VACP News

The VACP today recognized eight Virginia law enforcement executives with the designation of VACP Certified Law Enforcement Chief Executive or...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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

On December 4, 2025, Chief Sibert along with members of his staff met with the review board in Charlottesville Virginia and became the 115th...