VACP News

Jernigan has been with the Town of Windsor since 2010, most recently serving as the Interim Chief of Police since July 2026.  He has done an...

On September 2, 2026, the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police presented 55 Virginia law enforcement officers with the inaugural Virginia...

The 2026 award presentation recognized agencies, teams, or individuals for extraordinary achievement in and contribution to roadway safety in the...

Officers from Arlington, Fairfax County, James City County, Petersburg, Prince William County, Radford City, Richmond, Shenandoah County, and...

The Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police & Foundation (VACP) today recognized twenty-four Virginia law enforcement executives with the...

Officers from Colonial Heights, Fort Belvoir, Halifax, Hanover County, Henrico County, Manassas City, Prince William County, Richmond, Virginia...

William C. Boyce Jr. was recognized by 2025-26 VACP President Chief John P. Clair (Blacksburg) for his exemplary service to the Virginia law...

Ms. Julie Couch of the Fairfax County Police Department Criminal Justice Academy is recognized with the VACP Award for Outstanding Contribution to...

Albemarle County Police Chief Sean Reeves has announced his retirement, effective October 1, 2026. His decision will conclude a distinguished career...

The Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police recommends that all Virginia law enforcement officers shroud their badges in honor of Appomattox County...

Chief Ellington retires October 1, 2026 after 10 years as chief and nearly 40 years serving the Town of Farmville

Chief Rodney "Dan" Riddle retires after 25 years in law enforcement, reflecting on department changes, challenges, a 2020 traffic stop that drew...