Charlottesville Sheriff's Office

05/31/2026

Carroll County Sheriff's Office is reporting that he has been arrested in North Carolina.

The FBI is offering a reward up to $50,000 for information to locate and capture Michael Timothy Puckett. This adds to the $10,000 already being offered by the U.S. Marshals Service for a combined reward up to $60,000.

FBI Richmond is assisting the Carroll County Sheriff's Office, U.S. Marshals, the Virginia State Police, and multiple local and state agencies in a manhunt for Puckett, who is facing an Aggravated Murder charge in Virginia.

Carroll County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a welfare check at Puckett's home on Fancy Gap Highway on Friday at approximately 9:30 p.m. When they arrived and made contact, authorities said Puckett opened fire, shooting both deputies, killing one deputy and injuring the second. He then fled the scene.

We are asking the public to check surveillance video or trail/hunting camera images to assist in real-time tracking of the fugitive. We also ask home and business owners to lock your vehicles, close your garage doors, lock up your sheds and do not leave anything outside Puckett could use to assist him to elude capture. Call 911 if you see Puckett.

05/22/2026

05/15/2026

05/14/2026

Jer’miah Z. Burton was last seen around 4 p.m. Tuesday in the Whitewood Road area.

04/20/2026

Senior Safety Day is coming up!
Join us Saturday, May 9, from 9:00 AM–1:00 PM at The Center at Belvedere for expert presentations, safety resources, and valuable information to help you stay safe and prepared.

Free and open to the community!

04/17/2026

The weather was wonderful for the 60th re-dedication of the Dogwood Vietnam Memorial. The Poppy is in honor of all Veterans that have died in military service, and was approved at the ceremony to be part of the uniform for the day. Thank you, Veterans!

03/19/2026

We attended the first annual PVCC Criminal Justice Job Fair this afternoon.

02/26/2026

UPDATE:

The juvenile who was previously reported missing has been safely located.

We appreciate the community’s assistance and willingness to share information. Thank you for your continued support in helping us keep Charlottesville safe.

The Charlottesville Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing juvenile, 17-year-old Syera Poindexter-Rose.

Syera was last seen by family on February 23rd, 2026, in the area of Hydraulic Road, possibly wearing a black jacket. Syera is a black female who weighs approximately 130 lbs., stands approximately 5’4”, with brown eyes and brown hair that has blonde braids, as pictured above.

If anyone has information on Syera’s whereabouts, please contact Detective J. Houchens at (434) 970-3676.

02/17/2026

With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of retired Officer Marvin Townsend.

Marvin was the epitome of a community policing officer, faithfully serving the 10th & Page neighborhoods for many years. He knew everyone—and everyone knew him. His dedication, kindness, and genuine care for the community left a lasting impact that will not be forgotten.

We extend our deepest condolences to Marvin’s family, friends, and former colleagues during this difficult time.

Celebration of Life Services for Retired Officer Marvin Townsend Sr.:

📍 Location:
Lake Christian Church
733 South Boston Rd
Palmyra, VA 22963

🗓 Friday, February 20
🕚 11:00 a.m. – Viewing
🕛 12:00 p.m. – Service

🚗 Parking is limited at the church. Those attending are encouraged to carpool if possible.

Rest easy, Officer Townsend. Thank you for your service and for the legacy you leave behind.

02/13/2026