On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, we had the honor of celebrating two meaningful milestones within our agency. We proudly recognized our recent retiree Corporal K. Ferrell, Jr., whose years of dedicated service and commitment have left a lasting impact on this office and the community we serve. Remember, you will always be a part of our Sheriff’s Office family. We also celebrated those who received promotions, marking the next chapter in their careers. These advancements reflect

✨ Reflecting on 2025 ✨ As we begin the first full week of 2026, we’re taking a moment to look back at a year filled with service, connection, and community impact. From meaningful outreach, educational initiatives, and partnerships that strengthened the relationship between law enforcement and the community served, 2025 reminded us of what’s possible when we work together. None of this happens without the dedication of our deputies and staff, the leadership of Sheriff Hash, a

In a recent news release from Attorney General Miyares' office celebrating TRIAD’s 31st Anniversary in Virginia, the Roanoke City Sheriff's Office received the TRIAD Event of the Year award for the Roanoke City TRIAD's Senior Prom. We are honored to be awarded the TRIAD “Event of the Year” Award. This recognition reflects our continued commitment to the health, safety, and quality of life of seniors throughout our community. Our most recent TRIAD session featured an informati

Please join us in congratulating our most recent Project Lifesaver Electronic Search Specialists, Sergeant Whitesides and Deputy English, on successfully completing their course and earning their certification!  Project Lifesaver is a vital program that helps quickly locate and safely return individuals who may wander due to conditions such as Alzheimer’s, dementia, autism, or other cognitive challenges. By pairing proven tracking technology with trained public safety profess

On Friday, October 3rd, members of the Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office participated in a dynamic leadership training titled "Transforming Culture through Leadership," a session led by Mr.  Jon Morris , President & Chief Executive Officer of  HopeTree Family Services . He is a seasoned professional who has served in multiple leadership roles across various agencies. We are truly thankful for his willingness to share his experience, insight, and practical tools for understanding

🚨 GRAND OPENING ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 🎉 Unified Reintegration Community Resource Center 🎉 Yesterday, on Wednesday July 30th, 2025, marks a...

🎉 Congratulations 🎉 Please join us in celebrating the incredible service and dedication of Deputy II Hicks and Sergeant Norwood-Smith...

👏 Congratulations to Our Residents! 👏 We are proud to recognize several of our residents for their hard work and dedication in...

Congratulations to Deputy Coleman and Deputy II Chapman on officially becoming Virginia D.A.R.E. certified!  Their certification means...

Join us in congratulating the recent graduating class from the Eighty-fifth Entry Level Law Enforcement Class and the Seventy-eighth...

Congratulations to the recent graduates of our 3D Life Your Place of Purpose class!  The Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office is so proud to see...

🎓 Congratulations to the recent graduates of the Keys to Freedom Program! We are incredibly proud to celebrate the accomplishments of...

On April 22, 2025 — Earth Day — the Roanoke City Sheriff's Office proudly launched C.L.E.A.N. (Collecting Litter & Enriching Areas...

March 2025 Milestones  -  Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office Recognition  As we reflect on the month of March, we are proud to recognize the...

On February 27, 2025, The Roanoke City Sheriff's Office was announced as a winner of a 2024 PRSA Summit Award. We are honored that our...

Join us in congratulating the residents who recently graduated from the Turning Point: Trauma-Informed Care program this week! These...

The Roanoke City Sheriff's Office is excited to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, aimed at enhancing user experience...

The Roanoke City Sheriff's Office is proud to present our Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2023-2024! This report highlights the hard work,...

Reflecting on the Importance of Programs for those who are Incarcerated Yesterday’s post sparked some powerful conversations about how we...