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RCSO Participates in the Special Olympics “Cover the Cruiser” Fundraiser Event
The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) recently partnered with Wawa under the leadership of Sheriff Dr. Antionette V. Irving for the annual Special Olympics “Wawa with the Law – Cover the Cruiser” fundraising event. Community members donated funds to support year-round sports, health programs, and leadership training for thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities in…
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Petersburg Sheriff’s Office Partners with Community Leaders to Launch Safety and Back-to-School Initiative
As students across the region prepare to return to the classroom, the Petersburg Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce a collaborative new initiative aimed at ensuring a safe, supported, and successful academic year for the youth of our community. In a concerted effort to foster a positive environment for our children, the Sheriff’s Office has…
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RCSO Issues Forklift Training Certificates to 14 Inmates
The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) is proud to announce that 14 inmates have successfully completed Forklift Training Parts 1 and 2 and have received their official certificates. This achievement highlights RCSO’s continued commitment to providing skill‑building and workforce‑readiness programs that support successful reentry. Sheriff Dr. Antionette V. Irving and the Programs Division staff commend…
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Petersburg Sheriff’s Office Recognizes Summer Interns
The Petersburg Sheriff’s Office proudly participated in the Petersburg City Summer Youth Internship Program, providing two outstanding young men, Shawntez Clanton and Roynal Pegram, with the opportunity to gain firsthand experience in law enforcement and public service. Throughout the internship, Shawntez and Roynal worked alongside Sheriff’s Office personnel, learning about the day-to-day operations of the…
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RCSO Participates in the 5th Annual Back to School Event
The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) was proud to participate in the 5th Annual Back to School Event at the Hair Palace Beauty Supply Store. The coordinators cooked out on the grill and distributed backpacks with school supplies to each child. Also, children were able to get haircuts and hair styles for back to school. RCSO staff…
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King George Deputies Help Students Start School Strong
The King George Sheriff’s Office was honored to participate in the King George YMCA Bright Beginnings program on Aug 3rd and Aug 5th joining fellow county employees and volunteers to include King George Cheer Squad to help local children prepare for the upcoming school year! Together, we had the privilege of shopping with over 90…
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An “Impact & Mission” Focus: Inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders Petersburg Sheriff’s Office Hosts 2026 Law Enforcement Camp
The Petersburg Sheriff’s Office continues its commitment to community outreachthrough the successful completion of the 2026 Law Enforcement Camp. Held from July20–24 at the Petersburg Public Library, the camp served as a bridge between the badgeand the youth of our city. The curriculum went beyond basic instruction, focusing on the core tenets of publicservice, leadership,…
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Prospective VSI membership letters to be mailed in August 2026
In response to the need for improved, widespread public safety awareness and to assist local sheriffs in protecting the lives and property of citizens throughout Virginia, the Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute (VSI) has announced a campaign that encourages Commonwealth of Virginia residents to become ‘Associate’ and ‘Business’ members of the VSI. Membership appeals will be mailed…
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RCSO Hosts Successful American Red Cross Blood Drive
The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) proudly partnered with the American Red Cross to host a community blood drive on Friday, July 31st, bringing together staff, volunteers, and residents to support a vital public health mission. Nearly 30 donors participated, helping collect over 30 units of blood—enough to potentially save up to 90 lives. Throughout the event, deputies…
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Carroll County Student Receives Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute Scholarship
The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office congratulates Laiken Burnett on being selected as the recipient of a 2026-2027 Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute Scholarship Award! Sheriff Kevin Kemp was honored to present Laiken with this $1,000 scholarship at the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday, August 5. Laiken plans to continue her education while pursuing a career in…
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RCSO Participates in the 18th Annual Ray Neblett’s ICB Basketball Camp
The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) was proud to participate in the 18th Annual Ray Neblett’s Inner City Basketball (ICB) Camp, an event dedicated to supporting local youth through mentorship, teamwork, and positive engagement. This year’s camp brought together community leaders, volunteers, and young athletes from across the city for a week of life skills…
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RCSO Participates in Fundraiser to Help Children Battling Cancer
The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) proudly joined forces with CBS Channel 6 to support this year’s Anthem LemonAid Stand fundraiser, an annual community tradition dedicated to benefit children battling cancer at the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU. Together, RCSO staff and CBS Channel 6 volunteers sold a cup of lemonade for $1 to…