Albemarle County Police Department

Albemarle County Police Department The official page of the Albemarle County Police Department. Site not monitored 24/7. Call or text 9-1-1 to report an emergency.

** Information Release **At approximately 9:50 p.m. on Sunday, August 30, 2026, the Albemarle County Police Department (...
08/31/2026

** Information Release **

At approximately 9:50 p.m. on Sunday, August 30, 2026, the Albemarle County Police Department (ACPD) and Albemarle County Fire Rescue (ACFR) were dispatched to the South Fork Rivanna River Reservoir after a concerned citizen reported seeing evidence that an individual may have fallen into the water.

First responders immediately began search operations along the river and deployed drones in the immediate area. Following more than three hours of water operations, crews paused the search around 1 a.m. due to limited visibility in the overnight hours. The search resumed at daylight on Monday, August 31, 2026.

Evidence at the scene led first responders to identify the specific missing person. At approximately 10:30 a.m., search crews located a deceased individual in the water, believed to be the missing individual. The body will be transported to the Medical Examiner's Office in Richmond for positive identification. The preliminary investigation does not show signs of foul play.

ACPD would like to thank Albemarle County Fire Rescue and Virginia State Police for their swift response and assistance in the water operations.

** UPDATE 9:45 AM **ACPD, ACFR, and Virginia State Police are currently searching the Rivanna River Reservoir after evid...
08/31/2026

** UPDATE 9:45 AM **

ACPD, ACFR, and Virginia State Police are currently searching the Rivanna River Reservoir after evidence suggests that an individual fishing along the riverbank on Sunday, August 30, 2026, did not return.

Community members may see a large public safety presence in this area while search operations are ongoing. At this time, we are not coordinating or requesting volunteer search efforts. If the need for volunteers arises, we will share that information here.

Anyone who was in the area of the 240 block of Woodlands Road or who may have surveillance footage or trail cameras from the area between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. on Sunday, August 30, and saw a male in his late teens wearing a black shirt and khakis is asked to contact ACPD at 434-977-9041.

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.

** Community Alert **

The Albemarle County Police Department and Albemarle County Fire Rescue water rescue teams are currently conducting a search of the Rivanna River Reservoir near the 240 block of Woodland Road.

The search began late Sunday night, August 30, after receiving a report of a missing person near the water. Community members can expect a significant public safety presence in the area while search operations are underway.

If you have information that may assist with the search, please call non-emergency dispatch at 434-977-9041.

We ask the community to please share this information. Additional information will be released as an update to this post when available.

Thanks to the generosity of our community, ACPD raised more than $2,500 during last week's Cover the Cruiser events to b...
08/28/2026

Thanks to the generosity of our community, ACPD raised more than $2,500 during last week's Cover the Cruiser events to benefit Special Olympics Virginia! We’re so grateful to everyone who stopped by, made a donation, and helped us support such an incredible organization.

** Information Release **On Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at approximately 4 p.m., the Albemarle County Police Department ...
08/27/2026

** Information Release **

On Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at approximately 4 p.m., the Albemarle County Police Department and Albemarle County Fire Rescue were dispatched to a report of a motor vehicle crash on U.S. Route 29 at the interchange with Interstate 64.

Three vehicles were involved in the crash. A passenger in one of the vehicles, identified as 85-year-old Dewitt Hutchinson of Stuarts Draft, Va., was transported to UVA in life-threatening condition and later succumbed to the injuries sustained in the crash. Hutchinson was wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash.

The drivers of two of the involved vehicles were also transported to UVA with minor injuries.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the Albemarle County Police Department’s Traffic Unit. ACPD does not believe alcohol or speed to be factors in the crash.

** UPDATE 5 PM **Bypass reopened. Expect residual delays as traffic operations return to normal.** Traffic Alert **All s...
08/26/2026

** UPDATE 5 PM **

Bypass reopened. Expect residual delays as traffic operations return to normal.

** Traffic Alert **

All southbound lanes of the U.S. 29 bypass between Fontaine Avenue and Interstate 64 are closed due to a motor vehicle crash. Avoid the area and expect delays.

** Information Release **The Albemarle County Police Department arrested a woman on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, after a fi...
08/25/2026

** Information Release **

The Albemarle County Police Department arrested a woman on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, after a firearm was detected as she attempted to enter Monticello High School.

At approximately 9:45 am, the School Resource Officer assigned to Monticello High School was notified of a potential weapons violation. The officer made contact with an individual who was flagged by the school's weapons detection system. The individual disclosed to police that they were carrying a firearm in their purse. Officers secured the weapon and took the individual into custody without incident.

As a result of this incident, ACPD has charged 48-year-old Bridgett L. Counts of Madison Heights, Va., with felony possession of a firearm on school property (§18.2-308.1) and a misdemeanor concealed carry violation (§18.2-308). Counts was released on an unsecured bond.

ACPD determined there was no ongoing threat to the school, and the incident was resolved without disruption to school operations.

** UPDATE 7:15 AM **Roadway open.** Traffic Alert **Red Hill Road between U.S. 29 and Dudley Mountain Road is closed due...
08/25/2026

** UPDATE 7:15 AM **

Roadway open.

** Traffic Alert **

Red Hill Road between U.S. 29 and Dudley Mountain Road is closed due to a tree down. Please use an alternate route and avoid the area.

08/24/2026

From career growth and specialized training to take-home vehicles, non-rotating schedules, and more, there’s a lot to discover about joining Team ACPD.

And right now, eligible applicants who apply by Dec. 1 can receive increased sign-on bonuses:
💰 $12,000 for lateral hires
💰 $7,500 for new officers

Could ACPD be your next career move? Learn more at albemarle.org/BeACPD.

** UPDATE 6:15 PM **Roadway open.** UPDATE 5:40 PM **One lane open.** Traffic Alert **Proffit Road at Acadia Drive is cu...
08/21/2026

** UPDATE 6:15 PM **

Roadway open.

** UPDATE 5:40 PM **

One lane open.

** Traffic Alert **

Proffit Road at Acadia Drive is currently closed due to a motor vehicle crash. Please use an alternate route and avoid the area.

** UPDATE 12:08 PM **Lights are operational. Motorists should expect residual delays as traffic operations return to nor...
08/21/2026

** UPDATE 12:08 PM **

Lights are operational. Motorists should expect residual delays as traffic operations return to normal.

** Traffic Alert **

The traffic lights at Seminole Trail (U.S. 29) and Hydraulic Road are not operable at this time. Law enforcement is currently directing traffic. Use caution in this area and expect delays.

Address

1600 5th Street, Suite D
Charlottesville, VA
22902

Telephone

+14342965807

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Albemarle County Police Department posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Albemarle County Police Department:

Shortcuts

Share

Category