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HARRISONBURG, Va. – Joe Tucker always knew his would be a life of public service. Volunteering at his local fire house and helping...

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Chief Edwards has served the City of Lynchburg for nearly three decades and most recently as Interim Chief of Police. His career includes leadership...

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These budget items provide one-time funding for a drone trade and replace grant program under DCJS for local law enforcement or other local first...

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After 32 years of service in law enforcement, Colonel Matthew D. Hanley, Superintendent of Virginia State Police, has issued the following...

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Town Manager Todd Day announced in a press release this morning the appointment of William K. Kelly, III as the new Chief of Police for the Town of...

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The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is deeply saddened to announce the line of duty death of Officer Terry Bennett after he was struck by a...

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Colonel David R. Hines has announced his intention to retire from the Office of the Sheriff effective March 31, 2026, following more than 41 years...

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The Leesburg Police Department is pleased to announce that Captain David Smith will be promoted to Deputy Chief of Police, effective Monday,...

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Assistant Chief Anthony Dallman concludes his 31 years of active-duty service on December 16, with his official retirement date set for March 1, 2026.

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Chief Rhoads brings over 25 years of service to the Martinsville Police Department, where he currently serves as Acting Chief of Police. Throughout...

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Leesburg Police Department announces the retirement of Deputy Chief Vanessa Grigsby, the department’s longest-serving member and a pioneering leader...

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Current Vienna Police Chief Jim Morris to Retire Feb. 1; Deputy Chief Dan Janickey Selected Following Nationwide Search

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