Virginia Sheriffs

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Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our nation in the United States Armed Forces. The VSA extends its deepest gratitude to all veterans for their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to our country. Thank you for your service, today and every day.

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The York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office has launched ConfirmOK, a free program that gives seniors a daily check-in call. If a participant doesn’t answer, our deputies will follow up. A wonderful way to give our seniors & their loved ones more peace of mind.
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Congratulations to Sheriff Tim Carter and the Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office on being named a Certified Crime Prevention Community! This is a first for the county, and it puts them in a group of just 19 communities across the Commonwealth. 🎉

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Sheriffs' offices in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Chesapeake are strengthening regional partnerships through quarterly coordination meetings. 🤝 These conversations help neighboring agencies work together to better serve their communities.

Read more: https://t.co/OvFUPTSsyg

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The VSA joins the Henry County Sheriff's Office in mourning the loss of K-9 Raja💙 For 6 years, Raja served alongside her handler, Sgt. Corey Waddell, protecting her community. Thank you for your dedicated service, Raja. Rest easy, girl. 🐾
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Congratulations to Charlottesville Sheriff James Brown on his reappointment as Chair of the National Sheriffs’ Association’s Court Security, Transportation of Prisoners, and Civil Process Committee! Read more: https://t.co/EzvLExetYU
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Hey Virginia - Seeing double means trouble if you’re behind the wheel.👯 Even one drink can crash your Halloween party. Plan for a sober ride. 🚗 Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.

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🎉 Congratulations to the Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office on two wins: a 2026 HEAT Award at the VSA Annual Conference and a $2,500 TRIAD Grant from the Virginia Attorney General’s Office to support community outreach. Well deserved!

Read more: https://t.co/ghAMtuSXnV

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The Halifax County Sheriff’s Office is mourning K-9 Maddy, who passed away unexpectedly on Oct. 9 after a medical emergency. Maddy served alongside Corporal Thomas Moore for more than three years. Rest easy, Maddy💙

Read more: https://t.co/fwQKzIXpMe

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🎉 Sheriffs Joe Baron (Norfolk), Karen Bowden (Hampton), and David Miles (Suffolk) recently joined the Norfolk State University Homecoming Parade! Bowden and Miles are proud NSU alumni.

Thank you for your support!

Read more: https://t.co/rw77XyJr4v

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Congrats to Investigator Phillip Flint of the Rockbridge County and Lexington City Sheriff’s Office, named a VA State Police Drug Task Force Officer of the Year! Sharing the honor with Investigator Christopher Floyd of Buena Vista PD for their work. https://t.co/zYy6MafZ2t

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The Dickenson County Sheriff's Office, Clintwood Police Department, and VA State Police recently wrapped up a months-long drug enforcement operation, resulting in 46 arrests and 185 charges. The investigation is ongoing.

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The Norfolk Sheriff's Office has launched its new Family Support Services Unit. It connects incarcerated individuals, their families, and community partners, with a focus on communication, resources, and successful reentry.

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Sheriff M.E. Sampson has retired from the Middlesex County Sheriff's Office where he rose to serve as Sheriff. Thank you for a career built on service, leadership, and friendship.
Join us in welcoming Sheriff Christopher Easter, appointed October 1👏
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Isle of Wight County Sheriff James R. Clarke Jr. has been appointed vice chairman of the VA Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission, which supports professionalism and accountability through state standards and accreditation.
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Loudoun County Sheriff Mike Chapman reports 122 e-bike-related ER visits this year, with 10- to 14-year-olds among the most affected. Parents: please talk with your kids about the importance of wearing helmets and practicing safe riding.
Read more: https://t.co/9DST54yFD6

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The Virginia Sheriffs' Association mourns the loss of Pittsylvania County Sheriff's Office K-9 Ruger, who passed away on Sept. 26. A beloved bloodhound who joined the office in 2016, Ruger spent years helping find the lost in his community.♥️🐾
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Congratulations to Warren County Sheriff Crystal M. Cline on her appointment to the Virginia Task Force on Fentanyl and Heroin Enforcement! She will help bring a sheriff's voice to the fight against fentanyl across the Commonwealth. Read the full story: https://t.co/XNaR6Z4IGO

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⏰ Last chance to shop! The Virginia Sheriffs’ Merch Market closes tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 2!

Shop our limited-time collection of Virginia Sheriffs’ apparel and merchandise before the store closes and save 10% with code FALL10 at checkout.

Shop now: https://t.co/Qr5Fhm3m9T

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Complaints about hunting dogs are up in Virginia, but instead of waiting on new legislation, county sheriffs are stepping in. DWR's "neighbor-to-neighbor" model, brings hunters and landowners together to work out conflicts directly.

Read more: https://t.co/vEDKYn5Zgi