 2025, the Halifax County E911 center received a call regarding a missing five-year-old in the Omega area.   The Halifax County Sheriff’s Office was promptly notified, and responded to the scene with canine units. Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources and the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office were…

  • “Dignity on the Go” Brings Vital Services to Richmond Residents

    The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office is proud to partner with St. Paul’s Baptist Church, Richmond’s First Baptist Church, and the Baptist General Association of Virginia to provide mobile showers and essential resources each week at St. Paul’s Church on Belt Boulevard in South Richmond. Now in its fourth week, the “Dignity on the Go” initiative…

  • Chesapeake Sheriff’s Office Celebrates 1st Quarter Service Award Honorees

    Join the Chesapeake Sheriff’s Office in honoring the recipients of its 1st Quarter Service Awards! On Monday, April 21, Sheriff Dave Rosado, alongside Undersheriff Christopher Pascal, acknowledged various promotions and accomplishments, including Years of Service, Community Service, Awards of Excellence, Deputy/Civilian of the Quarter, and Civilian of the Year. We’d like to take a moment…

  • King George County Sheriff’s Office Celebrates Promotions 

    After undergoing some reorganization of duty assignments, the King George County Sheriff’s Office asks that you join us in celebrating Chad Conn on his promotion to Lieutenant of Patrol Division for King George Sheriff’s Office. Lt. Conn has been serving as the First Sergeant of Patrol and is ready for this new challenge. Lt. Conn will be working…

  • Scott County Sheriff’s Office Introduces Wellness and Security Reassurance Program

    The Scott County Sheriff’s Office recently began using a new tool to help enhance the safety and well-being of residents through the Wellness and Security Reassurance Program, offered via the Sheriff Alert System. This automated phone call service is designed to check in daily with elderly individuals or others who may benefit from regular wellness…

  • Virginia Beach Sheriff’s Office holds Promotional Ceremony 

    The Virginia Beach Sheriff’s Office (VBSO) held a Promotion Ceremony on April 3, 2025, at Virginia Beach City Hall. Six deputy sheriffs with combined service totaling 87 years received promotions under Sheriff Rocky Holcomb. Sheriff Rocky Holcomb kept his remarks focused on those being promoted and their families. “To the families here today, I want…

  • Chesterfield County Honors Sheriffs Past and Present at Historic Courthouse 

    Chesterfield County recently unveiled a new plaque commemorating every sheriff who has served the county since 1749. The plaque, now installed in the historic 1917 courthouse, features the names and years of service of each Chesterfield County Sheriff, recognizing their dedication to public safety and community service throughout the centuries. The Chesterfield County Board of…

  • Hampton Sheriff’s Office Announces Newest Promotions 

    Sheriff Bowden and the Hampton Sheriff’s Office are proud to announce the newest staff promotions. Sergeant I. Manley-Lee has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Sergeant M. King has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. We congratulate them both on their accomplishments!

  • Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office Promotes Chris Wade to Sergeant

    The Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the promotion of Chris Wade to the rank of Sergeant. Sgt. Wade has consistently demonstrated professionalism, leadership, and a strong commitment to serving both Rockbridge County and the City of Lexington. His dedication to the mission of our office and his care for the community make…

  • Petersburg Sheriff Vanessa Crawford Honored as a Trailblazer by the African American Women’s Museum of Art and History

    The African American Women’s Museum of Art and History had its 2nd annual Sneaker Ball in which Sheriff Vanessa Crawford was honored as one of the trailblazers in her community. The museum, founded by Mary Dance, was established to pay tribute to the rich and diverse history of African American women, individuals who have often…

  • Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office Locates Missing Person: A Project Lifesaver Success Story

    At 3:15 AM on March 18, 2025, Fauquier County Emergency Communications Center dispatchers received a call from the daughter and caregiver of a 91-year-old male. She reported that she had searched the entire home but could not find her father. And the back door was left open. Her father, she explained, suffers from dementia and…

  • Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Captain Makes History as First Person from NSO to Attend FBI National Academy

    Congratulations to Captain H. Richardson who has successfully completed the FBI National Academy and graduated on Thursday, March 13th, as part of the 293rd Session. Captain Richardson is the first person from the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office to attend the FBI National Academy and is making history during this Women’s History Month! Throughout the 10-week program, which…