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“The Town conducted an extensive search with the assistance of the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police to identify the individual who would...

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Chief Scott Booth is pleased to announce the hiring of the Roanoke Police Department’s newest Deputy Chief, Michael “Mike” Crawley. Deputy Chief...

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Town Manager Thomas Raab has selected Ronnie Edmonds as the new Chief of Police for the Town of South Boston Police Department. Chief Edmonds has...

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Lieutenant Colonel Eric W. Gowin, a 25-year veteran of the Virginia State Police, previously served as Deputy Director of BASS and replaces...

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Virginia Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day are opportunities to honor the officers who have fallen in the line of duty, recognize the...

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Salem Police Chief Michael Crawley announced his retirement yesterday, effective June 1, 2024. Crawley has served Salem’s citizens as a treasured...

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Purcellville Chief of Police Cynthia McAlister announced she will retire on May 1, 2024, after nearly nine years of service to the Town of...

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Alexandria Police Chief Don Hayes has been tapped for a new assignment at the federal level and will step down from his current post, effective...

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Wiles was selected from among 48 candidates after a national search to replace Scott Booth, who has been credited with drastically reducing crime...

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After a nationwide search, the City of Richmond has named Acting Chief Richard “Rick” Edwards as it's next police chief. Edwards has nearly 24 years...

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Jimmie Wideman, a lifetime Hampton resident and experienced leader in law enforcement, has been named Hampton's new police chief.

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Chief (Ret) Charles Martin Peery, Jr., 69, of New Market, VA passed away June 19, 2023 at the University of Virginia Medical Center.

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