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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...

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

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...

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

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...

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...

Rockbridge County resident Justin Doll, a retired police chief from Alaska, became the consultant for the City of Lexington. As he went through the...

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...

Chief Dean’s last day will be Feb. 26; recommends promoting from within

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

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.

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