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VA Chiefs of Police

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The Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police & Foundation is the professional membership organization for Virginia's law enforcement executives.

 Richmond, VA
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Joined November 2009
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Congratulations to our friend, former @RichmondPolice / current @boulderpolice PIO Dionne Waugh, on her @TheIACP Leadership in Public Information Management Award!!
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Congratulations to Dionne Waugh from the @bouldercolorado Police Department, winner of the IACP Leadership in Public Information Management Award. #IACP2026
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VACP Statement on the Responsible Use of Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) Technology vachiefs.org/news/vacp-state…
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Buckle up, Virginia… seat belts absolutely save lives.
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More than 9,700 passenger vehicle occupants killed in crashes were not wearing seat belts in 2024. Buckling up only takes a second — and it could save your life!
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The VACP recommends that all Va. law enforcement officers shroud their badges in honor of Appomattox Co. Sheriff's Deputy Burlie W. Duvall III who lost his life in the line of duty on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Shrouding is recommended through the day of funeral services, TBD.
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BREAKING NEWS: The Appomattox County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of one of its own after he was killed in the line of duty on Thursday. bit.ly/45IBcUu
Appomattox County deputy killed in line of duty while helping at scene of 8-vehicle crash

Appomattox County deputy killed in line of duty while helping at scene of 8-vehicle crash

The Appomattox County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of one of its own after he was killed in the line of duty on Thursday.

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.@GovernorVA's Flag Order for Friday, June 5 in Memory and Respect of Carroll County Sheriff's Office Deputy Logan Utt
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Carroll County Sheriff Kevin Kemp has identified the fallen officer as Deputy Logan Utt, a military veteran who joined the office in 2023. Please keep Deputy Utt’s family in your prayers.
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The VACP recommends that all Va. law enforcement officers shroud their badges in honor of the Carroll Co. Sheriff's Deputy who lost his life in the line of duty on Friday, May 29, 2026. vachiefs.org/news/vacp-recom…
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Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police Announces Cory McGookin as New Executive Director FULL RELEASE: vachiefs.org/news/virginia-a…
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Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police Executive Director Dana G. Schrad to Retire This Month After 30 Years FULL RELEASE: vachiefs.org/news/virginia-a…
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Congratulations to VSP Trooper John Winebrenner… 2025 @TheIACP/@MotoSolutions Trooper of the Year!!!! @VSPPIO
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Trooper Winebrenner was one of 4 finalists for the 2025 Trooper of the Year and represented the North Atlantic region. theiacp.org/news/blog-post/m…
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The VACP recommends all Va. LEOs shroud their badges in honor of @DCPoliceDept Officer Terry Bennett, EOW: 1/7/2026. Shrouding is recommended through the day of funeral services, TBD. vachiefs.org/news/vacp-recom…
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The VACP is working with @ChuckDeWeese to bring an Oral Fluid Summit to Virginia in the spring! #endimpaireddriving
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Our traffic safety specialist @ChuckDeWeese presented at an oral fluid summit in Fayetteville, Arkansas, highlighting how roadside oral fluid testing can help #endimpairedriving. As a result, Arkansas is now interested in implementing a statewide oral fluid testing program.👏
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HIRING! Deputy Chief of Police - @JamesCityCounty, VA jobs.vachiefs.org/job/52/dep… #policejobs
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VACP Recommends Shrouding of Badges for @VADOC Officer Jeremy Lewis Hall vachiefs.org/news/vacp-recom…
VACP Recommends Shrouding of Badges for VADOC Officer Jeremy Hall

VACP Recommends Shrouding of Badges for VADOC Officer Jeremy Hall

Corrections Officer Jeremy Hall was killed November 17 in a vicious attack by a River North Correctional Center inmate.

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“Corrections officers are part of the greater law-enforcement community and their sacrifices should be solemn reminder for all of us of the dangers they face," said VACP President Chief John Patrick Clair.
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Virginia State Police seeing spike in insurance fraud cases. First Sgt. Eric Futrell says, "If you are in a car crash, you should call authorities immediately." Then, get a police report. Futrell also suggests getting a dashcam for your car.
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Troopers said the scheme could also involved unsuspecting drivers, making them victims of insurance fraud. whsv.com/2025/11/03/it-affec…
‘It affects everyone’: Virginia State Police sees spike in insurance fraud cases

‘It affects everyone’: Virginia State Police sees spike in insurance fraud cases

The agency said staged crashes are among the most common insurance fraud cases.

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.@BRCCVirginia is seeking to hire a Police Sergeant for its Department of Public Safety. jobs.vachiefs.org/job/43/pol… #campussafety #policejobs
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Congratulations to @PurcellvillePD Interim Chief Sara Lombraña on earning her designation as a VACP Certified Law Enforcement Command Executive Officer! More about our program at vachiefs.org/certification
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At last night’s Purcellville Town Council meeting, Purcellville PD sponsored the proclamation for Sept 21-27, 2025 as CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY WEEK. Interim Chief Sara Lombraña was recognized by @vachiefs as a Certified Law Enforcement Command Executive Officer! Congratulations!
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HIRING! Police Lieutenant - @StrasburgVA jobs.vachiefs.org/job/42/pol… #policejobs
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HIRING! Police Accreditation Manager - @lexingtonvapd jobs.vachiefs.org/job/40/pol… #policejobs
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Thirty-Five Virginia Law Enforcement Officers Receive 2025 VACP Awards for Valor 8/26 in #Williamsburg @jccpolice @VSPPIO @VBPD @WAVY_News @WTKR3 @WVEC_VaBeach vachiefs.org/news/thirty-fiv…
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@ArlingtonVaPD @CCPDVa @DanvilleVAPD @HanoverSheriff @HerndonPolice @ManassasCityPD @marionvirginia @PDMartinsville @MetroTransitPD @RichmondPolice @12OnYourSide @8NEWS @CBS6
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