News & Announcements
VACP Installs 2009-2010 Board of Officers
August 12, 2009 | VACP
Colonel Richard J. Rappoport, City of Fairfax Police Chief, completes term as VACP President;Chief M. Douglas Scott, Arlington County Police Chief, becomes 2009-2010 President
The Honorable Robert F. Horan Selected to Receive Outstanding Contribution to Law Enforcement Award
August 11, 2009 | Virginia News
The Honorable Robert F. Horan, retired Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney, was honored on August 11, 2009 with the VACP/VPCF Outstanding Contribution to Law Enforcement Award. The award was presented during the Valor Awards Banquet of the VACP Annual Conference. The Outstanding Contribution to Law Enforcement Award recognizes one person’s conspicuous act or achievement in the performance of a duty that results in an exceptional and responsible contribution to law enforcement.2009 VACP President’s Award Presented to Henrico Police Chief Henry W. Stanley, Jr.
August 11, 2009 | VACP
Henrico County Police Chief Henry W. Stanley, Jr., was honored on August 11th with the 2009 President’s Award at the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police Annual Awards Banquet in Newport News. VACP 2008-2009 President, Fairfax City Police Chief Rick Rappoport, presented the award to Chief Stanley for his many years of service to Virginia law enforcement.Senator Ken Stolle Receives Special Recognition from the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police
August 11, 2009 | VACP
The Honorable Kenneth Stolle, State Senator from Virginia Beach, received a special recognition on August 11, 2009, from the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. The recognition was presented at the Valor Awards Banquet at the annual conference of the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police, held this year at the Newport News Marriott at City Center in Newport News, Virginia.2008 Virginia Law Enforcement Challenge Awards Presented
August 10, 2009 | VACP
The Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police (VACP) on August 10, 2009 presented the 2008 Virginia Law Enforcement Challenge awards for the best traffic safety programs in the state. The awards luncheon was held during the VACP’s 84th Annual Training Conference at the Marriott City Center in Newport News, VA.2009 VACP Annual Conference Convenes in Newport News
August 10, 2009 | VACP
The 84th annual conference of the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police convenes Monday morning in Newport News at the beautiful Marriott at City Center. The VACP extends heartfelt thanks to Chief Jim Fox and the Newport News Police Department for helping to plan this professional training conference. Chief Fox and his staff have worked tirelessly this year to plan both a unique training program and some enjoyable evening activities on Sunday and Monday.Woodstock chief says ‘it’s time’ to retire
August 6, 2009 | Virginia News
After 35 years with the Woodstock Police Department, Chief Jerry Miller's reason for retiring is simple.Miller, who started as a patrol officer in 1974 and became chief in 1981, will retire at the end of the year. His last day with the department will be Dec. 31, he said, and he'll "continue to work like always" until then.
Salem Police Chief James R. Bryant Announces His Retirement
August 3, 2009 | Virginia News
It is the end of an era for Salem and in particular, the City’s Police Department.After 43 years of distinguished public service, Salem Police Chief James R. Bryant announced this morning that he is retiring, effective November 1, 2009.
“I’ve had a great career and I’ve really enjoyed coming to work each and every day, but police work is a young man’s job, and it’s just time,” says Bryant.
