Va Capitol Police

The Virginia Division of Capitol Police provides progressive law enforcement and security to Virginia's government officials, employees, citizens and visitors.

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The Division of Capitol Police is excited to announce its 4th reaccreditation through VLEPSC. This achievement reflects the professionalism, diligence and commitment our personnel bring to serving Virginia’s seat of government each day! #VLEPSC

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Officer Abughoush is our 2026 Employee of the Second Quarter! He is a dependable officer who provides extraordinary service to the public and is a team-first officer that routinely assists trainees in feeling more confident in patrol operations. Congratulations and great job!

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As we observe #NationalPoliceWeek2026, we honor the courage and dedication of law enforcement officers nationwide, including our own officers serving Virginia’s state government. We pause to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Their service will never be forgotten.

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After over 20 dedicated years of serving the Commonwealth, Officer Ravis has started his next chapter in retirement.

Thank you for wearing your badge with devotion, character, and professionalism all these years. We wish you all the best and will see you around Capitol Square!

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All temporary road closures are now open. You may resume normal activity.

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The following roads are closed temporarily due to a public assembly:
-E Broad St. from 8th St. to 14th St.
-S 14th St. from Broad to Main St.
-W Main St. from 14th to 9th St.
-N 9th St. from Cary St. to Broad St.
-Bank St. from 14th to 9th St.
We will advise on reopenings.

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A no parking notice has been issued by the @CityRichmondVA for Wednesday, April 22 for the Virginia March for Life. Some streets near Capitol Square will be impacted. #repost #RVA

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We proudly celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week to honor the voices behind the headsets and the calm in the chaos.
Our Communications Officers are among the first to respond when help is needed most. Thank you for your tireless service to keep us safe! #NPSTW

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Bank Street from 9th Street to 12th Street is now open.

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A road closure is in effect on Bank Street from 9th Street to 12th Street. Expect delays. Travel disruptions may last for several hours.

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Congratulations to our newly certified K-9s, Echo and Ozzy!
Echo, a former pound pup, is a 3.5 year-old German Shepherd handled by DCP's first part-time civilian handler, Sean Chaulklin. Ozzy, a 1 year-old Belgian Malinois-German Shepherd mix is handled by Officer Sandoval.

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We are excited to welcome our newest Deputy Chief of Administration, Captain Wyatt! With more than 30 years of public safety experience, we believe Captain Wyatt will serve our agency and our stakeholders well.

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Thank you to our @vlepsc accreditors from @HopewellPolice @JMU Police and Campbell County Sheriff's Dept. for spending time with us this week for our onsite reaccreditation review! We appreciate their hard work and efforts during this process.

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Capitol Square will close at 1:00 p.m. today, March 16, due to potential severe weather to protect the public and employees.
The DGS Office of Parking and Badging has opened the 14th and Main Parking Deck to any state parkers who currently park in a surface-level lot.

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Due to the potential for severe weather this afternoon, Executive Branch agencies in the Metro Richmond area will close at 12:00 p.m. today, Monday 16, 2026.  Employees who are eligible to telework are expected to do so. Please contact your agency for more information.

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A heads up from RPD: To accommodate the Shamrock the Block Festival, multiple road closures and no-parking zones will be in effect on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The following areas will be closed to traffic and designated as NO PARKING during this time:

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2026 Severe Weather Awareness Week - Day 1
Watches vs. Warnings

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is issued when severe thunderstorms are possible in and near the watch area. It does not mean that they will occur. It only means they are possible.

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Congratulations to our first Employee of the Quarter of 2026, Screener Andre Williams! His devotion to duty is evident in his reliability, attentiveness, and genuine care for both the safety and experience of everyone who visits Old City Hall. Fantastic job!

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Some of our officers had the honor of attending Chief Justice Cleo E. Powell's investiture yesterday, representing the Division of Capitol Police during a historic moment for Virginia’s judiciary.

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DCP joined Monday night's 18th annual Capitol Square Basketball Classic held @SiegelCenter. Even when the competition gets heated, everyone came together to raise $70k for @VCUMassey and their mission to achieve a future without cancer!