Botetourt County Sheriff's Office

06/06/2026

Thank you Botetourt for another great day on the golf course! 7th annual Community Outreach Golf Tournament.

06/01/2026

🚨 SCAM ALERT 🚨

We have received reports of scammers impersonating court and law enforcement officials by spoofing phone numbers to make it appear that the call is coming from our office.

The caller tells individuals that they missed jury duty, that there is a warrant for their arrest, and that they must pay money immediately to have the warrant removed or avoid being taken into custody.

⚠️ THIS IS A SCAM.

Please remember:
- We do not call people demanding payment for missed jury duty.
- We do not accept payments over the phone to clear warrants or avoid arrest.
- We will never request payment through gift cards, prepaid cards, cryptocurrency, wire transfers, or mobile payment apps.
- Caller ID can be manipulated and may falsely display phone numbers.

If you receive one of these calls:
• Hang up immediately.
• Do not provide personal or financial information.
• Do not send money.

05/30/2026

Our hearts are heavy as we learn of the tragic events that occurred last night in Carroll County, resulting in the loss of a deputy and injuries to another while serving their community.

We extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the fallen deputy, and we keep the injured deputy, their loved ones, and the entire Carroll County Sheriff's Office in our thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

Every day, law enforcement officers answer calls without knowing what dangers they may face. This tragedy is a heartbreaking reminder of the risks they willingly take in service to their communities.

We also ask our community to keep in their thoughts the law enforcement officers and first responders who continue working tirelessly to bring this incident to a safe resolution and ensure justice is served.

05/25/2026

The Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating several reports of vehicle tampering in the areas of Mimosa St., Cambridge Dr., and Camelia Dr. in Daleville.

We are asking residents to please check their vehicles, sheds, garages, and any other outbuildings for signs of tampering or missing items. We also ask that anyone with home security cameras or doorbell cameras review footage for any suspicious activity that may have occurred between approximately 2:00 AM and 4:00 AM this morning.

If you notice anything suspicious or have camera footage that may assist investigators, please contact Lieutenant Haynes (540) 928-2246.

We appreciate the community’s assistance and encourage everyone to lock vehicles and secure valuables.

05/20/2026

Congratulations to our Sheriff Student Scholarship Program Recipients!

Sheriff Ward presented the Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office second annual Sheriff Student Scholarships to two exceptional high school seniors during last week’s senior awards ceremonies held at both James River High School and Lord Botetourt High School.

Each student received a $1,000 scholarship, aimed at supporting local students in their pursuit of higher education. The recipients, seniors Kaia Binns from James River and Forest Wagner from Lord Botetourt, were selected for their academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to community service.

This initiative was made possible through our Community Outreach Program supported by the generosity of community members and our local community business partners. To be eligible, applicants were required to be Botetourt County residents with a minimum GPA of 3.0, and planning to attend a Virginia college, university, or technical education program. The application process included an essay, academic transcripts, a letter of recommendation, and a demonstration of leadership and consistent community engagement.

We are incredibly grateful to the community for supporting the educational pursuits of our youth. This scholarship is one way we can give back and help empower the next generation of leaders.

05/18/2026

On May 14, 2026, deputies with the Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop in the 4000 block of Roanoke Rd. that resulted in the seizure of illegal narcotics.

During the stop, K9 Xena alerted to the presence of narcotics in the vehicle. Deputies subsequently conducted a search and located approximately 109 grams of methamphetamine, along with 85 grams of fentanyl.

Shelby Montgomery, 41 of Clifton Forge, VA, was charged with:
-Possession with Intent to Distribute

The Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to keeping our community safe through proactive law enforcement and the continued removal of dangerous drugs from our streets.

The James River Regional Drug Task Force (JRRDTF) and the Alleghany Highlands Drug Task Force worked in close collaboration with this seizure demonstrating a unified enforcement effort to remove dangerous drugs from our communities. The James River Regional Drug Task Force is comprised of the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office, Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office, the Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office, the City of Lexington Police Department, the City of Buena Vista Police Department, the Town of Bedford Police Department and the Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations Division 6, Salem Field Office.

05/16/2026

Special Olympics Torch Run

05/14/2026

We hope to see you tomorrow!

*** SENIOR SOCIAL NEXT FRIDAY ***

The Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office Senior Focus Outreach Program invites you to our next “Senior Social” on Friday, May 15th, at 11:30 a.m. at Orchard Hills Church, 6032 Cloverdale Rd, Roanoke.

Our featured speaker will be Matt Ferguson with The Carpenter’s Helpers, a ministry partnering with the Botetourt Resource Center to assist low-income seniors and disabled residents in Botetourt County with home repairs and improvements. Matt will share information about the program, volunteer opportunities, and available resources for seniors in our community.

We will also have vendors available to speak with seniors about public and private services including daily well-being checks, general health resources, and financial wellness. Government agencies and community organizations will also be on site to answer questions and assist seniors with navigating future needs.

The event, all services, and a meal are provided free of charge to the Botetourt senior community.

For more information, contact Andrea Mundy, Community Outreach Coordinator, at 540-928-2233.

Please share this information with a Botetourt County senior you know and invite a friend, family member, or neighbor to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!

05/13/2026

Join us for the 2026 Special Olympics Torch Run!

📅 Saturday, May 16th
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Botetourt Family YMCA - Daleville

You do NOT have to purchase a shirt to participate, just come out and run or walk with us in support of Special Olympics Virginia!

Let’s come together as a community to support an incredible cause and these amazing athletes. We hope to see you there!

05/13/2026

Eagle Rock!

Aren't we the cutest 😍. We were found on 220 near Narrow Passage Rd. We do not have collars or chips so animal control is concerned someone possibly left us here on purpose 😞. Do you know our family or where we may have been staying?? Thank you all for your help. ❤️ XOXO